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SYN Approved Presents: Mind Over Matter & Psyde Projects

Jim Steps

Local Hip Hop heavyweights Mind Over Matter (aka M.O.M.) are coming to Melbourne to play SYN Approved at The Worker’s Club on Thursday, July 14th.  The boys have definitely earned their seal of approval from the hip hop scene, staying productive with a healthy list of releases, support roles and collaborative works since 2006.  After their massive album launch earlier this year in March, Psyde Projects are back yet again with their new video clip of The Breaks, a tune full of boombap flavour. Their clip is a homage to the classic 90s style hip hop videos. Meanwhile, their single … Continue reading SYN Approved Presents: Mind Over Matter & Psyde Projects

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360 – Stand The Fuck Up

Jim Steps

With the release of Falling and Flying still a minute away, 360 has lined up another mixtape for his legion of fans. Stand The Fuck Up features not only the tracks below, but also the Lil Wayne rip Elbow On My Dick and guest shots from Illy & Pez rumoured still to come, this tape is shaping up bigger and better than both volumes of Please Be Seated. 360 X Vegas Aces X Gotye – Hearts A Mess (100 Downloads Available) 360 X Prime X Frank Ocean – Swim Good Download link will be posted here as soon as it hits … Continue reading 360 – Stand The Fuck Up

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Thundamentals – Foreverlution (July 29)

Jim Steps

When KON (KingOfNothing) artist Pencil Rebellion agreed to rock the cover art for the Thundamentals highly anticipated sophomore album Foreverlution we knew it would be nothing short of epic. We’ve scored a sneak peek at the two options for the album due for release on  July 29,  through Obese Records. So without further a due feast your eyes below and be sure to cop yourself a copy when it drops! Respected Sydney Hip Hop crew Thundamentals have been getting your heads nodding from bedrooms to festivals across Australia since their self titled E.P in 2008. To celebrate Thundamentals impending release of their sophomore … Continue reading Thundamentals – Foreverlution (July 29)

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allaussie hip hop’s spotlight on Evident Entertainments: Fozzey and VanC

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Fozzey and VanC have become North Queenslands music sensations seemingly overnight. After just two months working together, the duo debuted their genre-bending live show as a support for international act Flo Rida. They’ve since racked up over 50,000 views on YouTube, and earned themselves a nomination for Cairns #1 Urban Act in the annual timeOUT awards. For added measure, they’ve been officially recognized as Queensland’s #1 Hip Hop act on ReverbNation. 2011 will see Fozzey and VanC release their debut single Go Getter through DJ A.N.G’s Evident Entertainment. An anthem for success, Go Getter will be featured on the 2011 … Continue reading allaussie hip hop’s spotlight on Evident Entertainments: Fozzey and VanC

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2nd Show Announced: Official 2011 Winter Block Party In The Snow

Jim Steps

This year we’re heading to the SNOW!! Obese Records invites you to the Official 2011 Winter Block Party. Grab your gear, load the car and get your mates into action for this year’s biggest road trip!! Proudly presented by Obese Records and The Station, tickets to these special events will sell out fast so be sure to get in quick. The line-up boasts the cream of the Obese Records crop, over two massive nights; Illy, Phaze One, Dialectrix, Pegz, Spit Syndicate, Thundamentals & Skryptcha who’ll be rocking The Station until it’s time to hit the slopes. This massive celebration of … Continue reading 2nd Show Announced: Official 2011 Winter Block Party In The Snow

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Kryptic – Another Day Of The Week

Jim Steps

After spending the last 10 years writing music and lyrics, Kryptic emerged on the hip hop scene in 2006. Debuting on stage at the Jive Bar as part of the former group Broken World, he then went on to be involved in many performances in the years that followed. These included group and solo performances at venues such as Bar-code, Noise bar, Amber Lounge and The Pint n’ Pickle. The group were fortunate enough to collaborate with the now late DJ Bribe in early 2007. Later that year, Broken World decided to part ways, and pursue their own musical careers. … Continue reading Kryptic – Another Day Of The Week

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Phrase – Apart (New Single From 3rd Album ‘Babylon’)

Jim Steps

Described as a “garage stomper with rockabilly guitar twists”, the lead single from Phrase’s upcoming Babylon album is another evolutionary step in the career of the Melbourne-based musician. Debuted on Triple J the other night, Apart features You Am I’s – Davey Lane on the hook as Phrase further explores his rock tendencies with a louder, more brash delivery of his rhymes. “To me, ‘Babylon’ means a place of beauty and getting to a better point in life. That’s what the record represents,” offers Phrase of his upcoming album, which will include an eclectic cast of guests spanning Jimmy Barnes … Continue reading Phrase – Apart (New Single From 3rd Album ‘Babylon’)

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Eso – Rapper Tag #36 (Bliss N Eso)

Jim Steps

MC Eso’s Rapper Tag (#36) filmed live and direct during Bliss n Eso’s show at the Old Mount Gambier Gaol which took place on Saturday June 18. For everyone that missed it, don’t stress the guys recorded the entire show which will feature on a new live DVD they’ll be releasing later this year. Fri June 24 The Warehouse Devonport, TAS 18+Tickets through: Oztix.com.au / Ticketek.com.au (132 849) / Mojo Music (6334 5677) / Red Hot CDs (6424 9816) / Collectors Corner (6431 6616) / Ruffcut Records (6234 8600) Sat June 25 City Hall Hobart, TAS Licensed & All AgesTickets … Continue reading Eso – Rapper Tag #36 (Bliss N Eso)

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Mase N Mattic – Sound The Horns

Jim Steps

“Mase n Mattic are some really talented guys and dedicated artists, they’re always putting in work.I really look forward to hearing their debut album, especially with Adfu behind the boards.” – Suffa, Hilltop Hoods. Mase N Mattic have already gained a reputation for explosive live performances, both locally with the likes of Hilltop Hoods, Drapht, Funkoars, Urthboy & Phrase, and nationally as the supporting act for the sellout M-Phazes Good Gracious tour. Generating this measure of hype before a debut release is no mean feat, and places Mase N Mattic head and shoulders above emerging peers. Priding themselves on professionalism … Continue reading Mase N Mattic – Sound The Horns

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MoneyKat – Omar Musa & Mighty Joe

Jim Steps

MoneyKat is an international hip hop duo comprising Omar Musa (Australia) and Mighty Joe (USA). After being sporadic collaborators for years, a highly successful tour in Indonesia spurred them into creating MoneyKat, a group intent on bring their soulful, personal, political and poetic style to ears and minds. With contrasting accents, styles and tones, they are a dynamic musical partnership. Their debut album MoneyKat, recorded in the USA and Australia, will be released in mid 2011. Many people would recognise a money cat statue, painted gold with a waving paw, as a common feature of Asian grocery stores and restaurants. … Continue reading MoneyKat – Omar Musa & Mighty Joe

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Bliss N Eso – Running On Air Tour 2011

Jim Steps

Brisbane’s historic show: Last weekend marked an historic moment for Bliss n Eso & local hip hop with the 8000+ strong crowd at Brisbane’s Riverstage making it the biggest ever show for an Australian hip hop act! For everyone that missed it, don’t stress the guys recorded the entire show which will feature on a new live DVD they’ll be releasing later this year. The Running On Air Tour hits Adelaide and Mount Gambier this weekend: Friday night’s show at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre (Theatre room) is completely sold out – so be prepared Adelaide, this is going to be … Continue reading Bliss N Eso – Running On Air Tour 2011

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Oxfam Australia presents: 3 things’ Hip Hop Approach

Jim Steps

3things, an initiative of Oxfam Australia, is back and joining forces with some of Australia’s best rappers, beat boxers, DJs, VJs and graphic artists, to create a hard-hitting hip hop event with a huge social conscience. It’s the Hip Hop Approach – a 3things event that gets Australian hip hop acts talking about their opinions and solutions to global poverty and injustice. Artists will jam on the 3things they can do to help change the world for the better, demonstrating the 3things philosophy – that we can change the world, 3things at a time. Across two cities, 3things’ Hip Hop … Continue reading Oxfam Australia presents: 3 things’ Hip Hop Approach

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Tom Showtime – Spaces & Places feat. Gift of Gab, Lotek & Ash.One

Jim Steps

Tom Showtime has many guises…  DJ, Producer, Saxophonist and Gramophone Enthusiast. From Be-Bop to Breakbeat, his passion for music is paralleled only to his enjoyment of watermelon, coffee and cricket. Having spent years spinning and collecting records in London, he returned home to Melbourne in 2008 and promptly released The Showtime EP, a head-nodding Trip Hop odyssey showcasing original horn lines. Three years later, the release of his debut album The Jam Thief will introduce a heavier sound. Beat driven, jazz flavoured tracks with ‘the funk’ always present. The first single Spaces & Places featuring Gift of Gab (US), Lotek … Continue reading Tom Showtime – Spaces & Places feat. Gift of Gab, Lotek & Ash.One

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Requiem: Grassroots debut offered up to the masses

Jim Steps

Local hip hop artist Requiem is moving forward into the digital era. Instead of swimming against the current the musician has decided to re-release his music online for free download. The rural Victorian born MC has uploaded his debut album Grassroots Anarchy onto popular music website Bandcamp for fans to download and share. Grassroots Anarchy was released in 2009 to critical acclaim and helped the young wordsmith make his mark on the local scene. “Requiem could be one of the greats of the most emerging hip-hop scene in the world today,” said RapReviews.com head writer Steve Juon. The album was … Continue reading Requiem: Grassroots debut offered up to the masses

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Evil Eddie – (Somebody Say) Evil

Jim Steps

Following the release of his brand new single and video (Somebody Say) Evil, ex-Butterfingers front man Evil Eddie is hitting the road in June and July for a series of shows in his home state of Queensland. Released in May, (Somebody Say) Evil is the second single from Eddie’s soon to be released debut album tentatively titled Welcome To Flavour Country.  A little bit evil and a little more strange, the track is trademark left-of-centre Eddie – just the way we love it. With an APRA award for Most Performed Urban Work already to his credit, Evil (as he is … Continue reading Evil Eddie – (Somebody Say) Evil

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Hau back at it again: Audio newsletter goodness

Jim Steps

This time rocking over Madvillain’s, ‘Meat Grinder’ instrumental from their album, ‘Madvillainy Instrumentals’. Purchase here. See us perform… Tuned In. Also performing: Briggs, Tuka, The Last Kinection & Stunna Set. The Oxford Arts Factory, Oxford Street, Sydney. Friday, June 3rd Website  ||  Facebook  ||  Myspace  ||  Twitter  ||  Blog  ||  Youtube Continue reading Hau back at it again: Audio newsletter goodness

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Come Together Fest – Limited Tickets available!

Jim Steps

There are only a limited number of tickets remaining for this years all Australian Hip Hop Come Together Fest. Come Together will be headliner Drapht’s only Sydney appearance and with a brand new, fully live show in tow, Drapht is set to showcase tracks from his amazing No 1 ARIA chart topping album Life Of Riley as well as all the faves from his previous releases. Joined by special guests Urthboy, Illy, M-phazes, Muph & Plutonic, The Tongue, Mantra plus Triple J unearthed winners Daily Meds, this years Come Together is a smorgasbord of the best of up and coming Australian … Continue reading Come Together Fest – Limited Tickets available!

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Can You Dig It? In Good Company, Matte Blac, T-Bar & more!

Jim Steps

Head on down to The Workers Club for Can You Dig It? Hip Hop Showcase in Melbourne this Thursday night. Featuring: In Good Company (Whisper. Syntax, Breach), Matte Blac, Vintage Seed & T-Bar. This is going to be a massive night, so head down for some of the freshest hip hop in Melbourne. In Good Company Bluntly, each an accomplished recording artist in their own right, four Melbourne musicians have joined forces to create a free downloadable album for a clambering fast paced audience that is slowly becoming apathetic to the notion of the local music industry. Each with years … Continue reading Can You Dig It? In Good Company, Matte Blac, T-Bar & more!

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Subsketch – Department Of Human Services

Jim Steps

Subsketch is a Sydney based Hip Hop artist (MC & Producer), originally from the Adelaide foot hills. The Subsketch story dates back to 2002 and the short lived group Def Before Dishonour. DBD were a 3-piece consisting of DJ Mula, MC Trubador & a then 17 year old Subsketch. Arriving out of nowhere, performing alongside some of Adelaide’s best including Delta, Terra Firma, Hilltop Hoods, After Hours and more, DBD wrote and produced an entire album before throwing it away, breaking up and vanishing as quickly as they had appeared. Subsketch cautiously re-emerged as a solo artist in 2004 with … Continue reading Subsketch – Department Of Human Services

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New Joint By Tommy Illfigga

Jim Steps

This is the first of many mixtape joints over jacked beats that Tommy Illfigga is releasing in the lead up to his debut album release in mid August.Tommy’s album Walk a Mile is dropping August 15th – Let your mothers know about this heat! Lyrics I spit in cyphers and I’m known to rock My rap songs are so smoking hot they could catch on to frozen blocks n liquid nitrogen The flow I drop is that strong you listen twice n its like a Tyson hit ya Slippin vicoden n dozing off I’m Wind atop a cliff if ya … Continue reading New Joint By Tommy Illfigga

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Vents Rollin’ Balls Tour

Jim Steps

The wait is finally over with the arrival of Vents new album Marked For Death and fresh tour dates announced this week for SA and VIC – see details below: An imposing live performer Vents has toured nationally with Funkoars, and most recently Hilltop Hoods. In 2007 Vents enjoyed a level of mainstream success with his debut album Hard To Kill. The track Love Song was picked up by Triple j and in the following years he toured extensively, playing festivals such as Big Day Out, Homebake, Summadayze, One Movement and Groove is in the Park. May 13th this year saw … Continue reading Vents Rollin’ Balls Tour

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Ciecmate – Game Over

Jim Steps

We go track by track on the Game Over LP with Broken Tooth Entertainments’s very own Ciecmate. 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 over the past ten years. 1.) INTRO/SANE Ironically, this was actually the last song I did for the album.  I had already made the beat and was holding it and waiting for the right time to use it.  When I had finished all the other songs , I was searching for the right way to … Continue reading Ciecmate – Game Over

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360 – Behind The Scenes footage ‘Throw It Away feat. Josh Pyke’

Jim Steps

Nice little sneak peak at the Throw It Away feat. Josh Pyke video, dropping any minute now.This is the official second single from the forthcoming 360 album Falling & Flying. We hear that the album has been pushed back another month, now to be released mid-2011 on Soulmate/EMI.  Written by Colwell / Behr. Produced by Styalz Fuego. Josh Pyke appears courtesy of Ivy League Pty Ltd. Currently you can catch 360, Pez and Maya Jupiter on the Change It For The Better national tour supported by The Line. More information here. Check out our recent interview with 360, right here. 360: Falling, Flying, Fighting & Fucking. 360  ||  Soulmate Records   ||  Shooshcunt  ||  3ree6ixty Twitter  ||  Continue reading 360 – Behind The Scenes footage ‘Throw It Away feat. Josh Pyke’

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Purpose – If The City Had A Voice Pt. 2

Jim Steps

Adelaide emcee/producer and Pagen Elypsis member, Purpose has recently released a cracking mixtape tilted If The City Had A Voice Pt. 2. A lot of things have happened in the Purpose camp since the release of his first mixtape release If The City Had A Voice a few years ago. Leading up to If The City Had a Voice Pt. 2, Purpose has put out 5 releases both as solo artist and as an integral part of group efforts, toured the country and continued to grow both in and out of the studio as he honed his skills. This mixtape serves as a pre-cursor to his debut … Continue reading Purpose – If The City Had A Voice Pt. 2

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Trem – For The Term Of His Natural Life: Hip Hop, Heads & History (Interview)

Jim Steps

We catch up with Trem as he sets to release one of the most anticipated hip hop releases these shores have seen. The For The Term Of His Natural Life LP has been a long time coming and let us be the first to tell you…it’s nearly here. We catch up with the man from Unkut to talk about the Omega Man single, hip hop history and of course  everything album related.  The first single taken from the upcoming LP release ‘For The Term Of His Natural Life’ Omega Man has gone wild. The limited edition pack sold out across … Continue reading Trem – For The Term Of His Natural Life: Hip Hop, Heads & History (Interview)

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Competition: Win a signed copy of Realizm – Nasty Ill Filthy 12″

Jim Steps

You may have heard of Realizm, you may not have. He’s been cutting his teeth for the better half of a decade in the studio and the stage with a bunch of guest spots littered across various local and international releases. He has recently released a vinyl only 12″ called Nasty Ill Filthy featuring DJ Snair (The Battlehoggs), IDE (Creative Juices) from Brooklyn and Koolta from Adelaide. The vinyl only 12″ features four tracks and their four counterpart instrumentals; all produced by unsung beatsmith Amayze. This is the first project between the two Adelaide natives, with an album currently in the works. The … Continue reading Competition: Win a signed copy of Realizm – Nasty Ill Filthy 12″

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Gzutek – This Is That

Jim Steps

Gzutek releases a free download leading into two upcoming Rawlab Entertainment releases. Gzutek is producing the upcoming 27 Politics – Your Hype Aint Shit EP and will also debut with a solo effort entitled The Silent G Chronicles. Both scheduled for dates later this year. Gzutek – This Is That Trem – Omega Man (Gzutek Remix) Gzutek is also appearing as part of the Rawlab crew support act for the Melbourne sneak previewshow for NJE – Like Food For The Soul.  Saturday, June 25 The Espy (Basement). Facebook Event page.  Tickets here. TheRawlab.com  ||  Zuiebeats.com Continue reading Gzutek – This Is That

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Hunter: The Documentary (Teaser)

Jim Steps

Robert Hunter was once know as the hard man of the local hip hop scene. Like rock stars in the past, hard drinking and drug taking went hand in hand with the music, and nobody went harder than Huntz. When Hunter was diagnosed with terminal cancer in 2009, the last thing he expected was the huge outpouring of respect and support from the music scene he helped to build. Fans and big name artists alike rallied for the fundraising campaign Heat for Huntz, raising thousands of dollars for Hunter and his four year old son Marley. Now aged 35 and … Continue reading Hunter: The Documentary (Teaser)

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New Bias B Film Clip: ‘Midlife feat. Joyride’

Jim Steps

Executed by Full Clip (Heata & Discourse) Midlife featuring Joyride produced by DJ Bonez taken from the album Biaslife. Bias B has been an unrelenting presence on the Australian Hip Hop scene spanning over decades. The Melbourne Hip Hop innovator returns to the mic with another tenacious testament to his craft in the form of Biaslife. The 5th solo release to his name, Biaslife solidly exhibits a maturity and discernment only obtainable after time, persistence, and unrequited dedication to one’s art. Bias has come a long way since his pioneering debut album Beezwax in 1998, just like his local scene. Although Aussie … Continue reading New Bias B Film Clip: ‘Midlife feat. Joyride’

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Big Village – Big Things Vol. 1

Jim Steps

Big Village is an independent record label representing the new wave of Sydney’s finest Hip Hop artists. Tired of jostling for recognition as individual bands. Big Village artists came together to forge a joint identity and carve out new opportunitties on their own terms. Consisting of Daily Meds, Loose Change, True Vibenation, Reverse Polarities, Tuka, Ellequire and Jeswon, Big Village artists are dedicated to producing thought provoking and open-minded music that challenges the status quo. The label was founded by the artists it represents: all members contribute their expertise to the running of the organisation. Wheather it’s event promotions, web … Continue reading Big Village – Big Things Vol. 1