Tag: Australian Hip Hop releases

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I Forget, Sorry! – Mind Over Matter: Free single download from new album ‘Just Like Fireworks’

Jim Steps

Mind Over Matter are set to explode with their fittingly titled sophomore album Just Like Fireworks. March 18th marks the release date from this cracker of an album. Be sure to keep an eye out for this one. Kicking things off in late 2010 with the debut single release Rappers In Wonderland, which was added to playlist on Triple J and community radio tastemakers, FBi. The new seventeen track long player is host to a melody of original and sample based beats which features a list of talented guest vocalist including; Pigeon John (US), Vida-Sunshyne, Saving Grace, Drakezilla, Jon Reichardt, … Continue reading I Forget, Sorry! – Mind Over Matter: Free single download from new album ‘Just Like Fireworks’

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Aphsub – A Taste Of The Crust (Free Download)

Jim Steps

Sevva, Sublime and Perennial are the three piece hiphop group APHSUB, formed back in 2001 in Adelaide, South Australia. They have recently released the online EP A Taste of the Crust and are set to release their debut album The Crust in the coming months. It details the working week of a typical Australian lower-middle class earner with all the ups and downs and hilarity that should come with it. Featuring artists on this album include Evan the Evolve, DJ Sercut (Formerly DJ Hacksaw) and Koncept. Koncept is from the New York based group Brown Bag Allstars and came down … Continue reading Aphsub – A Taste Of The Crust (Free Download)

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The Herd Mark 10 Years With New Single & Tour

Jim Steps

Celebrating 10 years since their debut, The Herd perform their first live shows in two years this autumn. Their first single Sum Of It All drops in March from their fifth album, due August 2011. The Herd are a culturally diverse expression of modern Australia, but they bring with them that grand Aussie tradition of storytellers ready and willing to question authority. If you’ve seen them live, you’ll also be familiar with their ability to laugh at themselves and bring the whole crowd together. Witness the heart of Elefant Traks live on stage this April. The Herd will be joined by special … Continue reading The Herd Mark 10 Years With New Single & Tour

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2010 Look-Back Series #1: “Koolta – The Deportation EP”

Jim Steps

Koolta is a 21 year old mc and producer hailing from the Adelaide Hills. In the last few years Koolta has contributed production and vocals on various local releases, such as K21’s – The Greenhouse compilation. In 2008 and 2009, Koolta shared the stage with K21 and DJ PT for a stack of shows around the country supporting the likes of the Funkoars, Drapht, Pegz, Vents, Terra Firma and C Rayz Walz. 2010 saw Koolta release his debut effort The Deportation EP. This 8 track EP written and produced entirely by Koolta is an impressive debut from this upcoming all-rounder. … Continue reading 2010 Look-Back Series #1: “Koolta – The Deportation EP”

Elefant Tracks

Elefant Traks and Select Music present ‘An Evening with Ozi Batla’

Jim Steps

Ozi Batla, the hip hop troubadour, farewells his latest project with four intimate shows in March. A prolific recording and touring artist, his 2010 LP Wild Colonial landed nominations for an AIR Award and a SMAC (FBi Radio) Award; whilst Sydney Morning Herald listed him in their Best Hip Hop of 2010. On stage is where everything makes sense for Ozi Batla – years of prowling the groggy carpet between the turntables and the foldback have left him unshakably solid on the mic. This is the final chance to see him in solo mode in 2011. Fri 4 Mar – Cambridge … Continue reading Elefant Traks and Select Music present ‘An Evening with Ozi Batla’

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Ishu presents the new single “World Domination feat. Elf Tranzporter”

Jim Steps

Following the successful release of his album A World in Progress and single Progress feat. Mantra, Ishu is releasing a second single titled World Domination feat. Elf Tranzporter. An up-tempo hip hop tune driven by regal horns and dramatic strings, with the highly skilled veteran Elf Tranzporter on the mic. Elf Tranzporter, well known for his politically charged lyricism both solo and as part of the Melbourne hip hop outfit Combat Wombat, delves into events and ethical issues in the pharmaceutical industry and conniving corporate takeover strategies. Much like the rest of the album, World Domination feat. Elf Tranzporter was … Continue reading Ishu presents the new single “World Domination feat. Elf Tranzporter”

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Coptic Soldier- The Sound of Wings 2 (Acoustic) Out Feb 18th

Jim Steps

Coptic Soldier has gone from strength to strength over the past year, his debut EP The Sound of Wings (a cross-genre collaborative effort with Sydney soul singer Miriam Waks) proved a huge hit on independent radio stations across the country, spending months in AMRAP’s Top 5 “Most Ordered To Air” charts. As well as joining Phatchance on two national headline tours and supporting many of the “whose who” of Australian Hip-Hop (Bliss N Eso, Drapht, The Herd, Pez, etc), Coptic has earned a reputation for bridging the genre gap through his close collaborations with multi-instrumentalist and producer Jon Reichardt. The … Continue reading Coptic Soldier- The Sound of Wings 2 (Acoustic) Out Feb 18th

Myspherical Entertainment

Eloquor – Live At St Kilda Festival [New Promo Vid]

Jim Steps

Myspherical Entertainment is proud to announce that local hip hop artist Eloquor will be performing at this year’s St Kilda Festival. Following the release of his album Charge, Eloquor was selected amongst 300 entrants to compete on the Nova New Music Stage with the chance to win over $5000 in prizes.  Joining Eloquor on stage will be DJ/producer 76 and a special guest appearance from vocalist Lauren Gillard. When asked about the opportunity to perform at St Kilda Festival Eloquor said, “I’m stoked to be performing at St. Kilda Fest. I’ve been dreaming of doing a show there for years. … Continue reading Eloquor – Live At St Kilda Festival [New Promo Vid]

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allaussie hip hop spotlight on: Motion

Jim Steps

Motion’s involvement in hip-hop began when he hit the scene as a B-boy in 2000. Once realising his skills in freestyling and lyricism, he entered the battle circuit and won virtually every battle held in Adelaide over a 2 year period, winning SA’s MC Battle For Supremacy and ending up as a runner up nationally in 2005. Motion is a part of Adelaide favourites Adroit Effusive, an 8 man crew that has been active since the early 2000s. He released a demo with fellow Adroit member Bornski called Introducing in 2003, and Adroit soon followed up by releasing the 2 … Continue reading allaussie hip hop spotlight on: Motion

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Simplex – Audio Biography (Available: February 18, 2011)

Jim Steps

Adelaide hip hop artist and Terra Firma member Simplex releases his debut solo album Audio Biography. The long awaited album is the hard hitting, thought provoking next chapter of the Adelaide sound, summarizing Simplex’s life within and outside hip hop. Tackling the issues of identity, relationships and careers, Audio Biography highlights significant events in life that all individuals go through. Describing the harsh realities of the real world, Audio Biography gives listeners a glimpse of his life: the clash of wanting to be your own person while battling society’s norms and routines. Produced entirely by Simplex, the album weaves together classic hip hop with a … Continue reading Simplex – Audio Biography (Available: February 18, 2011)

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Urthboy and Group 120 – Letters From Jamshed (The Key Of Sea)

Jim Steps

Taken from The Key of Sea – a compilation of collaborations between Australian and migrant/refugee Australian artists. Artists such as Sarah Blasko, The Cat Empire and Tim Rogers team up with artists like Diafrix, Ajak Kwai and Nadia Omar and the results are quite amazing. Urthboy wrote this song, along with Count Bounce in between tours, workshops for kids in Indonesia and a regional under-age tour in NSW. “The lyrics in this song are often direct quotes from his letters so it’s accurate to say that Jamshed is my co-songwriter on this – and it’s very much his and Polly’s song. … Continue reading Urthboy and Group 120 – Letters From Jamshed (The Key Of Sea)

I Forgot Sorry!

Phatchance – Inkstains (Acoustic) Out Feb 18th

Jim Steps

After a year packed with a massive touring schedule, including two national headline tours and supports for heavyweight acts like Method Man & Redman, DJ Premier and The Beatnuts; indie Australian hip-hop artist Phatchance is ringing in 2011 with the release of a unique, acoustic hip-hop offering titled Inkstains (Acoustic). Crowned a Triple J Unearthed, MYSPACE.COM and SBA Music Featured Artist, as well as packing out venues nationally on his Inkstains and I Forget, Sorry! 2010 tours’, Phatchance has quickly become Sydney’s biggest unsigned hip-hop artist. Inkstains (Acoustic) includes acoustic renditions of popular songs from his debut album Inkstains (Build … Continue reading Phatchance – Inkstains (Acoustic) Out Feb 18th

LookUP Records

Bingethinkers – Where Are They Now… (Feb 11th) (Preview Tracks Up)

Jim Steps

Over the past half-decade, Bingethinkers have built their reputation as one of Sydney’s most dynamic hip hop outfits- electrifying audiences with their remarkable live show. The group is comprised of MC Rinse on the mic, DJ 2Buck (Dialectrix, Gully Platoon) on the decks (and beats) and producers Aeon (a member of Sydney rock/electronica act Decoder Ring) and PSYKEone on the beats. This combination of high energy, boom bap production and razor sharp lyrics create an unmatched collection of individual talent sharing a single ethos. Following up from the release of their ShelfLife Mixtape (2007), Bingethinkers formed LookUP with fellow Sydneysiders … Continue reading Bingethinkers – Where Are They Now… (Feb 11th) (Preview Tracks Up)

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Red Fox Records: City Wide Krew – Garden State EP

Jim Steps

From the hills of Mt Hotham to the streets of Melbourne City; from a sold out show with the Funkoars to your best mates backyard; from party raps to lyrical wisdom, City Wide Krew are about to become the one hip hop group you wished you’d heard of first. Originally a duo consisting of Fusion MC and Sammy Rocswell, City Wide Krew (aptly named, due to Fusion’s home in Melbourne and Rocswell residence in Geelong) overcame geographical distance through a mutual love of listening to and making hip hop music. Long trips down the Geelong freeway become rigueur de jour … Continue reading Red Fox Records: City Wide Krew – Garden State EP

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Koolism update from Hau

Jim Steps

Hau from the almighty Koolism crew has dropped the first mail out for 2011 – Recorded on the iPhone & Garage Band. Hau is rocking over ‘No Guest List’ from Oh No’s, ‘Dr. No’s The Oxperiment’. (Purchase Oh No @ iTunes: http://bit.ly/fDLKGH) In this update Hau celebrates Australia Day and  sends universal blessings out to all affected by the floods in Queensland. Sh*t is crazy. If you’re able to help, folks, please do. You can start here: http://www.qld.gov.au/floods If your missed the Triple J Hip Hop Show with Hau last night, you can catch it here. Hau had the pleasure … Continue reading Koolism update from Hau

Golden Era Records

Golden Era Records: Mixtape 2011. Hosted By Trials. Mixed By DJ Madcap

Jim Steps

Golden Era Records with Hilltop Hoods present the Mixtape 2011, hosted by Trials and Mixed by DJ Madcap. Mixtape 2011 features all of the Golden Era Crew with a few special guests including Vents, DJ ADFU and Ash Grunwald. Here’s Vents with a snippet from The Discrete Charm Of The Bourgeoisie The track  appears on the Golden Era Mixtape 2011 Filmed & edited by Selina Miles. Get it here Golden Era Mixtape 2011 320kbps (Direct Link) Golden Era 2011 Tracklist 1. Intro 2. Sesta & Suffa – 99 Bottles 3. Pressure – The Fire 4. Briggs – Let It Burn … Continue reading Golden Era Records: Mixtape 2011. Hosted By Trials. Mixed By DJ Madcap

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Double or Nothing Records proudly presents “DOWN LIKE THIS” the brand new single from hip hop super crew Pagen Elypsis.

Jim Steps

Double or Nothing Records proudly presents Down Like This the brand new single from hip hop super crew Pagen Elypsis. It’s been five months since the release of the debut album One Way Ticket. Since then the record has gone on to receive 4-5 star reviews in local, National, International and online press. Along with the national radio play and over 20,000 downloads online! The new single Down Like This comes just in time for the crews massive performance at this years Big day out. Produced by Purpose, Answer (MELB), Boombaty (DON records) and DJ Hacksaw, Down Like This takes the … Continue reading Double or Nothing Records proudly presents “DOWN LIKE THIS” the brand new single from hip hop super crew Pagen Elypsis.

Golden Era Records

Golden Era Mixtape 2011 – Trials ‘Baby C’mon’ (Snippet)

Jim Steps

The Funkoars Mr Trials re-imagines the legendary ODB’s Baby C’mon. The track will be appearing on the forthcoming Golden Era 2011 Mixtape (dropping January 17, 2011.) The Mixtape will feature new and old music from Hilltop Hoods, Funkoars, Vents & Briggs. Filmed & edited by Selina Miles. GOLDEN ERA MIXTAPE 2011 Tracklist 1. Intro 2. Sesta & Suffa – 99 Bottles 3. Pressure – The Fire 4. Briggs – Let It Burn 5. Funkoars – Lock Me Up 6. Vents – Love Song 7. DJ Reflux, DJ Debris & DJ ADFU – Portion Of The Raw 8. Funkoars Feat. Ash … Continue reading Golden Era Mixtape 2011 – Trials ‘Baby C’mon’ (Snippet)

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Raven – Devils Advocate [Official Film Clip]

Jim Steps

Devils Advocate taken from the album Ravenous 20Ten. Out Now! Clip executed by Full Clip (Heata & Discourse)
. Track Produced by Engineer. Following the success of his debut solo album Humble Beginnings (2008), Raven is back with his sophomore release Ravenous 20Ten. Rising through the underground of Melbourne Hip-Hop as an emcee with the group Lost Soulz, Raven emerged as a lyricist to watch out for. Featuring as a member of the Hungry Humans crew and Crate Cartel Records, he has cemented a name for himself as a well-respected artist with vivid lyrical content and strong presence. Ravenous20Ten combines traditional … Continue reading Raven – Devils Advocate [Official Film Clip]

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Hilltop Hoods – Parade Of The Dead: Zombies, Execution & The Old Adelaide Gaol

Jim Steps

Hilltop Hoods have recently dropped what must be a frist for hip hop in Australia…a full length feature zombie flick. Filmed on location at the Old Adelaide Gaol, Parade Of The Dead isn’t just your ordinary zombie flick, in fact this isn’t even your ordinary movie. In 2010 a virus spread throughout the world’s population killing millions and turning many survivors into mindless zombies. Around the same time of these apocalyptic events the Hilltop Hoods were due to make a DVD for their album State of the Art. As civilization collapsed, people died in the streets, thousands starved… The Hoods … Continue reading Hilltop Hoods – Parade Of The Dead: Zombies, Execution & The Old Adelaide Gaol

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Hip Hop Flood Relief – Briggs, M-Phazes and more!

Jim Steps

Hip Hop Flood Relief with Pharoahe Monch and Boogie Blind, this Friday night at The Corner Hotel. It’s been a devastating week for Queenslanders, so New York and local Hip Hop artists have rallied together with Mistrust Music to raise money for the flood victims. Just recently on our shores, Pharoahe Monch is back with his mind blowing technical skills and lyrical mastery. Joining him is Boogie Blind from the legendary X-Ecutioners plus a host of Aussie talent. More acts to be announced soon! Pharoahe Monch, Boogie Blind, Promoe (Looptroop), Briggs, Tourettes & Young Lean, Mantra, Prequel, Thief & Wolfgram … Continue reading Hip Hop Flood Relief – Briggs, M-Phazes and more!

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Prophet Rayza: “This Is” film clip [6 Books EP]

Jim Steps

This is the official film clip for This Is, the lead single off Prophet Rayza’s (QLD) debut EP Six Books. Released November 12th 2010 on Born Fresh Records and distributed nationally by MGM. For ten years now Prophet Rayza has been a stronghold in the Australian Hip Hop scene perfecting his talents across the four elements of Hip Hop as an emcee, breakdancer, graffiti artist and beatboxer.His passion for the art form stems from his first train trip from Brisbane to Melbourne at five years of age, when he first saw graffiti and told his mother when he grew up … Continue reading Prophet Rayza: “This Is” film clip [6 Books EP]

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360 – Making Of “Take Off” [Falling & Flying]

Jim Steps

Step behind the scenes with 360 as he discusses the inspiration and recording process for Take Off (Sky Is Falling), the first official preview track from his upcoming album Falling & Flying (Soulmate/EMI). Features live studio footage and a cameo from track producer Styalz Fuego. Filmed & edited by Hamish McCormick for Carnival Cinema, June 2010. 360 would also love your help with Triple J Hottest 100 Voting: “If you could spare a couple minutes and go to http://www.triplej.net.au/hottest100 and vote for 360 – Just Got Started – really hoping it places somewhere in the hundred! Also get alongside Illy, … Continue reading 360 – Making Of “Take Off” [Falling & Flying]

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Slaughterhouse (feat. Dres) – “Back On The Scene” (prod. by M-Phazes)

Jim Steps

Slaughterhouse, hip-hop’s quadruple threat consisting of Joe Budden, Royce Da 5’9″, Crooked I & Joell Ortiz have returned with Back On The Scene, the first single to their self titled EP which drops on Feb. 8th. The track is produced by none other than Australia’s ARIA Award winning producer M-Phazes (Good Gracious) and features a guest appearance from Dres (Black Sheep). HulkShare Direct Download MediaFire Direct Download Slaughterhouse (feat. Dres) – “Back On The Scene” (prod. by M-Phazes) Continue reading Slaughterhouse (feat. Dres) – “Back On The Scene” (prod. by M-Phazes)

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Plutonic and G-Love Winners Announced

Jim Steps

Thanks to everyone that entered the Plutonic & G Love – Moonshine Lemonade ticket giveaway! We would like to congratulate the following heads: Melbourne: Kelli G Amy Z Sydney: Allan H Mark M *All winners will be notified by phone or email. Plutonic and G Love are offering a preview of their entire Moonshine Lemonade album for a limited time only here. The album won’t be released until February 18, but is available for pre-order now on iTunes or as a limited signed digipack through JB HI FI here. Show details: Friday 14th January at Northcote Social Club, Melbourne Saturday … Continue reading Plutonic and G-Love Winners Announced

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New Show added to the Plutonic & G Love – Moonshine Lemonade Tour

Jim Steps

This is your last chance to win a double pass to either the Sydney or Melbourne Pluto & G Love shows on their Moonshine Lemonade tour! Email allaussiecomps@gmail.com with your contact details to win….it’s that easy. Drawn tomorrow!! Show details: Friday 14th January at Northcote Social Club, Melbourne Saturday 15th January at Oxford Art Factory, Sydney New Show Announced: Sunday 16th January at The Great Northern Hotel, Newcastle Bonjah will be in support for all shows along with Jess Harlen for Melbourne and Sydney. Don’t forget – you can still pre-order the Plutonic & G Love signed digipak editions of … Continue reading New Show added to the Plutonic & G Love – Moonshine Lemonade Tour

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The Super-Sample-Flip-Comp – Vegas Aces

Jim Steps

In anticipation for the debut Vegas Aces release V.A.ALL.DAY (Feb 4th) your good friends in VA and Born Fresh have decided to host a sexy little competition.  Cam Bluff is fast becoming a new go-to-guy for production (Spit Syndicate, The Tongue, The Optimen, Pure Product, Raven etc) and we want you to put him to the test. Basically we want you to submit a sample/sound for Cam to flip and make an exclusive beat out of. The sample can be anything – an old or new song of whatever genre, ad music, movie score, a beatboxing parrot, whatever you think would … Continue reading The Super-Sample-Flip-Comp – Vegas Aces

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Bingethinkers: New LP in 2011 + (Free DL)

Jim Steps

Over the last 5 years, The Binge have built a reputation as one of thes most formidable live acts on the Sydney scene. Comprising MC Rinse on the mic, DJ 2Buck on the decks and producers Aeon and PSYKEone on the beats, this combination of unstoppable energy, boom bap beats and razor sharp lyrics has seen many a Hip Hop throwdown go down – ya heard? Back in 2007, Bingethinkers released their mixtape Shelf Life – standing out from the crowd by bringing all the beatmaking and production in-house and featuring guests such as Rainman, 13th Son, Scott Burns, Immune … Continue reading Bingethinkers: New LP in 2011 + (Free DL)