Danny Brown to Release ‘Old’ on October 8, 2013

After two solid years of universal acclaim and non-stop touring around the globe, Danny Brown jumps from “artist to watch” to undeniable icon with his magnum opus, Old, which will be released on October 8, 2013. This emotionally-charged concept album is an intoxicating mix of Danny at his most experimental AND most accessible, balancing hip-hop grit with electronic club sonics and much, much more. Featuring guest appearances from A$AP Rocky, Schoolboy Q, Freddie Gibbs, Purity Ring, Charli XCX, and more over production from the likes of A-Trak and Rustie, Old is a psychedelic portrait of rap’s most vital and exciting … Continue reading Danny Brown to Release ‘Old’ on October 8, 2013

Wiz Khalifa & A$AP Rocky – Melbourne One Show Only

Niche and Totem Onelove Group are proud to present an exclusive Melbourne show featuring two of the world’s freshest acts in hip-hop, Wiz Khalifia and A$AP Rocky. The dynamic artists will be performing in what is expected to be one of the biggest double-header shows of the year. Making his debut appearance in Australia, the Grammy nominated, Wiz Khalifia will be joined by co-headliner, A$AP Rocky, who returns to our shores after a sold out tour earlier this year. Recognised as two of America’s next generation of rap royalty, fans can expect Wiz and A$AP to bring their game with explosive … Continue reading Wiz Khalifa & A$AP Rocky – Melbourne One Show Only

The Roots Sydney & Melbourne Headline Performances with Special Guest Urthboy

The Frontier Touring Company and Illusive have announced that Grammy award-winning hip-hop visionaries The Roots will take the stage for headline shows in Sydney and Melbourne this December! Joining The Roots at both live performances as special guest will be Sydney’s very own hip-hop wunderkind Urthboy. The news of this headline tour coincides with The Roots’ highly anticipated appearances at this year’s Falls Festival, taking a break from their celebrated residency as the house band for US talk show Late Night with Jimmy Fallon. The Roots were co-founded by childhood friends Black Thought and ?uestlove in 1987, their passionate and … Continue reading The Roots Sydney & Melbourne Headline Performances with Special Guest Urthboy

Main Event – Round 1

Lock in a new event on Canberra’s Hip Hop calendar. An event built for the scene, for the fans and for the artists. Main Event is a long overdue battle night for the capital. A knockout contest where local and interstate MC’s can go head to head for a $1,000 winner takes all prize. Complementing the battle are live performances from exciting local and interstate artists. Main Event Round 1 on November 22nd will see Sydney battle veteran The Tongue making a visit to the capital aiming to take out the $1,000 prize. Standing in his way will be the battle hardened … Continue reading Main Event – Round 1

Sketch The Rhyme at Sydney Fringe 2013

Sketch the Rhyme is a hip-hop – live art game show created and based in Sydney’s inner west. The show, inspired by things like Mr. Squiggle and Pictionary, is made up of a series of playoffs and games between artists, rappers and a live band. The Artists speed-sketch pictures relevant to a theme or topic, MCs then freestyle their response in rhyme, whether its improvising a story or guessing the catch-phrase. Sketch the Rhyme have just announced 3 very special shows as part of the Sydney fringe festival. One show is at quirky Marrickville live music venue Camelot on Friday … Continue reading Sketch The Rhyme at Sydney Fringe 2013

Rap City 2013: Artists To Reschedule

The promoters of Rap City regret to announce that Rap City 2013 will not be going ahead over the October Labour Day long weekend, due to unforeseen complications with scheduling that were beyond control. However, in the coming weeks Australian solo dates for Talib Kweli, Homeboy Sandman and Trademark Da Skydiver will be announced. We sincerely apologise for the disappointment to anyone who currently has a ticket to Rap City.  Full refunds can be obtained from the place of purchase. Stay tuned for solo tour announcements coming soon! Continue reading Rap City 2013: Artists To Reschedule

Fortay – ‘Chasing The Tail’ feat. Snoop Dogg

Hailing from Sydney’s West, Fortay is about to take the country by surprise with new album Living Proof is out today through At Large Productions and Obese Distribution. The first single from the album ‘Chasing the Tail’ features the one and only Snoop Dogg AKA Snoop Lion, a friend of Fortay’s. The production is by DJ L.T., Snoop’s long-time tour DJ. “I’ve been friends with DJ L.T for many years and he introduced me to Snoop” Fortay retells. “We meet up and we did the song in the hotel.”

The concept behind the song ties in with its title, which is … Continue reading Fortay – ‘Chasing The Tail’ feat. Snoop Dogg

Big Village x Young Henrys: Big Village Brew Launch

Sydney Hip Hop heroes Big Village are collaborating with Newtown brewers Young Henrys to bring you “Big Village Brew”. To celebrate they are throwing a launch party of epic proportions, with Big Village’s current A list, including JJJ favourites Suburban Dark feat. Jeswon (Thundamentals), P.Smurf (Daily Meds) and Rapaport (Loose Change). Support acts include local legends Reverse Polarities, Tenth Dan and Grub featuring Young Henrys very own Hamish, equally known for both his brewing and beat making skills. Mute X Roleo round out the bill, with Mute MC on the rhymes, and beats by Daily Meds bass driven producer Roleo. … Continue reading Big Village x Young Henrys: Big Village Brew Launch

Droopy & Mosé – Kosher

Palace is the culmination of love for music, style and hard work. A melting pot of musicality and emotion, Palace marks a new beginning of sorts for a heavily slept on duo, Droopy & Mosé, whom are poised to jumpstart the renewal of a heavily slept on scene. Always a beautiful partnership when the two join forces, Palace constitutes a brief, but powerful threetrack release, which covers all bases, and keeps the listener craving for more. Hard hitting beats, laced with expressive, soulful chords, layered with thought-provoking yet beautiful lyricism. Palace does not aim to be the new-release, up-to-date, progressive … Continue reading Droopy & Mosé – Kosher