Tag: Australian Hip Hop

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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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Crate Cartel Records are proud to announce: Raven – The Ravenous Tour 2011

Jim Steps

Fresh off the release of his sophomore album Ravenous 20Ten, Raven with label mates Fluent Form and Discourse and newjack Myk Reid will be bringing the album live to Australia on The Ravenous Tour in 2011. Since its release in late 2010 Ravenous 20Ten has fast been touted as one of the best albums of the year and Raven has been praised as one of the country’s best emcees. With a live performance career spanning over 5 years Raven has developed a powerful stage presence and improvisational performance full of thought provoking lyrics and neck breaking antics. This being Ravens … Continue reading Crate Cartel Records are proud to announce: Raven – The Ravenous Tour 2011

Elefant Tracks

Horrorshow announce ‘One Day At The Basement’ featuring Spit Syndicate & Joyride

Jim Steps

Presented by Elefant Traks and New World Artist Horrorshow announce One Day At The Basement featuring Spit Syndicate & Joyride Sunday March 6th at The Basement, Circular Quay. Built on humble foundations, the Horrorshow mini-juggernaut continues with a completely unique one-off acoustic show at The Basement with Spit Syndicate and Joyride. The enthusiasm Sydney has shown towards this young duo is astonishing: over the last 18 months every Sydney show has sold out. Adding to that, they’ve been selling shows out left right and centre all over the country, and filling tents to capacity at Splendour in the Grass, Pyramid … Continue reading Horrorshow announce ‘One Day At The Basement’ featuring Spit Syndicate & Joyride

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The ‘SA Hip Hop For Flood Relief Fundraiser’ has sold out!

Jim Steps

The ‘SA Hip Hop For Flood Relief Fundraiser’ has sold out! Shout outs to everyone for supporting our Queensland cousins in their time of need. With 10 acts and 5 DJ’s coming together this is looking like being a huge night!! A big shout out also goes to April77 for doing the artwork for free, Blue Max Music for helping to organise the event and all the artists involved for donating their time. A massive shout out goes to The Gov for hosting the event and for donating proceeds from the bar on the night, what an amazing gesture from … Continue reading The ‘SA Hip Hop For Flood Relief Fundraiser’ has sold out!

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SA Hip Hop For Flood Relief feat. K21, Pagen Elypsis, Simplex, Social Change, Funkoars & Hilltop Hoods

Jim Steps

On the 27th of January, SA’s Hip Hop community will be coming together at The Gov to raise money for the QLD flood relief. Hilltop Hoods, Funkoars, Vents, Simplex, Social Change, K21, Pagen Elypsis, Mase N Mattic are all on the bill with more acts to be announced shortly. The night will be hosted by Trials and tickets are only $20 so get in quick. A big thank you to The Gov who will be donating proceeds from the bar towards the QLD flood relief as well. This will be Hilltop Hoods only show in Adelaide this year!!! Purchase Tickets … Continue reading SA Hip Hop For Flood Relief feat. K21, Pagen Elypsis, Simplex, Social Change, Funkoars & Hilltop Hoods

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Illy – The Chase Tour with special guest M-Phazes

Jim Steps

Melbourne emcee Illy is taking his breakthrough sophomore album The Chase on the road with a huge run of national tour dates throughout February, March and April. The Chase Tour will see Illy hitting up major cities and regional centres around the country. Along for the ride is producer and good friend M-Phazes. Since it’s release, The Chase has received rave reviews from all corners of the media (“…one of the country’s best hip-hop releases” – J-Mag) and catapulted Illy to the forefront of the greater Australian music community. The lead single It Can Wait feat. Owl Eyes took music … Continue reading Illy – The Chase Tour with special guest M-Phazes

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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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Sydney Hip Hop Artists Unite for QLD Floods Relief

Jim Steps

GigTone is proud to present: Blood’s Thicker Than, Water (Sydney Hip Hop QLD Floods Relief Gig) Wednesday 19th January @ Tone. Sydney’s Hip Hop elite has banded together to hold a fundraiser for victims of the Queensland Floods – some of which have family or friends directly affected, and everyone jumped at the chance to help out. Blood’s Thicker Than Water will feature a special appearance from Melbourne’s Briggs (Golden Era) and a stellar line-up of Sydney hip hop acts including Ozi Batla (Elefant Traks), Spit Syndicate (Obese), The Tongue (Elefant Traks), Dialectrix (Obese),  That’s Them, The Last Kinection (Elefant … Continue reading Sydney Hip Hop Artists Unite for QLD Floods Relief

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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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Pagen Elypsis among headliners for Elizapalooza this Saturday [ADL]

Jim Steps

The northern suburbs festival Elizapalooza returns for its third year with Poetikool Justice and Pagen Elypsis among the headliners for the event at the Northern Sound System, this Saturday January 15 that will feature an indoor and outdoor stage with live music, as well as a chill out room featuring DJs. Unlike previous years, the 2011 installment of Elizapalooza features a South Australian-only line-up of music across the rock, electro, hip hop, punk, metal and pop spectrums, as festival organiser PJ Murton explains. “Adelaide has one of the richest sources of contemporary music in Australia, you just need to look … Continue reading Pagen Elypsis among headliners for Elizapalooza this Saturday [ADL]

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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

Independent

Dazed & Flawlezz – Land Of The Savages EP (Out Now)

Jim Steps

Dazed & Flawlezz have just released a free 6 track EP titled Land Of The Savages, for free digital download available on http://www.dazedflawlezz.com. It features beats from Geko, Ciecmate, Mizari as well as Dazed. Only guest shots are in a form of a 6-minute posse cut featuring Maggot Mouf, and D&F’s Sydney crew Grand Arkiteks. Land Of The Savages is the official pre-album for Dazed & Flawlezz debut (as of yet untitled) LP due before mid year, which features production from Vanderslice (Vinny Paz, AOTP, Maundz etc), Must, and also Dazed. Dazed & Flawlezz – Land of the Savages EP … Continue reading Dazed & Flawlezz – Land Of The Savages EP (Out Now)

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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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The 2011 Spin DJ Comp: Call Out To Adelaide DJ’s

Jim Steps

Got what it takes to spin your tracks at the Adelaide Fringe 2011 Opening Night? The 2011 Spin DJ Competition is on the hunt for Adelaide’s best DJs and producers, with one lucky winner chosen to play the set of a lifetime at the Adelaide Fringe 2011 Opening Night!

 To crown the winner, four finalists will battle it out live in a Spin Off at Rocket Bar on Friday 28 January. A team of judges from Nova 919, Onion Magazine and the Adelaide Fringe will choose the winner based on their originality, onstage performance and technical ability. WHAT YOU WIN: … Continue reading The 2011 Spin DJ Comp: Call Out To Adelaide DJ’s

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Dialects Top Ten Tracks For 2010

Jim Steps

Emcee Dialect has had a massive 2010. Teaming up with producer Despair the two hip hop dynamos tore 2010 up with the stunning release of their album The Vortex.  Dialect takes some time out to delve into the year that was, with a in depth round-up of his top ten tracks for 2010. Trem- Omega Man One the most anticipated releases in Australian Hip Hop history, this is the first single ‘Omega Man’ off Trem’s forthcoming album ‘For the Term of His Natural Life’. With Melbourne king Prowla on the beat and cuts and Trem delivering two outstanding verses, proving … Continue reading Dialects Top Ten Tracks For 2010

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Dazed & Flawlezz – Land of the Savages EP {First Look}

Jim Steps

Dazed & Flawlezz are set to release Land Of The Savages, a 6 track EP released this Thursday (6th) for free digital download on http://www.dazedflawlezz.com. It features beats from Geko, Ciecmate, Mizari as well as Dazed. Only guest shots are in a form of a 6-minute posse cut featuring Maggot Mouf, and D&F’s Sydney crew Grand Arkiteks. Land Of The Savages is the official pre-album for Dazed & Flawlezz debut (as of yet untitled) LP due before mid year, which features production from Vanderslice (Vinny Paz, AOTP, Maundz etc), Must, and also Dazed. Dazed & Flawlezz – Land of the … Continue reading Dazed & Flawlezz – Land of the Savages EP {First Look}