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Brisbane, what the fuck is in your water?

Jim Steps

Fundamental Elements release The Prerequisite on Clockwork Records Brisbane, what the fuck is in your water? It’s a question we’ve been asking ourselves for a moment now. As a whole, the Hip Hop scene in Australia has always prided themselves on ‘staying true to the art’. Whatever your interpretation of that broad sweeping statement may be. If we take a closer look, there are few cities that embody that ethos perfectly. Some would argue none more so than Brisbane. The hip hop coming out of Brisbane lately has been outstanding. It continues to rate as some of the best underground hip hop from … Continue reading Brisbane, what the fuck is in your water?

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Fundamental Elements 6 Feet Deep

Jim Steps

Fundamental Elements have long shared a vision to put the Boom-Bap back into a local rap scene that has, at times, somewhat lost focus. Both rappers have been able to cage the energy of a live gig and hype of a full house in the studio and unleash it through their recordings. Their honest and direct lyrical approach to personal issues, politics and representing hip hop culture is laid over rap tracks cooked by seasoned beatsmiths Leaf Dog, Soley & FE’s own Pleura. F.E. are on the move! Early 2013, F.E. dropped their second EP, The Homecoming. Production came primarily … Continue reading Fundamental Elements 6 Feet Deep

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Fun Not Fame Mixtape Vol. 3

Jim Steps

Mixed By DJ Backlash Fun Not Fame III mixtape, is an unregulated assault of hip-hop knocking out ear canals like a Tyson left hook, cocked and loaded by the Velvet Couch commission. This is the third wave of yet another arsenal of dope weaponry made locally, mixed by DJ Backlash and mastered and produced at Clockwork Studios by Sneaky-T and Pleura (Fundamental Elements) who cut and prepared a sharpened cache of only the realest of independent hip-hop. MCs involved in the operation represent a strong contingent of Australia’s independent and unmerciful collective withinternational allies in Sean Strange (U.S.) and with … Continue reading Fun Not Fame Mixtape Vol. 3

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Fundamental Elements The Sickness

Jim Steps

It’s been a moment since the last Fundamental Elements release, but they’re back and better than ever, ready to deliver more quality boom gap for the heads. In preparation for their upcoming EP entitled The Prerequisite, we are proud to announce the official launch of the first single and film clip, The Sickness. You can check out the brand new official film coup of The Sickness feat. Nuggy Gee, Insideus & DJ Upryt below. The Prerequisite EP also features DJ Johnny Love, DJ Upryt, Nuggy Gee, Insideus, and production from Leaf Dog (High Focus Records), Soley & Pleura. FE will … Continue reading Fundamental Elements The Sickness

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Top 20 Tracks We Didn’t See In triple j’s Hottest 100

Jim Steps

With triple j’s Hottest 100 taking over the airwaves and all of our social media feeds on the weekend, we’ve decided to release a list of the top 20 tracks that we didn’t see in this year’s Hottest 100.  With all the great music in Australia, it’s hard for everyone to get a top 100 spot, but it doesn’t mean that there aren’t artists out there who are deserving of this recognition. In no particular order we’ve picked a sample of these artists and tracks, and have listed them below for your enjoyment. Doc Felix – The Right Direction feat Dialect … Continue reading Top 20 Tracks We Didn’t See In triple j’s Hottest 100

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Watch: Fundamental Elements Independence

Jim Steps

Clockwork Records are proud to announce the release of Fundamental Elements’ second film clip for the single Independence, taken from their 2013 EP The Homecoming – available now as free download.   The clip, filmed in & around FE’s home town of Brisbane, pays homage to the hip-hop culture and also features a huge range of rare & classic local hip-hop vinyl. This track is dedicated to all the independent artists, labels & crews doing their thing & of course all the hip hop heads & fans out there – this is for you!     Film Clip by Mindkill. Directed by Azzamate. Produced … Continue reading Watch: Fundamental Elements Independence

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Fun Not Fame Mixtape Vol. 2

Jim Steps

Brisbane’s Clockwork Records & Velvet Couch Clothing are proud to release the Fun Not Fame Mixtape Vol 2 featuring a massive lineup of local and international artists. The mixtape is released nationally via free download from VC Clothing.  The huge lineup consists of local artists such as Tommy Illfigga, Dwizofoz, Rainman, Kel Timmons & Yuni Huzami, Fundamental Elements, Kryptamistik, Def Man Walking, Dunn D & many more, as well as US underground heavyweight Diabolic. VC Clothing  || Clockwork Records  ||  CR Twitter Continue reading Fun Not Fame Mixtape Vol. 2

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Fundamental Elements – The Homecoming EP

Jim Steps

One of the freshest acts out of Brisbane have emerged from the studio with their 2013 EP, The Homecoming. The 5-track project picks up where the pair left off, following off from their 2008 EP Living Secrets, providing that same grounded sound with a Boom Bap theme for which the duo are synonymous but with a noticeable growth on wax work. Like they never fell off, they’re back on the play button. Please welcome back the Fundamental Elements and pump the volume! This latest effort contains production from Vegas Aces’ Cam Bluff, Species and Pleura and track cuts from special guest, Johnny … Continue reading Fundamental Elements – The Homecoming EP

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Fundamental Elements – The Homecoming

Jim Steps

With a vision to produce classic boom bap rap music, MC’s Species & Pleura bring a grounded sound back to a scene that has somewhat lost focus at times. Shaping their honest & direct lyrics to focus on personal life, politics & hip hop culture into modern day classic rap tracks, Fundamental Elements manage to seamlessly capture the hype of their party vibe & energetic live show in the studio.  Along with the help of seasoned DJ Johnny Love, a recent new addition to the crew at all live shows. Clockwork Records are proud to bring you the first film clip … Continue reading Fundamental Elements – The Homecoming