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Behind the scenes with ‘Vents – Marked For Death’ webisodes Pt. 1 + New leak “Everyday Is A Blast”

Jim Steps

Go behind the scenes with Adelaide emcee Vents as he takes us inside his sophomore album Marked For Death, out May 13. In the first of 3 exclusive webisodes, Vents reveals what inspires him and offers a taste of new track, Rolling Balls. aahh interview with: Vents – Marked For Death: Militarism, Alienation & Unhappiness Since wrapping up touring in support of Hard To Kill Vents has been working on his sophomore album Marked For Death, once again enlisting Trials of the Funkoars to handle production duties. Trials has recently experienced a huge amount of success behind the boards – … Continue reading Behind the scenes with ‘Vents – Marked For Death’ webisodes Pt. 1 + New leak “Everyday Is A Blast”

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Vents – Marked For Death (May 13): Militarism, Alienation & Unhappiness

Jim Steps

Golden Era Records artist Vents is set to release his highly anticipated second album Marked for Death which will be in stores and online on May 13, 2011. The first single History Of The World has already been released to a whirlwind response. We catch up with Vents below for a quick chat about his new LP, the release of the single and much more. You have just dropped the first single from the soon to be released sophmore LP titled ‘Marked For Death’. The first single ‘History Of The World’ is a cracker. Tell us a little bit about … Continue reading Vents – Marked For Death (May 13): Militarism, Alienation & Unhappiness

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Vents – History Of The World (Video)

Jim Steps

Brand new single History of the World from Golden Era Record’s artist Vents available now.You can download the Trials produced single via iTunes, which features cuts by Trials’ Theory Of Face hombre Adfu. Here is what Vents has to say about ‘History of the World’ – “Basically ‘History of the World’ was inspired by me looking back through history and seeing a constant theme which was that of the class divisions within society. Regardless of economic, social or political changes there is a constant theme of one small segment of the population owns the lot and the rest of us … Continue reading Vents – History Of The World (Video)

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Vents New Single ‘History Of The World’ Out Now

Jim Steps

If you’ve been hanging for some angry political and social commentary from Adelaide local emcee Vents you are in luck, as his new single History Of The World dropped today on Golden Era. You can download the Trials produced single via iTunes, which features cuts by Trials’ Theory Of Face hombre Adfu. History Of The World is the first taste of Vents’ second album Marked For Death, which is being released on the Hoods’ label Golden Era on May 13. Vents’ sophomore album comes four years after his debut Hard To Kill. Check, buy and download History Of The World … Continue reading Vents New Single ‘History Of The World’ Out Now

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The ‘SA Hip Hop For Flood Relief Fundraiser’ has sold out!

Jim Steps

The ‘SA Hip Hop For Flood Relief Fundraiser’ has sold out! Shout outs to everyone for supporting our Queensland cousins in their time of need. With 10 acts and 5 DJ’s coming together this is looking like being a huge night!! A big shout out also goes to April77 for doing the artwork for free, Blue Max Music for helping to organise the event and all the artists involved for donating their time. A massive shout out goes to The Gov for hosting the event and for donating proceeds from the bar on the night, what an amazing gesture from … Continue reading The ‘SA Hip Hop For Flood Relief Fundraiser’ has sold out!

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Golden Era Records: Mixtape 2011. Hosted By Trials. Mixed By DJ Madcap

Jim Steps

Golden Era Records with Hilltop Hoods present the Mixtape 2011, hosted by Trials and Mixed by DJ Madcap. Mixtape 2011 features all of the Golden Era Crew with a few special guests including Vents, DJ ADFU and Ash Grunwald. Here’s Vents with a snippet from The Discrete Charm Of The Bourgeoisie The track  appears on the Golden Era Mixtape 2011 Filmed & edited by Selina Miles. Get it here Golden Era Mixtape 2011 320kbps (Direct Link) Golden Era 2011 Tracklist 1. Intro 2. Sesta & Suffa – 99 Bottles 3. Pressure – The Fire 4. Briggs – Let It Burn … Continue reading Golden Era Records: Mixtape 2011. Hosted By Trials. Mixed By DJ Madcap

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Sydney Hip Hop Artists Unite for QLD Floods Relief

Jim Steps

GigTone is proud to present: Blood’s Thicker Than, Water (Sydney Hip Hop QLD Floods Relief Gig) Wednesday 19th January @ Tone. Sydney’s Hip Hop elite has banded together to hold a fundraiser for victims of the Queensland Floods – some of which have family or friends directly affected, and everyone jumped at the chance to help out. Blood’s Thicker Than Water will feature a special appearance from Melbourne’s Briggs (Golden Era) and a stellar line-up of Sydney hip hop acts including Ozi Batla (Elefant Traks), Spit Syndicate (Obese), The Tongue (Elefant Traks), Dialectrix (Obese),  That’s Them, The Last Kinection (Elefant … Continue reading Sydney Hip Hop Artists Unite for QLD Floods Relief

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Golden Era Mixtape 2011 – Trials ‘Baby C’mon’ (Snippet)

Jim Steps

The Funkoars Mr Trials re-imagines the legendary ODB’s Baby C’mon. The track will be appearing on the forthcoming Golden Era 2011 Mixtape (dropping January 17, 2011.) The Mixtape will feature new and old music from Hilltop Hoods, Funkoars, Vents & Briggs. Filmed & edited by Selina Miles. GOLDEN ERA MIXTAPE 2011 Tracklist 1. Intro 2. Sesta & Suffa – 99 Bottles 3. Pressure – The Fire 4. Briggs – Let It Burn 5. Funkoars – Lock Me Up 6. Vents – Love Song 7. DJ Reflux, DJ Debris & DJ ADFU – Portion Of The Raw 8. Funkoars Feat. Ash … Continue reading Golden Era Mixtape 2011 – Trials ‘Baby C’mon’ (Snippet)

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Hilltop Hoods – Parade Of The Dead: Zombies, Execution & The Old Adelaide Gaol

Jim Steps

Hilltop Hoods have recently dropped what must be a frist for hip hop in Australia…a full length feature zombie flick. Filmed on location at the Old Adelaide Gaol, Parade Of The Dead isn’t just your ordinary zombie flick, in fact this isn’t even your ordinary movie. In 2010 a virus spread throughout the world’s population killing millions and turning many survivors into mindless zombies. Around the same time of these apocalyptic events the Hilltop Hoods were due to make a DVD for their album State of the Art. As civilization collapsed, people died in the streets, thousands starved… The Hoods … Continue reading Hilltop Hoods – Parade Of The Dead: Zombies, Execution & The Old Adelaide Gaol

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Golden Era Records | Mixtape 2011 (Tracklist)

Jim Steps

Golden Era Records with Hilltop Hoods present the Mixtape 2011, hosted by Trials and Mixed by DJ Madcap. Mixtape 2011 will feature all of the Golden Era Crew with a few special guests including Vents, DJ ADFU and Ash Grunwald. The mixtape will be availble early 2011. Check out the track listing below, exclusive to Beat.com.au and check the You tube Snippet if you haven’t already. So make sure to check back soon for more details. GOLDEN ERA MIXTAPE 2011 Tracklist 1. Intro 2. Sesta & Suffa – 99 Bottles 3. Pressure – The Fire 4. Briggs – Let It … Continue reading Golden Era Records | Mixtape 2011 (Tracklist)

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Golden Era 2011 Mixtape (Jan 17, 2011)

Jim Steps

This is a snippet from the forthcoming Golden Era 2011 Mixtape (dropping January 17, 2011.) The Mixtape will feature new and old music from Hilltop Hoods, Funkoars, Vents & Briggs. The beat in the video is Slaine’s ’99 Bottles’. Golden Era are currently running a sale for their online store. Use the voucher below to receive 15% off your order. For all of those producers out there…Golden Era heads Suffa and Trails have released drum samples for everyone to download and use. You can find the links to the downloads below. Suffa Drums Trials Drums Continue reading Golden Era 2011 Mixtape (Jan 17, 2011)

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Briggs – So Dangerous EP feat. Trials OUT NOW!

Jim Steps

Briggs new single So Dangerous is out now on iTunes. Not only does Trials of the Funkoars contribute vocals to So Dangerous he also put together a remix exclusively for the single release. A filmclip for the single will follow in February, until then you can get So Dangerous by clicking here. From the moment Briggs dropped his self-released debut EP, the brilliant and groundbreaking Homemade Bombs (2009), it was obvious to everyone that this marked the arrival of a powerful and unique voice on the scene. His indigenous roots and his rural upbringing in the small country town of … Continue reading Briggs – So Dangerous EP feat. Trials OUT NOW!

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Rappertag #22 & #23 with Sesta & K21

Jim Steps

This is the 22nd and 23rd installment of rappertag featuring Sesta and K21 feat. Qzyphus So far it’s been: 1). 360 2). Urthboy 3.) Brad Strut 4.) Fraksha 5.) Bias B 6.) Newsense 7.) Briggs 8.) Hunter 9.) The Master 10.) Hau 11.) Nay 12.) Lotek 13.) 1/6 14.) Suffa 15.) Headlock 16.) Lazy Grey 17.) BVA 18.) Class A MC 19.) The Tongue 20.) Tuka 21.) Drapht 22.)Sesta 23.) K21 To Come: Vents Continue reading Rappertag #22 & #23 with Sesta & K21

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Rappertag – Suffa #14

Jim Steps

This is the 14th installment of rappertag featuring Suffa So far it’s been: 1). 360 2). Urthboy 3.) Brad Strut 4.) Fraksha 5.) Bias B 6.) Newsense 7.) Briggs 8.) Hunter 9.) The Master 10.) Hau 11.) Nay 12.)Lotek 13.)1/6 14.) Suffa To Come: 15.) Headlock Previous 3 Tags: ‘Parade Of The Dead’ debuts at #1, and goes gold in first week! The Parade Of The Dead DVD debuted at #1 on the ARIA Charts and went Gold in its first week.If you haven’t picked one up yet check out the footage from the DVD on Hilltop Hoods YouTube Channel http://www.youtube.com/hilltophoods Continue reading Rappertag – Suffa #14

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Hilltop Hoods – Parade Of The Dead OUT NOW!

Jim Steps

In 2010 a virus spread throughout the worlds population killing millions and turning many survivors into mindless zombies. Around the same time of these apocalyptic events the Hilltop Hoods were due to make a DVD for their album ‘State of the Art’. As civilisation collapsed, people died in the streets, thousands starved. The Hoods were so self-involved they made their DVD anyway. ‘Parade of the Dead’ is out now on DVD and Blu Ray! The film is a mixture of live music and interviews and features appearances from Scott Dooley, Funkoars and Briggs. To see footage from ‘Parade of the … Continue reading Hilltop Hoods – Parade Of The Dead OUT NOW!

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Briggs – The Blacklist (Interview)

Jim Steps

Since exploding onto the national scene a little over a year ago, the incomparable force that is Briggs immediately established himself as a formidable new presence in the local Hip Hop scene. From the moment Briggs dropped his self-released debut EP, the brilliant and groundbreaking Homemade Bombs (2009), it was obvious to everyone that this marked the arrival on the scene, of an emcee with a melodic rapid-fire approach, and a powerful and unique voice. aahh: You talk about your hometown of Shepparton in a few of your tracks. What was the hip hop life like back in Shepp in the earlier days? Briggs: I still live … Continue reading Briggs – The Blacklist (Interview)

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Briggs – The Blacklist

Jim Steps

Since exploding onto the national scene a little over a year ago, the incomparable force that is Briggs immediately established himself as a formidable new presence in the local Hip Hop scene. From the moment Briggs dropped his self-released debut EP, the brilliant and groundbreaking Homemade Bombs (2009), it was obvious to everyone that this marked the arrival on the scene, of an emcee with a melodic rapid-fire approach, and a powerful and unique voice. It was this rare combination of characteristics that lead to him being embraced by some of the wiser and more experienced heads in the scene. Opening for the likes of Adelaide’s Funkoars, … Continue reading Briggs – The Blacklist

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Briggs – The Blacklist (Sept. 24)

Jim Steps

Briggs set to release forthcoming single & album through Golden Era Records. Since exploding onto the national scene a little over a year ago, the incomparable force that is Briggs immediately established himself as a formidable new presence in the Australian Hip Hop scene. From the moment Briggs dropped his self-released debut EP, the brilliant and groundbreaking Homemade Bombs (2009), it was obvious to everyone that this marked the arrival on the scene, of an emcee with a melodic rapid-fire approach, and a powerful and unique voice. It was this rare combination of characteristics that lead to him being embraced … Continue reading Briggs – The Blacklist (Sept. 24)

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Parade Of The Dead – Hilltop Hoods

Jim Steps

In 2010 a virus spread throughout the world’s population killing million and turning many survivors Into mindless zombies. Around the same time of these Apocalyptic events the Hilltop Hoods were due to make a dvd for their Album State of the Art. As civilisation collapsed, people died in the streets, thousands starved…the hoods were so self-involved they made their dvd anyway. Track Listing Fonzie Opening Credits Welcome To The Compound The Return (Live) Veggie Patch Of The Dead Still Standing (Live) Zombie Dating Advice With Mr Pressure Brazil vs Peru Rants With Briggs Chris Farley (Live) The Gaol XI Rollerskating … Continue reading Parade Of The Dead – Hilltop Hoods

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Funkoars – Tour Diary Part 2

Jim Steps

Funkoars hit the snow recently for some shows with Ash Grunwald on his album Launch Tour. Alot of driving and partying was done before they headed back to Adelaide to prepare for The Ultimate Hangover show at Hq on 10th September After a string of sold out tours and festivals, the Funkoars have been taking a well earned sabbatical from what was essentially a two year long hangover. Now after some serious stomach pumping and quality time in rehab, The ‘Oars are ready to deliver their last Adelaide show for 2010. Not only will this mark their final hometown show … Continue reading Funkoars – Tour Diary Part 2

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Briggs – The Wrong Brother

Jim Steps

From the moment Briggs dropped his self-released debut EP, the brilliant and groundbreaking Homemade Bombs (2009), it was obvious to everyone that this marked the arrival of a powerful and unique voice on the scene. His indigenous roots and his rural upbringing in the small country town of Shepparton (Victoria) gave him a perspective like no one else. Powered by a rapid-fire, melodic, direct approach, Briggs was as funny as he was deep. It was this rare combination of characteristics that lead to him being embraced by some of the wiser and more experienced heads in the local scene. The newcomer was invited to open for … Continue reading Briggs – The Wrong Brother

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The Funkoars Update (Live Streaming Show!)

Jim Steps

The Funkoars are excited to announce that on Friday 10th of September, the guys will be streaming their final Adelaide performance of 2010 LIVE! Tune in at 9PM CST on Friday 10th of September by simply clicking this link: FUNKOARS USTREAM WATCH PART 1 OF THE FUNKOARS TOUR DIARY Take a ride with Hons, Sesta, Trials & DJ Reflux as they make their way from Adelaide to Melbourne to Falls Creek and beyond in this 3 part mini-series of Funkoars debauchery! Parts 2 and 3 coming soon! THE FUNKOARS PERFORM LIVE @ HQ COMPLEX – TICKETS ON SALE NOW! FRIDAY … Continue reading The Funkoars Update (Live Streaming Show!)

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The Ultimate Hangover – Funkoars live at HQ Complex Adelaide

Jim Steps

After a string of sold out tours and festivals, The Funkoars have been taking a well earned sabbatical from what was essentially a two year long hangover. Now after some serious stomach pumping and quality time in rehab, The ‘Oars are ready to deliver their last Adelaide show for 2010. Not only will this mark their final hometown show of 2010, but we will also see The Funkoars performing selected cuts from their back catalogue for the VERY… LAST… TIME. Promising to deliver a world class performance, The Funkoars have pulled out all the stops – more booze, more women … Continue reading The Ultimate Hangover – Funkoars live at HQ Complex Adelaide

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APRA Music Award winners announced

Jim Steps

The 2010 APRA Music Awards have been announced and Adelaide lads The Hilltop Hoods took home the gong for Urban work of the Year with the track Still Standing. The other big winners on the night were The Temper Trap who took home Song Of The Year gong for their track Sweet Disposition. AC/DC were finally recognised for their contribution to Australian music with Angus and Malcolm Young being awarded the Song Writer Of The Year award as well as the Most Played Australian Work Overseas gong for their single Rock ‘N Roll Train. Other notable winners include Ash Grunwald. … Continue reading APRA Music Award winners announced

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Hilltop Hoods get V8 ride with Todd Kelly at Clipsal 500

Jim Steps

Todd Kelly, a big fan of the hip-hop group The Hilltop Hoods, was excited to take emcee Pressure and DJ Debris for some hot laps around the Adelaide street circuit, shortly before the pair were to join fellow band member Suffa on-stage in the Friday evening concert at the Clipsal 500. The ARIA-award winning group, who have two previous Australian number one albums to their credit, are also keen motor sport fans and were understandably thrilled following their rides. The Funkoars, Lowrider and The Midnight Juggernauts also played on the night, with thousands of fans packing out the Clipsal track in anticipation of one spectacular event. Punters were not … Continue reading Hilltop Hoods get V8 ride with Todd Kelly at Clipsal 500

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Bigger Than Hip Hop Radio Show – Interview Preview With Suffa MC

Jim Steps

Last week Paul from Bigger Than Hip Hop Radio Show spoke with Suffa MC from the Hilltop Hoods, this all went down during their tour of Canada just as they cool off from doing interviews for a while. Here’s some of what the guys had to say. Paul: Whereabouts are you guys at the moment? Suffa: We’re at Calgary Airport in Alberta Paul: Are you playing a couple of shows up there at the moment? Suffa: Yeah we’ve just done six shows here, and we’ve got two left on our Canadian tour. We’ve got a big show in Ottawa tomorrow … Continue reading Bigger Than Hip Hop Radio Show – Interview Preview With Suffa MC

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Funkoars and Hilltop Hoods Secret Tracks

Jim Steps

Here we have two little gems that were discovered recently (for some). Both The Funkoars and The Hilltop Hoods have put hidden tracks in their CD’s for all to find. To find these tracks, all you need is an old CD player that you can rewind from track 1. Otherwise you can just check them out below. The first track comes from the Hilltop Hoods titled, Ya Feel Big, appearing on The Hard Road Deluxe edition. The second track is from The Funkoars, titled Dirty Old Man, which appears on their album The Hangover. NICE! Continue reading Funkoars and Hilltop Hoods Secret Tracks