The Herbaliser – Australian DJ Tour
Fresh from releasing their acclaimed 7th album, There Were Seven The Herbaliser are escaping the UK and heading South for an 8 date DJ tour of Australia, including appearances at the WOMAD Festival in Adelaide and Perth’s International Arts Festival. Hailed by the press as a “buoyant return” (Clash), with repeated listens an “enjoyable must” (BBC Music) and a “return to greatness” (AllMusic), There Were Seven sees the band, 18 years into their career, still at the very top of their game. Visas sorted, flights booked and record bags packed, Jake & Ollie are ready to bring their funk-infused hip-hop (or hip-hop-infused funk, depending on … Continue reading The Herbaliser – Australian DJ Tour
Cortext – Streaming Consciousness 2.0
Cortext is a WA hip hop artist who has been making noise around the state for a while now. The Perth based/South West raised lyricist has been apart of several projects over the last few years, as well as releasing two collaborative CDs, Champion Music, with SMA crewmate Chekid, and Ill Recognise Ill, with long-time friend and collaborator Aero.D. Cortext latest effort comes in the form of two disc release titled Streaming Consciousness 2.0. Featuring a host of artists including Ulla Shay, Bsyde, Crispe, Bryte MC, Porsah Laine, Fatty Phew, Graphic, Greeley, Bitter Belief and more. Productions duties are … Continue reading Cortext – Streaming Consciousness 2.0
Supastition – The Blackboard EP
North Carolina’s own Supastition releases The Blackboard EP, a FREE 8-track digital EP. The project serves as a thank you to the listeners who continued to support his music after his sudden departure from the music business in 2010. The Blackboard is about returning to the basics of emceeing and rediscovering that vintage sound that Supastition has been known for since his debut album in 2002. The project features the critically acclaimed, Yada Yada, the conceptual Best Worst Day, and the boom bap inspired Indestructible. The only guest appearances on The Blackboard EP are the DJ duo, Faust & Shortee, … Continue reading Supastition – The Blackboard EP
Koolta Announces Possessions Tour Dates
Adelaide MC and producer Koolta has just announced final dates and supports for his upcoming Possessions single tour in early February. 2012 was a huge year for the hip-hop favourite, releasing his debut album The Extraordinary Average Joe, supporting the Hilltop Hoods, opening the Adelaide leg of the national Parklife Festival tour and being awarded the MRC’s Clip It! Initiative. Taking in four dates only, Koolta is bringing some of his mates with him, with support nationally from Sydney’s Electric Elements crew, along with DeathStarrs (BRIS), Prime (ADL), Ry (MELB) and Mute MC & Kit Complete (Big Village – SYD). … Continue reading Koolta Announces Possessions Tour Dates
Chasm X Skryptcha – The Summer
Skryptcha has a knack for making the philosophical non-confrontational. His second masterpiece Mindful is not unlike its creator; perceptive, sharp and ahead of its time. After the notoriety surrounding previous LP Numb3rs, and break out EP Left to Write, the slick young wordsmith has found time to knock out a Journalism degree, and travel substantially. Crafted during the most pivotal years of his life, Mindful takes a considered look at Skryptcha’s unique journey thus far. Skryptcha now teams up with beatsmith extraordinaire to bring to you a brand new free release titled The Summer. The Summer mixtape features production and remixes from Chasm, Lotek, Ta-Ku and Dr Don Don. The release … Continue reading Chasm X Skryptcha – The Summer
Bitter Belief – The Circus
SBX crew member Bitter Belief first started writing poems at the young age of 13. In time with his love for writing combined with his love for hip hop it evolved from poems to rhymes. Recording over downloaded instrumentals with very basic cheap equipment Bitter B put his head down and got to work recording at least a track a day for the next few years to come. At the age of 17 he was signed to an independant label but left two years later to continue his journey alone. After leaving the label Bitter put out a series of mixtapes … Continue reading Bitter Belief – The Circus
Enough Rope – Enough Rope Mixtape
Enter Enough Rope. Two heads sharing their story and intrinsic thoughts through hip hop music. ER is made up of Skwid Roc, a b-boy who grew up breaking with the likes of Tommy Illfigga and the Skill at Will crew, aswell as Thomacide Daley, a skateboarder first and foremost drawn to hip hop, recognizable through his style of skateboarding and everyday life. This brand new duo from Brisbane met in 2009, developing a friendship which would turn rapship in 2011 where they began making their first recordings. Fast forward to Late 2012, the duo have released their debut self titled … Continue reading Enough Rope – Enough Rope Mixtape
2013 Hilltop Hoods Initiative
Applications are now open for the 2013 Hilltop Hoods Initiative! The Hilltop Hoods and APRA are teaming up again to give a career changing $10K to the most impressive emerging Hip Hop/Soul act in Australia. Aimed at helping fund the manufacturing and marketing of an album release, the grant is open to any act that hasn’t had a previous professional commercial release. For application instructions and terms log on here. Applications close on Tuesday 26th February and the grant recipient will be announced on Thursday 28th March. Good Luck! More Information || APRA / AMCOS || Hilltop Hoods Continue reading 2013 Hilltop Hoods Initiative
Spin DJ 2013
Are you hotter than a summer heatwave on the decks? Entries are now open for Spin DJ 2013! Started by Fringe Benefits in 2007, the Spin DJ comp has been the springboard for talents such as Track Team (2007), Carter Bros (2008), Well Being (2009), DJ Sanchez (2010), Skippy (2011) and Ryley (2012). Spin DJ has a reputation for unearthing the absolute finest and offering unparalleled prizes and exposure for the winner. As well as receiving the highly-coveted title of Spin DJ Comp winner and joining the ranks of some of Adelaide’s best DJs, this year’s winner will also receive a … Continue reading Spin DJ 2013
Akouo – Above & Beyond EP
Tasmanian native Akouo (pronounced “ak-oo-oh”) breaks the mould of the conventional music producer/DJ, binding himself to no singular genre – instead he embraces the worldwide musical offerings of many cultures. As a music producer, Akouo has made contributions to the Australian hip hop genre as a member of groups JNA and Letters To The Sun, and his debut 2008 hip hop album Outwit The Muscle received a healthy run of airplay on Australian radio. As a DJ, over ten years behind a set of turntables has inbuilt a diverse taste and helped Akouo develop an arsenal of music with a … Continue reading Akouo – Above & Beyond EP
Matchless Gift “Inquire Within” Out Now
MC/Producer Matchless Gift from the Butterthief camp presents his debut EP Inquire Within featuring Mesha (Taylor Made Tactix), LKR, Dialect & Social Change with cuts by DJ Snair and Inkswel. A hard-hitting, thought provoking introduction for the artist from South Australia, It’s been a long time coming and well worth the wait for the 8-track release. With an open and honest writing style and an impenetrable mark on production Matchless Gift makes music that inspires the listener to see beyond the grind of everyday norms. A producer born from the love of digging in the crates and an MC born from … Continue reading Matchless Gift “Inquire Within” Out Now
Geko – The Horror EP
He’s an enigma, wrapped in a mystery; immersed in weed smoke. He is Phil Gektor. A purveyor of a sacred Lingua Franca long forgotten. He arrives with a mission, a mission to impregnate the minds of listeners with The Horror. This EP, produced by the elusive Ramzee, ushers in the new age of ‘Philizm’, from the ashes of Geko’s tormented mind state, rises a new anti-hero. Welcome to The Horror. In the time between now and The Horror peep Geko on Facebook here. Geko || Crate Cartel || Facebook Continue reading Geko – The Horror EP
Chali 2na – Against The Current
With his distinctive and widely beloved baritone voice, Chali 2na has established himself not only as one of hip-hop’s preeminent and charismatic personalities, but has also garnered renowned praise as a highly respected artist across a myriad of mediums. His latest project, Against The Current, a 5 EP series that will be released throughout the next year. Breathing new life into his musical past, the project’s sound is heavily influenced by his history; from the blues music he was raised on and the hip-hop he produced as a member of Jurassic 5, to the urban-Latin music he created with … Continue reading Chali 2na – Against The Current
Purpose’s single ‘Comin Home’ goes into rotation on triple j & he is named #1 Most Played Artist of 2012 on triple j Unearthed
It has been a big week for the young MC/producer who is 3 weeks away from delivering his beyond anticipated debut album Where It Starts. Wednesday saw his most recent single Comin Home feat. Illy, Jimmy Nice & Joyride get added to rotation on triple j, a huge feat for an entirely independant artist without label support. Perhaps the most fascinating and defining detail of Purpose’s recent newfound light is that he has established it by working at a level that has allowed him to keep pace with his peers despite having no backing at all. The following day triple … Continue reading Purpose’s single ‘Comin Home’ goes into rotation on triple j & he is named #1 Most Played Artist of 2012 on triple j Unearthed
Empress MC – Dilla Diaries
Like a modern day Queen Nefertiti, Empress MC is ready to rule the music world with an iron mic. Garnering the respect of everyone that is witness to her expert rhyming and clever versatile songwriting, Empress MC is setting aside stereotypes and establishing herself as an artist to be reckoned with. More often than not, when it comes to the realm of hip-hop, women tend to be grouped in a class separately to their male counterparts, almost like they could never reach the level of talent that male MC’s do. The phrase “she’s good for a female rapper” is all … Continue reading Empress MC – Dilla Diaries
Suburban Dark sign to Big Village
Big Village is very proud to welcome production duo Suburban Dark to the fold. Suburban Dark is the first act to be officially signed to the label outside its founding members since the label began 3 years ago and adds more depth to an already diverse roster. Suburban Dark’s analog infused sound is deep, minimal and razor sharp, built with the intent to be played loud, from spine chilling noise to straight up bass assaulting bangers. They have already released 2 tunes through Big Village Records, Straight Edge feat Jeswon, and Vertigo feat. Tuka, Ellesquire and Rapaport on Big Things … Continue reading Suburban Dark sign to Big Village
ZoshPit: Australia’s First and Only Music Focused Crowdfunding Platform Launching in 2013
Australia’s first and only music dedicated crowdfunding site will launch in early 2013. ZoshPit aims to revolutionise the Australian music industry by offering a platform tailored to the needs of artists, bands and musicians. Still in its infancy stage in Australia, crowdfunding has been used in other countries as a way of raising funds for creative projects and campaigns, using the power of the people and online technology. Artists are invited to post Projects whereby they invite fans (new and old) to pledge towards their predetermined funding goal. If the goal is met, funds are processed and the artist’s project goes … Continue reading ZoshPit: Australia’s First and Only Music Focused Crowdfunding Platform Launching in 2013
Cryptic – Samson
Cryptic aka Davey C is a 22 year old artist from Melbourne, Australia. With a broad scope of styles, Davey is admired for his uniquely complex rhyming patterns, verbose dexterity, relevant humour, stage presence and stylised flow. Cryp has diligently analysed and worked on his craft, and produces a unique sound on stage and in the booth. With crew 3000, he’s played shows across Australia from Perth to Adelaide, Brisbane and Melbourne. Simultaneously, Davey C has emerged as one of the top handful in the Australian battle scene, having performed main events across the country, battling in Got Beef? Battles, Real … Continue reading Cryptic – Samson
Slaughterhouse – Australian Tour 2013
Slaughterhouse Australian Tour 2013, with special guest ScHoolboy Q and Full Tote Odds. Shady Records Hip Hop super-group Slaughterhouse, are celebrating the release of their sophomore album “welcome to: Our House”, with their very first Australian Tour. The group consisting of four of the most prolific lyricists the rap game has ever seen in Detroit’s Royce da 5’9,’ New Jersey’s Joe Budden, Long Beach, California’s Crooked I and Brooklyn’s Joell Ortiz, have been steadily touring the USA and Europe in 2012 to packed houses and phenomenal reviews. Joining the super-group is currently one of the hottest and most hyped lyricists to … Continue reading Slaughterhouse – Australian Tour 2013
Profecy – The Arrival Mixtape
This fiercely independent and unfettered MC hints toward provoking a renaissance after his debut EP Let The Music Play where upon the young MC unleashes fury and proves his point on the bold and daring 5-track assault, establishing himself on the national stage. From the emerging class of talented freshmen on their come up, at just 22 years young, Profecy grew up in Lismore, on the NSW coast, and with little to no scene he found a way to go at it alone with a makeshift garage studio. Here he learned the subtle balance in delivering rhymes over a given … Continue reading Profecy – The Arrival Mixtape
Nix – Dirty Herbs & Comic Books feat. Tycotic & Losty
Nix was born in Broken Hill, raised in North-West Sydney, & currently resides in Canberra. His love for hip-hop developed during his early teenage years from the moment he first heard Ghostface Killah’s opening verse on Bring Da Ruckus. Nix presents his debut mixtape titled The Nixtape, featuring artwork from Jim Mahfood (worked with Ziggy Marley, MF Grimm, Felt, Kevin Smith), and guest appearances from Percee P, Illmaculate, Miss Mich, Dubulay, LHA, Losty, Tycotic and Miss M. Nix has just released a brand new video clip for the track Dirty Herbs & Comic Books featuring Tycotic and Losty. The video was shot and edited by Tycotic (Indigo Embassy). You can grab The Nixtape for free … Continue reading Nix – Dirty Herbs & Comic Books feat. Tycotic & Losty
Broken Aesthetiks – Get Rowdy feat. Raven
A lot of lyricists today like to hide behind mask or a persona. Perhaps this is because they have come up with an engaging alter ego. Perhaps they do not have a lot of life experience, confidence, or charisma personally. Or maybe they simply just aren’t that interesting a person. Whatever the reason, Angus Younga is going against this grain. The second signing to the emerging Grhyme Production’s roster are Melbourne duo Broken Aesthetiks. Well known amongst underground circles for their regular gigging in metro and rural Victoria, MC Angus Younga (aka FatGut) and DJ Elev8, whose beat juggling skills left … Continue reading Broken Aesthetiks – Get Rowdy feat. Raven
Catch Wreck
Every so often, an event comes along with the purpose of cementing itself a place in history. In a time where large showcases are usually catered towards the more mainstream listener, Matt Van Rooy and Catch Wreck have proudly assembled an impeccable line up of artists revered by Hip Hop aficionados and fans Australia wide. This is a night put on by the fans, for the fans. Underground royalty, of this phenomenal caliber have never appeared together in this capacity to perform on the same night. Until now, Get ready to Catch Wreck. Catch Wreck will feature the legendary Lazy Grey with … Continue reading Catch Wreck
Big Village – ‘This Is That’ Official Video
It’s been a huge 2012 over at Big Village HQ with some killer releases, and tours (including packing the entire label into a bus) and to celebrate the entire label joined forces once again for the Big Village Xmas Party at Goodgod Small Club on Dec 22nd. Featuring perfromances from Daily Meds, True Vibenation, Loose Change (Ellesquire + Rapaport), Mute + Kit Complete, Suburban Dark, Tenth Dan & Grub and DJs Klue, Roleo and Migz, it was a fitting way to end such a special year for the roster. The This is That official video is taken from Big Things Volume Two and … Continue reading Big Village – ‘This Is That’ Official Video
Rezadent & Phirious – Spiritual Kung Fu
Performing and recording since 2002, Brisbane emcee and producer Rezadent has appeared on over 17 local and nationally released mixtapes, compilations and albums. Rezadent is also a member of the Change The Tape collective. Having completed his full length debut album in 2009 titled The Intercepting Fist, he has also featured on such releases as the Crate Creeps – It’s About That Time and Kings Konekteds – Trails To The Underlair. With years of doing live shows with his crew and other artists around the Brisbane/ Gold Coast area, Rezadent has supported many acts such as Dilated Peoples/ Expansion Team, Yungun, … Continue reading Rezadent & Phirious – Spiritual Kung Fu
BBS – Won’t Be Told
BBS are four hardworking musicians consisting of J Stark, Rare and Yorgs with Rude B on the decks. Since releasing their debut mixtape 3 Mics and We Swear in 2008 BBS, have been busy doing countless numbers of shows with artists such as Phrase, Illy, Fluent Form, Pez, 360 and more. After plenty of success off the back of their release Qualified and a small break to write and produce some new music, BBS are ready to go at it again. A brand new track has been doing the rounds, titled Won’t Be Told and it is the lead single from … Continue reading BBS – Won’t Be Told
Purpose – Happy New Year
Purpose welcomes in the new year with a brand new track featuring the beats of some of your favourite party anthems. The Happy New Year track features Clown Prince, Walk On Ar, It’s All Good and Pick It Up. The full list can of artists can be found below. It’s been a massive year for the young South Australian emcee/producer. With 2013 shaping up to be his best yet. Purpose’s brand new album Where It Starts is set to drop in around 5 weeks, with 3 huge singles already out and crunching the airwaves, this is sure to be a massive … Continue reading Purpose – Happy New Year
The Psyde Projects – Re-Dizzled
The Psyde Projects, D-Fro, ILResponce and Mr Moonshine’s new single Re-Dizzled, is given an animated interpretation courtesy of an amazing local artist, Ohnoes. D-Fro, ILResponce and Mr Moonshine’s, who are all beat maker’s, who’s musical creations are littered with samples from diggers’ records and unpretentious lyrics. The Psyde Projects have an affinity with vinyl and the MPC, and together the three colour their music with genres and styles off a variety of records. Their catchy hook lines and punchy rhymes send dance floors stir crazy while the posers still get pleased. D’fro & ILResponse deliver the goodness through their raps, while Moonshine slices … Continue reading The Psyde Projects – Re-Dizzled
M-Phazes x Ones Clothing
M-Phazes is one of Australia’s most accomplished hip-hop producers, having worked with an impressive array of artists from home and abroad. One of his most applauded efforts so far is his showcase record Good Gracious. New Era was lucky to collaborate with Mark Landon aka M-Phazes on a cap that gives a nod to this iconic Australian album. This cap was designed by Sydney based label Ones Clothing and will be hitting selected retailers mid December 2012. This is the first in a four part collaboration series celebrating some of our favourite music producers You can cop the hat at … Continue reading M-Phazes x Ones Clothing
360 x Nike Lunar Force 1’s
A new symbol of force is about to rise and it will leap 30 years of air, attitude and innovation forward into the future. Below you will find the stories, creativity and inspirational style of one who represents the future of Nike Air Force 1. The Air Force 1 Sneaker has a history embedded in basketball Culture, much like Australian Hip Hop artist 360. Follow the story of 360 as he reveals his foray into music, what inspired him to take his first step into the industry and propel him to where he is today. After a killer year that … Continue reading 360 x Nike Lunar Force 1’s
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