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Paces – The Pact EP

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Brown Bear Entertainment is proud to announce Gold Coast beat-maker Paces debut release The Pact, with title single featuring Chela, out now on groundbreaking US label Symbols and The Pact Australian tour locked in for August.  With the preview of The Pact EP clocking up a massive 10,000 plays in 10 days, there is more great news from Paces today with his debut EP out now on iTunes | Beatport | Juno and a 6-date national tour announced for August! Hitting the coolest venues around the country, The Pact Tour will feature Paces in full live mode (Ableton, MPD, drum pads) … Continue reading Paces – The Pact EP

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El-P + Killer Mike = Run The Jewels

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El-P and Killer Mike announced their Run The Jewels collab with a snippet of Banana Clipper way back in April, then watched their joint LP quickly become the most anticipated rap record this season.  Killer Mike and El-P’s free joint album under the name Run The Jewels is due June 26 via Fool’s Gold. Now, they’ve shared the album’s tracklist and cover art. It features the previously shared tracks Get It, Banana Clipper feat. Big Boi, and 36″ Chain, plus features from Prince Paul and Until The Ribbon Breaks. Check out the unedited version of 36″ Chain below. Track list: 01 Run the Jewels 02 Banana … Continue reading El-P + Killer Mike = Run The Jewels

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Australian Tour: Jehst & M-Phazes

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One of the UK’s finest lyricists & Australia’s best producers are coming together this July to put the finishing touches on their brand new collaborative album. At the end of July Jehst & M-Phazes will come up for air to perform a select group of shows to showcase a handful of their new tracks as well as a gang of classic Jehst & M-Phazes material! British born lyricist & producer, Jehst, is widely recognized as one of the most influential hip hop artists in his homeland. With a captivating stage presence to match hisstudio persona, the self-styled High Plains Drifter … Continue reading Australian Tour: Jehst & M-Phazes

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Grey Ghost – The Elixir

Jim Steps

Grey Ghost is a talented musician, filmmaker and graphic artist who has made his mark over several mediums and under seveal names. Starting his music career under the moniker Jeremedy in much-loved Melbourne beat experimentalists The Melodics, his style has snowballed over the past five years, evolving into what is now Grey Ghost. A triumphant follow up to his debut self titled EP from 2012, The Elixir EP is a robust mix of experimental hip hop and the next evolutionary step forward in Grey Ghost’s career. To bring together this collection of stylistically complex songs, Grey Ghost enlisted producers Jan Skubiszeweski … Continue reading Grey Ghost – The Elixir

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New Music: Mac Miller Watching Movies With The Sound Off

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In a blossoming hip-hop hotbed of talent, Malcolm “Mac Miller” McCormick has arrived as the latest superstar 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 multitalented musician who can play numerous instruments and a young novice of the freestyle/cipher/battle circuit of his hometown, Mac paved his way to superstardom in his blue-collar hometown for years. Born in 1992, Mac taught himself to play piano, drums, guitar, and bass by the age of 6. Then, after learning to compose songs in a variety … Continue reading New Music: Mac Miller Watching Movies With The Sound Off

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Freddie Gibbs – ESGN

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One of the most proficient gangster rappers in today’s game, Freddie Gibbs’ upcoming album ESGN leaked a few days ago after someone hacked into the computers of the project’s distributor, Empire, while they were migrating servers to a securer network. ESGN was originally slated for a July 9th release. To combat the leak, Freddie Gibbs has released the album early, both as a streaming preview and an iTunes download. The new LP ESGN (Evil Seeds Grow Naturally) features a whole host of new material, with guests including Jay Rock, G-Wiz and Daz Dilinger. ESGN marks Gibbs’ first official solo album release since 2011′s … Continue reading Freddie Gibbs – ESGN

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Vanessa Elisha – Don’t Go EP

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In the last few months, 22 year old Australian writer/singer Vanessa Elisha, has gone from self proclaimed “unlikely R&B star” to 2013’s one to watch.
 Her debut release, Blur found its way onto playlists and iPhones across the world, with the self-edited video teaser amassing over 40,000 views. Reuniting with production partner GXVXNS, Vanessa quickly followed up with the video for Home To Me, and attracted the attention of a whole new legion of supporters. After spending the following months fine-tuning the project, Vanessa released her EP Don’t Go. The 5 Track offering premiered on the front page of Jermaine Dupri’s … Continue reading Vanessa Elisha – Don’t Go EP

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Hottest 100 Of 20 Years: #4 Hilltop Hoods – The Nosebleed Section

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Triple j recently held a “Hottest 100 Countdown” that allowed voters to choose their favourites from songs from the past 20 years of JJJ airplay. Held over two days the national countdown included artists such as Beastie Boys and more. With such a diverse list of national and international talent competing for placement in the 100 the Hilltop Hoods are incredibly proud that The Nosebleed Section secured the #4 place making them the highest placed Australian artist in the entire countdown. Hilltop Hoods would like to thank everyone for voting and for their continual support of a song that opened a lot … Continue reading Hottest 100 Of 20 Years: #4 Hilltop Hoods – The Nosebleed Section

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RevFilmFest13 – Hunter: For The Record

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Periscope Pictures Pty Ltd is delighted to announce that its feature-length music documentary Hunter: For The Record, will make its festival debut at the 2013 Revelation International Film Festival (RevFilmFest13) – in its hometown of Perth, Western Australia. Hunter: For The Record is a music documentary like no other. It is a raw tale of redemption and fatherhood, musical fanaticism and courage in the face of adversity. The film was made possible by the Australian Hip Hop community who got behind the team’s crowdfunding campaign, with additional funds provided by ScreenWest and Lotterywest. This documentary tells the tale of Hunter who was … Continue reading RevFilmFest13 – Hunter: For The Record

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Kanye West – Yeezus

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Kanye recently rained hellfire on late night audiences – he debuted New Slaves and Black Skinhead on Saturday Night Live on May 18 with the force of a bomb, performing the two songs from his forthcoming album with the sort of aplomb and production value that the show hasn’t felt since … well, probably the last time West visited. In a typically innovative move, Kanye West has projected full-length visuals of New Slaves and Black Skinhead on over 66 buildings scattered around the globe. Both songs denote a stark creative shift for the superstar rapper: marked by corrosive drums, a frantic flow and primal … Continue reading Kanye West – Yeezus

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Mr. Ruckman – The Born-Again Humanist

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One of the more impressive organisms to have emerged from the primordial soup is the KadusRuckmanopolis, an intimidating and cumbersome species of Australian rapper who has evolved a higher form of lyricism. He can be found either shattering his opponents self-worth, as well as future prospects of mating, or fertilising recording studios with rhymes more potent then a red kangaroos penis. His purposes can be as noble as the telling of a story, to as narcissistic as promoting his own insanity, if he has not already dissolved into delusions of grandeur about his average-sized genitalia. Emerging triumphantly from where his … Continue reading Mr. Ruckman – The Born-Again Humanist

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Dylan Joel – The Cool Kids

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Dylan Joel continues his meteoric rise this year following the success of his 2012 EP Kid Illin‘ which saw his breakthrough single Leveled receive solid rotation on triple j and won him triple j’s “Pyramid Rock” Unearthed competition. His new mixtape That’s Good is scheduled for release on Friday 5th of July, 2013 and promises to be his best work to date showcasing Dylan’s progression as a burgeoning Australian MC. Head over to dylanjoel.com and register to receive a free copy of “That’s Good” 24 hours before it’s scheduled release date! That’s Good is entirely produced by Canadian producer Otis Grey. The 2nd single from … Continue reading Dylan Joel – The Cool Kids

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Cam Gilmour – A Bellyful Of Classics

Jim Steps

Cam Gilmour is a musician and writer based in Melbourne. Growing up in country Victoria, he moved to Melbourne in 2006 and joined alternative band Behind Crimson Eyes – as their drummer. The band was signed to Roadrunner Records and went on to release two albums (A Revelation for Despair and Behind Crimson Eyes – Self-Titled), which sold over 25,000 copies nation wide. The band toured extensively during this period, playing festivals including triple j’s One Night Stand, Big Day Out, Homebake and Soundwave. In 2009, Cam parted ways with the band to pursue a solo project, which evolved into … Continue reading Cam Gilmour – A Bellyful Of Classics

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Savilian – Feels Like Now

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Feels Like Now is the forthcoming debut EP from rapper, Savilian. The lead track Blinded is available here as a free download. This latest release is the natural progression from his 2012 Mixtape Kid or Koncept that showcased his style and ability astride several massive cuts from some of the worlds hip-hop giants. Feels Like Now has six super-funky, sweaty, soul songs in an electro/hip-hop style. Featuring massive, heart-bursting choruses and even smoldering intimate jazz poetry, that gives an insight into the man behind the flow. He’s bright, shiny, eternally optimistic, and ludicrously happy, irrepressibly on the bleeding edge of the positive. His infectious … Continue reading Savilian – Feels Like Now

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New Music: Sapient – Slump

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If Feist and Ratatat had a son who ate John Lennon’s corpse to gain immortality, then you might be able to imagine a bit of the sounds coming off of rising beat hustler, indie rapper and singer, Sapient’s new album, Slump. Born out of frustration of the current sounds of hip hop, he likens the listening experience to “a more musical sibling to indie hip hop. You could think of it as a more functional little brother, who learned from his elder brother’s mistakes.” Not that he considers any of his past 11 solo albums that he’s been cranking out … Continue reading New Music: Sapient – Slump

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Sid Pattni – Mr Alpha feat. Whiskey Winter

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London-born, Kenya-raised and Perth-based – internationally recognised and well-hyphenated producer Sid Pattni has just released his highly anticipated follow up single Mr Alpha feat. Whisky Winter. Having his humble beginnings on the flipside of the mixing desk, Sid was known in the industry as one of the best drummers around. It was a severe injury in ‘09 that forced Sid to give up the high hats, instructed by doctors that he would lose all function in his arm and never drum again. Sid began a yearlong hiatus teaching himself piano as a means of physical therapy. Piano playing quickly turned … Continue reading Sid Pattni – Mr Alpha feat. Whiskey Winter

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Svelt – Free Party EP

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Free Party is the brand new release for Sydney live beats band Svelt. The EP represents a cherry picked selection of their best live tunes of the last year. Recording this EP was a matter of distilling an immense back catalogue into a representative and cohesive selection of tracks. Rapaport has gone MAD!!!! He has been locked up in an asylum and to kill time on the inside, has teamed up imagined live electronic Band Svelt and put on a cell party. Lifted from Free Party, this is the brand new film clip for the track Madhouse, directed by Maia … Continue reading Svelt – Free Party EP

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Jackie Onassis back from London

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Jackie Onassis were one of the stand out highlights at this years Great Escape Festival in Brighton. Opening with a midnight slot at the premier Green Door Stage followed with a packed afternoon slot at Concorde 2. With BBC Radio 1 support already in place Jackie Onassis were one of the “Buzz bands” in Brighton, So no surprise when they were asked by Organisers to play an unprecedented 3rd Encore set on the festival outdoor stage on Sunday night to close out this years festival. Coming hot off the back of a UK run of 8 shows in 6 days including … Continue reading Jackie Onassis back from London

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New Music: Mute X Roleo EP

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On Friday, May 17th Big Village proudly released the debut EP from Mute X Roleo, a brand new collaboration between the Daily Meds‘ revered producer Roleo and Reverse Polarities front-man Mute MC. Mute X Roleo as a project began as recently as late 2012, with the two finishing the writing and recordings that would become the 5 track EP within a month. The two artists display a range of eclectic influence on the album; from the experimental No Hope; with its electronic beats and abstract lyricism, to the pop mentalities of Release; featuring intimate lyrics and a beautiful chorus sung by … Continue reading New Music: Mute X Roleo EP

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Dylan Joel – Yep (Prod. Otis Grey)

Jim Steps

Dylan Joel continues his meteoric rise this year following the success of his 2012 EP Kid Illin‘ which saw his breakthrough single Leveled receive solid rotation on triple j and won him triple j’s “Pyramid Rock” Unearthed competition. His new mixtape That’s Good is scheduled for release on Friday 5th of July, 2013 and promises to be his best work to date showcasing Dylan’s progression as a burgeoning Australian MC. Undeniable proof of Dylan’s progression on That’s Good comes from his track Yep which sees Dylan delivering flawless double time lyrics at break-neck speed over the thumping drums and driving sax sample courtesy of Canadian … Continue reading Dylan Joel – Yep (Prod. Otis Grey)

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Jehst – G.A.M.E.O.V.E.R.

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Often an artists biography is full of buzz-words, wildly sweeping statements & unabashed claims of influencing a generation or changing the face of their chosen genre. Very few can say it with the conviction and sincerity of British born lyricist & producer Jehst. 2011 saw Jehst in the spotlight with his last album The Dragon Of An Ordinary Family. The lead single Starting Over was a talking point with it’s iconic video and viral campaign, there was also an intiment album launch party which was held at London’s prestigious Fabric. Jehst is back once again in 2013 with a brand new … Continue reading Jehst – G.A.M.E.O.V.E.R.

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Joey Bada$$ – Summer Knights

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Joey Bada$$ will release his latest project Summer Knights which was first slated as an EP, set with a June release date. The title takes its name from the Chuck Strangers produced song from Joey’s 2012 mixtape, 1999. The project has now been confirmed as a long-format project, not an EP. The 18-year old will embark on the Under The Influence tour alongside Wiz Khalifa, A$AP Rocky, Trinidad James, B.o.B and more throughout this American summer. Before the tour, which kicks off on July 17, Joey Bada$$ will  stop through a handful of festivals including Bumbershoot, Summer Jam, Roots Picnic, and Rock … Continue reading Joey Bada$$ – Summer Knights

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El-P + Killer Mike = Run The Jewels

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El-P and Killer Mike announced their Run The Jewels collab with a snippet of Banana Clipper way back in April, then watched their joint LP quickly become the most anticipated rap record this season.  The dynamic duo keeps fans excited with the full version of Banana Clipper – complete with a closing verse from ATL legend Big Boi. Banana Clipper is now the second full track to be released from the album. Download the track below, check out some footage of El, Mike, and Big recording Banana Clipper together at Nick Hook’s studio in Brooklyn. Stay tuned for the free album download and deluxe 2xLP vinyl … Continue reading El-P + Killer Mike = Run The Jewels

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Aasim – Walking On The Stars

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They say real bad boys move in silence. Aasim is no exception to this rule. Already making waves through out New York’s underground circuit, Aasim has been quietly positioning himself to become a leader of rap’s new generation. And it’s about to pay off. Aasim first began rapping at the age of 12 and signed to Loud Records at age 17, learning the craft from masters of the game such as Big Pun and Dead Prez. Eventually the deal fell through, having never released any material through the label. Grind Music soon became his home but in 2004 Puff Daddy … Continue reading Aasim – Walking On The Stars

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Blitz The Ambassador – Dikembe!

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Born and raised in Accra, Ghana, Blitz The Ambassador grew up to the sounds of Afro-Beat, Highlife, Jazz, and Motown. But when his older brother introduced him to Public Enemy’s classic album, It Takes A Nation of Millions To Hold Us Back, as a young boy, he was changed forever. Now residing in NYC, Blitz began to record, stereotype, a live-instrument-heavy musical exploration, that tests the limits of hip hop. Blitz The Ambassador is currently working on this new album Afropolitan Dreams which will be released later this year. In the meantime, we have a little track to hold you over, it’s not … Continue reading Blitz The Ambassador – Dikembe!

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Masta Ace – ‘I Did It’ Official Video + Australian Tour Dates

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The second video from Masta Ace’s MA_DOOM Son Of Yvonne has finally been released. I Did It features classic video clips from his illustrious career. In the song Ace lists the many reasons he got involved in hip hop and the music business. He expresses in the first verse all the reasons why he did it; some of his motivations and influences. As the listener starts to get the idea that Ace is summing up his career, the 2nd verse lists the reasons he is still doing it. He shouts out some of the local New York teams, the tri-state area, … Continue reading Masta Ace – ‘I Did It’ Official Video + Australian Tour Dates

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Interview LWP 003: Doc Felix Travelling In ‘The Right Direction’

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Little Wonder Productions is a hip-hop, funk & soul label involved in the production, manufacturing and distribution of it’s products on various audio formats. Doc Felix’s latest release is a 10″ vinyl piece featuring South Australian MC Dialect. The Right Direction 10″ is available now.  aahh: Tell us a bit about the philosophy behind Little Wonder Productions, the label in general and your role in the whole show? Doc Felix: Well I started Little Wonder Productions firstly as a production company (term used loosely) to release my own stuff but with a view to release music from other like-minded artists. … Continue reading Interview LWP 003: Doc Felix Travelling In ‘The Right Direction’

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Ngaiire – Around

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Anticipation for Ngaiire’s debut LP Lamentations is rapidly building in the wake of first single Dirty Hercules, the fierce song that propelled the diminutive Sydney-via-Papua New Guinea artist around the nation during March and April. Now, the formidable creative force – and face of future soul in Australia – is proud to announce the release of second single Around – a piece of music that once again represents Ngaiire’s unique diversity, taste and extraordinary talent. Around muses upon the appeal of having someone fight for you, delving into the relentless push and pull of relationships when one shoulders more than the other. It deconstructs love … Continue reading Ngaiire – Around

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Nekta & Flush – Common Wealth

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From the underground hip hop group Window Down, Nekta & Flush lock pens and embark on a long overdue project. Common Wealth, the name of this album, comprises of 15 straight up hip hop tracks, which extends the barriers of written words. From concept driven themes, to raw punch line bangers, the two emcee’s have brought it together to give homage to their roots as well as a fresh new chapter of hip hop for this country’s ears to bounce their heads to. Nekta & Flush: Bringing explicit illness in the form of rap music, Common Wealth drops 07.06.2013 Facebook  ||  Purchase  … Continue reading Nekta & Flush – Common Wealth

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Frank Ocean – Announcing Debut Australian Headline Sideshows

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2012’s biggest breakthrough artist, Grammy winner Frank Ocean will hit the stage for his very first Australian headline shows in Sydney and Melbourne this July, following the announcement of his headline appearance at Splendour In The Grass. Tickets for both shows go on sale at 10am, Thursday June 6. My Live Nation Members and Niche Newsletter Subscribers can be among the first to secure ticket during the members’ pre-sale beginning 4pm this Tuesday, June 4. Sign up  here or here. In 2012 Ocean delivered his highly acclaimed, five-star debut studio album, Channel Orange (Def Jam/Universal Music Australia), which debuted at … Continue reading Frank Ocean – Announcing Debut Australian Headline Sideshows