Prophet Rayza To Shave Dreadlocks In ‘World’s Greatest Shave’
Hip Hop, Prophet Rayza needs your help! He has accepted the challenge to SHAVE OFF HIS DREADLOCKS for The Leukaemia Foundation’s, World’s Greatest Shave. Here is what Prophet Rayzar has to say about his endeavour: “I have not cut my hair in six years. My hair has been a spiritual journey for me and has served my soul well and now I would like my hair to serve others. My hair has been meticulously maintained as you can see, as it means a great deal to me so I have set a target of $6,000 ($1,000 for every year I have … Continue reading Prophet Rayza To Shave Dreadlocks In ‘World’s Greatest Shave’
Wide Open Road at SXSW
As premium festival producers, BDO Presents and C3 Presents in association with Sounds Australia and the Screen Producers Association of Australia are here to motivate the next level of show, stage and digital design; to help break the down the fourth wall between artists and audience. Motivated by recent work such Tupac hologram, Coldplay LED wrist bands and historically Roger Waters ‘The Wall’ we are capitalising on the 3 separate weeks of Film, Interactive and Music conferences at SXSW to present the inaugural Wide Open Road and the The Big Day Out Evolution Grant. The Big Day Out Evolution Grant will be awarded to collective groups who combine … Continue reading Wide Open Road at SXSW
Obese Records – Frankston Store Opening
Obese Records, Australia’s first hip hop label, was established in 1995 as a small record store originally named OB’s. After the business was bought and renamed by Tirren Staaf (Pegz) in 2002, the label was created as an outlet for the distribution of Australian hip-hop. Melbourne’s emcee Reason with his album Solid, was the first release on the label, closely followed by the scene-defining Culture of Kings and Obesecity compilations. Over the course of its twelve years, Obese Records has seen success stories such as Hilltop Hoods, Muph & Plutonic, Drapht, Illy, release award winning albums, play to crowds of … Continue reading Obese Records – Frankston Store Opening
Candice Monique – FREE ME: The Mixtape
Originally from Adelaide, South Australia – Candice Monique is a talented & unique singer/rapper/poet whose individual vocal and lyrical style draws comparisons to Neneh Cherry, Me’shell Ndegeocello, Lauren Hill and Erykah Badu. It is this distinctive style along with her stage presence & artistic depth which makes her one of Australia’s most exciting & original new artists. After being discovered by Professor Griff (Public Enemy), Candice was flown to Atlanta, Georgia to record her first demo CD produced by Griff himself. There she worked with Atlanta’s Jason Orr (The FunkJazz Kafe) in 2003 and later returned to to the US in … Continue reading Candice Monique – FREE ME: The Mixtape
Obese TV – Episode 2
The second full length episode of Obese TV is here, the ‘summer edition’. Obese TV aims to feature dope new segments such as ‘New Releases’, ‘Classics’, ‘Obese Retail’, ‘Spotlight’, ‘Backstage Pass’ and more. Each episode of Obese TV will be hosted by a different member of the scene. In Episode 2 of Obese TV, we see highlights from Hopsin’s recent in-store appearance at Obese Records. In ‘New Releases’ we hear from the Broken Tooth Entertainment crew including Tornts, Fraksha and Ciecmate. The ‘Spotlight’ this time around, is placed firmly on the massively talented Candice Monique. If that wasn’t enough already, Frank from Obese Records retail store talks about vinyl records and what they … Continue reading Obese TV – Episode 2
Bliss N Eso – House Of Dreams
Live Nation and Niche Productions are proud to present, in association with American Hip-Hop legend Nas, the inaugural 2013 Australian Movement Festival. Filling the void of credible Hip-Hop events in Australia, the Movement Festival places Grammy award winning Hip Hop heavyweights, with mixtape kings and local heros in what’s destined to takeover as THE Hip Hop event each and every year in Australia. Setting a new standard, Movement looks to the future of Hip Hop and Rap whilst still catering to a solid Hip-Hop foundation, thanks to the festival’s co-headliner and co-curator Nas. With more than 20 years in the … Continue reading Bliss N Eso – House Of Dreams
A$AP Rocky Debut Australian Tour – Venue and date changes
Due to A$AP Rocky’s US Radio show commitments and overwhelming demand for tickets, Niche & Live Nation announce new dates and venues for the Harlem, New York MC’s debut tour of Australia. Due to an immense reaction on presale, A$AP Rocky’s Sydney and Melbourne shows are now changing dates and upsizing to the Hordern Pavillion (was Saturday 29th June at Enmore Theatre) and Festival Hall (was Friday 28th June at Palace) venues to cope with the demand – both of these shows are licensed and all ages. Ticket holders can receive a full refund from point of purchase should this … Continue reading A$AP Rocky Debut Australian Tour – Venue and date changes
Illy Interview: Back To Bring It.
The third studio album from Illy came in the form of Bring It Back. Described by the popular emcee as “a heart album“, the LP was not stylistically intended to follow-up from its predecessor The Chase. Reflective of the scene behind the genre, Bring it Back is largely a collaborative album, including all manner of vocal and production guests. aahh: After a bit of a break from recording, you’re back now with your latest LP titled ‘Bring It Back’. Tell us a bit about the new album? Illy: It’s a throwback to music I listened to coming up. It’s also an album that … Continue reading Illy Interview: Back To Bring It.
360 – US Tour (Win Tickets)
After an incredible 12 month period in his home territory, Melbourne based rapper 360 hasn’t showed any signs of slowing down and has firmly set his sights on breaking into the US and Canadian markets. After the announcement late last year that Sixty would make his very first trip to America to play the infamous SXSW Music Conference, we are stoked to now announce a whole swag of special showcase performances and events that will round off his visit. First up Six will be playing three very special showcases as a part of SXSW. OnWednesday March 13, 360 will play … Continue reading 360 – US Tour (Win Tickets)
P-Money signs to Duck Down Music
Dawn Raid Entertainment, LLC and Dirty Management are pleased to announce that highly accomplished producer and DJ, P-Money, has signed a new deal with US label, Duck Down Music. With a string of platinum albums and number one singles to his credit, P-Money has become a household name in New Zealand. Now he joins stable mate David Dallas as the latest Kiwi to sign a deal with the renowned New York based label that has distributed projects for 9th Wonder, B-Real of Cypress Hill, Talib Kweli, De La Soul, Buckshot, Pete Rock & Smif N Wessun, Sean Price and more. … Continue reading P-Money signs to Duck Down Music
Spit Syndicate Interview: Sunday, One Day.
Sydney hip hop duo Spit Syndicate return in 2013 with third album Sunday Gentlemen. After the success of previous releases Towards The Light and Exile, a hungry fan base have been waiting anxiously for the next instalment from Spit Syndicate. We catch up with emcee Jimmy Nice of the Double S, on the eve of the Sunday Gentleman release, here’s what he had to say. aahh: What’s the first thing you guys plan to do on release day? Jimmy Nice: I’m actually working on release day. Release night will be a different story. I may hold off on full celebrations untill … Continue reading Spit Syndicate Interview: Sunday, One Day.
Chasm To Release EP Series
Australia’s most dexterous producer Chasm will be releasing a series of EP’s this year. The first of which, Diamond Cuts, out March 15th, features long-time collaborators Skryptcha and Rachael Berry. Lead single Oo La La La will be available from iTunes when the EP drops. EP’s to come see Chasm team up with esteemed artists Monchichi, Guilty Simpson, and Blak Twang. Check out the behind the scenes video for Chasm’s next clip Dreamin feat. RUCL and Gappy Ranks below. Chasm Beats || Twitter || Soundcloud Continue reading Chasm To Release EP Series
Ngaiire – Dirty Hercules feat. Nai Palm
Dirty Hercules is the fierce new single from Sydney based future-folk/soul artist Ngaiire (pron. Nighree). The lead offering from her highly anticipated debut album Lamentations (due out June 2013) — an album partly written in an obscure little drinking bar in the suburban outskirts of Tokyo, Japan. Dirty Hercules is a commanding entry into the music world; Ngaiire’s peculiar vocal arrangements and rare sense of soul, reminiscent of vocal greats gone by, setting her well apart from other singers. The song speaks of the vast aberrations of the darkness, the sex, the lies, the money, the drugs that detract from the reality … Continue reading Ngaiire – Dirty Hercules feat. Nai Palm
Stalkz – Brave New World
Stalkz is undoubtedly one of the Australia’s most talented emerging young hip-hop artists. 2012 has seen him carve his way through the live circuits supporting International and interstate acts such as DJ Krush, Cut Chemist, Class A, GDP, Fort Kilsby, 2Dogs (Resin Dogs), Def Wish Cast and Kerser. Now in 2013 Stalkz returns with his debut single Brave New Worldoff the coming EP We Never Left. The single Brave New World captures in detail the many varying aspects of desperation and indulgence. It’s an honest and direct account leading you through the deep lows and great heights of extravagance, and it’s toll on … Continue reading Stalkz – Brave New World
KryptamistiK – Emerge N See
Producer-MC’s Skinz and Nikzman are KryptamistiK, one of the unsung heroes of the Australian hip hop underground. Spreading their positive messages of respect and intellect mixed with lyrical precision and banging beats, the group have been a mainstay of the Brisbane hip hop community since their conception in 1998. With the duo taking on all aspects of the craft, from mic skills and live freestyling to beat production and recording, the pair have remained the core of the KryptamistiK movement since day one. Despite the circulating nature of the bands members, Skinz and Nikzman continue to push the envelope of hip hop … Continue reading KryptamistiK – Emerge N See
Ry – Wall Street EP
In Melbourne there is a twenty-something creating New-Wave Rap Music that has a refreshing sound and organic feel. He goes by the name of simply Ry, and has been building his base for the past few years with Mixtapes, EP releases and Videos. Ry’s latest offering is an EP called Wall Street, which has already garnered attention locally, and is bound to make an impact not just within the Hip Hop/Rap Genre but Australian Music in general. Featuring Production from up and comers C1 and Soul Marauder, Wall Street combines an 80’s cinematic vibe with an up-tempo retro feel. The featured single, … Continue reading Ry – Wall Street EP
REMi – Get Some
New to the game but old to its’ ways, 21-year-old Melbourne lyricist Remi ‘REMi’ Kolawole exudes a unique style, rhythmic flow and an honest delivery. His semi tongue-in-cheek braggadocios style, by no means overshadows his lyrical abilities. Remi’s rapping persona is comfortable sitting amongst varying musical backdrops and tempos, and his singing voice is as smooth and catchy as the hooks he sings. Expertly balancing singing and rapping, Remi’s content is highly self referential, littered with pop-cultural tid bits and tales of a life equally footed in fantasy as it is reality. On the back of releasing two EP’s in 2011 (Childish and … Continue reading REMi – Get Some
DiktionOne – Sunny Days
DiktionOne presents the brand new film clip for Sunny Days featuring Alisa Fedele, taken from his breakthrough debut album Cardboard Crown. The track features production by skilled producer Ruski. Sunny Days was independently produced from the ground up including the film clip, with DiktionOne and DJ Rellik responsible for the final cut and edit. This is a continuing theme for the duo as they released DiktionOne’s debut album Cardboard Crown independently through Turnstyle Records. The album was regarded as a breakthrough album with a quality of rhyme and production not often seen on a debut project. The album gained acclaim from triple … Continue reading DiktionOne – Sunny Days
B Wise – Modern Day Rebel
In 2012 B Wise has released his second mixtape The Benchman. Which was recorded in both Sydney Australia, and London UK, making the mixtape his best work so far in his opinion and to that of fans. As intended Wise saw the project all the way through to gain his presence not only with a group but also as an accomplished solo artist. While promoting the release with a list of performances and radio interviews Wise started work on the second segment to the Benchman mixture, Volume 2. B Wise is also preparing to release his first EP via a stream … Continue reading B Wise – Modern Day Rebel
Scripted Dialects – Word Travels
Three MC’s, turntables, beats, samples and guitar – Scripted Dialects are a hip-hop outfit rising from the sun-baked streets of Brisbane since 2008. The three lads embrace traditional hip hop axioms whilst also incorporating the spirit and stylistic elements evolved from growing up in the cultural basins of South East Queensland and Northern New South Wales. Years spent at the beach, barbecues, beers, skating, surfing, sitting around campfires and the feel good vibe of Australia are contrasted by the intolerance, racism, class segregation and the political parochialism that divides our country. Their debut EP, Just Pressed Record (2009), was an 8-track … Continue reading Scripted Dialects – Word Travels
Celedora – Cut Your Teeth EP
Celedora are a two man hip-hop outfit consisting of 22 year old Rudz as Producer/ DJ and 21 year old Smackie as Emcee/Producer. Originally, the pair hail from Adelaide, South Australia where they went to high school together. Recent work commitments has seen the duo separated; with Smackie moving to Townsville, Queensland. However, this has done little to stem the flow of creativity and composition as they collaborate cross-country. Celedora recently released their first project titled Cut Your Teeth EP; a four track snapshot of their musical creation since inception, 12 months ago. It features all original production by the pair … Continue reading Celedora – Cut Your Teeth EP
Sketch The Rhyme – No Sleep Til Adelaide Tour (Gluttony – Adelaide Fringe)
Featuring visual artists, hip hop MCs and a full live band, Sketch The Rhyme is a brilliantly unique game show where freestyle rapping meets fast paced illustration and live animation in a number of hilarious improvised games, inspired by Pictionary, Celebrity Heads and Mr Squiggle. Sketch The Rhyme is a fresh, fast and funny interactive hip hop game show where speed drawing meets freestyle rapping to the sounds of a live band. Inspired by Mr Squiggle and Pictionary, this game-show-with-a-twist is made up of a series of playoffs between the artists and the rappers. The artists speed-sketch pictures relevant to a … Continue reading Sketch The Rhyme – No Sleep Til Adelaide Tour (Gluttony – Adelaide Fringe)
Oddisee & Olivier Daysoul – People Hear What They See Australian Tour
The son of Sudanese and American parents, Amir Mohamed AKA Oddisee was born and raised in the United States capital city of Washington DC, spending hot summers in Khartoum learning Arabic and swimming in the Nile. Growing up amidst the sounds of New York Hip Hop, his father playing Oud, Go-Go, and gospel, Amir took his first steps as an MC producer in the analog basement studio of his legendary neighbor, Garry Shider (Parliament Funkadelic). Convincing his entrepreneurial father that he too had business acumen, Amir laid the check from his first commercial release on the kitchen table before his … Continue reading Oddisee & Olivier Daysoul – People Hear What They See Australian Tour
Tom Thum – Beating The Habit: Adelaide Fringe Festival 2013
Beatbox addict and star of Tom Tom Crew, Tom Thum returns with his 2012 sell-out Fringe hit Beating The Habit. Winner Underbelly Edinburgh Award – Adelaide Fringe 2012. Since his award-winning debut at Adelaide Fringe last year, Thum has been invited to tours in London, Edinburgh, Brisbane, Germany, and Singapore and now he’s returning to Adelaide. ‘Artistry out of addiction’ Tom Thum attempts Beating The Habit that no amount of rehab can cure. Armed with a healthy dose of humour and charisma, Thum solo show is a sonic journey into the mind and overworked vocal chords of Australia’s most prolific … Continue reading Tom Thum – Beating The Habit: Adelaide Fringe Festival 2013
UMPG Australia unveil Devil Street Decks collaboration
Universal Music Publishing Australia has collaborated with Sydney-born, US-based skateboard artist Evan Kanarakis of Devil Street Decks to create a bespoke piece of skateboard art that will be given to UMPG songwriters to celebrate new signings to the company. The skateboard is uniquely Australian and celebrates UMPG’s rich musical heritage with a silhouette of the Sydney skyline surrounding a vinyl LP motif. As Australia is home to some of the world’s finest beaches, the deck also features an artistic depiction of a breaking wave superimposed over a blazing sun. “Evan, Sarah and the team at Devil Street Decks have fully … Continue reading UMPG Australia unveil Devil Street Decks collaboration
Mac Miller Australian Interview 2013
In a blossoming hip-hop hotbed of talent, Malcolm “Mac Miller” McCormick is next up out of Pittsburgh, PA. A graduate of Taylor Allderdice High School, Mac caught the eyes and ears of Rostrum Records, inking a deal in July 2010. A multi-talented musician who can play numerous instruments and a young novice of the freestyle/cipher/battle circuit of his hometown, Mac has been paving his way to superstardom in his blue-collar hometown for years. 2011 also showcased Mac’s selling potential as his debut Rostrum EP, On and On and Beyond, sold over 60,000 copies digitally alone. Mac has also sold over … Continue reading Mac Miller Australian Interview 2013
Free workshop! “In the Studio: Producers Speak”
MusicNSW is excited to announce our first free workshop of 2013, taking place on Wednesday 6 March. With countless accolades and a few pointy trophies between them, four of Australia’s leading producers will share their expertise in a panel titled “In The Studio: Producers Speak”. This workshop will cover everything an artist or audio boffin needs to know about making a record – plus a few juicy anecdotes too. MusicNSW is the peak industry body for contemporary music in NSW. Each free workshop focuses on a different topic, and is presented by real-world music industry insiders, with the aim to equip … Continue reading Free workshop! “In the Studio: Producers Speak”
Tour News: Groovin’ The Moo – Bendigo & Maitland Sell Out!
Groovin’ the Moo (GTM) Maitland has officially SOLD OUT! Following directly on from GTM Bendigo selling out in less than two days last week, 2013 is the fifth consecutive year the flagship Maiitland show has sold out! Stephen Halpin, Cattleyard Promotions said today, “Thanks Maitland! We are so grateful for all your support over the years. Feels that this year will be something special. Apologies to those who missed out, but we have a limited capacity and just can’t fit anyone else into the showground!” With half the eastern seaboard events now sold out, GTM fans have the perfect reason to … Continue reading Tour News: Groovin’ The Moo – Bendigo & Maitland Sell Out!
Purpose – Where It Starts
After years of building his fanbase and notoriety nationwide, Purpose debut album is finally upon us. This week he launched his pre-order campaign ahead of release date March 1st and is off to a racing start. With the hype around this release reaching fever pitch it looks as though the young MC/Producer may be the first entirely independent release in some time to chart first week without a record company in his corner. Upon launching the pre-orders he released 2 new videos, one is a behind the scenes look at Let The Party Begin feat Trials and the other is a brand … Continue reading Purpose – Where It Starts
A$AP ROCKY – Debut Australian Tour
Following hot on the heels of sold out tours by Kendrick Lamar, Tyga, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis and the announcement of the Nas co-curated Movement Festival, Niche and Live Nation are proud to present the debut Australian tour of one of the hottest properties in Rap right now, A$AP Rocky. Released in January this year, his top #10 ARIA debut album – LongLiveA$AP – defies categorisation, standing out amongst the pack as the document of where Rap and Hip Hop culture is headed. A blurry mix of lyricism, slowed down rave synths and featuring a star studded line-up of guests … Continue reading A$AP ROCKY – Debut Australian Tour
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