Diafrix – Rest Assured

Rest Assured is the sublime comeback single from Diafrix, a serene and refreshing return for the Melbourne duo. Coming off a guest-heavy second album (2012’s acclaimed Pocket Full Of Dreams), Rest Assured is entirely self-produced and performed, relying heavily on the duo’s core strengths – poignant storytelling, aspirational ideals, warm, melodic hip-hop production and soulful undertones. Momo’s heartfelt vocal appearance on the song’s hook best demonstrates the latter. A wonderful new start for one of Australia’s most interesting groups. Rest Assured is available now.  Purchase  ||  Facebook  ||  Twitter Continue reading Diafrix – Rest Assured

Never Settle – Writer’s Block

Writers Block is the debut album from emcee/ producer Never Settle of the DVS CREW. Originally completed in 2008 many of the tracks have been re-made or remixed for this 2013 release through Obese Distribution. The album is essentially a collection of the better songs that were recorded while he was still teaching him self how to produce beats and write versus. Most of the album is produced and preformed entirely by Never Settle except track 10, The Inner Strength which features a verse from fellow DVS Crew member Quick Smart and track 13, Numerous Grams which was produced by Musk. The album … Continue reading Never Settle – Writer’s Block

Enflux – Shovel In Hand

Enflux originally from the New England region of NSW, is now a new addition to the Boomtown scene and has just released a follow up to his The Discovery EP titled Shovel In Hand. The new EP features Alisa Fedele, Context, eMCYTe, Tycotic, Nix, Davie Darko, C A M, and Mitchell James. Shovel In Hand has been totally produced, mixed and mastered by Mitchell James. Enflux will spend the next year promoting his brand new EP. He is currently writing his first full length album as well as a short mixtape that will proceed the upcoming album, just to keep them ears … Continue reading Enflux – Shovel In Hand

Sirgin – One Love

Western Australian MC and producer Sirgin Supadi, is now taking the independent approach for his album release under his label Diligent Records. The album, entitled One Love, is scheduled to hit online stores on October 19th, and is produced in full by Sirgin. Sirgin spent his childhood exploring different instruments. Throughout high school, he wrote songs regularly and played as lead guitarist in a band which was given the chance to support Karnivool at a youth festival in Perth. Moving to the United States temporarily, and residing there for 2 years, he witnessed first-hand, the lifestyle that is quite often … Continue reading Sirgin – One Love

DJ Keen & Timmy Strikez – The Tinder

Kut Paste Records are proud to present the debut full-length masterpiece DJ Keen & Timmy Strikez – The Tinder. Available on CD only in all good record stores nationwide, and at the Kut Paste Web Store. The Tinder features Volkoff, Timmy Strikez, DJ Keen, Jwaters, and MC Rotheee. Guests that added to the fire include Keith Murray (Def Squad), Jake Biz (750 Rebels), MCRotheee, Dwizofoz, Toddy Darko, Dliver, Edy Brock, Fowl Mouth, Tuns & Kidwiz. DJ Keen & Timmy Strikez, launched their new album at the R.A. the Rugged Man Brisbane Show on September 13 at the Transcontinental Hotel. Official … Continue reading DJ Keen & Timmy Strikez – The Tinder

Rodney P – Success feat. Harleighblu & Renegade Brass Band

Vibrant, catchy, gritty yet smooth, Success is a brass-heavy, R‘n’B-inflected hip hop cut with all the hallmarks of a future classic. One of a handful of collaborative endeavours between the revered London Posse rapper Rodney P and the young, up and coming soul singer Harleighblu, and showcases the magic that happens when these two talents merge. In a welcome return for the inimitable London flow of Rodney P aka Riddimkilla, Success sees the industry veteran dispatching the haters, with a brilliantly unshakable chorus brought to life by Harleighblu’s charismatic caramel tones; the track resembling a crash course from master to protégé in … Continue reading Rodney P – Success feat. Harleighblu & Renegade Brass Band

Purpose – If The City Had A Voice Pt. 4 Coming Soon

MC Purpose last week announced that If The City Had A Voice Pt. 4 is coming out on October 24th as a free download from his new site ifthecityhadavoice.com and has recently leaked a brand new song titled ‘Falcy‘. If The City Had A Voice Pt. 4 features Creo, Madness (USA), Prime, Motive, Mr Hill, Bitter Belief, Rob Shaker & Emily. Purpose is recognized not only as a rapper, but as a killer producer with a diverse and fresh sound. His on-point, energetic live show has already toured the country extensively, gathering even more steam since the release of his … Continue reading Purpose – If The City Had A Voice Pt. 4 Coming Soon

Calski – Eyes And Ears EP Out Now

Eyes And Ears is MC/producer Calski’s second release through Look Up Records. It follows the debut album Love Drive Commission which scored a place as album of the week on triple j’s hip-hop show. The 5 track EP is a bold blend of social commentary and straight up flexing, addressing issue’s relevant to all Australians and some particular to the national Hip Hop community. “Calski won’t stop. He is sonically deep, lyrically honest and brutally disciplined. So act like you know and peep the production or check the discography in 15 years and ask yourself how you missed him.” DJ … Continue reading Calski – Eyes And Ears EP Out Now

Jimblah’s Phoenix Out Now!

Phoenix is Jimblah’s first album on Elefant Traks, and one of the most powerful records released in the label’s 15-year history. Single-minded in its focus on a modern Indigenous experience, Phoenix is devastating for its beauty and harrowing insights.The pacing and narrative transform a collection of songs into life size revelations as Jimblah shows how potent hip hop can be as a vehicle for calling it like it is. “I dedicate this to my people. We have an enduring struggle, and many wish to turn a blind eye. I think we can often forget how strong we actually are. We’ve been thrown into the … Continue reading Jimblah’s Phoenix Out Now!

REMi – Saggin (Jesse Pinkman Remix)

REMi’s team, made up of producers Sensible J and Dutch have just released the most hectic remix of their track Saggin, and they want your seal of approval (in the form of a share, Like or RT). Saggin (Jesse Pinkman Methmix) is available now as a free download below. Saggin was originally released on REMi’s free album released earlier in the year titled FYG – ACT:1. You can also catch REMi performing on Friday, October the 25th with Grey Ghost in Support @ Northcote Social Club, Northcote Victoria. Bandcamp  ||  Facebook  ||  Twitter Continue reading REMi – Saggin (Jesse Pinkman Remix)

Crash Hot – High In The Friendly Sky

Crash Hot is a 3 piece Hip Hop/Rap group from Sydney, Australia. High in the Friendly Sky is their debut album, (available here). The first singles released from the album, ‘Yours Truly (Stupid As F*ck)’ and ‘Window Down’ have received airplay on triple j and various community radio stations. Both tracks have been featured as part of Amrap’s AirIt initiative that distributes contemporary Australian music to community broadcasters. The first wave of the post Hip Hop generation has reached maturity and things sound different. Combining samples, live instrumentation, raps and whatever other ingredients happened to be accessible in the studio, ‘High … Continue reading Crash Hot – High In The Friendly Sky

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

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

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