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Ghostface Killah Australia & New Zealand Tour

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The return to Australasia of one of the most iconic hip-hop artists of our time, Ghostface Killah from The Wu Tang Clan will blaze up Australia and New Zealand this summer! Dennis Coles (born May 9, 1970), better known by his stage name Ghostface Killah, is an American rapper and prominent member of the Wu-Tang Clan. After the group achieved breakthrough success in the aftermath of Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers), the members went on to pursue solo careers to varying levels of success. Ghostface Killah debuted his solo-career with Ironman in 1996, which was well received by music critics. … Continue reading Ghostface Killah Australia & New Zealand Tour

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K21 Change My Way feat. Joy Sparkles

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‘Change My Way’ the first single from Any Given D-Day — K21’s second LP and first under the Golden Era Records label imprint. The track, produced by Hilltop Hoods’ Suffa, is available from today via iTunes and made it’s debut on the triple j Hip Hop show last night. Any Given D-Day is due out towards the end of the year. Stay tuned for the official film clip, dropping soon.  Purchase the brand new single here. Continue reading K21 Change My Way feat. Joy Sparkles

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Boombot Rex 20th Anniversary Wu-Tang Edition

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Always looking to create unique experiences for his fans, RZA partnered with us to come up with a novel way to release Wu-Tang Clan’s 20th anniversary album, “A Better Tomorrow.” Forgoing the traditional model of music distribution, we decided to embed several songs from the album directly into a Boombot REX and release the unit before the general album release date. Units will start shipping November 14th with “A Better Tomorrow Special Play” embedded onto it. The general release of the album will be at a later date. People who purchase this unit will be the first to hear Wu-Tang … Continue reading Boombot Rex 20th Anniversary Wu-Tang Edition

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Saint Surly The Gleaner LWP006

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LWP006: Saint Surly – ‘The Gleaner’ Pt 1 & 2 – 24.10.14 #LWP006 Little Wonder Productions is a hip-hop, funk & soul label involved in the production, manufacturing and distribution of its products on various audio formats. They specialise in small runs and limited editions. Saint Surly is a hip hop/electronic beat maker and visual artist hailing from Brisbane, Australia. Often found collaborating with fellow beat nerd Monster Monster. Saint Surly now combines with Little Wonder Productions to release a brand new project titled The Gleaner, Parts 1 & 2. The Gleaner will drop towards the end of this month and will … Continue reading Saint Surly The Gleaner LWP006

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Jackie Onassis NSY Video & Tour

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After rocking the biggest venues of their careers as part of the recent One Day tour, Jackie Onassis are showing no signs of turning down with the announcement of a series of national club shows to support new single NSY. To get the ball rolling as they steam towards the release of a new album early next year, the duo have thrown down NSY for free, complete with Jackie Onassis’s patented brand of hip hop banger – progressive synths, crisp drums and a big chorus that will settle very quickly in your brain. The tune also comes with a self-produced video clip … Continue reading Jackie Onassis NSY Video & Tour

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Theophilus London’s Highly Anticipated Sophomore Album Vibes!

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Executive Produced By Kanye West Drops October 31st Theophilus London will release his highly-anticipated sophomore album Vibes!, executive produced by Grammy award-winning Kanye West, on October 31. “Kanye West decided he wanted to help the culture through my voice and music,” recalls Theophilus. “He wanted to help me become a better musician and helped mentor me during the process of Vibes! He agreed to be Executive Producer after hearing Neu Law in his car system while driving through Paris.” Joining Theophilus London, legendary Soul and R&B producer Leon Ware serves as the creative producer for the new album. Leon is … Continue reading Theophilus London’s Highly Anticipated Sophomore Album Vibes!

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Bong YZA Rippers EP

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Rippers is the first EP release for Bong YZA, and is available in digital formats through the Brisbane, Australia label Vexed Axis. Bong YZA is the pseudonym for Sydney artist Chris Yates, who began performing under the name whilst on a two year sabbatical in Cambodia. The name borrows the familiar term for which Cambodians refer to each other ‘Bong’ and a stylization of Yates’ last name based on that of the production icon, the Wu-Tang Clan’s RZA. Bong YZA’s first gig was in the Battambang marketplace, overlooking the Ton Le Sap river during a Cambodian cultural festival, performing alongside … Continue reading Bong YZA Rippers EP

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Sonic Architects National Conference

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Featuring Hiatus Kaiyote / Remi / Kirkis / Silentjay & Jace XL Sonic Architects National Conference is touring the nation this November / December, taking four of Australia’s most exciting acts on the road, together! Featuring boundary-pushing Melbourne based artists Hiatus Kaiyote, Remi, Kirkis and Silent Jay & Jace XL, Sonic Architects National Conference is set to be an all out four-hour live sound-clash! This mélange of artists comes together from four disparate schools of sound but all share the same ideology of innovation. Their songs were built in the underground, with no blueprints, designed with intuition and inspiring a new … Continue reading Sonic Architects National Conference

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Official Premiere: Marksman Lloyd You Won’t Be The One (feat. Whisky Winter) Video

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‘You Won’t Be the One’ is the new single from Marksman Lloyd’s EP ‘Rewrite the Ending’. Produced by Die High’s own JL, ‘You Won’t Be the One’ is a synth driven anthem dedicated to anyone that feels like their dreams … Continue reading Official Premiere: Marksman Lloyd You Won’t Be The One (feat. Whisky Winter) Video

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Today In Hip Hop History: Method Man & Redman Release Blackout!

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On this day Sept. 28, 1999 Method Man and Redman released their collaboration album “Blackout!” on Def Jam. 15 years ago today the debut album by hip hop artists Method Man & Redman dropped titled Blackout! It was the first full-length release by Method Man and Redman after many collaborations. The album continued a string of highly successful Def Jam releases in the late 1990s. The album debuted at #3 on the Billboard Top 200 and served as a bit of a precursor to the 2001 major studio film How High. Both rappers enjoyed perhaps the height of their popularity … Continue reading Today In Hip Hop History: Method Man & Redman Release Blackout!

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Joey Bada$$ & Run The Jewels Double Headline Show Melbourne & Sydney 2015

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Live Nation and Niche Productions present two of hip hop’s brightest acts, JOEY BADA$$ and RUN THE JEWELS for two explosive double bill headline shows in Sydney and Melbourne this January. Tickets for all shows go on sale at 10am Thursday October 2.   Niche & My Live Nation members can secure tickets first during the exclusive pre-sale beginning 10am Wednesday Oct 1. For complete tour and ticketing details, visit: http://www.livenation.com.au   Brooklyn’s own Joey Bada$$ has been making “Waves” since 2012, when he burst onto the scene with his lauded debut mixtape 1999, setting the internet alight. This was … Continue reading Joey Bada$$ & Run The Jewels Double Headline Show Melbourne & Sydney 2015

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Kold Heat Drops Next Month

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Karsniogenics & the 750 Rebels present Jake Biz, Lazy Grey & DJ Dcide. Three of Brisbane hip-hop’s finest underground artists comin’ correct with the long awaited latest instalment from members of the infamous 750 Rebels, “Kold Heat”. Following on from the short film prequel to the album “Kold Heat | Bring It To Ya City” DVD released in late 2013, the crew are set to burn up ya sound system with this latest body of work. Because the guys are just so damn nice the first 50 JB Hifi customers to pre-order the album “KOLD HEAT” will receive an autographed … Continue reading Kold Heat Drops Next Month

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Citizen Kay Freedoom

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Freedoom is the new single by Citizen Kay. Taken from the Demokracy mini-album released Nov.7 on digital and CD, the mini-album also includes the singles YES!, Raise A Glass and Manage plus four new tracks and Freedoom. Citizen Kay hasn’t missed a beat since releasing his debut single YES! at the start of 2013. He followed up with two more standout singles, Raise A Glass and the soulful Manage. After releasing singles, touring and reaching audiences around Australia as well as hooking up with the likes of Wiz Khalifa, Danny Brown and Public Enemy for tours, Citizen Kay took time … Continue reading Citizen Kay Freedoom

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Swollen Members Madchild Australian Tour 3 Shows Left

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Award winning Canadian hip-hop outfit Swollen Members have announced the dates for their upcoming headlining tour of Australia in September in support of their recently released new album “Brand New Day”. Formed in 1992 during the golden era of hip-hop, Swollen Members have released many successful albums and collaborated with the likes of Jurassic 5, Nelly Furtardo, Everlast and Dilated Peoples. In 1996 Swollen Members were initiated into the Rock Steady Crew. Swollen Members is one of only three rap groups affiliated with Rock Steady, others include Dilated peoples and The Arsonists. The mid 2000’s saw Swollen Members’ song ‘Heavy’ … Continue reading Swollen Members Madchild Australian Tour 3 Shows Left

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Tailor Made ‘Animals’

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Taken from Tailor Mades’ debut album The String Theory, Animals is a dark and imaginative exploration into the non-human perspective.  This sinister bottom-line reality check is both incisive and relevant, giving listeners a strong first impression of the groups aesthetic and capacity for conceptual depth. The String Theory will be released through Rinsed Out Records on the 7th of November 2014. Purchase  ||  Facebook  ||  Twitter Continue reading Tailor Made ‘Animals’

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Hamley Childs Play

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Following his acclaimed work on Allday’s chart-topping album Startup Cult and Ry’s Nevada mixtape, Hamley is back with a free collection of stellar instrumentals entitled Child’s Play. The diverse seven-track beat tape certainly shows why the 21-year-old Australian beat-maker is quickly becoming one of the most sought-out producers in the country. He weaves in and out of different sounds and styles with ease, from the opening barrage of loud drums and triumphant piano chords on First Things to the dreamy soul of Fly Away and updated takes on classics by Aaliyah and Naughty By Nature. With this release, Hamley shows once … Continue reading Hamley Childs Play

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Don Vitale Feat. Midas Gold Chop About It

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One afternoon not long ago Don Vitale of The Hated got in his car and drove from Byron Bay to the Bedlam studio where he found Midas Gold and producer Brayden Doig. The next morning the trio emerged from the smokey lab with fire, a new single called Chop About It. With the help of Maria Bui and Ellen Taylor a video was not far behind, shot in the studio and around Brisbane the clip is the first of many collaborations to come. With a Midas Gold EP produced by Psywife nearing completion you can expect to see releases from … Continue reading Don Vitale Feat. Midas Gold Chop About It

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Kendrick Lamar Samples Isley Brothers on New Track, ‘i’

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Kendrick Lamar has debuted his new track ‘i’ Kendrick Lamar has returned with his first single since 2012. Entitled ‘i’, the song samples The Isley Brothers’ song ‘That Lady’, previously used in tracks by The Beastie Boys and Charles Hamilton. The song premiered on US radio station Power 106 this morning. The song had a more upbeat, mainstream feel to the songs on Lamar’s acclaimed album Good Kid Maad City and uses the 1973 soul hit as a driving base. It also features the sound of car horns and a jazz breakdown. “If I can say anything about this record,” … Continue reading Kendrick Lamar Samples Isley Brothers on New Track, ‘i’

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Justified Lights, Sounds & Come Downs

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Lights, Sounds & Come Downs is the first full length release from Melbourne based, rapper, Justified. Like a see-sawing rollercoaster ride, Lights, Sounds and Come Downs takes you through the highs and the lows of the life of an aspiring emcee. It often raises questions about mortality, motivation, choices and restrictions but yet maintains the type of ‘oomph’ you’d expect from a 60 inch kicker. This is exactly what people didn’t expect to hear come out of the south-east suburbs of Melbourne, Australia. Clocking in at just under an hour, the release contains 12 tracks of original material and features some … Continue reading Justified Lights, Sounds & Come Downs

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Swilo This Is For

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Swilo is a fresh new artist emerging from Brisbane’s Hip Hop scene. Bringing you the perfect balance of old and new, Swilo’s musical roots draw on classic hip hop, while his delivery of smooth and clever lyrics reflect voices of here and now. It is this combination that give Swilo his unique sound. 2014 has seen Swilo release a collection of tracks via Soundcloud and the debut of his film clip Round Round, a down tempo track boasting hypnotic grooves and an addictive melody intertwined with thought provoking lyrics. Swilo is scheduled to release his debut EP later this year. … Continue reading Swilo This Is For

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Motley, Jesse James and Wyo at Laundry

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“It’s me Motley, DIDN’T I TELL YOU FU**ERS TO WATCH ME?” Live at the Laundry Bar, he’s back alongside Melbourne wave makers Jesse James and Wyo. Hosted by Wyo, the show kicks off at 9 with freestyle battles – raw and pure hip hop at its best! If that’s not enough for you there’s fresh merch giveaways provided by Overnight Gang and Go Gettaz. WARNING: show may contain bar fighting chimpanzees. Upstart Melbourne promoters Underground Hip Hop is proud to make their debut on the scene by bringing you a strong line up and some raw, unplanned freestyle battles! It’s … Continue reading Motley, Jesse James and Wyo at Laundry

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Daily Meds Behind The Radar Tour

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Critically acclaimed hip hop crew Daily Meds are back in force with the first single Behind the Radar, from their as-yet-untitled second LP; follow up to their Australian Music Prize nominated debut record Happy Daze. More energetic and with more blatant power than ever, Daily Meds deftly bridge the gap between the familiar and much-loved local hip hop scene, and a new generation of Australian electronic music, inhabiting a new reality Behind The Radar, where people lie, behind enemy lines, underground and out of control. Blending politically-charged, rapid-flow lyricism, large bass-driven beats and up-front female vocals; Daily Meds have further … Continue reading Daily Meds Behind The Radar Tour

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Yasiin Bey Plus Special Guest Daily Meds

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Only East Coast Side Show Appearance Soulfest in association with International Events Group (I|E|G) are pleased to announce an exclusive Yasiin Bey aka Mos Def headline show on Monday 20th of October at The Enmore Theatre. He is one of Hip-Hop’s most iconic recording artists with a career that spans over twenty years. Yasiin Bey aka Mos Def hails from Brooklyn New York and was a major force in the early nineties underground hip-hop movement appearing on the albums of fellow rapper’s De La Soul and Talib Kweli. Forming his group Black Star on Rawkus Records in 1998 and releasing … Continue reading Yasiin Bey Plus Special Guest Daily Meds

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Cypress Hill Announce Sydney & Melbourne Shows

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With over 18 million albums sold worldwide, a massive back catalogue of hits and their dynamic live show, the group, who have sold out all their previous Australian Tours, will be performing at The Enmore Theatre in Sydney on December 8th and The Forum in Melbourne on December 11th. Cypress Hill have continually pushed musical boundaries since their inception in the early 90’s. The release of their self-titled debut album in 1991 sold over 2 million copies and established them as one of rap’s most potent groups. They followed this up with their sophomore release ‘Black Sunday,’ which debuted at … Continue reading Cypress Hill Announce Sydney & Melbourne Shows

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Elements Common & Yasiin Bey Live In Perth

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Perth’s Hip-Hop show of the year has just been announced, with Common and Yasiin Bey aka Mos Def performing live and exclusive at Metro City on Wednesday October 22nd. This powerhouse duo will bring over two hours of their socially conscious hip-hop to the West Coast, for one show only. With tickets on sale Monday 1st September, be quick because this show will sell out. Common is known as one of hip-hop’s most poetic and respected lyricists. The popular Actor, Author, TV & Film Producer, Youth Ambassador and Designer has released 10 successful albums which easily rank amongst hip-hop’s best, … Continue reading Elements Common & Yasiin Bey Live In Perth

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Hilltop Hoods Cosby Sweater Official Video In GIFS

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Celebrating the brand new Hilltop Hoods Cosby Sweater Official Video, our favourite GIF moments. Hilltop Hoods, have just released the brand new visuals for their track Cosby Sweater, which features a heap of Golden Era members in some stylin’ coogi sweaters. The new clip is directed by Richard Coburn, and produced by Anna Bardsley-Jones for Kojo. Find Hilltop Hoods music on iTunes & Google Play here. Get tickets for the ‘Cosby Sweater’ tour here. Cosby Sweater is lifted from the recently released brand new album from Hilltop Hoods, Walking Under Stars. Get it here. Continue reading Hilltop Hoods Cosby Sweater Official Video In GIFS