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Calski – Eyes And Ears EP Out Now

Jim Steps

Eyes And Ears is MC/producer Calski’s second release through Look Up Records. It follows the debut album Love Drive Commission which scored a place as album of the week on triple j’s hip-hop show. The 5 track EP is a bold blend of social commentary and straight up flexing, addressing issue’s relevant to all Australians and some particular to the national Hip Hop community. “Calski won’t stop. He is sonically deep, lyrically honest and brutally disciplined. So act like you know and peep the production or check the discography in 15 years and ask yourself how you missed him.” DJ … Continue reading Calski – Eyes And Ears EP Out Now

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Sarm: Self Titled Debut Album, Out Now!

Jim Steps

Presenting the self-titled debut album from Sarm of the acclaimed Sydney duo That’s Them. Featuring guest spots from undisputed kings Kerser, Rates, Fraksha, Tornts, Dialectrix and Rinse (Bingethinkers), with production by Nebs, the album burns its way across your ears the same way the intense orange of the 6 panel digipack sizzles across your retina. Never one for the same old humdrum, Sarm contrasts the sharp grime style of Fraksha with the mellow flow of Dialectrix, and the snappy bravado of tracks like I’ll Abuse You For Fun with the devastatingly honest When You Hear This. Out now through LookUp & Obese Distribution, Sarm … Continue reading Sarm: Self Titled Debut Album, Out Now!

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Burns & Nebs – Sugar Magik

Jim Steps

Here we have some new music from the LookUP family – a collaboration between Scott Burns & Nebs titled Sugar Magik. This 5 track free release is available for free download on sugarmagik.com or from the link below. The Sugar Magik release features some killer artwork from Mike Watt, you can check out the lead single below. Tracklist 1. In The Zone 2. Some Decibels 3. Another Message 4. Burns Sugar Nebs Magik 5. A Toast Vocals + Lyrics = Scott Burns Production + Mastering = Nebs Artwork = Mike Watt Sugar Magik  ||  Download Link  ||  LookUp Records Continue reading Burns & Nebs – Sugar Magik

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Bingethinkers – Cannon Fodder Video Clip

Jim Steps

Over the past half-decade, Bingethinkers have built their reputation as one of Sydney’s most dynamic hip hop outfits- electrifying audiences with their remarkable live show. The group is comprised of MC Rinse on the mic, DJ 2Buck (Dialectrix, Gully Platoon) on the decks (and beats) and producers Aeon (a member of Sydney rock/electronica act Decoder Ring) and PSYKEone on the beats. This combination of high energy, boom bap production and razor sharp lyrics create an unmatched collection of individual talent sharing a single ethos. First clip from Bingethinkers debut album “Where Are They Now – Cannon Fodder”. – Directed by VERSUS. Following up from the release of their ShelfLife Mixtape (2007), Bingethinkers formed LookUP with fellow Sydneysiders Scott Burns and Thats … Continue reading Bingethinkers – Cannon Fodder Video Clip

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Bingethinkers – Where Are They Now…. [Out Now – Don’t Sleep!]

Jim Steps

Over the past half-decade, Bingethinkers have built their reputation as one of Sydney’s most dynamic hip hop outfits- electrifying audiences with their remarkable live show. The group is comprised of MC Rinse on the mic, DJ 2Buck (Dialectrix, Gully Platoon) on the decks (and beats) and producers Aeon (a member of Sydney rock/electronica act Decoder Ring) and PSYKEone on the beats. This combination of high energy, boom bap production and razor sharp lyrics create an unmatched collection of individual talent sharing a single ethos. Following up from the release of their ShelfLife mixtape (2007), Bingethinkers formed LookUP with fellow Sydneysiders … Continue reading Bingethinkers – Where Are They Now…. [Out Now – Don’t Sleep!]

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Bingethinkers – Where Are They Now… (Feb 11th) (Preview Tracks Up)

Jim Steps

Over the past half-decade, Bingethinkers have built their reputation as one of Sydney’s most dynamic hip hop outfits- electrifying audiences with their remarkable live show. The group is comprised of MC Rinse on the mic, DJ 2Buck (Dialectrix, Gully Platoon) on the decks (and beats) and producers Aeon (a member of Sydney rock/electronica act Decoder Ring) and PSYKEone on the beats. This combination of high energy, boom bap production and razor sharp lyrics create an unmatched collection of individual talent sharing a single ethos. Following up from the release of their ShelfLife Mixtape (2007), Bingethinkers formed LookUP with fellow Sydneysiders … Continue reading Bingethinkers – Where Are They Now… (Feb 11th) (Preview Tracks Up)

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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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Bingethinkers: New LP in 2011 + (Free DL)

Jim Steps

Over the last 5 years, The Binge have built a reputation as one of thes most formidable live acts on the Sydney scene. Comprising MC Rinse on the mic, DJ 2Buck on the decks and producers Aeon and PSYKEone on the beats, this combination of unstoppable energy, boom bap beats and razor sharp lyrics has seen many a Hip Hop throwdown go down – ya heard? Back in 2007, Bingethinkers released their mixtape Shelf Life – standing out from the crowd by bringing all the beatmaking and production in-house and featuring guests such as Rainman, 13th Son, Scott Burns, Immune … Continue reading Bingethinkers: New LP in 2011 + (Free DL)

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That’s Them – The G Up (Free Download)

Jim Steps

It’s here! The G Up is That’s Them’s new full-length release, a collection of seventeen heavy tracks showcasing their new brand of sound. With Nebs at the helm of production throughout it’s entirety, The G Up sees That’s Them bashing up genres such as grime, hip-hop and dubstep to create The G Up sound. A follow up to their 2009 LP Stay Up, the album contains collaborations with the likes of Kerser, Leanne Russo, Rinse (Bingethinkers) Anthony “Rats” McCarthy, Swarmy, Smash Brothers, Scott Burns, DJ Dephy and DJ Mathmatics. Download the album here now for free, and catch That’s Them … Continue reading That’s Them – The G Up (Free Download)

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That’s Them – Killer [Free Download]

Jim Steps

Heres is a brand new track taken titled Killer, taken from the forthcoming That’s Them album The G-Up set to be released Dec 17th. The G-UP features 17 tracks, with guest appearances from Smashbrothers, Kerser, Swarmy, Scott Burns, Rinse & DJ Mathmatics. Get your hands on this track below. More info as it comes. That’s Them – Bam (feat. Swarmy, Kerser & DJ Mathmatics) Continue reading That’s Them – Killer [Free Download]

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That’s Them – BAM! [New Video Clip]

Jim Steps

Thats Them Feat. Kerser, Swarmy & DJ Mathmatics – BAM! Heres the brand new video which is taken from the forthcoming That’s Them album The G-Up set to be released Dec 17th The G-UP features 17 tracks, with guest appearances from Smashbrothers, Kerser, Swarmy, Scott Burns, Rinse and DJ Mathmatics More information to come soon. Directed by Avene http://www.facebook.com/thatsthem http://www.lookupinthesky.com.au Continue reading That’s Them – BAM! [New Video Clip]

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Relive The 2nd Annual ReUP Festival

Jim Steps

The guys over at LookUP have organised a montage put together by PSYKEone, covering some of the highlights from The 2nd Annual ReUP Festival which took place in Sydney on April 25 2010 – Relive the chaos below… Here’s the order of the day to help you follow things – if you have a Sound-Cloud membership help out by tagging extra details on the waveform: “Beat Fighter” beat battle, Daily Meds, Class A & Nikkita, Swarmy, “Feeding Time” emcee battle, Dialectrix, LC Beats and Rival, That’s Them, Thundamentals and Def Wish Cast. Continue reading Relive The 2nd Annual ReUP Festival

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That’s Them chat to allaussie hip hop + exclusive new track

Jim Steps

allaussie hip hop caught up with Sarm from the crew That’s Them during the week. We ask emcee Sarm about their new track titled That’s Us, which is the crews first track working within the grime genre. We also find out the story behind the You Won’t Remix, label news and what’s to come from That’s Them. Read on…. For those who don’t know, tell us a bit more about the crew that is, That’s Them? That’s Them is a 2 man crew made up of Myself (Sarm) and Nebs. We both emcee, Nebs looks after all the production and … Continue reading That’s Them chat to allaussie hip hop + exclusive new track

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LookUp presents Re-Up 2

Jim Steps

The 2nd Annual ReUP Festival returns…one massive day of hip hop performances, battles and assorted goodness. Full line up includes: Thundamentals, Def Wish Cast, Dialextrix, That’s Them, Swarmy, Class A & Nikkita, Dialy Meds. LC Beats plus Rivals beatbox session. Two-Up hosted by Ozi Batla. DJ’s PSYKEone, Ology, 2Buck and Mathmatics Battles: Beatfighter beatmakers battle Black Book marker battle Feeding Time emcee battle Hosted by DJ Mathmatics and Scott Burns. This will all happen on Anzac Day, April 25. Tickets onsale tomorrow. (March 16) In other LookUp related news, last Friday Scott Burns stated that “If the Dragons win tonight, … Continue reading LookUp presents Re-Up 2

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That’s Them – Stay Up Album Launch

Jim Steps

LookUP and First Floor are proud to present the That’s Them Album launch. Scott Burns will also be headlining with help from DJ Mathmatics. The gig will be held at First Floor on Friday the 13th of November, ticket prices are a bargain at only $10. Others in support include; Maundz, who is rumored to be joined with B Wiv Deece, G-Force, Doc Felix, Sheriff Rosco and more. Continue reading That’s Them – Stay Up Album Launch

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That’s Them – Stay Up

Jim Steps

Since the release of the Thats Them EP, the group have simply gone from strength to strength. Nebs’ unique production sound is receiving international acclaim with the likes of A-Alikes (RBGs) and Solomon Childs (Killer Bees) writing to his world-class beats, whilst the stunningly futuristic Sonics of ‘Big Cty Music – (The Nebs Treatment)‘ feature on Scott Burn’s debut album locally. Add to that a commanding presence on the LookUP In The Sky Vol.1 mixtape and the remarkable feat of selling out their 12″ vinyl debut on LookUP Records a week before its official release. The guys music was also … Continue reading That’s Them – Stay Up