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True Vibenation release first single ‘Dressed To Chill’

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Dressed To Chill featuring Pukz is the first taste from True Vibenation’s upcoming sophomore album. The song is an infectious summertime tune over a laid-back beat featuring the charismatic, fluid flows of Verbaleyes and Native Wit and ‘smooth as butter’ vocals from Sydney soul-singer Pukz, along with True Vibenation’s trademark horns played by the guys themselves. True Vibenation are Dressed To Chill but there will be no relaxing for them in the coming months as they take to the road for the Dressed To Chill Tour while also locking down in the studio to put the finishing touches on their second … Continue reading True Vibenation release first single ‘Dressed To Chill’

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Moka Young – Young N Restless Out Now!

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Moka Young grew up in Cabarita Beach NSW, and now lives live on The Gold Coast and has been passionate about rap and hip hop music since he was 15 years old. For the last twelve months Moka has been working on his debut album with a range of producers and other artists. Moka’s unique sound has been heavily moulded through his love for melody driven soul music, along with his passion for hip hop. His lyrics are inspired by his life experiences and tell the story of life as he sees it. Moka has supported local and international acts … Continue reading Moka Young – Young N Restless Out Now!

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Red Bull Music Academy Tokyo 2014

Jim Steps

Once more, with feeling. The Red Bull Music Academy has taken its series of music festivals and workshops to cities around the world over the last 15 years, with previous stops including NYC, Toronto, London, Madrid, Melbourne, and Cape Town. We’re very glad to announce that the Academy will be hosted in Tokyo in October 2014. Tokyo is one of the world’s most iconic cities – a place that tends to inspire mythic reimagining. It’s also a city of contrasts: a place where J-pop stadium spectacles abound, but where collector culture thrives and connoisseurs of obscure funk, soul, audiophile equipment … Continue reading Red Bull Music Academy Tokyo 2014

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Heliosphere – Uncomfortable Beats

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Uncomfortable Beats presents it’s 5th Australian Beats Compilation titled Heliosphere. Uncomfortable Beats is an Australian-based music label dedicated to showcasing emerging beat-makers with an innovative, off-kilter sounds. This 13 track release showcases a diverse selection of beats from producers across Australia, with emphasis leaning towards the more mellow spectrum of electronic music. Compiled by: Able8 & Ghostsoul. Mastered by: Ghostsoul. Heliosphere is available now as a name your price download here. Official  ||  Facebook  ||  Twitter Continue reading Heliosphere – Uncomfortable Beats

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How Green EP

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How Green’s self-titled EP is an exploration through finely chopped beats. The Adelaide based artist showcases his talent for electronic song writing, and sets himself apart with his compelling sound in this six track release. As an added bonus, the EP includes remixes from Oisima and SylleStruck (Greased Up Records, DEN). How Green is available now as a name your price download here. Track listing: 1. Might Light 2. o’ o’ oh 3. Blue Lemons 4. Yes Yeah 5. Might Light (SylleStruck remix) 6. Yes Yeah (Oisima Remix) Official  ||  Facebook  ||  Twitter Continue reading How Green EP

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Miracle – Never Gets Old Official Video

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Sydney based powerhouse artist/producer Miracle releases the first single Never Gets Old off his upcoming debut album. Having toured Australia solidly over the last 12 months supporting artists including A$AP Rocky, Childish Gambino and Tyga, Miracle has been steadily honing his craft and exploring the musical boundaries, which is apparent on his new single. Teaming up with 2012 Aria Award Winning Producer Stylaz Fuego (360, Wiley, Illy, Diafrix), has helped Miracle make the transformation from being categorised as a rapper, to an artist. This musical growth has seen him deliver a stellar track featuring a fusion of hip hop, dance and … Continue reading Miracle – Never Gets Old Official Video

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ICP (Insane Clown Posse) Australian Tour 2013

Jim Steps

Hip hop stalwarts and leaders of the Juggalo movement Insane Clown Posse have announced they will be breaking their Australian drought, heading Down Under for their first run of headlining shows in more than a decade. Currently sitting on a cool 11 million album sales, it’s no surprise that ICP seem unfazed and, in fact, take pride in their label as one of the world’s most hated outfits. Making headlines for all the wrong reasons, ICP have been declared leaders of an FBI recognised criminal gang and most recently slapped with a sexual harassment lawsuit by a former lawyer, but … Continue reading ICP (Insane Clown Posse) Australian Tour 2013

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Nike: 15 Years Of Tuned Air

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It’s been 15 years since the Nike Tuned Air first burst onto the scene, and to commemorate the anniversary of this premium sneaker, Foot Locker is bringing its fans the relaunch of the 1998 original colourway this Wednesday, 27 November. Dropping into select stores throughout Australia this week, the Nike Tuned Air – for adults and kids – has been exclusive to Foot Locker since its iconic release 15 years ago. The Nike Tuned was the first Nike shoe equipped with the Tuned Air technology, which allows for airflow between multiple air units implemented in the midsole, maximizing cushioning and … Continue reading Nike: 15 Years Of Tuned Air

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Joyride: First Solo Tour This December

Jim Steps

To celebrate the release of The Gentleman Trilogy, Joyride sets off on his first solo tour hitting sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane this December. The quietest achiever and loudest personality in the One Day Crew (Horrorshow, Jackie Onassis, Spit Syndicate) has been prolific, releasing three EPs (The Gentleman Trilogy): Honourable and Chivalrous, with Valiant dropping shortly. From love and drug-fuelled lust to poignant self-reflection, it’s all written, produced and performed by Joyride, presenting the untold perspective of a young, handsome man in the guts of the city. The social media mogul recently killed it supporting Spit Syndicate’s national tour but it’s time … Continue reading Joyride: First Solo Tour This December

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aahh Radio – Community Series Episode 1: April77 Creative (Ben Funnell)

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For our first ever Community Series episode, which aims to highlight those who are heavily involved in the local hip hop scene, but may not receive the recognition they deserve. We catch up with the creative director of April77 Creative, … Continue reading aahh Radio – Community Series Episode 1: April77 Creative (Ben Funnell)

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Bliss N Eso Release ‘My Life’ Music Video Announce BDO + ARIA Awards Appearance

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In a landmark year for the group, this past week has been particularly huge for Sydney’s Bliss n Eso. In a trio of major live announcements, BNE began the week announcing a very special performance at the upcoming 2013 ARIA … Continue reading Bliss N Eso Release ‘My Life’ Music Video Announce BDO + ARIA Awards Appearance

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David Dallas – Falling Into Place goes Gold plus Australian Tour Dates

Jim Steps

The past two years have been a rollercoaster for Dallas. He signed to underground powerhouse Duck Down Music NYC in 2011, releasing second album The Rose Tint in the US soon after, and touring throughout North America with hip hop duo … Continue reading David Dallas – Falling Into Place goes Gold plus Australian Tour Dates

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DJ Jazzy Jeff & MC Skillz to play at The Espy

Jim Steps

One of the hip-hop scene’s earliest pioneers & best-loved artists, DJ Jazzy Jeff is commercially best known for his chart-topping collaborations with Will Smith – DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince. The duo shot to worldwide acclaim through multi-platinum hits such as ‘Summertime’, ‘Boom! Shake The Room’ & ‘Girls Ain’t Nothing But Trouble’. In 1988, the duo gained the honour of being awarded the first ever Grammy for a hip hop/rap song (for Parents Just Don’t Understand). Worldwide TV acclaim soon followed courtesy of seminal US Sitcom ‘The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air’– with Will Smith playing the lead and … Continue reading DJ Jazzy Jeff & MC Skillz to play at The Espy

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Blue Mnts Artists Announce Bushfire Benefit Show

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It’s no secret that something in the Blue Mountains water has meant that over the last ten years, its musical alumni has produced more influential hip hop / electronic artists than any other region outside of Australian capital cities. The devastating fires that swept through the Blue Mnts area have brought together some of its most celebrated artists for a massive ONE OFF SHOW to raise money for their friends, family and the Blue Mnts community at large. Featuring Hermitude, Urthboy, Thundamentals, Dialectrix, Tuka, JONES Jnr, Joe New + locals Tenth Dan & Grub and A Blank Canvas – with … Continue reading Blue Mnts Artists Announce Bushfire Benefit Show

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aahh Radio – Episode 5: Illy – Cinematic

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In Episode 5 of aahh Radio we are joined by ONETWO artist Illy, who has just released his 4th studio album Cinematic.  Illy speaks about working with executive producer M-Phazes on Cinematic, Thomas Jules of Rudimental, Drapht, the almighty Hilltop Hoods, Kira Puru, and planning triple j’s Like A Version performance from last week, plus a whole heap more. Official  ||  Facebook  ||  Twitter  ||  Purchase Continue reading aahh Radio – Episode 5: Illy – Cinematic

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adidas and Foot Locker bring Brooklyn to Australia with an exclusive party

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To celebrate the launch of the Brooklyn Nets range to Foot Locker yesterday, adidas and Foot Locker have joined forces to bring bring New York turntablist, DJ Neil Armstrong to Australia. Playing two exclusive adidas x Foot Locker parties in November, … Continue reading adidas and Foot Locker bring Brooklyn to Australia with an exclusive party

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N’fa Jones – Life’s A Game Official Video + Remix

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It’s Spring time and N’fa Jones is back with a vengeance! It’s only been a minute since his Babylondon release, with that crazy stop motion video for March On, and now the guy from Oz’s ol-school beloved multi genre band, 1200 Techniques, is finally delivering a full LP of new collaborative music. Having appeared on Drapht’s singles Bali Party and 1990’s the duo have worked together to deliver the forthcoming album entitled Black + White Noise to be released through Drapht’s label The Ayems in early 2014. Black + White Noise is a diverse and dynamic scope of music, journeying through the dark … Continue reading N’fa Jones – Life’s A Game Official Video + Remix

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aahh Radio – Episode 4 – Mr Grevis

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In episode 3 of aahh Radio we chat to Mr Grevis, who has just released his sophomore LP titled My Escape, featuring production from Dazastah, Cam Bluff and Rob Shaker. The album features the Funkoars crew, Joyride, Drapht and a heap more.  In Episode 4, we discuss the brand new album My Escape. Mr Grevis’ induction into the legendary SBX Crew, The Robert Hunter Cup, Mr Grevis’ new positive outlook on life, his work with the Funkoars and a whole heap more.  Expect a whole heap of dope guests and features in the upcoming episodes of aahh Radio. If you would like to feature in … Continue reading aahh Radio – Episode 4 – Mr Grevis

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Sean Price, Billy Danze & Maffew Ragazino (feat. DJ Babu) – Land Of The Crooks (Prod. by M-Phazes)

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Land Of The Crooks is an anthemic Brooklyn banger featuring Kings County heavyweight emcees’ Sean Price and Billy Danze (of M.O.P.), along with the borough’s buzzworthy spit kicker, Maffew Ragazino. Scratches come courtesy of the turntablist himself, DJ Babu of Dilated Peoples/The Beat Junkies, who cuts up Jeru the Damaja’s quotable “Live in the land of crooks, yes Brooklyn’s the borough,” as originally featured on D. Original. Production on Land Of The Crooks is handled by Australia’s Aria Award winning M-Phazes who incidentally won Sha Money’s 2008 One Stop Shop Producer’s Conference with an overtime victory against Canei Finch, with this … Continue reading Sean Price, Billy Danze & Maffew Ragazino (feat. DJ Babu) – Land Of The Crooks (Prod. by M-Phazes)

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Big Day Out Announce The Return Of The Red Bull No Noise Nightclub

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A place to get lost; lost in the music, lost in your surroundings. Dance like no one can hear you and expect the unexpected. Red Bull No Noise Nightclub is back in 2014 – grab your headphones and join the party with special guests from the Big Day Out lineup. Can’t wait for BDO 2014 to experience the Red Bull No Noise Nightclub again? Then check out the 2013 Red Bull No Noise Nightclub wrap up video here on redbull.com.au. Want to DJ on the National BDO 2014 tour? the guys have teamed up with their our pals at FasterLouder … Continue reading Big Day Out Announce The Return Of The Red Bull No Noise Nightclub

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Fortay – MMM Official Video + Syd Album Launch

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Fortay has taken the country by surprise with new album Living Proof is out now through At Large Productions and Obese Distribution. The first single from the album Chasing the Tail features the one and only Snoop Dogg, a friend of Fortay’s. The production is by DJ L.T., Snoop’s long-time tour DJ. A brand new video clip has been released from Living Proof for the track titled MMM. MMM is a hard hitting venomous track with a strong sting delivered by L.T. on the beat. The video was directed by Tycotic. Living Proof features Kerser, 2Furious, Hed UDB and more.  Fortay’s Living Proof Album … Continue reading Fortay – MMM Official Video + Syd Album Launch