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M-Phazes – Good Gracious! New Album (Feb 26)

Jim Steps

M-Phazes is the perfect example of a diamond in the rough.  Born and raised in the Gold Coast of Australia and relatively isolated from Hip-Hop culture, M-Phazes has carved a strong niche for himself that has allowed his production to be heard on a global scale. Drawing inspiration from legendary producers such as Battlecat, Pete Rock and the late J-Dilla, M-Phazes has has formulated his own sound over the years that can be defined by soulful melodies coupled with loose, smacking drums. Landing his first U.S. placement in 2005 on Supastition’s “Chain Letters”, M-Phazes has been on a steady climb and … Continue reading M-Phazes – Good Gracious! New Album (Feb 26)

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Whisper – Free Download

Jim Steps

The track is called, ‘Stand Up’, and the beat was produced by M-Phazes, featuring Lee Sissing on the hook. It also features a whole bunch of the Obese Records fam. Here’s a bit of what Whisper had to say about his latest work. ‘Stand Up’ is the first single off my upcoming free-album, ‘In Good Company’. Which will feature a heap of collabs with some amazing local emcees, vocalists and producers. Check out the ‘Stand Up’ clip on a earlier post here. Whisper is the triple threat. He’s an experienced emcee and producer, plus, the boy can sing! Whisper has … Continue reading Whisper – Free Download

Invada

Koolism New Track – Hanz High

Jim Steps

Koolism dropped a gem of an email today to those on their mailing list, calling it a belated Xmas present (cheers guys!). I like the style Koolism use’s to deliver these types of free downloads (see Jam Master Jay Tribute post/track here). I hope we can expect to see some more freebies leading up to the release of The Umu, which is expected sometime 2010. Here is a little bit of what Hau had to say about the free track titled Hanz High (see artwork above). This is just another example of what Daniel and I can come up with … Continue reading Koolism New Track – Hanz High

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Crate Creeps (DJ Butcher & Tommy Illfigga) Video

Jim Steps

DJ Butcher & Tommy Illfigga bring us a new sneak peek look at the latest Crate Creeps happenings with a vid posted on YouTube recently. The new album will feature artists from around the world including, Rakaa Iriscience (Dilated Peoples), Rhyme Asylum, Mantra (Aus), Trials (Funkoars), Pure Product, Mata & Must, Pagen Elypsis, Rainman & Yuin Huzami, Eloquence and Truths, Clinic & Proclaim, Kings Konnekted, Rezadent and The Optimen. This album will be massive, both these guys are hugely talented, so expect some good things. Continue reading Crate Creeps (DJ Butcher & Tommy Illfigga) Video

Independent

Fatty Phew & Alter Ego & DJ Bogues – Best Things In Life Are Free

Jim Steps

Best things in life are free! Janet Jackson said it, but Fatty Phew, Alter Ego and DJ Bogues have made it true. With Alter Ego on production, DJ Bogues on the Decks and Fatty Phew on the mic, these 3 have come together to create a stellar FREE release that most artists would be charging for. If you’re looking for that pure hip hop that has been missing from the airwaves of late, then look no further. Its back, and in full effect. The Best Things in Life are Free, is an impressive 5 track EP produced by Alter Ego … Continue reading Fatty Phew & Alter Ego & DJ Bogues – Best Things In Life Are Free

Independent

The Creep Team – The Creep St. EP

Jim Steps

Comprising of MC’s Agent Remix and Crisis, the Creep Team is the offspring of Melbourne based group Phonic Division. Since their emergence in 2002, Phonic Division gained a reputable fan base distributing 1000 demo CD’s and supporting several international and local acts. The period following their disbandment in 2006 was a time of reflection as far as music was concerned for both Agent Remix and Crisis, focusing more on their lives and the world around them as influence. Not only did they do so to create music but to expand their now limitless vision to run far deeper than any … Continue reading The Creep Team – The Creep St. EP

Obese Records

Thundamentals named in SMH ‘Next Big Things In Aus Music’ article

Jim Steps

We’re back after a short break and ready to kick things off for 2010! The SMH gave it’s opinion on the next big things in Australian music and NSW crew Thundamentals were among the mentions, but hip hop’s only representative. Thundamentals truly deserve the props after a successful tour late last year and a well received debut LP, Sleeping On Your Style. The guys also released an exclusive iTunes Live performance which features 6 tracks and costs a mere 10 bucks (link at bottom of page). Below you can find a copy of the SMH article and the link to … Continue reading Thundamentals named in SMH ‘Next Big Things In Aus Music’ article

Illusive Sounds

Bliss N Eso – Flying Colours Limited Edition Vinyl Release

Jim Steps

Bliss N Eso have officially announced the release of  the Flying Colours limited edition vinyl. This is the ultimate vinyl collectors piece featuring the original Aria Award winning Gold album on wax together with BnE’s amazing Flying Colours Live DVD. Packaged in a deluxe double gate fold cover with full foil and gloss finishes and full colour inner vinyl sleeves. This is a must have for every BnE fan but, copies are limited, so get in quick. It’s an impressive package and we can’t wait to grab one…or two. This is only available at Flying Colours Clothing website here. Check … Continue reading Bliss N Eso – Flying Colours Limited Edition Vinyl Release

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Skryptcha’s Top 10 of 2009!

Jim Steps

After a poor showing last year, it’s time to get some aussie hip hop in the Triple J Hottest 100 for 2009. Each week leading up to the countdown allaussie hip hop will provide you with a selected Australian artists  ‘Top 10’ of the year. To kick things off we have Skryptcha, the 22-year-old Sydney MC who released his Left To Write EP earlier in the year which featured hits like Food For Thought and a fav of ours Turtles. Here’s a bit on what Skryptcha had to say about his upcoming album titled ‘One Way’ due for release early 2010. Expect some … Continue reading Skryptcha’s Top 10 of 2009!

Broken Tooth Entertainment

Double Album Launch – Fluent Form and Ciecmate & Newsense

Jim Steps

Who: Ciecmate & Newsense, Fluent Form, Swarmy, Mata & Must, Doc Felix & No Name Nathan What: “A Tale of Two Cities” & “The Furnace” double album launch! When: December 18th Where: Miss Libertines, Franklin St. Melbourne City. Ciecmate & Newsense have locked in Canberra & Melbourne dates for the “About Bloody Time!” section of the “A Tale of Two Cities” Tour… matched up with Fluent Form’s “The Furnace” launch and bringing down big Swarmy from Sydney, plus that proper shit of Mata & Must, this is going to be one of those shows that sticks in your mind. Newsense … Continue reading Double Album Launch – Fluent Form and Ciecmate & Newsense

Battlehoggs

Pagen Elypsis ‘2010’ FREE mixtape + Double Or Nothing 7 gig

Jim Steps

MC Prime had this to say to allaussie hip hop regarding the release of a new free mixtape from the Pagen Elypsis crew. “My crew has released a new free mixtape as of today called ‘2010’. This mixtape serves as a prelude to the full LP “One Way Ticket” which is recorded and ready to be released next year”. Pagen Elypsis 2010 Mixtape features 100% original production by Strange Notes, Purpose & Answer and is mixed by the almighty Battlehoggs crew! Cuts by DJ Kansel + DJ Snair. This is an Official Battlehoggs release. Track 5 taken from the forthcoming … Continue reading Pagen Elypsis ‘2010’ FREE mixtape + Double Or Nothing 7 gig

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The Optimen Announce New Single – Fire Fighters

Jim Steps

With the release of their sophomore album The Out of Money Experience just around the corner, Brisbane’s The Optimen are proud to present the first single to be lifted from it, Fire Fighters. For a limited time Fire Fighters is available for free streaming and download at: ·Album version only ·Album & Clean versions The Optimen are also proud to announce they have signed an exclusive distribution deal for the forthcoming album with Inertia. The Out of Money Experience is due for release early 2010. Fire Fighters In writing the new album, Fire Fighters was the first track that didn’t … Continue reading The Optimen Announce New Single – Fire Fighters

Golden Era Records

Hilltop Hoods – The Light You Burned Film Clip

Jim Steps

We seen a little screen cap preview the other day, but here it is in all it’s glory, the brand spankin new, The Light You Burned film clip featuring our good mate Trials (Funkoars). According to Facebook posts, the animated clip was inspired by cartoons of old, especially the works of Hanna-Barbera. It’ll take you back to a time when cartoons were an artform, drawing inspiration from the likes of The Jetsons and The Flintstones. We must say that we were quite disappointed to find out that cloneyourgirlfriend.com was fictional. Enjoy! In other Hoods related news, the first allaussie hip … Continue reading Hilltop Hoods – The Light You Burned Film Clip

Illusive Sounds

Flying Colours Vinyl pre-release signing

Jim Steps

In celebration of Flying Colours Live being released on wax Bliss n Eso have teamed up with the RecordStore to bring you an exclusive pre release singing. Here is your chance to be first in the country to get your hands on this very special limited edition vinyl (only 500 copies) plus get it signed by Bliss, Eso & DJ Izm. Come say what up to the boys, grab a sausage off the BBQ and check out DJ Izm spinning live on the decks. There will also be some sneak peaks of the new Flying Colours Clothing Summer Drop. For … Continue reading Flying Colours Vinyl pre-release signing

Nostalgia Entertainment

Grifters Inc – New EP (Special Pre-Order deal)

Jim Steps

About a three years ago, Trumps and Kast started making music together. About one year ago they released their first album; A Creature Of The Night, under the name Grifters Inc. An acrobatic year full of leaps and bounds later, they are back with their new EP, Checkout Chicks, Bargirls and Goths. The eight-track release is the second chapter in the life of Trumps, delivered over the uniquely constructed production of Kast. For a very limited time, there is a pre-order offer available at the guy’s website here. Head to the site and fill in your details to cop this … Continue reading Grifters Inc – New EP (Special Pre-Order deal)

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CLASS-A ‘New single- So Bad’

Jim Steps

Based in the Melbourne, Class-A is an office chick by day who just happens to moonlight as an underground rap star. Voted Best Female MC in the OzHipHop.Com Awards in 2008 is currently completing work on her official debut release entitled Me, Me, Me, and Him: The Secret Life of a Receptionist. The cheeky lyricist now offers up a brand new single ‘So Bad’ produced by one of Australia’s biggest names in hip-hop production, M-Phazes. Class A had this to say about ‘So Bad’ and her upcoming EP: This is off my EP titled – ‘Me me me me and … Continue reading CLASS-A ‘New single- So Bad’

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MC Whisper – New Album ‘ In Good Company’ 2010

Jim Steps

Melbourne-based MC Whisper, has just released a new video clip. MC Whisper had a quick chat with allaussie hip hop and he had this to say: “I’m really excited about the clip, cos we’ve been workin on it for a minute! The track is called, ‘Stand Up’, and the beat was produced by M-Phazes, featuring Lee Sissing on the hook. It also features a whole bunch of the Obese Records fam.” It’s a bit of a milestone for me, as I’ve been producing beats for other hip-hop peeps for the last 4 years, since my group Equills released their LP, … Continue reading MC Whisper – New Album ‘ In Good Company’ 2010

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Phatchance – Inkstains Review/Interview

Jim Steps

Today has seen the official release of Phatchance’s debut solo album, entitled Inkstains. As we do, allaussie hip hop has prepared a review of the album plus also some questions that we threw at Chance regarding his debut solo release, dropping via Obese Records Distribution. This project has been a real labor of love and features production from some of Phatchances’ closet mates including Adit (Horrorshow), Konfuzion, Akouo, Elgen, DJ Hoppa & One Above. It also features contributions from the likes of 360, Smiles Again (Mind Over Matter), Joyride & HR King. Inkstains is 12 tracks deep, and comes in … Continue reading Phatchance – Inkstains Review/Interview

Red Tape Entertainment

The Optimen – The Out Of Money Experience 2010

Jim Steps

It’s been a long time coming but it appears there is finally movement at The Optimen base camp. Over the last few days, we have seen the opening of the their new Myspace, also an update of their website (pic above), and the official announcement of the new album, The Out Of Money Experience. The Out of Money Experience will be dropping in (about) March next year.You can download the first single of the album, Fire Fighters, for free (and it’s a banger) via their website here. Fans of Lazy Grey should also check out Something in the Air feat. … Continue reading The Optimen – The Out Of Money Experience 2010

Obese Records

Chasm + Vida Sunshyne ‘Move’ Album Launch Reminder

Jim Steps

He is Chasm, Sydney-based producer-extraordinaire she is Melbourne-by-way-of-Ghana’s Vida-Sunshyne. Together they are an electric collaboration of musical talent; one half behind the boards, creating the template for a limitless sonic foundation. The other, centre stage; creating the connection between performer and listener. Come celebrate the launch of their album Move which traverses the global spectrum of Soul, Reggae and Hip Hop raising the bar for Australian music. Featuring Ozi Batla, Damajah, DJ‘s El Squire, Prince Valium & Sir Robbo. Hosted by Kween G (KillaQueenz). This Friday November 27 @ Melt. 12 Kellett Street, 10pm until the break of dawn. $15 … Continue reading Chasm + Vida Sunshyne ‘Move’ Album Launch Reminder

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Crate Creeps and Prue Product Albums 2010

Jim Steps

Both the Crate Creeps and Pure Product have their own albums coming up for release in early 2010 and DJ Butcher and 4th thought they’d do a short track for Myspace (here) and Youtube (above) to let everyone know that shit is happening and that new albums are in the works!! Crate Creeps consists of DJ Butcher and Tommy Illfigga and are two like-minded producers who, with a similar sound became friends. After producing music separately for over 6 years each they have united to form The Crate Creeps. The guys are currently working on a 18 track compilation release, … Continue reading Crate Creeps and Prue Product Albums 2010

Golden Era Records

Funkoars sign with Golden Era Records

Jim Steps

Big news today for all aussie hip hop fans (see what we did there), with the release of not only The Hilltop Hoods deluxe editions (The Calling, The Hard Road and The Hard Road: Restrung), drop today but we also got the announcement that The Funkoars have officially signed on the dotted line with Golden Era Records. This is the first signing, that we know of to take place with Golden Era, and hails an exciting time for not only The Funkoars but also the Hilltops. The Oars were kind enough to send us a message regarding the latest news … Continue reading Funkoars sign with Golden Era Records

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Hilltop Hoods – Golden Era re-release

Jim Steps

For all of the Hilltop Hoods fans out there, a reissue of The Calling, The Hard Road and The Hard Road: Restrung drops on Friday. The Golden Era re-release features brand new banging artwork, as you can see from the picture above, but thats not all – punters will also get some new songs and also some videos. The ‘missing’ track from the State Of The Art album ‘Here Come The Girls’ was played on Triple J today, we guess this will be one of the bonus tracks, and we’re happy about that. I think it will be hard not … Continue reading Hilltop Hoods – Golden Era re-release

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Drapht – New Online Store Opening Soon

Jim Steps

Drapht posted this picture, via his twitter account (Drapht on twitter) today and damn did it get us excited. It seem’s Drapht is set to release ‘The Drink Drank Dunk’ (real product name TBA) shot glass set and a whole host of ‘little goodies’ via a new online store opening soon. Details are a little thin at the moment, but as soon as we hear anything….you know the deal. Continue reading Drapht – New Online Store Opening Soon

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Ozi Batla – Paul Kelly Tribute Video

Jim Steps

Over his thirty year career Paul Kelly has released nearly twenty albums that have inspired generations of Australian musicians. His amazing back catalogue will be celebrated over two nights at the Forum Theatre in Melbourne with a host of local singers offering their interpretations of some of his classic songs. Here’s the list of vocalists who performed: Missy Higgins, John Butler, Paul Dempsey, Katy Steele, Bob Evans, Ozi Batla, Dan Kelly, Clare Bowditch, Jae Laffer, Adalita, Dan Sultan and Megan Washington. Ozi Batla performed two songs on the night, Sydney From a 727 and Careless. YouTube has a video clip … Continue reading Ozi Batla – Paul Kelly Tribute Video

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Levelheaded – The Spice Of Life Review

Jim Steps

Levelheaded began making aussie hip hop during high school in the late nineties with a group of friends on a budget set-up in the Adelaide Hill. Most of the stuff thrown down consisted of drunken freestyles and scribbled down raps that never made it our of Debate’s parents house. In 2001, Levs and a few mates formed Train of Thought, In 2002 the  guys released a demo that sold over 500 copies and played shows with artist such as Hilltop Hoods, Hyjack & Torcha, Crossbred Mongrels, Pegz, Funkoars, After Hours, the list goes on. One of the early highlights Levs … Continue reading Levelheaded – The Spice Of Life Review

allaussie hip hop Podcasts

Fluent Form & Discourse on your radio

Jim Steps

Fluent and his main man Discourse took over hosting duties on Top Billin’, playing new joints from the album, plus a whole bunch of their favorite underground tunes. You can listen to that here. Make sure you check out Fluent Form’s latest offering The Furnace, you won’t be disappointed. Tracklisting: Take Notice f/ Brad Strut & Ciecmate – Fluent Form What’s Your Worth – Prowla Every Step – Fluent Form Bounty Hunters f/ Bob Balans & Trem – Brad Strut Rocketship – OneBeLo Worlds Collide – The Arsonists On Ya Feet – Wordsworth Suicidal Failure – Cage Paper Chase Days … Continue reading Fluent Form & Discourse on your radio

Elefant Tracks

The Tongue Is Dead Mixtape (Out Now)

Jim Steps

If you missed it yesterday, Elefant Traks, The Tongue, dropped his brand new mixtape The Tongue Is Dead. Not only is it 15 tracks deep, featuring some fine artists including the likes of Joyride, Jane Tyrell, Dazastah, Ozi Batla, Mind Control, Blades and DJ Skoob, it’s also available for a FREE download. You gotta love that! You can follow the link here to grab your copy. 2010 has been announced for when The Tongues drops his new album and while we all hang for that, we’re sure this mixtape will keep you in check till then. Below you can check … Continue reading The Tongue Is Dead Mixtape (Out Now)

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Heath Ledger directed N’Fa clip released

Jim Steps

Aussie Hip Hop Artist N’fa Forster-Jones, best know for his work with 1200 Techniques, and also a boyhood friend of Heath Ledger, has released a music video Heath directed shortly before his death. N’fa posted the 3 minute, 31 second-clip for his song Cause An Effect on his YouTube and MySpace pages on Thursday, along with a video in which he explains how the project came about. Ledger, the celebrity-shy star of Batman blockbuster, “The Dark Night,” and the posthumously released “The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus,” shot a handful of videos for low-profile artists he liked. Ledger died aged 28 … Continue reading Heath Ledger directed N’Fa clip released