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Fraksha – My Way

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Earning his stripes in the UK’s underground live circuit, Fraksha has proven himself to be one of the UK’s finest MC’s. Having shared the stage with artists like Skinnyman, Kano, Klashnekoff & Blak Twang as a founding member of the UK outfit Nine High, Fraksha spent time honing his craft and sold out two mixtapes, a testament to his tenure in the UK scene.   Opting to move to the greener pastures of Australia in 2006, after a previous visit in 2002/03, Fraksha hit the ground running, joining Aria Award winning Bliss N Eso on their sold out Get Loose … Continue reading Fraksha – My Way

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Bliss N Eso To Headline Red Bull X-Fighters Oct 6th In Sydney (Win Tickets)

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The eyes of the action sports world turn to Australia as Red Bull X-Fighters returns to Sydney Harbour on Cockatoo Island on Saturday, 6 October, with local Sydney trio Bliss n Eso taking stage as the headline entertainment. The Red Bull X-Fighters World Tour pits the best freestyle motocross (FMX) riders from around the globe in a competition of skill and progression as they vie for the richest purse in the history of the sport. From the glittering beaches of Dubai, to the homeland of freestyle motocross in the Southern California foothills, to the history-steeped Neuschwanstein Castle of Germany, the … Continue reading Bliss N Eso To Headline Red Bull X-Fighters Oct 6th In Sydney (Win Tickets)

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Running On Air Live – Out Now

Jim Steps

In May & June 2011 Bliss n Eso embarked upon an historic and record breaking tour around Australia. Performing in front of over 60,000 fans across 14 individual shows, the tour went on to receive critical acclaim and cemented itself as the highest selling local hip-hop tour of all time. Throughout the 2 months on the road the full time film crew managed to capture some amazing moments across the various shows at some of Australia’s most iconic venues and unique locations. In a first of its kind, you will be able to directly rent an online stream or buy a … Continue reading Running On Air Live – Out Now

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Golden Years – Running On Air Live DVD

Jim Steps

In May & June 2011 Bliss n Eso embarked upon a historic and record-breaking tour around Australia. Performing in front of over 60,000 fans across 14 individual shows, the tour went on to receive critical acclaim and cemented itself as the highest selling local hip-hop tour of all time. Throughout the 2 months on the road the full-time film crew managed to capture some amazing moments across the various shows at some of Australia’s most iconic venues and unique locations. A recent vote was held on Bliss n Eso’s Facebook page to decide what track would be released as a … Continue reading Golden Years – Running On Air Live DVD

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Chance Waters – Infinity

Jim Steps

Phatchance is dead, long live Chance Waters. After more than five years actively touring the country and releasing music under the moniker Phatchance – Sydney hip-hop artist Chance Waters has decided to lose the alias and return to his given name on the eve of the release of the lead single and title track to his impending follow up album Infinity. His new single is produced by Adelaide artist-to-watch One Above who recently produced The Hilltop Hoods #1 Platinum selling single I Love It feat. Sia – on track to become the highest selling Australian Hip-Hop single of all time. Infinity … Continue reading Chance Waters – Infinity

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P.Link – In My Element

Jim Steps

Hailing from the notorious district of South Auckland, New Zealand, P.Link & his mother crossed the Tasman at the tender age of 3 in search of greener grasses. Settling briefly in Melbourne’s outer east, His fam quickly decided that coastal life was for them after a weekend visit to his future home – Phillip Island. Along with his partner in crime, J.Mac, P was consumed by the artform and the natural progression to penning their own material was made. A few years later alongside local MC’s – Downpat, Eazy, Lystic, Drummer – Lorne, Keyboarder – Brez & DJ – A-Tap … Continue reading P.Link – In My Element

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Summadayze New Years Eve 2nd Line-Up Announcement – Snoop Dogg

Jim Steps

‘Drop It Like It’s Hot’ this New Year’s Eve in Adelaide! Future Entertainment are excited to announce that The Doggfather himself, Snoop D-O-Double-G, will be joining the already impressive Summadayze line-up with heavyweights such as Bliss N Eso, Pendulum, Justice, Moby, Grandmaster Flash and many more! A superstar of rap, Snoop has transcended musical boundaries, smashed hip hop stereotypes and conquered the charts – while still keeping it real. Now fans in Adelaide will get the chance to experience a full on Doggy Sizzle on New Year’s Eve, as the party kicks off in the afternoon and takes them into … Continue reading Summadayze New Years Eve 2nd Line-Up Announcement – Snoop Dogg

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Horrorshow – Did You Hear?

Jim Steps

Did You Hear? marks the return of Horrorshow, one of the most exciting young hip hop groups in the country. Did You Hear? sees MC Solo paying tribute to some of hip hop’s greats whilst making some irreverent and humorous observations on the local scene.The production sizzles and sparkles under the careful direction of Adit with a little help from a blazing horn section. It’s been another incredible year for the duo – they’ve programmed Rage, sold out countless shows, and rocked festivals nationwide – culminating in their main support slot for arguably the most successful local hip hop tour on … Continue reading Horrorshow – Did You Hear?

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Summadayze Adelaide – New Years Eve

Jim Steps

Black. White. Grey. It’s all a bit blah, really. Where’s the fun? Where’s the excitement? Where’s all the colour gone? Well, Future Entertainment is bringing it back in all of its vivid glory. We’ve found a place where colour thrives, every day and every night. Somewhere you can splash bright green over there, some yellow up there, and sky blue or crazy hot pink everywhere. At any time, anywhere, you can paint the town red, purple, orange or whatever you like. It’s your world, your party, your New Years Eve … so lift the lid and make a splash! Welcome to Colourfornia: where … Continue reading Summadayze Adelaide – New Years Eve

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Summadayze Adelaide – New Years Eve *Win A Double Pass*

Jim Steps

Black. White. Grey. It’s all a bit blah, really. Where’s the fun? Where’s the excitement? Where’s all the colour gone? Well, Future Entertainment is bringing it back in all of its vivid glory. We’ve found a place where colour thrives, every day and every night. Somewhere you can splash bright green over there, some yellow up there, and sky blue or crazy hot pink everywhere. At any time, anywhere, you can paint the town red, purple, orange or whatever you like. It’s your world, your party, your New Years Eve … so lift the lid and make a splash! Welcome … Continue reading Summadayze Adelaide – New Years Eve *Win A Double Pass*

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Bliss N Eso – Coastal Kids: Brand New Video Clip

Jim Steps

After months in the making, Bliss N Eso return with their latest video project, Coastal Kids! Sit back and enjoy Bliss N Eso newest clip, featuring some of the biggest names in the action Sports industry, Including Robbie Maddison, Bilko, Matt Schubring, Dane Searls, Daniel Watkins & more!  The song’s concept revolves around the prominence of the coastal lifestyle in Australia and references many of the outdoor activities and breathtaking imagery that the country is renowned for. Featuring some of the biggest names in the action sports industry, all coming together for this first of a kind music video. From an early stage in their career, Bliss … Continue reading Bliss N Eso – Coastal Kids: Brand New Video Clip

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Xzibit – Australian Tour

Jim Steps

In news sure to thrill hip hop fans, Illusive are pleased to announce the return of hip hop heavyweight Xzibit to our shores in November. Xzibit marks his return to Australia after almost five years with a whirlwind tour that sees him cover 11 venues in a just over a fortnight. Alongside capital cities, X will grace Newcastle, Cairns, Townsville, Traralgon and Hobart for the first time ever. Recognised as a true West Coast stalwart and ‘one of the most respected rappers in the game’ (Rolling Stone), Xzibit first came to public attention in the late ’90s with his debut … Continue reading Xzibit – Australian Tour

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Bliss N Eso – 600 Sounds Festival

Jim Steps

The headline acts at this year’s Armor All Gold Coast 600 have been joined by ARIA Award winning Sydney hip hop sensation Bliss N Eso to complete the two-night lineup for the October event. One of the great Australian success stories in the world of hip hop MC Bliss, MC Eso and DJ Izm have been rapping together from their high school days and been the leaders in their field since the launch of their debut release in 2000. The trio complete the Friday night component of the 600 Sounds Festival of the Armor All Gold Coast 600 at the Broadwater … Continue reading Bliss N Eso – 600 Sounds Festival

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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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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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Bliss N Eso: 2ND Melbourne Show Announced for ROA tour! + WIN The VIP Treatment

Jim Steps

After an overwhelming response and the first show selling out, Bliss n Eso have announced a 2nd and final show at Melbourne’s Festival Hall on Saturday June 4th! This 2nd show will also feature an all-ages floor area, giving younger fans a chance to get even closer to the action. Tickets to the new show will be on sale at 9am on Monday March 28th to the public, however we’re giving you the first opportunity to get your hands on tickets before anyone else! An exclusive 24 hour pre-sale will take place from Thursday March 24 from 12 noon, to … Continue reading Bliss N Eso: 2ND Melbourne Show Announced for ROA tour! + WIN The VIP Treatment

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Bliss N Eso’s National Tour Selling Out Fast!

Jim Steps

Bliss N Eso’s winning streak continues, with tickets to their highly anticipated Running on Air tour being snapped up quickly across the country. Shows at Melbourne’s Festival Hall and the Sunshine Coast SOLD OUT within days. Sydney and Hobart are now on final ticket release, with Brisbane, Mt. Gambier, Coff’s Harbour and Hobart not far behind. The winning towns of Bliss N Eso’s innovative Facebook competition have come out in force. With the demand being much higher than what a standard regional venue can accommodate for, the band have created makeshift venues across the country, performing in the courtyard of … Continue reading Bliss N Eso’s National Tour Selling Out Fast!

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2010 Look-Back Series #4: Fubex – The Next Chapter

Jim Steps

Fubex first began as a battle MC back in 2003, then built up his reputation to become renowned as a hard worker. Fubex released his first album Upcoming back in early 2007 and now brings you his second album titled The Next Chapter. The Next Chapter features appearances from Swanny (Tenfold), 1/6, Wyldcard MC, Ad-wan (Los Theory), Patty Down (Tranquil Artillery), DJ Relik from Turnstyle Records and Unda K9 Record’s DJ Denno. Fubex has previously supported the likes of Bliss n Eso, TZU, Lowrider, Pez n 360, Illzilla, The Typhoons, Phatchance, Motley (United Kindom) and Seth Sentry. Track listings 1. … Continue reading 2010 Look-Back Series #4: Fubex – The Next Chapter

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Elefant Traks Welcome New Signing: Joelistics

Jim Steps

Elefant Traks welcome new signing: Joelistics!! His debut solo album is called Voyager and it drops May 6. From his time with TZU, Joelistics is regarded as one of the most charismatic frontmen in hip hop, one of the best freestylers to have never battled; a true storyteller influenced by shoegazer electronica and folk as much as classic boom bap hip hop. Self-produced and written in France, Mongolia, China and Australia, Voyager taps into themes of travel, modern world paranoia and growing older. The first single airs late March.  Elefant Traks believe he’s got an absolutely cracking record on his hands and we tend … Continue reading Elefant Traks Welcome New Signing: Joelistics

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Bliss N Eso – Biggest ever national tour! The Running On Air Tour 2011

Jim Steps

It’s been speculated about for months, and now its official. Bliss N Eso are taking their explosive live show on the road for their biggest ever Australian tour. After what was without-doubt their biggest 12 months ever, with a #1 ARIA debut, a platinum album, international touring, headlining slots on some of the country’s biggest festivals and main stage Big Day Out performances that blew tens of thousands away. The trio are renowned for their spectacular audio-visual live experience that has set a new benchmark in the genre, and they promise that this will be their biggest and best tour … Continue reading Bliss N Eso – Biggest ever national tour! The Running On Air Tour 2011

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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

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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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Australia’s Year In Music – 2010

Jim Steps

Heath Media, in collaboration with the AU review, is proud to announce the launch of pre-orders for the upcoming Australia’s Year in Music: 2010, with an introductory rate of $59. The book is set to be released on February 7th. Pre-orders can be made at this official website: http://www.australiasyearinmusic.com/ Only 250 copies are being made available during the pre-order period, and we don’t expect them to last. A total of 500 hardcover copies of the 200 page full colour books will be made available in total, each individually numbered. No further hardcover copies will be printed.We are proud to be printing the … Continue reading Australia’s Year In Music – 2010

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Bliss N Eso – Live In Conert New Year’s Day! [Darwin]

Jim Steps

Bliss N Eso have become universally loved for their compelling and energetic live performances. An exhilarating blend of fluid rhymes and banging beats teamed with beat boxing, impromptu freestyling and seamless turntablism make their live shows a brand in their own right, and has seen the group hailed as one of the best live acts in the country. After four years of touring with consistently powerful performances, Bliss N Eso settled down in 2004 to record their first full length album, Flowers In The Pavement. In late 2006, Bliss N Eso’s second album, Day of the Dog, was released and … Continue reading Bliss N Eso – Live In Conert New Year’s Day! [Darwin]

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Whisper: The Free Album feat. Mantra, 13th Son, A-Diction & more

Jim Steps

Whisper is the triple threat. He’s an experienced emcee and producer, plus, the boy can sing! Whisper has been steadily producing beats for over 7 years and rapping for over 10, but he has only just begun to unleash his melodic vocal stylings, at the insistence of those who have worked with him. In 2005, hip-hop crew Equills, consisting of Whisper, and his partners in crime, Mantra and DJ Wax Vandal, released an LP The New Threat to wide critical acclaim. The New Threat shows Whisper’s talent as, not only an emcee, but as a producer, with a large proportion of the beats being Whisper productions. Equills played … Continue reading Whisper: The Free Album feat. Mantra, 13th Son, A-Diction & more

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One Good Reason To Go To This Years BDO – Pagen Elypsis Added To The Adelaide Bill

Jim Steps

The Big Day Out is back in 2011 with the biggest and most diverse lineup ever. As well as the many incredible first timers on offer, the Big Day Out is welcoming back several iconic BDO veterans. From the heaviest to the sweetest sounds in the world today, this will be a sensory overload not to be missed. Featuring Tool, German industrial metal act Rammstein, M.I.A, Lupe Fiasco and more. Plus there’s a big contingent of Australian artists like John Buttler Trio, Angus and Julia Stone, Bliss N Eso, Blue King Brown, Pnau and heaps more. As a part of … Continue reading One Good Reason To Go To This Years BDO – Pagen Elypsis Added To The Adelaide Bill

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Tuka – Will Rap For Tuka (Out Now) + Free Download

Jim Steps

After years of humbly impressing Australian audiences as a member of Thundamentals, Rumpunch and Sketch The Rhyme, it’s now time for emcee Tuka to step to the fore and distinguish himself as one of the country’s most exciting lyrical talents. As comfortable rocking over a stomping Gypsy horn line as he is over Dub-Reggae or a driving Boom Bap rhythm. Tuka’s debut LP Will Rap For Tuka is the culmination of years honing his craft, both in written form and performance and delivers one of 2010’s most diverse efforts right before the buzzer sounds. With only two guests on the … Continue reading Tuka – Will Rap For Tuka (Out Now) + Free Download

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Bliss N Eso – Addicted [Film Clip & Behind The Scenes)

Jim Steps

After 3 months in making, Bliss N Eso return with the highly anticipated clip for Addicted! Shot in stop motion using over 2,200 photos. The clip was shot in a warehouse in West Auckland (NZ) which use to be the headquarters for bikie crew Headhunters. The clip features graffiti from none other Askew One and Dues who spent 6 days straight working their way around the warehouse and used over 300 cans of paint. A big shout out to the Fish n Clips crew who helped make this concept come to reality. Addicted was directed by James Solomon and shot … Continue reading Bliss N Eso – Addicted [Film Clip & Behind The Scenes)

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Mind Over Matter – This Weeks Triple J Unearthed Feature Artist

Jim Steps

Following the release of their lead single Rappers In Wonderland, Mind Over Matter have been announced as this weeks Triple J Unearthed Feature Artist. Since release the single has already been added to spot rotation on Triple J as well as full rotation on Sydney’s FBi. Mind Over Matter will be setting off an east coast tour later this year. http://www.triplejunearthed.com Emerging from Sydney’s vibrant hip hop community in 2006, the duo known as Mind Over Matter quickly established themselves as artists to be reckoned with. Through their highly lauded mixtape For Our Hip Hoppers, they successfully built and earned … Continue reading Mind Over Matter – This Weeks Triple J Unearthed Feature Artist