In Their Shoes – Custom Sneaker Auction
Cool Accidents & Warner Music Australia with support from Converse, Sharpie & eBay are pretty damn stoked to announce the launch of their major charity Auction to help raise funds this October during Cancer Awareness Month. Inspired after generating funds … Continue reading In Their Shoes – Custom Sneaker Auction
Nexis – Mumma Don’t Lie
Nexis is a talented young female rapper from Perth, Western Australia. She has just released her brand new track titled Mumma Don’t Lie. Mumma Don’t Lie is a raw and honest track addressing issues of alcoholism, and family problems stemming from addictive habits. Mumma … Continue reading Nexis – Mumma Don’t Lie
Call of Duty: Black Ops II Apocalypse DLC Pack
The epic season of Downloadable Content (DLC) culminates with the release of Call of Duty: Black Ops II Apocalypse for PlayStation®3 and PC fans. The fourth and final DLC Pack from Activision and its award-winning studio Treyarch lets players dig … Continue reading Call of Duty: Black Ops II Apocalypse DLC Pack
Oisima Joins Niche Agency
Niche is excited to announce one of Australia’s most prominent producers -Adelaide beat-smith Oisima – to its roster of national touring artists. Capturing emotionally connective electronica with a delicate precision, Adelaide artist Oisima – Anth Wendt – samples and reworks everyone … Continue reading Oisima Joins Niche Agency
The Potbelleez – ‘Magic Number’ feat. B.o.B
Magic Number will hit Australian radio on Tuesday, 8th October and will be available digitally on the same day. At only 24 years old, B.o.B has already had an impressive career trajectory – 6 x Grammy nominations, 28 million records … Continue reading The Potbelleez – ‘Magic Number’ feat. B.o.B
Wiz Khalifa & A$AP Rocky – Melbourne One Show Only
Niche and Totem Onelove Group are proud to present an exclusive Melbourne show featuring two of the world’s freshest acts in hip-hop, Wiz Khalifia and A$AP Rocky. The dynamic artists will be performing in what is expected to be one of the biggest double-header shows of the year. Making his debut appearance in Australia, the Grammy nominated, Wiz Khalifia will be joined by co-headliner, A$AP Rocky, who returns to our shores after a sold out tour earlier this year. Recognised as two of America’s next generation of rap royalty, fans can expect Wiz and A$AP to bring their game with explosive … Continue reading Wiz Khalifa & A$AP Rocky – Melbourne One Show Only
The Roots Sydney & Melbourne Headline Performances with Special Guest Urthboy
The Frontier Touring Company and Illusive have announced that Grammy award-winning hip-hop visionaries The Roots will take the stage for headline shows in Sydney and Melbourne this December! Joining The Roots at both live performances as special guest will be Sydney’s very own hip-hop wunderkind Urthboy. The news of this headline tour coincides with The Roots’ highly anticipated appearances at this year’s Falls Festival, taking a break from their celebrated residency as the house band for US talk show Late Night with Jimmy Fallon. The Roots were co-founded by childhood friends Black Thought and ?uestlove in 1987, their passionate and … Continue reading The Roots Sydney & Melbourne Headline Performances with Special Guest Urthboy
aahh Radio – Episode 1: Mantra
Welcome to the first ever instalment of aahh Radio. Episode 1 features Melbourne Emcee Mantra who has just released his third cracking studio LP in Telling Scenes. In Episode 1 of aahh Radio, we discuss with Mantra his brand new album, upcoming tour, and a whole lot more. Expect a whole heap of dope guests and features in the upcoming episodes of aahh Radio, as well as all your latest news, reviews, and happenings from the world of Hip Hop. If you would like to feature in an upcoming episode of aahh radio, submit a track for play, have an upcoming event … Continue reading aahh Radio – Episode 1: Mantra
Big Sean (Good Music) – Australian Tour Announcement
Niche and Live Nation present one of the most recognisable and versatile voices in rap: Detroit’s own Big Sean. The 25 year old got the whole hip-hop world talking recently when he released the most exciting rap song to drop … Continue reading Big Sean (Good Music) – Australian Tour Announcement
Lorde – Pure Heroine
No longer the best kept secret, the world has wised up to the talents of Lorde in a whirlwind six months that would have significantly turned the head of most, but not Ella Yelich-O’Connor. As much as the plaudits and … Continue reading Lorde – Pure Heroine
Jimblah ‘Phoenix’: Now Taking Pre-Orders
Jimblah’s new album Phoenix is just around the corner, dropping October 11. We couldn’t be more excited about it. It is without a doubt one of the most powerful releases in our label’s 15 year history. Pre-order here – CD/Vinyl … Continue reading Jimblah ‘Phoenix’: Now Taking Pre-Orders
Main Event – Round 1
Lock in a new event on Canberra’s Hip Hop calendar. An event built for the scene, for the fans and for the artists. Main Event is a long overdue battle night for the capital. A knockout contest where local and interstate MC’s can go head to head for a $1,000 winner takes all prize. Complementing the battle are live performances from exciting local and interstate artists. Main Event Round 1 on November 22nd will see Sydney battle veteran The Tongue making a visit to the capital aiming to take out the $1,000 prize. Standing in his way will be the battle hardened … Continue reading Main Event – Round 1
Illy – Youngbloods feat. Ahren Stringer
A brand new single from Illy’s upcoming new album Cinematic, has just been released and is titled Youngbloods. The hardcore inspired tune features Ahren Stringer of The Amity Affliction. The single has premiered on triple j and is due out for … Continue reading Illy – Youngbloods feat. Ahren Stringer
Sketch The Rhyme at Sydney Fringe 2013
Sketch the Rhyme is a hip-hop – live art game show created and based in Sydney’s inner west. The show, inspired by things like Mr. Squiggle and Pictionary, is made up of a series of playoffs and games between artists, rappers and a live band. The Artists speed-sketch pictures relevant to a theme or topic, MCs then freestyle their response in rhyme, whether its improvising a story or guessing the catch-phrase. Sketch the Rhyme have just announced 3 very special shows as part of the Sydney fringe festival. One show is at quirky Marrickville live music venue Camelot on Friday … Continue reading Sketch The Rhyme at Sydney Fringe 2013
Grey Ghost – The Elixir Tour
Grey Ghost aka Jeremy Koren is an incredibly creative guy. A talented musician, filmmaker and graphic artist, he has made his mark over several mediums and under several names. Starting his music career under the moniker Jeremedy in much-loved Melbourne … Continue reading Grey Ghost – The Elixir Tour
King Of Canvas
A ‘shout-out’ to all aerosol artists to submit their best pieces on canvas to be in the running to be the acclaimed 2013 King of Canvas. This innovative and authentic art competition is open to all South Australian artists and … Continue reading King Of Canvas
Chelsea Jane – Queen Of The Hill
Known for her fiery, unique & effortless flow, Chelsea Jane has rapidly gained attention both local and international for her recent collab verse on Atlanta’s ATLien Workshop’s “Enemy”. She is also known for her involvement in the Rap battle scene … Continue reading Chelsea Jane – Queen Of The Hill
Sprung Hip Hop Cancelled
Promoters ‘Clockwork Entertainment‘ have confirmed Sprung Hip Hop Melbourne is no longer! Promoters have issued this statement, explaining that concerns raised by the Divisional Planning Unit of the North West Metropolitan Region have led to both Victorian Police and the Yarra … Continue reading Sprung Hip Hop Cancelled
Full Tote Odds – New Orleans
Almost a year on from the release of their debut album Place Your Bets, Adelaide hip hop heads Full Tote Odds (FTO) are back with a new track set to send chills down your spine. The Full Tote Odds boys … Continue reading Full Tote Odds – New Orleans
N’fa Jones – Life’s A Game
It’s only been a minute since his Babylondon release, with that crazy stop motion video for March On, and now the guy from Australia’s ol-school beloved multi genre band, 1200 Techniques, is finally delivering a full LP of new collaborative … Continue reading N’fa Jones – Life’s A Game
Laneway Festival 2014: The Line-Up Is Here
We’re psyched to present the 2014 Laneway Festival Australia line-up! Programming director and co-founder Danny Rogers says: ‘We’re exceptionally proud of this year’s line-up. As usual, the artists have been chosen on the strength of their music and their ability … Continue reading Laneway Festival 2014: The Line-Up Is Here
Rap City 2013: Artists To Reschedule
The promoters of Rap City regret to announce that Rap City 2013 will not be going ahead over the October Labour Day long weekend, due to unforeseen complications with scheduling that were beyond control. However, in the coming weeks Australian solo dates for Talib Kweli, Homeboy Sandman and Trademark Da Skydiver will be announced. We sincerely apologise for the disappointment to anyone who currently has a ticket to Rap City. Full refunds can be obtained from the place of purchase. Stay tuned for solo tour announcements coming soon! Continue reading Rap City 2013: Artists To Reschedule
Review: Mantra – Telling Scenes
Melbourne emcee and lyrical magician Mantra has just released his third studio LP, Telling Scenes. Following on from his debut Power Of The Spoken in 2010 and Speaking Volumes in 2011, Telling Scenes is a stunning and expertly crafted conclusion … Continue reading Review: Mantra – Telling Scenes
Kerser – Deadset 3
Following the success of the previous album No Rest for the Sickest, one year later almost to the day Kerser is set to drop his 3rd LP S.C.O.T (Sickest C**t Out There) on 25th October through Obese Records Distribution. Set … Continue reading Kerser – Deadset 3
Tornts – Street Visions out now
Melbourne rap heavyweight Tornts drops his latest release Street Visions. Its a highly evolved, focused and visual soundtrack to life in the city and it’s streets and characters. Full of life stories and descriptive rap narratives mixed over big world … Continue reading Tornts – Street Visions out now
Mantra – Telling Scenes debuts at #1 on Air Independent Album Chats
One of Australia’s best and most-respected rappers, Mantra has debuted at #1 on the AIR Independent Album charts, #17 on the ARIA Album charts and #3 on the ARIA Australian Album charts with his third studio album, Telling Scenes. The … Continue reading Mantra – Telling Scenes debuts at #1 on Air Independent Album Chats
Fortay – ‘Chasing The Tail’ feat. Snoop Dogg
Hailing from Sydney’s West, Fortay is about to take the country by surprise with new album Living Proof is out today through At Large Productions and Obese Distribution. The first single from the album ‘Chasing the Tail’ features the one and only Snoop Dogg AKA Snoop Lion, a friend of Fortay’s. The production is by DJ L.T., Snoop’s long-time tour DJ. “I’ve been friends with DJ L.T for many years and he introduced me to Snoop” Fortay retells. “We meet up and we did the song in the hotel.” The concept behind the song ties in with its title, which is … Continue reading Fortay – ‘Chasing The Tail’ feat. Snoop Dogg
Big Village x Young Henrys: Big Village Brew Launch
Sydney Hip Hop heroes Big Village are collaborating with Newtown brewers Young Henrys to bring you “Big Village Brew”. To celebrate they are throwing a launch party of epic proportions, with Big Village’s current A list, including JJJ favourites Suburban Dark feat. Jeswon (Thundamentals), P.Smurf (Daily Meds) and Rapaport (Loose Change). Support acts include local legends Reverse Polarities, Tenth Dan and Grub featuring Young Henrys very own Hamish, equally known for both his brewing and beat making skills. Mute X Roleo round out the bill, with Mute MC on the rhymes, and beats by Daily Meds bass driven producer Roleo. … Continue reading Big Village x Young Henrys: Big Village Brew Launch
Gotye – State Of The Art (DLake Remix)
Originating from New York City and now settling in Sydney, Australia, DLake (pronounced Dee Lake) has been crafting his alternative\ urban oriented sound since 2002. In that time he’s dabbled in and out of a multitude of genres and scenes. From his downtempo/trip … Continue reading Gotye – State Of The Art (DLake Remix)
Droopy & Mosé – Kosher
Palace is the culmination of love for music, style and hard work. A melting pot of musicality and emotion, Palace marks a new beginning of sorts for a heavily slept on duo, Droopy & Mosé, whom are poised to jumpstart the renewal of a heavily slept on scene. Always a beautiful partnership when the two join forces, Palace constitutes a brief, but powerful threetrack release, which covers all bases, and keeps the listener craving for more. Hard hitting beats, laced with expressive, soulful chords, layered with thought-provoking yet beautiful lyricism. Palace does not aim to be the new-release, up-to-date, progressive … Continue reading Droopy & Mosé – Kosher
