Tag: Australian Hip Hop

Amphead, Pang Productions

MATA & MUST – Paradox Of Minds

Jim Steps

After recently supporting Ghostface Killah at the Espy, Mata & Must are set to set the stage on fire, for their highly anticipated album launch. Founding their own label Pang Productions in 2003, and celebrating their tenth release, this duo has a lot to be proud of. Mata & Must (along with DJ Bogues) launch their long-awaited CD Paradox Of Minds, Friday July 31 at Revolver Upstairs. The guys bring a huge supporting line-up including Raven, Geko, Fluent Form, Discourse, Maggot Mouf & Dekoda, No Name Nathan and Paypercutts. Their debut album Paradox Of Minds was completely self-produced and is out now … Continue reading MATA & MUST – Paradox Of Minds

Illusive Sounds

Bliss N Eso back home

Jim Steps

Bliss N Eso are back home after an amazing sold out tour, but as the lads have admitted that “there is no rest for the wicked”. The guys will have a week off and it will be back to work, we hear that a documentary could be in the pipeline, amongst other things. If you would like to read some reviews of the Flying Colours Tour, check here at FasterLouder. You can also peep some cool photos, like the above shot by badjonni. On a side note, it seems that Bliss N Eso now have over 2000 followers on Twitter. … Continue reading Bliss N Eso back home

Golden Era Records, Major

Hilltop Hoods – Most Searched

Jim Steps

I was surprised to see a familiar picture on the ninemsn website today, as you can see above, the Hilltop Hoods are one of the most searched (once again shattering The Black Eyed Peas glory) . I’m not sure if this is done by search stats or if it is a paid advertisement. Could this be one of the advantages of having a major label distribute for you? Continue reading Hilltop Hoods – Most Searched

The Opposition

BRIGGS – The Gospel According To Briggs

Jim Steps

Before even releasing any ‘official’ music Briggs has been getting plenty of attention around his hometown of Melbourne. Veteran Melbourne MC, Reason has had Briggs at the top of his helper list for the past 2 years.  This multi talented artist with all the street hype of a bootleg Underbelly DVD is ready to knock walls down. He has recently released his debut EP Homemade Bombs with the assistance from Jaytee (Hazard Productions), 76 (Stronghorn Studios) and Trials (Funkoars) to much acclaim. Having completed The Hangover tour with the Funkoars, performing tracks from Homemade Bombs, he’s already back in the … Continue reading BRIGGS – The Gospel According To Briggs

Uncategorized

FIFTY IN FIVE – Research Review

Jim Steps

I found this interesting article written by a PhD student, Sally Hawkins, from Southern Cross University, NSW Australia. Sally is researching and writing on the regulation of political music in the digital environment. The article examines many of the political themes involved in the narrative of the new Hilltop Hoods song, Fifty In Five. The article title “Song Of The Moment – Fifty In Five” gives the reader an intresting perspective on the song and it’s concepts, if nothing else. Below is a little extract from the article, if you’d like to read more you can here. The sheer volume … Continue reading FIFTY IN FIVE – Research Review

Red Tape Entertainment, Shogun

THE OPTIMEN – The Out Of Money Experience

Jim Steps

The Optimen are back in the building with a brand new album! ‘The Out of Money Experience’, is on its way and is due for release on July 31st on Red Tape Entertainment, distributed through Shogun Dist. The album features guest appearances by some of Australia’s most respected, including the likes of Lazy Grey, Pure Product, The Archetypes (Clinic and Proclaim) and Tommy Ill. We also hear whispers of verses by two international rap industry icons! We will provide more information on this closer to the release date. Continue reading THE OPTIMEN – The Out Of Money Experience

Invada

KOOLISM – Umu

Jim Steps

After a three year hiatus, DJ/ producer Danielsan, and MC Hau are back with hip hop act Koolism’s fifth album. It’s titled Umu (pron. Oo-moo). Hau explains that “Umu” is a Tongan word for an underground oven – a cooking technique that is practiced throughout the South Pacific. “It’s a long and tiring process in which to prepare and to cook food slowly and thoroughly, but it’s results are rewarding and enjoyed by all who feast on it. That’s what I feel this album is like. A lot of time, money, heart and soul went into making this album, in … Continue reading KOOLISM – Umu

Golden Era Records1 Comment

Hilltophoods.com relaunched

Jim Steps

Jump online and check out the brand new Hilltop Hoods website. It’s been some time in the making, but April77 Creative has created a truly unique site. Find all the usual, news, info, lyrics. We also see some cool iPhone skins, wallpapers and a dump site. We also finally see some movement on the Golden Era Records website. A short little message, informs us that the Golden Era store will be up and running this Friday, June 26. The Hoods new album and single will be available to buy, with a range of merchandise and DVD’s. More stock to come … Continue reading Hilltophoods.com relaunched

Illusive Sounds

BLISS N ESO – Sold out!

Jim Steps

Bliss N Eso will contend for Urban Work of the year at tonight’s APRA awards. The lads have been nominated for their songs, Woodstock 2008 and The Sea Is Rising. The guys will also be performing, live The Sea Is Rising. Make sure you tune into MAX for a special broadcast, on Sunday July 5 at 8.30pm to catch some of the highlights. In other Bliss N Eso news, the Perth leg of the Flying Colours tour has sold out making the whole tour a complete sell out. Congrats should go to the guys as they have one of the … Continue reading BLISS N ESO – Sold out!

Golden Era Records, Major

HILLTOP HOODS – Double Cover

Jim Steps

Be sure to grab you free copy of Onion Mag and Rip It Up Magazine this week. As we see the Hilltop Hoods, grace both covers in a special double cover edition. We also see an interview from Nina Bertok, talking to the guys about their new album, State Of  The Art, touring and working with Pharoahe Monch.  On a side note the cover pic was taken by Benon Koebsch. Continue reading HILLTOP HOODS – Double Cover

Illusive Sounds

DOWNSYDE – DRAPHT, SPLENDID

Jim Steps

Fans of the beat rejoice! In what will be a huge treat for hip hop fans; two of Australia’s favourite acts are joining together for a special appearance at SPLENDOUR 09. Earlier this year, long time west coast kings DOWNSYDE teamed up with new kid on the block DRAPHT, for a take-no-prisoners performance that proved to be a force to be reckoned with. Both acts took their current albums (DOWNSYDE with All City and DRAPHT with Brothers Grimm) out on the road, on the largest tour either act has taken on for years. With a combined set that’s going to … Continue reading DOWNSYDE – DRAPHT, SPLENDID

Nuffsaid Records, Shogun

James Hartley and Delta

Jim Steps

I wasn’t able to find much info on the man himself, but James Hartley surely lets his pictures speak for themselves. Hartley has had the pleasure of working with many groups by the looks of his blog, but we’re interested in none other than the ‘Lostralian’ Delta. Hartley’s cool style compliments his subject matter and it seems that Delta agrees. James’ blog features a couple of galleries with Delta. We see press shots for Onion and J-Mag and we also see some cool live shots from a concert earlier this year. You can check out these dope shots over at … Continue reading James Hartley and Delta

Elefant Tracks

HIP HOP STAT!

Jim Steps

An intresting little fact was posted on twitter today by J Play (the Triple J watch dog site). According to their statistics, Astronomy Class’ – Where You At?  is currently the most played track on the Lunch show, this year. Congrats go to the lads for dropping a killer album.  Continue to play that aussie hip hop Vijay! Check out the Astronomy Class site here. The guys have also just joined Twitter, check their page here.  Check out the J Play website here. Continue reading HIP HOP STAT!

Major

PHRASE – Secret Track

Jim Steps

Phrase has just recorded a brand new track (produced by M-Phazes) and has given it to the members of his Street Team before he unleashes it on the rest of the world next week.  The exclusive MP3  was sent to the all Street Team members and features a great sample of My People by The Presets. Head to Phrase’s website for more info on the track, also check out how to become a member of the Street Team while you are there. Continue reading PHRASE – Secret Track

Illusive Sounds

BLISS N ESO – Major Announcement

Jim Steps

The Twitter account of Bliss N Eso has had a few msg’s for their follows over the last twenty four hours, many relating to a major announcement. According to a tweet posted 3 hours ago, the major announcement drops today! All indications point to a new clothing label from the guys (INCORRECT) . This could be on the back of the hugely popular Big Undie x Bliss n Eso Collab. We have a preview of the newly created website called flyingcoloursclothing.com (check above). It’s GOLD GOLD GOLD for Bliss N Eso’s, Flying Colours!! So far it’s been a massive year … Continue reading BLISS N ESO – Major Announcement

Major, Obese Records

RALPH MAG x Aussie Hip Hop

Jim Steps

  The June issue of Ralph Magazine has hit the stands and features Skryptcha, Dialectrix and Phrase, all suited up for the fashion section. Skryptcha had this to say about the shoot “We had a lot of fun doing the shoot so please do go check it out, the mag is out on newsstands now with the very, very, very hot – Emily Scott on the cover!” The guys all have a lil’ Ralph style interview in there for a laugh, which I’m sure you’ll enjoy too. Check out the interview with Phrase here. While you are over at the … Continue reading RALPH MAG x Aussie Hip Hop

Obese Records

OBESE RECORDS PROFILE IN ‘MAG’!

Jim Steps

It’s time to grab the latest issue of Mag. In this issue Fable of the Label (Dan Rule), profiles the mighty Aussie Hip Hop giant, Obese Records. Here’s an extract of what Pegz had to say to Dan about Obese Records. “Of the top 10 hip hop artists in the country, eight of them would have come up through Obese Records,” says Tirren Staaf (aka MC Pegz), the 32-year-old owner, creative architect and celebrated rapper behind Obese. “There’s a rich history, people appreciate that.” You can catch the full article online here. You can also pick up a copy of … Continue reading OBESE RECORDS PROFILE IN ‘MAG’!

Golden Era Records, Uncategorized

(Suffa’s) TRIPLE J HOTTEST 100…..OF ALL TIME

Jim Steps

To celebrate 20 years of JJJ Hottest 100, the guys are throwing their collective arms up in the air in a bid for enlightenment and asking you: What is your hottest song of all time? Ok, everyone at allaussie hip hop would love for some Australian hip hop songs to make it in the top 100. So we are putting the call out for your support. Follow the link below and register your top 10 vote. Register and vote here. To get you in the mood, we have Suffa’s (Hilltop Hoods) TopTen. Pete Rock & CL Smooth – T.R.O.Y. They … Continue reading (Suffa’s) TRIPLE J HOTTEST 100…..OF ALL TIME

Butterthief

SOCIAL CHANGE AND BUTTERTHEIF RECORDS

Jim Steps

With the almighty Social Change due to drop their full length album this year, big things are on the horizon, for them, and their label Butterthief Records. Established by Funkwig and Social Change, Butterthief has grown into a strong collective of musicians, DJ’s, producers and emcees. Their aim is to release music, promote artists and further establish Butterthief as a recording label.  Currently Butterthief is working on a collaboration project with various artists, as well as new projects by Dialect, One Above, Metrical Minds and Taylor Made Tactix. You can find some samples of this project at the Buttertheifs Myspace … Continue reading SOCIAL CHANGE AND BUTTERTHEIF RECORDS

Elefant Tracks

(International Year Of) ASTRONOMY CLASS – Exit Strategy

Jim Steps

Marking the International Year Of Astronomy with style: hip hop group Astronomy Class release their second album. The album sees producers Sir Robbo and Chasm build on their signature reggae-blessed hip-hop, brought to life so magically on their 2006 debut, Exit Strategy, while dipping deeper into the sweet soul of Motown’s yesteryear. Ozi Batla makes a welcome return to the mic, brimming with confidence following The Herd’s AIR and J Award winning, ARIA top ten album, Summerland. He delivers his own lyrical stamp on the trials and tribulations of modern life, crafting a sharp-witted and layered listen. John Maddox (bass) … Continue reading (International Year Of) ASTRONOMY CLASS – Exit Strategy