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Converse CONS and Polar Skate Co. Debut First Collection

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Today, CONVERSE Inc. introduces the Fall Converse CONS Polar Skate Co. Collection, marking the brand’s first collaboration with the inspirational Swedish skateboarding company founded by Converse CONS ambassador, Pontus Alv, in 2010. The collection is stylishly embellished with the Polar Skate Co. logo and reflects the creative attitude of both brands. A rising star in the global skateboarding scene, Polar Skate Co. constantly pushes the boundaries of skateboarding culture from its base in Malmö, Sweden – all the while bringing a unique sense of fun, style and creativity that is synonymous with a new wave of brands that are transforming … Continue reading Converse CONS and Polar Skate Co. Debut First Collection

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Adidas Originals x Pharrell Williams

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Beginning of this year, adidas announced a long-term partnership with musician and creative force Pharrell Williams. Today for the first time adidas globally releases the official logo of the collaboration with the confirmation of its first limited edition pieces being available in-store from this Saturday, September 20th, 2014 worldwide. Pharrell Williams and Adidas Originals have released a preview of their first drop street wear collaboration releasing on the 20th of September. The first release consists of two styles the Stan Smith shoe in three colour-ways, and the Superstar track jacket with contrasting 3-stripes. All pieces will be available from selected … Continue reading Adidas Originals x Pharrell Williams

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Ivan Ooze On & On Official Video

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Melbourne indie rapper Ivan Ooze has just premiered the visuals for his hit single On & On, lifted from the recently released Ringwood Rich EP. The clip follows Ooze through a series of stresses but ultimately sees the MC pulling through with his grit and determination. You can view the clip below.  In related news Ivan Ooze, has been announced as a part of the Beyond The Valley Lineup, and will be supporting Cypress Hill in December and playing various other dates including Mikey Hundred’s Laundry Bar show. ‘The Ringwood Rich EP has Ivan Ooze exploring his signature style, expanding … Continue reading Ivan Ooze On & On Official Video

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DJ Premier & Royce Da 5′ 9″ PRhyme Teaser

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DJ Premier and Royce Da 5′ 9″ have just dropped a teaser video for the a brand new collab project titled PRhyme. The short teaser video has Premier and Royce picking out vinyls, where they happen to stumble upon the work of Adrian Younge. This sets them up for a new track, where Royce is spitting some powerful bars about never replacing Guru. We believe there is a full project in the works, we’ll have more info when it comes to hand. “This is for the real hip-hop niggas who would never, ever, ever ask me if I’m here to replace Guru.” … Continue reading DJ Premier & Royce Da 5′ 9″ PRhyme Teaser

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Support the Warriors! The Robert Hunter Cup

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The Eastside Kings and The Westside Warriors will slog it out for The Robert Hunter Cup on Saturday 25th of October at Steel Blue Oval Bassendean, WA. This will be the final Robert Hunter Cup played. All proceeds of the game will raise money to support seriously ill through the Make-a-Wish Foundation, with the aim to beat last years $37,000 + record. Hunter was one of Australia’s most loved MC’s, who sadly lost his battle with cancer in October 2011. His second love after hip hop was AFL, a major supporter of his teams The Fremantle Dockers and local WAFL … Continue reading Support the Warriors! The Robert Hunter Cup

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#KingOfTheTown Winner: Sarah Connor ‘Treason’

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Sarah Connor is an MC, screenwriter and poet from the inner west of Sydney who started pursuing her craft in 2011. She has just been announced as the Briggs #KingOfTheTown Comp winner, with her track Treason. Featured on DJ Skae’s ‘Guestlist’ and currently collaborating with DJ Maniak, Izzy and Anachronism (NSW beatmaker invitational winner 2014) Sarah Connor brings intense spitfire lyricism that is sure to turn heads. Stay tuned for the single KILLBILL dropping soon and the Mahjong EP dropping early 2015. Facebook  ||  Twitter Continue reading #KingOfTheTown Winner: Sarah Connor ‘Treason’

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The Game New Video And Album Cover Revealed

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‘Blood Moon – Year Of The Wolf’ will release 17th October 2014. The Game is one of the true superstars of rap music, sharing hip hop notoriety with 50 Cent, Jay Z, Jeezy and Rick Ross and has sold over 20 million albums worldwide. In addition to being a recording star, The Game has become a TV personality as well, starring in Marrying The Game which has garnered a huge social media following. Watch the video for the first single from the album ‘Bigger Than Me’ here.  Official  ||  Facebook  ||  Twitter Continue reading The Game New Video And Album Cover Revealed

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Apollo Brown & Ras Kass Humble Pi

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Keep Reinventing From intestines to chitlins, from old dusty records to Hiphop, necessity has always been the mother of invention. Nobody knows this better than hip hop stalwarts Apollo Brown & Ras Kass. As Ras Kass’ legacy has been written into the annals of hip hop, he’s watched plenty of his compatriots stumble – something that reminds him of Momma reading Proverbs 16: Pride Comes Before A Fall. With that spirit Ras Kass & Apollo Brown take up the tools of their craft to reflect and recreate some Humble Pi. Directed by Jay Brown, the new video is the first … Continue reading Apollo Brown & Ras Kass Humble Pi

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Announcement: Easy Brings Miracle To Selina’s This October

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Proving to be the heart of Coogee’s now bubbling live music hub, EASY Saturdays at Selina’s announce hip hop’s newest scene-stirrer Miracle will be taking over the dance floor this October 11th following the success of their Spring Break event. With his debut album less than 2 months old, Miracle has an already impressive list of support slots under his belt including purveyors of cool ASAP Rocky, Childish Gambino and Chingy verifying his performance abilities. Add to this his upcoming national tour with 360 and a spot on iHeartRadio’s festival alongside Miley Cyrus, Cody Simpson and Redfoo, makes Miracle a must-see. Ending … Continue reading Announcement: Easy Brings Miracle To Selina’s This October

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Hau Releases The ‘Football, Feasts & Funerals’ Mixtape, Joins Briggs On National Tour

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Prominent hip hop MC, Hau, of Koolism and triple j’s Hip Hop Show has recently released his solomixtape, Football, Feasts & Funerals. Available for download via Bandcamp in digital, signed CD and limited edition cassette tape format, the mixtape uniquely unites hip hop music with Hau’s heritage. In celebration of the release of Football, Feasts & Funerals, Hau will be performing shows around Australia, beginning with the launch event at Sydney’s Play Bar on Saturday 20th September before hitting the road with Briggs for his Sheplife Tour throughout October and November. Serving as an introduction to Hau as a solo … Continue reading Hau Releases The ‘Football, Feasts & Funerals’ Mixtape, Joins Briggs On National Tour

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Phillips M1X-DJ

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Philips and Armin van Buuren are proud to announce the launch of the M1X-DJ sound system, allowing all music fans the opportunity to mix, play and share their music in one “Fans often ask me what equipment they should buy when they want to start mixing themselves,” said Armin. “A lot of kit can be expensive, so with the M1X I wanted to create something that’s accessible for everybody. The other great thing about the M1X is that you can play it wherever you want, whether that’s the beach, the park or your street: it’s the ghettoblaster reinvented for today.” … Continue reading Phillips M1X-DJ

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Mobb Deep x Timberland

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Timberland pays respect to the legendary Queens rap duo Mobb Deep with these upcoming Level 61 Boots. The classic six-inch silhouette features a rich brown leather upper, complemented with metal eyelets, two-tone nylon rope laces, and a cushioned contrast green nubuck collar. Timgberland’s signature high-traction and durable rubber lug outsole rounds out the details. Continue reading for close-up images – as well as a brief introductory video — and expect the Mobb Deep x Timberland Level 61 Boots to launch September 20th at select Timberland retailers, including various DTLR locations. Via Freshness Mag Continue reading Mobb Deep x Timberland

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Wiz Khalifa Graces Cover 2-Of-2 Of The Source’s 2014 Power 30/SOURCE360 Issue

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The Power 30/SOURCE360 issue also marks a great time for The Source, as we prep for The SOURCE360 Weekend (Sept. 19-21), which will be 3 days jam packed with panels, showcases, expos and our SOURCE360 Concert at The Barclays Center. It’ll be a 100% total Hip-Hop culture experience that you just can’t miss, and we invite you to have a look at the full details including ticket pricing, info, and a SOURCE360 program schedule on http://www.source360.com. In addition to that, we have our annual Power 30, Digital 30 and Radio 30 lists that break down the top 30 movers and … Continue reading Wiz Khalifa Graces Cover 2-Of-2 Of The Source’s 2014 Power 30/SOURCE360 Issue

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Speekup The Lost City of Secrets

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A fierce and passionate MC, Speekup has been working tirelessly at his craft for well over a decade. From unreleased demos to countless open mics and battle nights, Speekup has delivered his brand of lyricism straight up raw with a no-nonsense approach. Speekup has taken the time to develop his own unique and unconventional style yet he rhymes with substance in a way that pays respect to the architects that have come before him. Having spent years waiting in the wings receiving guidance from some of South Australia’s most recognised emcees, Speekup is now poised to take his music to … Continue reading Speekup The Lost City of Secrets

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Mickey Deville The Killing Floor

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Mickey Deville, has just dropped two new promo tracks, from a soon to be announced/released promotional maxi-single called The Killing Floor. The first track is titled After Rap and features DJ Kewstion (Jedi Mind Tricks) with production by Mikey Bingo. The second promo track is titled Seek & Strike which features Diabolic & Cappadonna (Wu-Tang), with production by Vherbal. You can stream the new tracks below. Facebook  ||  Twitter Continue reading Mickey Deville The Killing Floor

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PNC 100 Cups Pt. 2

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Veteran kiwi artist PNC returns with a massive sequel to his recent album The Codes’ popular anthemic hit, “100 Cups“. What originally began as a standard remix quickly morphed into a beast all its own. Featuring frequent collaborators David Dallas, Jordache & Pieter T, “100 Cups, Pt. 2” is produced by the fast up & coming Matt Miller. A complete departure from the original, PNC & co opt for a broodingly sinister backdrop to display their signature provocative & self-assured lyricism. A New Zealand On Air funded video for “100 Cups / 100 Cups, Pt. 2” will be released late … Continue reading PNC 100 Cups Pt. 2

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Munchies Unveils New Episode Of ‘Fuck, That’s Delicious Featuring Action Bronson

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Munchies (VICE’s food channel) announces the release of the newest episode of Fuck, That’s Delicious featuring Action Bronson.  On this episode of Fuck, That’s Delicious, Action Bronson take us to the most out of bounds, unreal food tour of New York City ever committed to film. Mr. Wonderful allowed us access to ground zero of baklava production, his Aunt’s house. We also got an all access tour of Kew Garden’s most exclusive pizza parlour, Dani’s House Pizza. If all of this wasn’t enough, Action made his milk shake dreams come true by visiting desert iconoclast, Christina Tosi, at Milkbar to … Continue reading Munchies Unveils New Episode Of ‘Fuck, That’s Delicious Featuring Action Bronson

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Peezo My Way Official Video

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The Oldschool Futuristic rapper, Peezo has today premiered his brand new clip for the hot new single My Way. “I do it my way” seems to be a recurring theme for the Byron Bay born kid, now based in Melbourne’s North side; fresh off the back of his banging west coast influenced track Skeletons, Peezo brings you the video for My Way a smooth, keys driven, R&B influenced track from Old School Futuristic; centered around the distractions and doubters that constantly pigeon-hole him as an artist. This honest and catchy track from Peezo is a must listen with the impressive visuals … Continue reading Peezo My Way Official Video

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Arnette teams up with Public Enemy for limited edition eyewear

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In celebration of hip-hop pioneers’ 25th anniversary This year marks Public Enemy’s 25th Anniversary, and Arnette is celebrating with a limited edition frame, reflective of the group’s classic outlaw inspired style. Arguably one of the greatest and most influential hip-hop acts in history, Public Enemy has collaborated with Arnette to create the exclusive Arnette Witch Doctor x Public Enemy colourway, which is the latest addition to Arnette’s “Uncommon Projects” eyewear initiative. The limited edition eyewear is set to ignite fans around the world who can own and wear their very own slice of PE history. The Arnette Witch Doctor x … Continue reading Arnette teams up with Public Enemy for limited edition eyewear

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The Grandmaster Flash Collection Track By Track

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One of the biggest and greatest hip-hop DJ’s Grandmaster flash has recently released a compilation album and has given a track by track review of why he plays certain songs. The album features songs from legends such as Nas, A Tribe Called Quest, the Sugar Hill Gang, Eric B and Rakim and a host of more classic hip-hop tracks from some of the greats. Grandmaster Flash does a track by track selection on Afrika Bambaataa – Planet Rock, Nas – The World Is Yours, Rob Base & DJ ez Rock – It Takes Two, Eminem – Lose Yourself, A Tribe … Continue reading The Grandmaster Flash Collection Track By Track

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Hayds Royale feat. Indighost & Suavess Official Video

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Hayds is an up and coming emcee hailing from Canberra, he is also a member and one third of Words Eye View. He has just released a brand new track titled Royale which features Indighost & Suavess. The new single was released alongside a killer video, which is directed by the homie Rush Photography. Royale is was produced, recorded and mixed by Hayds for Smithgrind Entertainment and mastered by Ben Kramp at Earthshake Audio. Royale is available now as a free download below. Continue reading Hayds Royale feat. Indighost & Suavess Official Video

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Mol One to release 7″ vinyl Overstand Records

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The next Overstand release will be a limited edition 7″ vinyl featuring emcee Mol One, with production from Dazed. Keep an eye out in the next few months for more info. For now check out the brand new net banger titled The Real featuring production from The Oil Baron. You can do that in the player below.  Facebook  ||  Soundcloud Continue reading Mol One to release 7″ vinyl Overstand Records

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Call Of Duty®: Advanced Warfare Multiplayer Hands-On At The EB Games Expo 2014

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Xbox to proudly host first Call of Duty®: Advanced Warfare hands-on in Australia Playable only on Xbox One Activision, Sledgehammer Games and Xbox are bringing Call of Duty®: Advanced Warfare to the EB Expo in Sydney from October 3. There will be 36 multiplayer stations at the Xbox booth, giving Australian fans the first and only opportunity to play Advanced Warfare ahead of the release of the Day Zero Edition, which grants fans who pre-order the game early access, 24 hours before the November 4 standard edition release. Fans will have the chance to experience 4 multiplayer game modes which … Continue reading Call Of Duty®: Advanced Warfare Multiplayer Hands-On At The EB Games Expo 2014

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Diabolic Game Time feat. Sean Price & Vinnie Paz (Prod. by 5th Seal)

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A trio of rugged rhymers: Sean Price, the Brooklyn-bred lyricist that’s quick to knock your block off Jailhouse Rock style; Diabolic, the aggressive Suffolk County rhyme sayer that spits with reckless abandon; and Vinnie Paz, the misanthropic Philly native who stays ready for battle, all make up the foundation for “Game Time,” the latest release from Diabolic’s forthcoming Fightin Words LP, that’s set to drop 9/16. Although Diabolic might not be a household name just yet, his accolades are worth mentioning: earning a spot on Billboard’s Hip Hop and R&B charts, as well as receiving the HHUG Best Album of … Continue reading Diabolic Game Time feat. Sean Price & Vinnie Paz (Prod. by 5th Seal)

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Nix & Pat Psyfa Difference (In Love) feat. Oddisee & Olivier Daysoul (Prod. P.R)

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Canberra based emcee Nix, along with Pat Psyfa have just dropped a brand new single titled Difference (In Love). It is produced by the homie P.R and features vocals from Oddisee and Olivier Daysoul. The single, will be released on their upcoming EP, Venture Capital. The EP will be produced entirely by P.R and features aforementioned Oddisee, Olivier Daysoul, Fashawn and more. Check out the new track above. Nix  ||  Pat Psyfa  ||  P.R Continue reading Nix & Pat Psyfa Difference (In Love) feat. Oddisee & Olivier Daysoul (Prod. P.R)

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Tall Black Guy Australian Tour

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Multi-genre American producer Tall Black Guy comes to Perth in his first Australian tour Detroit hip hop, soul, jazz producer Tall Black Guy plays his debut Perth set at The Manor, Leederville on Friday 19th September 2014. Supported by local singer Mei Saraswati, duo Move DJ’s and veteran DJ Charlie Bucket, the multi-genre producer will be bringing his sought-after sound to The Manor. TBG productions are filled with incredibly clever sample flips and deft production chops and he is considered one of the most influential producers working today. TBG counts DJ Jazzy Jeff, J Rocc and Questlove as some of … Continue reading Tall Black Guy Australian Tour

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Coin Banks Someone

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West Australian emcee and producer Coin Banks has recently premiered his brand new single, and it’s official out today! Titled Someone, the new single is lifted from his upcoming Tails EP, the companion piece to the 2013 release, Heads EP. After an impressive performance at BigSOUND in Brisbane, Coin is gearing up to unleash his the brand new EP. Someone is an honest track featuring Anders and The Ruby Horns, with production from Mr. Troy. Richard Kingsmill of triple j, has already praised the track “It’s a heart on the sleeve feel good song.” You can stream the track below … Continue reading Coin Banks Someone

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Context & Jimmy Flipshyt + Stateovmind Duel EP Launch Tour

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Context & Jimmy Flipshyt and Stateovmind are hitting the road for their “Dual EP Launch Tour”, launching Context and Jimmy’s Fire In The Basement EP and Statovmind’s The Crate Tape EP. CANBERRA Transit Bar Friday, September 5 MELBOURNE Laundry Bar, Friday September 12* FREE ENTRY CAIRNS 12 Bar Blue, Saturday September 27 Tickets: $15 (Buy online and get a free instant download of the “Fire In The Basement” EP) SYDNEY The Lansdowne Hotel Friday October 3** Jimmy will also be playing a DJ set at Hustle & Flow in Redfern on the Saturday the 4th. NEWCASTLE The Cambridge Hotel Sunday … Continue reading Context & Jimmy Flipshyt + Stateovmind Duel EP Launch Tour

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One Day Tour Stop Motion Video

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Fresh from their #2 ARIA album chart debut, One Day are already two shows deep into their nation wide tour. Landing in Adelaide this Friday night and then onto Perth for Saturday, the tour will see the crew comprising of Horrorshow, Spit Syndicate, Jackie Onassis and Joyride play individual sets culminating with an all-in finale. This will be the first time the entire One Day crew will be on stage together. You can see the remaining dates below. One Day Tour Presented by One Day Entertainment, Artist Voice, triple j & Elefant Traks Friday 12th September – HQ, Adelaide Saturday … Continue reading One Day Tour Stop Motion Video