All Ages Events Victorian non-for-profit The Push has teamed up with City of Moreland, YouthWorx Media and Amped Up Productions to put on a five-week live hip-hop/rap event to find the best up-and-comers around Melbourne. PushIt! Cyphers will be running … Continue reading The Push – PushIt! Cyphers
Simultaneous Worldwide Launch of Highly-Anticipated Game Includes Release of Fallout 4 Pip-Boy Edition Bethesda Softworks®, a ZeniMax® Media company, last week announced that the eagerly-awaited Fallout® 4 will be available worldwide on Tuesday, November 10, 2015 for the Xbox One, … Continue reading Fallout 4 Arriving November 10, 2015 Worldwide
Son-Zu has been involved in the Melbourne Hip Hop scene for over 10 years now as a beatmaker, writer, radio host, mix engineer and Youth Worker. These day’s he is making stuff “a bit different”. Pisces is an emcee and beatmaker also from Melbourne, who has teamed up with Son-Zu to drop a brand new project titled Sound The Static. The release features 1/6 and Bailer. You can download the release now as a name your price download, by following the link below. If you are a fan of this, expect something special coming through late 2014 with Little Wonder Productions. Download Continue reading Pieces & Son-Zu Sound The Static
Anthony Devine, son of Melbourne jazz musician Gary Devine, was almost inevitably set to pursue a career in music. Having taken up piano at the age of eight and studying primarily under Andy Cowan, he progressed to studying bass guitar at age twelve with notable figures such as Dan West, Wylie J. Miller, Tim Pryde, and Drew Deadman. Now, having worked for some years across a diverse range of musical styles including Hip-Hop, Reggae, Metal, Funk, Jazz, and Afrobeat, he has honed his skills as a progressive musician and had the privilege of playing with prominent artists such as King … Continue reading Anthony Devine Presents: Contest Us The Album
Motley has been making music in his makeshift home studio since 2002. In 2003 he was noticed by Live Nation and hand picked to tour his native UK with Hip-Hop legends De La Soul. Since 2005 Motley has shared the stage with some of the world’s greatest artists including Nas, Nelly & Beyoncé. Sending thousands crazy with his infectious stage presence and smooth, energetic rhymes at Sound Relief (MCG) and Big Day Out. In 2004 he worked with Nitin Sawhney on Melbourne’s 2004 International Arts Festival. He was immediately snapped up by Bliss N Eso to record on their album, … Continue reading Motley – The Dope Squad Pt. 1
It’s no secret that Melbourne boutique hip hop label Crate Cartel have been putting out some of the purist hip hop music in Australia for years now. Having the deepest respect for the genre’s roots, the Cartel is conscientiously on point when adhering to age-old principals and legacies. None demonstrates this dedication to the movement more than Fluent Form, possessing all the background knowledge, experience and sensitivity required .Flu is the A-grade emcee, and what he has produced with new album Flu Season is no less than top-shelf hip hop. As Fluent Form has matured, so too has his music. … Continue reading Flu aka Fluent Form – Flu Season
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
Long overdue but well worth the wait, up & coming Melbourne MC, J-Mac has been honing his craft for years, whether it be onstage with Tranquil Artillery & The Aphilliates or on the street in any cipher he steps to, the man loves to rap! And its evident on his first solo offering – The Wake Up Call. A 7 track EP recorded by Must Volkoff, featuring production from Must Volkoff himself, Trem One, Vince Van Go, Engineer & cuts from Secondhand DJ’s – Rellik & Meta4. J.Mac displays a sharp style combined with witty punchlines and effortless flow, flexing from … Continue reading J. Mac – The Wake Up Call
Emerging Hip Hop group Runforyourlife has been announced as the winner of the Hilltop Hoods Initiative for 2012. With the support of the Hilltop Hoods and the Australian Performing Right Association (APRA|AMCOS), Runforyourlife has won a kick-start to their career, with $10,000 going towards the release and promotion of their first solo album. MC Suffa of Hilltop Hoods said, “Thanks to APRA and our judging team Hau, Raph, Nish and Ran-Dee, they do a great job every year. Congratulations to the Hip Hop/Soul collective Runforyourlife, they make some great music and are very deserving recipients.” As part of the prize package, … Continue reading Runforyourlife wins 2012 Hilltop Hoods Initiative
With two full-length LPs under his belt, the ethically outspoken emcee has spent much of 2011 slamming hype duties on the Pegz ‘Bombs Away Tour’ still managing to bring his new EP Human Condition to life. Eloquor’s live show demonstrates why he shares the stage with Australia’s finest. Syntax, Breach and Whisper are In Good Company. The dynamic trio are seasoned word-slingers with a partiality for wordplay, stunning punch lines and sonic storytelling. Having recently performed on the VIC leg of the Mantra ‘Speaking Volumes Tour’, IGC return to the stage with their hyped full length show. Also joining the line … Continue reading Myspherical Entertainment presents: Eloquor and In Good Company (Dual Album Launch with special guests)
Fubex first began as a battle MC back in 2003, then built up his reputation to become renowned as a hard worker. Fubex released his first album Upcoming back in early 2007 and now brings you his second album titled The Next Chapter. The Next Chapter features appearances from Swanny (Tenfold), 1/6, Wyldcard MC, Ad-wan (Los Theory), Patty Down (Tranquil Artillery), DJ Relik from Turnstyle Records and Unda K9 Record’s DJ Denno. Fubex has previously supported the likes of Bliss n Eso, TZU, Lowrider, Pez n 360, Illzilla, The Typhoons, Phatchance, Motley (United Kindom) and Seth Sentry. Track listings 1. … Continue reading 2010 Look-Back Series #4: Fubex – The Next Chapter
The Psyde Projects are currently working on their second LP, while they have a single ready for release as well as a 6-track EP. Basically, they’re pretty and busy. Impressed? Late last year during October and November saw The Psyde Projects take their sound around Australia with a national tour to promote Welcome to Boomtown, their first full-length album which they independently funded and pressed onto vinyl. Now after a small break, Melbourne’s chief party rockers and purveyors of that ol ‘Golden Age’ hip hop sound are finally ready to launch their record in their hometown of Melbourne. … Continue reading The Psyde Projects – Album launch
This is the 28th installment of rappertag featuring Motion. New LP Motion Picture coming soon. So far it’s been: 18.) Class A MC 19.) The Tongue 20.) Tuka 21.) Drapht 22.)Sesta 23.) K21 24.) Vents 25.) Maundz 26.) Delta 27.) Simplex 28.) Motion To Come: Dedlee Adelaide hip hop crew Adroit Effusive are set to release their long awaited debut album – The Album. ‘Australian Hip Hop group to watch out for’ J-Mag, 2009. The time has finally arrived for the quintessential dysfunctional hip hop family, Adroit Effusive. After toiling in the depths of underground hip hop, honing their skills, … Continue reading Rappertag #28 – Motion
This is the 27th installment of rappertag featuring Simplex So far it’s been: 12.) Lotek 13.) 1/6 14.) Suffa 15.) Headlock 16.) Lazy Grey 17.) BVA 18.) Class A MC 19.) The Tongue 20.) Tuka 21.) Drapht 22.)Sesta 23.) K21 24.) Vents 25.) Maundz 26.) Delta 27.) Simplex To Come: Motion Emcee Simplex will drop his long-awaited solo joint on Obese early next year titled Audiobiography. One of this country’s most talented (and under-rated) hip hop talents to grace this country. Simplex’s solo album is slated for a mid-year 2010 release. The album is pretty much a collection of tracks … Continue reading Rappertag #27 – Simplex
This is the 26th installment of rappertag featuring The Lostralian Delta. So far it’s been: 12.) Lotek 13.) 1/6 14.) Suffa 15.) Headlock 16.) Lazy Grey 17.) BVA 18.) Class A MC 19.) The Tongue 20.) Tuka 21.) Drapht 22.)Sesta 23.) K21 24.) Vents 25.) Maundz 26.) Delta To Come: Simplex Continue reading Rappertag #26 – Delta
This is the 25th installment of rappertag featuring Maundz! So far it’s been: 1). 360 2). Urthboy 3.) Brad Strut 4.) Fraksha 5.) Bias B 6.) Newsense 7.) Briggs 8.) Hunter 9.) The Master 10.) Hau 11.) Nay 12.) Lotek 13.) 1/6 14.) Suffa 15.) Headlock 16.) Lazy Grey 17.) BVA 18.) Class A MC 19.) The Tongue 20.) Tuka 21.) Drapht 22.)Sesta 23.) K21 24.) Vents 25.) Maundz To Come: Delta A 3 Camera Breakdown of the Maundz Rappertag (25). Filmed & Edited on 3 cameras simultaneously at the Crate Cartel Leisure Suite by Full Clip (Heata & Discourse) … Continue reading Rappertag #25 – Maundz
This is the 24th installment of rappertag featuring Vents Mother Fucking One! So far it’s been: 1). 360 2). Urthboy 3.) Brad Strut 4.) Fraksha 5.) Bias B 6.) Newsense 7.) Briggs 8.) Hunter 9.) The Master 10.) Hau 11.) Nay 12.) Lotek 13.) 1/6 14.) Suffa 15.) Headlock 16.) Lazy Grey 17.) BVA 18.) Class A MC 19.) The Tongue 20.) Tuka 21.) Drapht 22.)Sesta 23.) K21 24.) Vents To Come: Maundz Continue reading Rappertag #24 – Vents
This is the 22nd and 23rd installment of rappertag featuring Sesta and K21 feat. Qzyphus So far it’s been: 1). 360 2). Urthboy 3.) Brad Strut 4.) Fraksha 5.) Bias B 6.) Newsense 7.) Briggs 8.) Hunter 9.) The Master 10.) Hau 11.) Nay 12.) Lotek 13.) 1/6 14.) Suffa 15.) Headlock 16.) Lazy Grey 17.) BVA 18.) Class A MC 19.) The Tongue 20.) Tuka 21.) Drapht 22.)Sesta 23.) K21 To Come: Vents Continue reading Rappertag #22 & #23 with Sesta & K21
This is the 20th and 21st installment of rappertag featuring Tuka and Drapht So far it’s been: 1). 360 2). Urthboy 3.) Brad Strut 4.) Fraksha 5.) Bias B 6.) Newsense 7.) Briggs 8.) Hunter 9.) The Master 10.) Hau 11.) Nay 12.) Lotek 13.) 1/6 14.) Suffa 15.) Headlock 16.) Lazy Grey 17.) BVA 18.) Class A MC 19.) The Tongue To Come: Sesta – Funkoars Drapht’s Latest Single – Rapunzel Tuka’s – Will Rap For Tuka – Free Track & Release Info Continue reading Rappertag #20 & 21 – Tuka and Drapht
This is the 19th installment of rappertag featuring The Tongue So far it’s been: 1). 360 2). Urthboy 3.) Brad Strut 4.) Fraksha 5.) Bias B 6.) Newsense 7.) Briggs 8.) Hunter 9.) The Master 10.) Hau 11.) Nay 12.) Lotek 13.) 1/6 14.) Suffa 15.) Headlock 16.) Lazy Grey 17.) BVA 18.) Class A MC 19.) The Tongue To Come: Tuka – Thundamentals Continue reading Rappertag #19 – The Tongue
This is the 17th & 18th installment of rappertag featuring BVA and Class A MC So far it’s been: 1). 360 2). Urthboy 3.) Brad Strut 4.) Fraksha 5.) Bias B 6.) Newsense 7.) Briggs 8.) Hunter 9.) The Master 10.) Hau 11.) Nay 12.) Lotek 13.) 1/6 14.) Suffa 15.) Headlock 16.) Lazy Grey 17.) BVA 18.) Class A MC To Come: The Tongue Continue reading Rappertag – BVA (#17) & Class A MC (#18)
This is the 15th & 16th installment of rappertag featuring Headlock and Lazy Grey So far it’s been: 1). 360 2). Urthboy 3.) Brad Strut 4.) Fraksha 5.) Bias B 6.) Newsense 7.) Briggs 8.) Hunter 9.) The Master 10.) Hau 11.) Nay 12.) Lotek 13.) 1/6 14.) Suffa 15.) Headlock 16.) Lazy Grey To Come: 17.) BVA Continue reading Rappertag – Headlock #15 & Lazy Grey #16
This is the 14th installment of rappertag featuring Suffa So far it’s been: 1). 360 2). Urthboy 3.) Brad Strut 4.) Fraksha 5.) Bias B 6.) Newsense 7.) Briggs 8.) Hunter 9.) The Master 10.) Hau 11.) Nay 12.)Lotek 13.)1/6 14.) Suffa To Come: 15.) Headlock Previous 3 Tags: ‘Parade Of The Dead’ debuts at #1, and goes gold in first week! The Parade Of The Dead DVD debuted at #1 on the ARIA Charts and went Gold in its first week.If you haven’t picked one up yet check out the footage from the DVD on Hilltop Hoods YouTube Channel http://www.youtube.com/hilltophoods Continue reading Rappertag – Suffa #14
This is the 13th installment of rappertag featuring 1/6 So far it’s been: 1). 360 2). Urthboy 3.) Brad Strut 4.) Fraksha 5.) Bias B 6.) Newsense 7.) Briggs 8.) Hunter 9.) The Master 10.) Hau 11.) Nay 12.)Lotek 13.)1/6 To Come: 14.) Suffa Born in Australia but raised in Namibia, 1/6 is an African-Australian who is emerging as one of Aussie hip hops freshest talents. Schooled in Africa until 18, he recently returned to Australia to experience a new life. Now based in Melbourne, 1/6 boasts regular appearances with respected groups Illzilla, Public Opinion Afro Orchestra, The Mega Horns, Polo Club, Black Jesus and … Continue reading Rappertag – 1/6 #13
This is the 12th installment of rappertag featuring Lotek So far it’s been: 1). 360 2). Urthboy 3.) Brad Strut 4.) Fraksha 5.) Bias B 6.) Newsense 7.) Briggs 8.) Hunter 9.) The Master 10.) Hau 11.) Nay 12.)Lotek To Come: 13.) 1/6 Previous 3 Tags: Continue reading Lotek – Rappertag #12
SOFLES | Adelaide exhibition recap. A couple of photos from Sofles’ solo exhibition at Bull N Bear in Adelaide last week + some black and white sketches. Photos thanks to Selina Miles. 1/6 | Ironlak freestyle @ Obese Records Store 1/6 Ironlak freestyle at Obese Records store (Melbourne). Another day at Obese Records with 1/6 dropping a freestyle about the colour range from Ironlak paint. Can you pick all the colours mentioned? Download the 1/6 mixtape here Continue reading It’s all about the paint – Ironlak update
Ozi Batla, frontman for The Herd is venturing out on his first solo tour in support of his debut record Wild Colonial, starting this Friday! Already heavily featured on triple j, Rage, Video Hits and Channel [V], Ozi steps out on stage backed by Sandro, who produced the entire Wild Colonial album. One of the most lauded and loved emcees in Australia, Ozi Batla has led The Herd and Astronomy Class on multiple National tours and performances at all the major festivals. Most recently he wowed the sold-out crowds at Before Too Long: Paul Kelly Tribute shows at the Forum … Continue reading Ozi Batla – Wild Colonial Tour (a little reminder…)
Born in Australia but raised in Namibia, 1/6 is an African-Australian who is emerging as one of Aussie hip hops freshest talents. Schooled in Africa until 18, he recently returned to Australia to experience a new life. Now based in Melbourne, 1/6 boasts regular appearances with respected groups Illzilla, Public Opinion Afro Orchestra, The Mega Horns, Polo Club, Black Jesus and his crew Pang Productions. 1/6 – was recently announced as the recipient of the Hilltop Hoods Initiative. With the support of the Hilltop Hoods and APRA, 1/6 has won a healthy career kick-start of $10,000 to go towards the … Continue reading 1/6 (One Slash Six) – Inbox EP {Prelude to Electronic Mail}
Coming straight out of government housing and searing his mark into the Canberra hip hop scene with his crew Alikeminds was just the start for Maggot Mouf. His latest album, You’re All Ears is ready to lay down an aural assault with its crisp production and sharply observed lyrics. You’re All Ears features production by BTE’s powerhouse, Ciecmate and the intimidating talent of Sammy Scissors. Featuring guest verses from 1/6 (this year’s 2010 Hilltop Hoods Initiative Winner), Scotty Hinds (Nine High / Smash Brothers), Dekoda and additional production from the devastating Joey Gargoyle and Bigfoot (Hired Goons / 750 Rebels), … Continue reading Maggot Mouf – You’re All Ears (Album Preview) July 16
Maggot Mouf starting in 98 writing raps in government flats. He then moved on to the open mic and battle scene – holding it down throughout the ACT. After years of burning weak cunts and getting a name for himself, he co-formed Canberra’s alikeminds crew in 2002 and took the live show scene by storm supporting the likes of Jungle Brothers, Braintax, Disorder, Mystro, Lyrical Commission, Reason, and Hospice Crew just to name a few. In 2005 Maggot Mouf relocated to Melbourne and met up with old Canberra counterparts, the Hospice Crew, which saw the recording of Read ‘Em and … Continue reading Maggot Mouf – You’re All Ears (July 16)
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