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Beaten Bodies The Royal Road

Jim Steps

Beaten Bodies return from hibernation with their brand new offering ‘The Royal Road’ out 09 June 2014. To coincide with it’s release the 7 piece Sydney/Wollongong neo soul collective will hit the road for a series of shows across NSW, QLD and VIC commencing June 13. Formed in 2012 to quench a mutual thirst for funk and R&B, their debut EP saw the band touted as a fresh new group to watch. Inspired by the current musical climate and with a growing need to experiment their music has evolved since those early days and now Beaten Bodies occupy a space … Continue reading Beaten Bodies The Royal Road

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Jon Like Flow Official Video

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Honing his versus into what has become his debut synth jam Like Flow, Papau New Gineau rapper Jon is now set to unleash the video clip. Unlike uncanny impostors- the video nails a Fresh Prince and Space Jam like flow, encompassing the early 90s steez of Will Smith effortlessly. Surrender yourself to some sweet footwork and deep groove with Like Flow. Incomparable with any other hip hop project in Australia, Jon’s versatile and slick flow is set to blow minds with the release of his experimental debut EP“H22 on June 20. Official  ||  Facebook  ||  Bedlam Records Continue reading Jon Like Flow Official Video

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Mind Over Matter Shape Another Heart Feat. Jon Reichardt

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After the success of their powerful single What They Say featuring guest verses from hip-hop heavyweights and touring buddies Bliss N Eso, Sydney hip-hop duo Mind Over Matter have just dropped the brand new LP This Way To Elsewhere today. Pre production on This Way To Elsewhere took place over a two week period with help from producer Matik who has worked with local hip hop legends Seth Sentry, Pez and Bliss N Eso. The remainder of the record was recorded at (one half of Mind Over Matter) MC Smiles Again’s Sydney Studio ‘The Swordfish Tank’. Mixed by Carig Bauer (Lupe Fiasco, Kanye West) This Way To Elsewhere is this duo’s most impressive record to date. Mind Over Matter also … Continue reading Mind Over Matter Shape Another Heart Feat. Jon Reichardt

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Jimblah Brotherman Official Video

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Fresh from his Phoenix album launch dates and standout performance at Groovin’ The Moo, Jimblah drops the video for Brotherman. Directed by Brendan J Doyle (Broken Yellow), it’s a powerful and positive flip on the heart breaking nature of the song. “This story is not just about a stolen car, nor a cycle of crime. It’s about our youth screaming out for help. It’s about a country turning a blind eye to something that should be so close to their hearts.”– Jimblah Purchase  ||  Twitter  ||  Facebook Continue reading Jimblah Brotherman Official Video

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Bliss N Eso I Am Somebody feat. Nas Official Video

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Bliss N Eso have released the highly anticipated video for their latest single I Am Somebody feat. Nas from their #1 Platinum album Circus In The Sky. The clip was shot between LA, where they shot with legendary Queensbridge MC, and their hometown of Sydney. The rapping shots throughout the video are complemented by a storyline by cult video series ‘The Animatrix’. The clip climaxes with the revealing go the unnamed winged character that has graced the covers of the groups last three albums. Bliss N Eso have just wrapped up their massive Circus Under The Stars Tour. Official  ||  Facebook  … Continue reading Bliss N Eso I Am Somebody feat. Nas Official Video

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Hailey Cramer Liquid Confidence

Jim Steps

Australian soul singer, Hailey Cramer’s new single, Liquid Confidence, is now available for purchase via iTunes! Becoming one of the most noteworthy artists in Melbourne’s growing electronic-infused soul scene, Hailey will be launching the catchy nu-soul track at the Northcote Social Club in Melbourne, with special guests Colour Bomb next Thursday 5th June. From humble beginnings to featuring on Pez’s 2008 triple j hit, The Festival Song, Hailey cut her teeth on the local touring circuit playing clubs and national festivals alongside hip-hop artist Pez, before being welcomed into the fold of illustrious roots music giants, Blue King Brown, whom … Continue reading Hailey Cramer Liquid Confidence

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Sprung Hip Hop Festival 2014

Jim Steps

Sprung Festival, Australia’s Number 1 all Aussie Hip Hop event is back for 2014 after another smashing year in Brisbane 2013. After Sprung’s attempt at expansion in Melbourne unfortunately met with licensing and venue issues leading to the cancellation of the Melbourne show, the Sprung Hip Hop crew have stepped back from their plans of potential cat stroking world domination and decided to put an all in effort into continuing to make Sprung Brisbane the must see calendar event that it has been for the past 3 yrs running. After 6 months of planning and washing last year’s dirty taste … Continue reading Sprung Hip Hop Festival 2014

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Chasm Night Vision

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After working together on Chasm’s last album This Is How We Never Die, the two developed a strong collaborative bond. Last year Blak Twang flew out to Australia to hook up with Chasm again. The result was the Night Vision EP, fresh and full of scope. The feel of the EP travels from laid-back and sunny, to moody and dark. Imagery is vividly brought to life by Blak Twang’s expert wordplay. In lead single The Summer, Chasm favours warm strings and laid back beats. Blak Twang along with Aussie emcees Ozi Batla (The Herd/Astronomy Class) and Hau (Koolism/triple j hip … Continue reading Chasm Night Vision

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Joelistics Blue Volume

Jim Steps

Melancholic and raucous, untamed and earnest. Welcome to the chaotic world of Blue Volume, the new album from Joelistics. Available now to pre-order. A messy break up and the tragic loss of a dear friend saw Joelistics escape to Berlin to take some time out and begin work on the follow up to his treasured debut album Voyager. After a sweltering but productive summer, Joel lost an entire album of material when his laptop was stolen. Starting afresh, Joelistics channelled all the raw emotions previously kept out of harm’s reach to make his most compelling and personal record to date. … Continue reading Joelistics Blue Volume

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Mr. Hill & Rahjconkas Flip Violent Soho’s Covered In Chrome

Jim Steps

With 2 albums released in 2 years, they are proof that hard work pays off. None can disregard their passion and drive for making music by constantly pushing the boundaries of hip hop as a genre and striving for a truly unique sound. Mr Hill & Rahjconkas have again began constructing new music with the creation of their 3rd album. The new album will see the pair taking on a more mature roll as song writers and really setting themselves apart in the industry as innovators. Placing firm guidelines down for the new direction and sound. They have taken on a … Continue reading Mr. Hill & Rahjconkas Flip Violent Soho’s Covered In Chrome

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Rawthentic Records The Roster Album Launch

Jim Steps

The Roster stays true to that old Melbourne soundscape painted by the influential crews and artists who held skills and originality before all else. Laden with proper production from Rawthentic favourites – Must Volkoff, Engineer, Brez, Vince Van Go & Sammy Scissors, the 12 track LP also features new names to the boards Koots on the title track posse cut, while Fluent Form makes his production debut with J.Mac on Half Full. Throw in heavy cuts and even a beat from the resident DJ Rellik and you have yourself The Rawthentic Roster. Check the Rawthentic Records crew as they bring their … Continue reading Rawthentic Records The Roster Album Launch

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Freeds Jetski Blues EP Launch

Jim Steps

Heard of Freeds? Well if you haven’t now’s the time because he is a refreshing addition to the hip-hop scene in Australia with a sound like none-other. His honesty shines through over fresh sounding beats with new-school flows, lyrics to impress and melodies that show he is a natural musician. Freeds recently teamed up with Perth beat-maker (Baloo) to release his second EP Jetski Blues in March this year and he has since become one of the most talked about up and coming rappers in the scene. The opening track off Jetski Blues, ‘Little Light’, has already been featured twice on triple … Continue reading Freeds Jetski Blues EP Launch

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TLC Australian Tour 2014

Jim Steps

I|E|G and Ginnen Group in association with MAX are thrilled to announce the very first Australian Tour of legendary 90’s R&B girl group TLC. From humble Atlanta beginnings to global superstardom, 5 x Grammy Winner’s TLC are the biggest selling American female group of all time with a phenomenal 65 million record sales worldwide. With a catalogue of some of the biggest hits of the 90’s including “Creep”, “Aint Too Proud To Beg” and #1 selling single “Waterfalls” through to three Top 5 hits in Australia – “No Scrubs”, “Diggin On You”, and “Unpretty” in the early 2000’s, TLC have … Continue reading TLC Australian Tour 2014

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50 Cent Animal Ambition Out Now

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World-renowned Grammy winning rapper, 50 Cent, has premiered one video clip per week in the lead-up to the release of his highly anticipated fifth studio album, Animal Ambition, which is out now in Australia. The video clips, including the single “Smoke” featuring Trey Songz and produced by Dr Dre, have featured on sites across the world. All video clips, including this week’s release “Twisted”, can be viewed here. The 11 track album features guest appearances from the likes of Trey Songz (“Smoke”), Yo Gotti (“Don’t Worry Bout It”), Jadakiss (“Irregular Heartbeat”), Prodigy and Styles P (“Chase The Paper”) and more. … Continue reading 50 Cent Animal Ambition Out Now

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Peezo Old School Futuristic

Jim Steps

Three words; Old. School. Futuristic, drawing on contemporary Australian and throwback American sounds, this project is the perfect medium. Predominately produced by in-demand producer Cam Bluff, Peezo has taken a huge step forward from Thanks Heaps with the rhyme patterns, melodies and songwriting reaching the potential displayed with early singles Water, Vibe Out and the latest The Come Up. The diversity is apparent from the smooth RnB/Hip-hop track My Way to the boom bap of Vibe Out through to the new school banger The Come Up. This EP sees Peezo planting his foot firmly in the mainstream as an act to watch out for. All … Continue reading Peezo Old School Futuristic

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Mind Over Matter This Way To Elsewhere

Jim Steps

After the success of their powerful single What They Say featuring guest verses from hip-hop heavyweights and touring buddies Bliss N Eso, Sydney hip-hop duo Mind Over Matter have just dropped the brand new LP This Way To Elsewhere today.  Pre production on This Way To Elsewhere took place over a two week period with help from producer Matik who has worked with local hip hop legends Seth Sentry, Pez and Bliss N Eso. The remainder of the record was recorded at (one half of Mind Over Matter) MC Smiles Again’s Sydney Studio ‘The Swordfish Tank’. Mixed by Carig Bauer (Lupe Fiasco, Kanye … Continue reading Mind Over Matter This Way To Elsewhere

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New Unkut Recordings Site & Artist Signings

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Unkut Recordings have just rolled out a fresh and exciting new look to mark an occasion that includes two new fresh and exciting signings to the label. With absolute pleasure we’d like to announce the additions of Kings Konekted and Lflows to the Unkut family. Both acts hailing from Brisbane are a perfect fit to label and with each, a new long play release in full swing, Unkut are excited to be apart of their musical futures. More detailed info to follow regarding their respective album’s, but in the meantime please peep the artist roster pages here for a background check and … Continue reading New Unkut Recordings Site & Artist Signings

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Geko Real Heads Don’t Listen Out Today!

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Enigmatic Geko AKA Phil Gektor makes up one sixth of formidable Melbourne label Crate Cartel. His new album, titled Real Heads Don’t Listen, is out today. Entirely self-produced, Geko has poured his contrarian genius into the album, ensuring every detail has purpose. Consistent with his previous work, Real Heads Don’t Listen further explores Geko’s underground ethos and his satirical take on mainstream society and commercialisation. “I don’t listen to what’s being played on the radio or what’s current, so it’s probably a bit of a time capsule.” – Geko Using samples as his muse, Geko’s production and lyrical themes evolve … Continue reading Geko Real Heads Don’t Listen Out Today!

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Hairy Knuckles I Know You’re Waiting

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Up and coming Sydney producer, Hairy Knuckles has been steadily dropping new music over the last year and is back with another banger. I Know You’re Waiting features an infectious RnB vocal sample, luscious synth pads, and bone rattling bass. Download ‘I Know You’re Waiting’ for free by following the link below and keep an ear out for more Hairy Knuckles music and DJ mixes in the future. Download  ||  Tumblr  ||  Official  Continue reading Hairy Knuckles I Know You’re Waiting

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David Dallas feat. The Daylight Robbery Australian Tour

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Kiwi Hip Hop artist David Dallas is the “artist formerly known as”. Formerly known as Con Psy. Formerly known as one-half of the award winning hip hop group Frontline. Through currently known as “the next big thing”. Dallas first appeared on the New Zealand music scene after label mate P-Money spotted the prodigious talents of the rising star. It was this recognition that led to Dallas’ searing verse on Scribe’s “Not Many – The Remix”. The song heralded the arrival of an untapped rap talent that New Zealand hip-hop was quick to make room for. Eight years on from that 16 bar … Continue reading David Dallas feat. The Daylight Robbery Australian Tour

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360 announces his first national headline tour in two years – Utopia National Tour

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There is one name in Australian music that has changed the game. One artist who can get the room jumping with the drop of a beat. The country’s hottest and most controversial crossover star, 360 is heading out on his … Continue reading 360 announces his first national headline tour in two years – Utopia National Tour

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Miracle Endless Summer

Jim Steps

Summer is quickly approaching (unless you are in Australia), and what better way to kick it off than with a new sunny anthem? Endless Summer is the latest single from local artist/producer Miracle. The breezy track features vocals from Youngblood Hawke and is sure to make you want to stop whatever you’re doing and head to the beach (or at least daydream about it). “Endless Summer is about the rallying hope of a never ending Summer, the feeling of freedom, happiness and tranquillity” Miracle explains. “It’s a poetic love song about a girl who is in essence Summer. She is … Continue reading Miracle Endless Summer

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Kilvington responsible for three deaths

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Three people have died of verbal asphyxiation following the release of Kilvington’s first single, Honey in My Hive. With a misleadingly upbeat title, Honey in My Hive follows one individual’s experience of war. The song describes epic battles while also exploring themes of mateship, morality and loss. As with most wars, the one described by Kilvington is fought over precious resources. Of course, the war on which the song focuses is one involving bees, ants and birds, so naturally the resource they’re waging war over is honey. The accompanying music video follows the life of a war vet as he searches … Continue reading Kilvington responsible for three deaths

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Renegades Of Munk Welcome Back

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Renegades Of Munk are fresh on the scene and are a funk/ hip hop band from Sydney. Fronted by one of the pioneers of hip hop in Australia, Munk aka Munkimuk. Munk is a proud Jardwadjali/ Wotjobulak man known for his production and mixing skills, rapping, breakdancing & as a radio host on Sydney’s Koori Radio. MC’ing since the 80’s he is an accomplished MC, performing internationally as well as nationally playing shows such as Big Day Out, Yabun, The Deadlys, Corroboree, Barunga Festival, AFL, NRL, Arafura Games, Sydney Writers Festival, NT Writers Festival, Carnivale, Stylin Up, Klub Koori and … Continue reading Renegades Of Munk Welcome Back

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Doomzday Dreamerz Creepy Carnival

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Doomzday Dreamerz have released the first video Creepy Carnival, from their upcoming album The Tide Rising. Directed by Timmy Strikez and Casey Boyle, the video is a dazzling display of creepy effects and extras, mixed with raw boom-bap Hip Hop. Filmed mainly at SAE Institute in Brisbane, as well as various other locations over two weekends, the film clip was a massive production involving a huge amount of people. The tide IS rising… and if this video is anything to go by, the Doomzday Dreamerz boys will be bringing us one hell of an album later this year. For more … Continue reading Doomzday Dreamerz Creepy Carnival

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Platinum Pen Addict Of Veracity

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Platinum Pen released a an album titled “invention of the human being” on the first of July 2012. Since then he has shared the stage with the likes of Kerser, participated in the 2012 Elefant Traks Ball with Ozi Batla, The Herd, The Tongue & Candice Monique and more. Platinum Pen’s dynamic live show is huge and features the amalgamation of live instruments and a DJ performing an energetic, thoughtful and unique set. Platinum Pen has been working on his second album Addict Of Veracity for the past 18 months. He has showcased two singles from the LP titled, The Good News and Keep Moving also completing 2 … Continue reading Platinum Pen Addict Of Veracity

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Jon Like Flow

Jim Steps

Papua New Guinea born rapper Jon has been zealously honing his versus into what has become his debut synth jam Like Flow. Signing to Bedlam Records late last year, his deep vocabulary and intensely captivating way with words is now paired alongside producers Psywife forming their own form of hip-hop fusion. Incomparable with any other hip hop project in Australia, Jon’s versatile and slick flow is set to blow minds with the release of his experimental debut EP“H22. Official  ||  Facebook  ||  Bedlam Records Continue reading Jon Like Flow

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Chase & Status Gangsta Boogie feat. Raekwon

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The London based duo, Chase & Status, have just dropped an exclusive re-work of Gangsta Boogie featuring new bars from legendary Wu-Tang rapper Raekwon as well as fresh new talent Knytro, signed to the pair’s MTA Records. Later this month Saul Milton and MC Rage will be heading across the pond to embark on a North American Brand New Machine tour which will see them DJ’ing in various acclaimed venues across the US and Canada. This tour follows the release of their UK #2 charting album, Brand New Machine. Tickets are on sale now. See http://www.chaseandstatus.co.uk for more info and tickets. Continue reading Chase & Status Gangsta Boogie feat. Raekwon