Seth Sentry Supports For National Run Tour 2015!
Seth Sentry has announced the supports for his upcoming February – March national headline tour, to promote his new single, Run. Canberra’s, Citizen Kay and Perth’s Coin Banks will join as main support on the tour. Since the premiere of Run on triple j’s Breakfast with Matt & Alex, Seth has received a positive response from the music industry and fans alike, having seen over 24,000 plays on Soundcloud and over 11,000 on YouTube! The track reached #20 on the overall iTunes Single Charts since its release on Friday 12th December, and peaked at #3 on the iTunes Hip Hop … Continue reading Seth Sentry Supports For National Run Tour 2015!
SMOG What’s Real? (Mouf, Kogz, Shaker, Rafle)
SMOG are a newly formed group featuring members from around the country including Maggot Mouf, Kogz and producers Rob Shaker and Mat Rafle. SMOG have just released their brand new video clip and track lifted from their forthcoming album, due for release sometime … Continue reading SMOG What’s Real? (Mouf, Kogz, Shaker, Rafle)
Sinks: Sinkstrumentals Volume 1
Sinks has been building his rep behind the mic last year and now comes through to show his production skills with Sinkstrumentals. This 16 track instrumental release is now available through bandcamp for only $6. Be sure to check the self … Continue reading Sinks: Sinkstrumentals Volume 1
Hilltop Hoods $10,000 grant for emerging artists launches!
Hilltop Hoods and APRA AMCOS are teaming up once again to give one emerging Australian hip hop/soul artist or group $10,000. The initiative will help fund the costs associated with the manufacture, marketing and release of an album, legal advice from Media Arts Lawyers and a Zoo York prize pack will also be included. The initiative is open to artists around Australia who haven’t previously released an album professionally and who are members of APRA AMCOS. It will be judged by a panel of influential Australian hip hop figures and artists including Hau, Nish, Ran-Dee, Raph and Tommy Illfigga, one … Continue reading Hilltop Hoods $10,000 grant for emerging artists launches!
Jon What I Hear feat. Midas Gold Official Video
After the success of his debut EP H22 and subsequent East Coast tour in October, Brisbane-via-Papua New Guinea’s JON is not one to sit still for very long. He and labelmate Midas.Gold have combined forces and flows to deliver What … Continue reading Jon What I Hear feat. Midas Gold Official Video
J.Period 10th Anniversary Collection & Limited Edition Box Set
The list of collaborators reads like a hip hop fantasy team: Nas, Kanye West, Lauryn Hill, Mary J. Blige, The Roots, Common, Rakim, Q-Tip, De La Soul, Jazzy Jeff, Busta Rhymes, Big Daddy Kane among others. But this is no … Continue reading J.Period 10th Anniversary Collection & Limited Edition Box Set
XT The Art Of Dreaming
XT is a solo emcee originally from Adelaide, now based on the Gold Coast. A poet from a young age, rap music caught his attention in 2001 and he has been rhyming over beats ever since. In early 2012, X finally stepped out of his bedroom to release his debut record ‘The introduction EP.’ In 2013, XT released his second record ‘The Evolution EP.’ which launched him into radio rotation. X has since released follow up’s including The Definition EP and The MiXTape. We now see XT release his debut LP titled The Art Of Dreaming. The brand new release features production from … Continue reading XT The Art Of Dreaming
Jayteehazard Unleashes ‘We Do’, Announces Red Shift EP
In-demand DJ and producer jayteehazard continues to surprise with ‘We Do’ delving further into the intersecting turf between hip hop and electronic music. The heavy percussion of his hip hop roots are here, as is the nuanced ‘sample-like’ instrumentation, but a more distinct electronic personality comes across, with outspoken synth-leads in full cry amongst the booming bottom end. He builds upon his acclaimed production work on debut EP Cold Blue and remixes for the likes of Hermitude. ‘We Do’ was mixed by Diplo collaborator and Grammy nominated engineer/producer Franklin Rodríguez aka El Medico. Red Shift EP will be out February 6 … Continue reading Jayteehazard Unleashes ‘We Do’, Announces Red Shift EP
Tom Showtime ‘Life is Funky’ feat. D’Fro
Good funk tracks are hard to come by these days, but Melbourne based producer and multi-instrumentalist Tom Showtime has nailed it with his new track ‘Life is Funky’ featuring D’Fro (The Psyde Projects). ‘Life is Funky’ features vintage funk loops, syncopated horns, and a grooving baseline. With a 90’s flow reminiscent of The Roots, D’Fro’s slick raps speak on getting stuck in a rut, in a life funk. “This track is a ‘tip of the hat’ to the golden era with a funk break, big beats, horn stabs and that 90s style rapping.” – Tom Showtime Currently working on an … Continue reading Tom Showtime ‘Life is Funky’ feat. D’Fro
Swilo Hold It Down Official Video
Swilo is a fresh new artist emerging from Brisbane’s ever evolving Hip Hop scene. Bringing you a nice balance of old and new, Swilo’s musical roots draw on classic hip hop, while his delivery of smooth and clever lyrics reflect … Continue reading Swilo Hold It Down Official Video
Mass Appeal Records Signs To Sony Music Australia
Sony Music Entertainment is pleased to announce the signing of Mass Appeal Records and one of the hottest Hip-Hop albums of the Year, Run The Jewels 2. Mass Appeal is a media network that started out in 1996 in NY … Continue reading Mass Appeal Records Signs To Sony Music Australia
Marco Polo Making The Beats Pt. 3 (Pharoahe Monch’s “The Jungle”)
This one is strictly for the producers and beat-heads. Part 3 of Marco Polo’s ongoing “Making Of The Beats” series. This one breaks down how he made “The Jungle” for Pharoahe Monch off his P.T.S.D. album. Also, the drums and … Continue reading Marco Polo Making The Beats Pt. 3 (Pharoahe Monch’s “The Jungle”)
Joey Bada$$ To Release Highly Anticipated Debut Album “B4.DA.$$” On January 20th, 2015
19 year old Brooklyn rapper Joey Bada$$ is set to release his highly anticipated debut album “B4.DA.$$” (pronounced Before Da Money)on the 20th January 2015, which is also his 20th birthday via Cinematic Music Group / Pro Era / Sony Music. Featuring the current single “No. 99”, plus “Christ Conscious” and “Big Dusty”, the album features collaborations with some of the biggest names in the hip-hop world including Action Bronson, Raury, BJ The Chicago Kid and Chronixx, with production by the likes of Statik Selektah, DJ Premier, J Dilla & The Roots, Basquiat and Kirk Knight. Joey Bada$$ first turned … Continue reading Joey Bada$$ To Release Highly Anticipated Debut Album “B4.DA.$$” On January 20th, 2015
Kid Ink To Release Brand New Album ‘Full Speed’ On January 30, 2015
Album Available For Pre-Order Now – Includes Instant Download Of “Body Language” And “Cool Back” Chart-topping, multi-platinum selling hip-hop artist Kid Ink announces today that his sophomore album, ‘Full Speed’, will be released on January 30, 2015 via Sony Music Australia. The album will be available for pre-order on December 15 at all digital music retail providers. Fans who pre-order the album will receive an instant download of “Body Language” and “Cool Back.” More details on ‘Full Speed’ will be revealed soon. The album’s first single, “Body Language” featuring Usher and Tinashe, has been streamed over 12 million times worldwide … Continue reading Kid Ink To Release Brand New Album ‘Full Speed’ On January 30, 2015
Jackie Onassis Sushi Mixtape
Jackie Onassis are delivering a free mix tape for fans over the holidays titled Sushi. The 5 track is an appetiser for the duo’s forth-coming debut album dropping early 2015 and is set to keep the vibes up all summer. … Continue reading Jackie Onassis Sushi Mixtape
Australian Producer M-Phazes receives first Grammy nod with Eminem’s MMLP2 receiving a nomination for Best Rap Album
Over the weekend, Australian Aria Award Winning Producer M-Phazes received his first ever Grammy nod with Eminem’s MMLP2 receiving a nomination for Best Rap Album. Having co-produced MMLP2’s intro song “Bad Guy” for Eminem and later being invited to tour with the man himself nationally on this year’s Rapture Tour, 2014 has indeed been a career defining year for Australia’s favourite beatmaker. Over the past 12 months, M-Phazes has clocked double platinum sales for MMLP2, and platinum sales for Illy’s “Tightrope” and Bliss n Eso’s “Circus In The Sky”. He’s also landed coveted placements on major international releases such as … Continue reading Australian Producer M-Phazes receives first Grammy nod with Eminem’s MMLP2 receiving a nomination for Best Rap Album
D’Angelo and The Vanguard Black Messiah
The iconic & inimitable D’Angelo surprised fans the world over with the release of Black Messiah – his 3rd studio album and long-awaited follow-up to Voodoo!!! Cryptic ‘Black Messiah’ teasers began popping up online – and via Snipe campaigns in … Continue reading D’Angelo and The Vanguard Black Messiah
D’Opus & Roshambo Soul Glo
D’Opus & Roshambo ain’t playing no more. They’ve released two albums, toured the country, performed internationally and had their share of successes. But…it’s time for ‘the new’. In 2015, they will present the next chapter of their sound. This is original hip-hop music from two music obsessives, content to do their own thing, on their own terms and without boundaries. Hold tight. The brand new track is produced by Ross Garrett, the artwork is handled by Tim Lynch. Soul Glo is available now as a name your price download, available at D’Opus & Roshambo’s Bandcamp page here. Continue reading D’Opus & Roshambo Soul Glo
Soul Benefits Sign To Big Village Records
Big Village Records are delighted to announce the signing of a new act, SOUL BENEFITS, who are set to release their debut full length album on the label in early 2015. Soul Benefits are a 3 man crew from Western Sydney who formed back in 2010 consisting of rappers MC Storme, Young Supreme, MC / producer / DJ The 26th Letter. Although all around 20yrs old, the trio boast’s a refined sound inspired by a blend of golden era 90s boom bap, classic funk and soul, and current hip hop and electronica. Soul Benefits are a unique voice for Sydney’s … Continue reading Soul Benefits Sign To Big Village Records
Your Old Droog LP
Following on from the debut vinyl releases of Action Bronson, Meyhem Lauren, Timeless Truth, Epidemic, Da Buze Bruvaz and uMaNg we have this, the jewel in the 2014 Herring crown. B-Boys and B-Girls, we present for you… Your Old Droog. Famed for so-called experts being convinced he was Nasty Nas in disguise, this Coney Island MC & artist has reeped valuable column inches in high and low brow publications alike. From The New Yorker, to NY Times, The Guardian to MTV [it’s not for us to say which ones are high and which are low!!] dude has been makin headlines … Continue reading Your Old Droog LP
Narly Memory Lane feat. Savo
Melbourne MC Narly, has been making waves of late, especially with his viral track, Are You Ok? Again, we find Narly killing it on a brand collaboration joint with the beast Savo. The new track titled Memory Lane features Savo, and was constructed from fan comments on his Facebook page, a tactic that’s used by more and more upcoming new school rappers, and it seems to be working. Memory Lane, as the title suggests, takes the listener on a nostalgic journey throughout the 90’s with references to Tracey McBean, Round The Twist and of course Cheez TV. The new joint … Continue reading Narly Memory Lane feat. Savo
Joey Bada$$ :: B4.DA.SS :: Album Pre-Order
The pre-order for the debut album “B4.DA.$$” from Brooklyn’s Joey Bada$$ has gone live on iTunes along with brand new single ‘No. 99’. The album is set for release in the USA on January 20th, 2015, which also happens to … Continue reading Joey Bada$$ :: B4.DA.SS :: Album Pre-Order
Git X 1Mt Feat. Inspectah Deck & Ransom “Lyrical Warfare” (Prod. Git Beats)
BBE/Yoruba Records producer Git (also known as Git Beats) & artist 1Mt (One Man Terra) both from Staten Island, New York. Return with there 2nd single off there new Keep It Movin’ album out Dec. 20th 2014 feat. Inspectah Deck … Continue reading Git X 1Mt Feat. Inspectah Deck & Ransom “Lyrical Warfare” (Prod. Git Beats)
Quickflix ramps up new content offer with launch of streamed premium movies & TV series on Playstation
Quickflix, Australia’s leading movie streaming company yesterday announced a major upgrade for the service on PlayStation®4 and PlayStation®3 with the launch of its premium streaming of latest release movies and current seasons TV shows. PS4™ and PS3™ owners will now have access to the very latest movies to stream pay-per-view as well as current season TV shows to own, pay-per-episode or season pass which adds the existing subscription streaming option of $9.99 per month. The new upgrade also features the Quickflix “Playlist” of pre-selected movies and TV shows for viewing across any device, including PS4 and PS3. Quickflix’s premium streaming includes … Continue reading Quickflix ramps up new content offer with launch of streamed premium movies & TV series on Playstation
360 Announces Local Supports For The Utopia Regional Tour And Forthcoming Brisbane Show
360 is proud to announce he has hand-selected supports in each state for the massive 4-week, 16-date Utopia Regional Tour this January, and forthcoming show at the Eaton’s Hill Hotel in Brisbane. Rising Perth star Coin Banks and Melbourne’s LEVA will be joining 360 as main supports on all dates on the Utopia Regional Tour, with Lane Harry x Ike Campbell in Queensland, also 360’s only support for his forthcoming date at the Eaton’s Hill Hotel in Brisbane this month, KALE for all Northern NSW shows, Lee Monro x Ello C in Wollongong, Mistress of Ceremony in Victoria, and Creed … Continue reading 360 Announces Local Supports For The Utopia Regional Tour And Forthcoming Brisbane Show
Gold Coast Hip-Hop Duo Lane-Harry x Ike Campbell release ‘Anarchy’, announce ‘Renaissance’
Over the past 12 months rapper and producer duo Lane-Harry x Ike Campbell have shaken up the Australian music industry to a whole new level. After releasing their critically acclaimed debut album ‘Love & Terror Cult’ at the end of … Continue reading Gold Coast Hip-Hop Duo Lane-Harry x Ike Campbell release ‘Anarchy’, announce ‘Renaissance’
Listen to the new Seth Sentry single ‘Run’, + new tour dates
When Seth Sentry’s first album, This Was Tomorrow, debuted at #6 on the ARIA charts, Seth was a bright young hopeful… a talented up-and-comer. Now, only a few years down the track, Seth is regarded as one of Australia’s premier … Continue reading Listen to the new Seth Sentry single ‘Run’, + new tour dates
Kerser King National Tour Selling Fast: Local Supports Announced + Deadset 4
Tickets for the KING National Tour 2015 have been on sale for a few weeks now and are Selling Out Fast! Get your tickets here before they all sell out! Kerser has also just dropped the brand new clip for the new song, Deadset 4. As usual the beat is produced by the one and only Nebs, the video handled by Tycotic. Check it below. Supports Have Now Been Announced: Saturday 24 Jan 2015 @ Hi Fi Melbourne Underage hosted by Greeley Kerser with Discourse Rates & Jay (UF) Supports: Manaz Ill Greeley Eloquor Saturday 24 Jan 2015 @ Hi … Continue reading Kerser King National Tour Selling Fast: Local Supports Announced + Deadset 4
One Day Crew and The Vic Enmore team up to get Youth off the Streets this Christmas // 28 Dec
Australian hip hop collective One Day are producing a Christmas Edition of monthly block party, One Day Sundays. The event, hosted at The Vic Enmore, will raise money for disadvantaged youth, through a donation to Sydney based charity Youth Off The Streets. It has been a big year for One Day, comprised of hip hop artists Horrowshow, Spit Syndicate, Jackie Onassis and Joyride. Their debut album Mainline was released in August and debuted at number two on the ARIA charts. The release was followed by a national tour in September. Nick Lupi, from Spit Syndicate, says the decision was an … Continue reading One Day Crew and The Vic Enmore team up to get Youth off the Streets this Christmas // 28 Dec
Tornts The City Official Video
Broken Tooth Entertainment rapper Tornts has just released a brand new track and accompanying video for the song ‘The City’. The brand new track features some heavy production from C. Lance, who has also produced for Vinnie Paz, Jedi Mind Tricks, … Continue reading Tornts The City Official Video
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