You Know the Song,’ featuring label mate Maggot Mouf, is shrouded in a night-creeping prickle on the back of the neck atmosphere. A spooky cello meanders through blurry, insistent bass and sprinkled arsenic glints across swiped rough cuts courtesy of No Name Nathan, while Ciecmate and Maggot brood over the machinations of modern Babylon. Produced and Directed by Ciecmate for Chess Sounds. Buy the album here. || Broken Tooth Entertainment Continue reading Ciecmate’s debut solo album ‘Game Over’ out April 18th, 2011

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Pegz – Drama (April 8th, pre-order now!)

April 4, 2011 Jim Steps

Rising from a self-imposed hiatus, one of Australian hip hop’s hardest hitting artists returns to the recording fold with his brand new album Drama. With rhymes like ransom letters, the latest is an unrelenting, no-holds barred assault on politics, global issues, Australian life and hip hop. Like the unmistakable voice, Pegz is never one to hold back with the fire, all while maintaining a humorous streak of clever lyricism and biting commentary. From the opening calling card of Capital P to the Brazilian-influenced flavour of the first single Bombs Away, Drama continues the legacy of the Capricorn Cat by pouring … Continue reading Pegz – Drama (April 8th, pre-order now!)

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MC/Producer Koolta Wins The 2011 Hilltop Hoods Initiative

April 4, 2011 Jim Steps

Emerging South Australian Hip Hop artist Koolta has been announced as the winner of the 2011 Hilltop Hoods Initiative. Kultar Ahluwalia, aka Koolta, is a 22yo South Australian MC/Producer. With an all-round skill set, Koolta employs a DIY mentality, handling all his own production, writing, recording and mixing. Making music since the age of 15, Koolta has shared the stage with such artists as Urthboy, Drapht, Funkoars, Foreign Beggars and C Rayz Walz.   Koolta receives $10,000 from Hilltop Hoods and APRA to release and promote his debut LP. He also receives a prize pack valued at $1000 from DC clothing … Continue reading MC/Producer Koolta Wins The 2011 Hilltop Hoods Initiative

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Drapht – The Life of Riley: Drops April 1 + Download ‘On & On’ for FREE

March 31, 2011March 31, 2011 Jim Steps

Triple J, Drapht,The Ayems Records and Fidelity Corporation are incredibly proud and happy to announce the release of Drapht’s new studio album The Life of Riley, as well as the tour to launch said album around the nation. It’s been a long time coming and a hell of a process but we assure you, The Life of Riley has been worth the wait. To quote the man himself, “Never in my life have I put so much time and energy into one single thing. Mentally, the making of this album broke me and drove me to the brink of insanity … Continue reading Drapht – The Life of Riley: Drops April 1 + Download ‘On & On’ for FREE

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Joelistics – Days: First single from the new Joelistics album “Voyager” (May 6)

March 30, 2011March 30, 2011 Jim Steps

Joelistics first single Days is an uplifting post-travel come down jam. A celebration of doing what you love, only truly realised once it’s questioned. Days, with its shoegazer backdrop and heartfelt lyrics, is not an entirely reliable indicator of his upcoming debut Voyager, out May 6 on Elefant Traks. But like any great adventure the album has many twists and turns and this is just one of them. Days is available to download now from http://www.elefanttraks.com – pay what you want or below. Joelistics will be touring in support of The Herd in March/April: Tour Dates: Thurs March 31, The Cambridge, Newcastle … Continue reading Joelistics – Days: First single from the new Joelistics album “Voyager” (May 6)

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After Hours – Darker Days (Out Now)

March 24, 2011 Jim Steps

After Hours are back (after a long break) with their third release, an EP titled Darker Days. Avaiable now on itunes here, Darker Days is a departure from their earlier work – with a nastier, more evil sound. 11 tracks deep, packed with some serious heat – this is a release not to be slept on. Darker Days features the talents of Pohetikut (Southern Skeptics) as well as production from Trials (Funkoars), Newsense (Hospice Crew) and Debate (Train of Thought). CD Hard copies will be available in around 2 weeks with a possible vinyl pressing sometime after that. Check the … Continue reading After Hours – Darker Days (Out Now)

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Ciecmate – Game Over LP: New Exclusive Track ‘I Ain’t The One To Fuck With’

March 21, 2011March 21, 2011 Jim Steps

In the Immortal Game, there are few Grandmasters. They let their hands do the talking, issuing  challenges where skill meets skill and strategy becomes reality. To succeed, you have to have  knowledge and clarity: one false move and you’re lost. Ciecmate is in it for the long haul. His label, Broken Tooth Entertainment, is eighteen releases deep, each one another move in a coordinated plan of attack. Since BTE’s inception, Ciecmate has craftily built a stable of some of Australia’s most influential underground hip hop artists. A scene builder. It’s time for him to reveal the vision he’s been refining … Continue reading Ciecmate – Game Over LP: New Exclusive Track ‘I Ain’t The One To Fuck With’

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D’Opus & Roshambo – new album ‘Past Time’ out early April through Mercury Switch/Inertia

March 21, 2011March 21, 2011 Jim Steps

Canberra producer & emcee duo D’Opus & Roshambo have teamed up again to bring out their long-awaited second LP Past Time, which includes the promotional single Come Find Out featuring Chanel Cole. The album will be released on April 8 on Mercury Switch Lab through Inertia. The duo have drawn from a pool of Australian artists to collaborate on songs throughout Past Time, with Hau (Koolism), Muph (Muph & Plutonic), Dialectrix, Scott Burns, and Mdusu all contributing guest verses to the album. Chanel Cole, member of trip hop group Spook, provides her unique voice on the tracks Bring Happiness and Come … Continue reading D’Opus & Roshambo – new album ‘Past Time’ out early April through Mercury Switch/Inertia

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Joelistics – Heart Remains {New album ‘Voyager’ drops May 6}

March 18, 2011March 18, 2011 Jim Steps

With its nod to 90s electronica, Heart Remains captures the vivid lyricism of Joelistics’ debut solo album. This is not the first single – just a taste for you folks that have been waiting so long. The album is called Voyager and is released on Elefant Traks May 6th 2011. From his time with TZU, Joelistics is regarded as one of the most charismatic frontmen in hip hop, one of the best freestylers to have never battled; a true storyteller influenced by shoegazer electronica and folk as much as classic boom bap hip hop. Self-produced and written in France, Mongolia, … Continue reading Joelistics – Heart Remains {New album ‘Voyager’ drops May 6}

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Bitter Belief – Isolation (Out Now)

March 18, 2011 Jim Steps

The debut album from Perth MC Bitter Belief. Bitter B has been paying his dues over the last few years on mixtapes, guest spots and rocking stages all over the country, on his own and also touring with SBX’s Drapht. Bitter Belief was also a part of the recent album The Dragon Project with Tomahawk, Defyre and Rob Shaker. Who Would Want me Dead? (feat. Dazastah & Drapht) Isolation is his debut album, featuring production from the West’s best, Optamus, Dazastah, Rob Shaker and Creed Birch. Tracklisting: 1. Introduction 2. Who You Came To See 3. Move Back 4. Burning … Continue reading Bitter Belief – Isolation (Out Now)

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Bliss N Eso: 2ND Melbourne Show Announced for ROA tour! + WIN The VIP Treatment

March 17, 2011 Jim Steps

After an overwhelming response and the first show selling out, Bliss n Eso have announced a 2nd and final show at Melbourne’s Festival Hall on Saturday June 4th! This 2nd show will also feature an all-ages floor area, giving younger fans a chance to get even closer to the action. Tickets to the new show will be on sale at 9am on Monday March 28th to the public, however we’re giving you the first opportunity to get your hands on tickets before anyone else! An exclusive 24 hour pre-sale will take place from Thursday March 24 from 12 noon, to … Continue reading Bliss N Eso: 2ND Melbourne Show Announced for ROA tour! + WIN The VIP Treatment

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Purpose – If The City Had a Voice Pt. II [FREE DOWNLOAD (Out Now)]

March 16, 2011March 17, 2011 Jim Steps

Leading up to If The City Had a Voice II, Purpose has put out 5 releases both as solo and group efforts, toured the country and continued to grow both in and out of the studio as he honed his sound. This mixtape serves as a pre-cursor to his debut solo album Where It Starts Dropping Late 2011 It is a collaborative effort with DJ Hacksaw (Pagen Elypsis, Battlehoggs, Train of Thought) made up of a handful of original music with some beat-jacks thrown in for good measure. This release paints an avid picture of the new generation in Australian Hip-Hop music and … Continue reading Purpose – If The City Had a Voice Pt. II [FREE DOWNLOAD (Out Now)]

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Crymziko – Rewrite The Page: Debut single from forthcoming EP

March 15, 2011 Jim Steps

2010 was a big year for Wollongong based hip-hop artist, Crymziko. Starting off the year by releasing his heavily anticipated mixtape/promotional street release Corrosive Oversound, Crymziko went on to perform several shows around the country, both as a headline act and support act, playing alongside names such as Drapht, Downsyde, Illy, Pez, Spit Syndicate, Thundamentals, 360, Mind Over Matter, Skryptcha, Phatchance and more. The MC from the ‘Gong also supported international hip-hop acts Bone Thugs N Harmony (USA) and Scorcher (UK) on their respective tours of Australia. One of the tracks from Crymziko’s debut mixtape, “Badder Than Me”, reached success … Continue reading Crymziko – Rewrite The Page: Debut single from forthcoming EP

Independent

2010 Look-Back Series #4: Fubex – The Next Chapter

March 15, 2011 Jim Steps

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

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Zarkov – Australian Hip Hop: Are We Having Fun Yet (Out Now)

March 14, 2011March 14, 2011 Jim Steps

Zarkov is a 23 year old hip-hop producer from Sydney, Australia. His beats are heavy and electronic with influences ranging from Dub-Step across Wonky, Dirty South and Boom Bap. Zarkov is a member of the Tape Death collective: A group of beatsmiths on the vanguard of tomorrow’s Hip-Hop. Australian Hip Hop: Are We Having Fun Yet showcases some of his remix work from the past 3 years of a varied assortment of Australian and UK MCs. You will be able to hear more of Zarkov’s work on Purpose – If The City Had A Voice II release (out March 17). … Continue reading Zarkov – Australian Hip Hop: Are We Having Fun Yet (Out Now)

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Funkoars release Who’s Your Step Daddy? Re-Release & Instrumental version on iTunes

March 14, 2011March 15, 2011 Jim Steps

In 2003, four of Adelaide’s rawest mother f’ers released their debut full length album entitled Who’s Your Step Daddy to critical ridicule from pop culture and received ZERO commercial radio play. Why?…..Well when you combine a group of filthy blokes, a whole lot of alcohol, various ilicit substances, a gaggle of dirty birds and then translate that into the form Who’s Your Step Daddy, the reaction from the public could only be that of utter disgust. But somehow, this LP containing a dirty dozen of the rawest joints you ever heard in your life became an Aussie Hip-Hop classic and … Continue reading Funkoars release Who’s Your Step Daddy? Re-Release & Instrumental version on iTunes

Obese Records

Pegz announces massive 15 stop national ‘Bomb’s Away’ tour

March 14, 2011March 14, 2011 Jim Steps

Australian hip hop MC and CEO Pegz returns to the solo live scene with his first national tour in 3 years. Celebrating the release of his new album, Drama, Pegz will hit the road this May for a 16-date trek that will see him hit Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth alongside regional towns and cities across the country. Starting in Adelaide, the tour makes its way through Victorian territory before hitting the nation’s capital, down to New South Wales, around Queensland before heading out west for its final leg. Dialectrix will be supporting on all dates promoting his recent release … Continue reading Pegz announces massive 15 stop national ‘Bomb’s Away’ tour

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M-Phazes – Good Gracious Instrumentals & Acappellas – Out Now

March 14, 2011March 14, 2011 Jim Steps

Melbourne-based producer M-Phazes has released the instrumental version of his ARIA Award winning album Good Gracious. The album features the critically acclaimed production from the album, including instrumental versions of songs Goodbye Gravity, Where’s Elvis, For What It’s Worth and The Freak Show alongside selected acappellas. The digital-only release is now available on iTunes and features a special bonus Bass Invaders remix of the track That’s What We On feat. Nine High. M-Phazes will join Illy as they journey nationally for The Chase tour before heading to Austin, Texas to partake at this year’s SXSW Festival where M-Phazes will feature … Continue reading M-Phazes – Good Gracious Instrumentals & Acappellas – Out Now

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Class A MC Interview: Milkmen, Money & Music

March 10, 2011 Jim Steps

aahh: 2010 saw the release of your debut LP Me, Me, Me & Him, The Secret Life of a Receptionist. What so far has been the highlight of this journey? Class A MC: The highlight of the journey was seeing it out and in JB Hi Fi. That was a big goal for me- to get it in stores. It was a very long and arduous journey and to see it finished, packaged and ready for sale was an amazing feeling. After the visit to JB, we then went and drank champagne and ate lots of dumplings to celebrate. The … Continue reading Class A MC Interview: Milkmen, Money & Music

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Theory Of Face – Demz Sqidz (Out Now)

March 9, 2011March 9, 2011 Jim Steps

Theory Of Face is the name of Trials (Funkoars) and DJ Ad-Fu’s (Adroitt Effusive) psychedelic side project, born from their common love of stoner rock and spontaneity. Originally it started when the guys were playing guitar together for a laugh and it eventually spilt over into the studio. “We’re still pretty much just stumbling our way through learning our instruments at the moment so everything you hear under that banner is the bastard child produced at each session, start to finish, wrap up in a day and hopefully capture the moisty magic type shit”. – Trials The small record now available on … Continue reading Theory Of Face – Demz Sqidz (Out Now)

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Elefant Traks Welcome New Signing: Joelistics

March 9, 2011March 9, 2011 Jim Steps

Elefant Traks welcome new signing: Joelistics!! His debut solo album is called Voyager and it drops May 6. From his time with TZU, Joelistics is regarded as one of the most charismatic frontmen in hip hop, one of the best freestylers to have never battled; a true storyteller inﬂuenced by shoegazer electronica and folk as much as classic boom bap hip hop. Self-produced and written in France, Mongolia, China and Australia, Voyager taps into themes of travel, modern world paranoia and growing older. The ﬁrst single airs late March. Elefant Traks believe he’s got an absolutely cracking record on his hands and we tend … Continue reading Elefant Traks Welcome New Signing: Joelistics

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Mind Over Matter with DJ Ilz – Just Like Fireworks Album Tour with Coptic Soldier & Johnny Utah

March 7, 2011 Jim Steps

Launching their sophomore album Just Like Fireworks, Sydney’s Mind Over Matter announce their national Just Like Fireworks album tour through April/May. Following a massive single tour at the end of 2010, Mind Over Matter will be returning to the stage with a whole new live set and special guests including Coptic Soldier and Johnny Utah. Set for release on March 18th, Just Like Fireworks will be released through new label partners Other Tongues. With almost two albums worth of tracks on the one seventeen track long player, Just Like Fireworks is a generous offering from local Sydney duo MCs Willow … Continue reading Mind Over Matter with DJ Ilz – Just Like Fireworks Album Tour with Coptic Soldier & Johnny Utah

Soulmate Records

360 Presents: “Pay Attention – The 21 & Under Mixtape

March 7, 2011 Jim Steps

Calling all MC’s, singers or DJ’s who are 21 or under: 360 has decided to put together a free downloadable mixtape showcasing some young talent. 360 will host the mixtape and will also rap on a few songs. All you have to do is submit your music. Beats dont have to be original, you can rap/sing/do whatever-the-fuck over any instrumental you like. This won’t be sold so there are no legal issues involved. Feel free to rap over your mate playing an acoustic guitar, whatever.. be creative.. all styles welcome. 360 won’t be choosing artists who do similar music to himself, … Continue reading 360 Presents: “Pay Attention – The 21 & Under Mixtape

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Phatchance & Coptic Soldier Reach Capacity 3 Weeks Running @ Sydney’s Oxford Art Factory

March 7, 2011 Jim Steps

February saw solo artists Phatchance and Coptic Soldier reach capacity three weeks running at Sydney’s Oxford Art Factory as they launched their acoustic Hip-Hop EPs. The residency followed the release of both their lead singles that are currently receiving regular spot play on Triple J. In recognition of the release, Coptic Soldier was featured as a Triple J Unearthed spotlight artist and also in Triple J’s weekly podcast. The duo’s lead singles both feature Brisbane folk act Charlie Mayfair who flew down every week to support the residency. You can hear/download the singles below. Phatchance – Build It Up feat. … Continue reading Phatchance & Coptic Soldier Reach Capacity 3 Weeks Running @ Sydney’s Oxford Art Factory

Illusive Sounds

Bliss N Eso – Biggest ever national tour! The Running On Air Tour 2011

March 1, 2011 Jim Steps

It’s been speculated about for months, and now its official. Bliss N Eso are taking their explosive live show on the road for their biggest ever Australian tour. After what was without-doubt their biggest 12 months ever, with a #1 ARIA debut, a platinum album, international touring, headlining slots on some of the country’s biggest festivals and main stage Big Day Out performances that blew tens of thousands away. The trio are renowned for their spectacular audio-visual live experience that has set a new benchmark in the genre, and they promise that this will be their biggest and best tour … Continue reading Bliss N Eso – Biggest ever national tour! The Running On Air Tour 2011

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2010 Look-Back Series #3: Mixed Alliance

February 28, 2011March 1, 2011 Jim Steps

Born and raised on the busy streets of Burn City, Matte Blac and Paddy G have fused a passion for Hip Hop and Funk Rhythms and together have formed Mixed Alliance. By blending these two music genres, they have created a unique take on the Hip Hop sound you may be use to. From humble beginnings as early as 2000, Mixed Alliance have transformed from a four man crew to the current duo. Constantly crafting their sound, and perfecting each and every rhyme, their aim is to make each song special shown through a love for Funk, Soul and Hip … Continue reading 2010 Look-Back Series #3: Mixed Alliance

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Plutonic & G Love’s “Vibin’ Survivin'” video

February 22, 2011 Jim Steps

Shot over a long day at the sold out Melbourne show, Vibin Survivin’ captured the respect between everyone involved in making this album & tour happen. Plutonic & G-Love present the brand new clip taken from the LP Moonshine Lemonade for the track Vibin’ Survivin’ Vibin’ Survivin’ – please let Triple J know you wanna hear this song! Online or text 19757555 or call 1300 0555 36 (much appreciated!!) Plutonic & G-Love’s Moonshine Lemonade instores and iTunes now. After some initial teething problems with iTunes – the album is now available! Sorry for the delay – this problem was out of … Continue reading Plutonic & G Love’s “Vibin’ Survivin’” video

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2010 Look Back #2: NJE – ‘Fall Back’ Video Clip and free download

February 22, 2011 Jim Steps

Fall Back is the 3rd video taken from NJE’s 2010 release From The Outside Looking In. The clip for Fall Back was shot in late December and was directed by Avene who shot NJE’s last video Blackout as well as vids by the likes of Tycotic & 2Loco. NJE’s 2010 album From The Outside Looking In features Mind Over Matter, Torcha, Phatchance, Danny Boy (2PAC’s former singer), Unda Dwella & Untaymable.If your interested in a copy hit up NJE on facebook via his fan page here. NJE has a thrown up a copy of Fall Back for free download, you can … Continue reading 2010 Look Back #2: NJE – ‘Fall Back’ Video Clip and free download

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DJ Skae’s A-List [Out Now]

February 22, 2011 Jim Steps

DJ Skae’s – A-List, a compilation of Hip Hop’s finest, dropped on February 18th 2011 through Green Distribution (MGM). It will be available at your local independent hip hop store as well as JBHi-Fi’s, Sanity etc. After dropping DJ Skae’s Guestlist just about a year ago, DJ Skae is back with another killer compilation album, DJ Skae’s A-List. This time Skae has chosen artists from around the country to submit songs for this compilation and Australia’s finest hip hop artists have delivered some heat. With artists from each state, Fluent Form (VIC), Draz (TAS) , D’Opus & Ro’Shambo (ACT), Torcha & … Continue reading DJ Skae’s A-List [Out Now]

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The Psyde Projects – Album launch

February 22, 2011 Jim Steps

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