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Nas to headline ‘Movement’

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Live Nation and Niche Productions are proud to present, in association with American Hip-Hop legend Nas, the inaugural 2013 Australian Movement Festival. Filling the void of credible Hip-Hop events in Australia, the Movement Festival places Grammy award winning Hip Hop heavyweights, with mixtape kings and local heros in what’s destined to takeover as THE Hip Hop event each and every year in Australia. Setting a new standard, Movement looks to the future of Hip Hop and Rap whilst still catering to a solid Hip-Hop foundation, thanks to the festival’s co-headliner and co-curator Nas. With more than 20 years in the … Continue reading Nas to headline ‘Movement’

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Barbone – Round 2

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23-year old Barbone started rapping around 2003. He’s listened to rap all his life taking inspiration from grimy 90s hip hop like Onyx, Biggie Smalls, RA The Rugged Man and so on. He started rapping in the Melbourne crew, Reverse Psychology but had a falling out with them years ago and decided to pursue a solo career. Lurking in the shadows for too long can cause a local head to lose face, so that’s where Barbone’s new promo clip comes in… with the intention to make sure that not one of you ever forgets his face once revealed. Anyone who’s known … Continue reading Barbone – Round 2

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Coopers AMP Website Goes Live

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The Coopers AMP website has gone live, complete with a host of features, interactive content, and everything that you need to know about The 8th Australian Music Prize (AMP). Coopers National Marketing Director – Cam Pearce says “Coopers are proud to bring to The AMP an interactive website with a number of features, and for the first time, the ability for users to access videos, photos and free downloads from artists through our sponsorship.” The music downloads, which have been provided to The AMP by artist entrants, allow users to download tracks at no cost to them.  Whilst there will … Continue reading Coopers AMP Website Goes Live

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MC Wheels hits crowdfunding target

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As the winds began to stir on the Sunshine Coast late last week, 18yo Caloundra rapper Nathan Tessman aka MC Wheels began celebrating his latest milestone reaching 100% of his PledgeMusic.com crowdfunding campaign so he can release his debut album My Introduction. As an independent artist, sourcing funds pledged by fans can be the best means to get your music out there without relying on a nonexistent record deal or a generous bank manager to pay for the pressing & marketing. The past 12 months have been an incredible journey for MC Wheels, taking time off from recording tracks for … Continue reading MC Wheels hits crowdfunding target

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Big Dave – Self Made

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2012 was a year of firsts for KP Records – The first arena show (with Ice Cube), first Festival (with Tech N9ne, D12, Obie Trice and more) and it was also the year of the first commercial album release for the label after nearly 6 years establishing a name in the industry and cementing it’s place as the power house of Canberra hip hop. That first album was Self Made the debut album from label founder Big Dave which went on to be played on over 160 commercial FM stations across the country. With that success came an ABC special (below), TV … Continue reading Big Dave – Self Made

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Let The Good Times Roll – Maundz/Hons/Ich Pig

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The Funkoars (Hons) & Maundz present another collaboration track from two of Australia’s Best Crews – Golden Era Records & Crate Cartel along with Melburn clothing company Ich Pig. To co-incide with the release the Funkoars have teamed up with MV2 Skateboards (ADL) and released a limited edition deck available for a very short time (Note: deck is now sold out). The track is all about celebrating the “good times” and memories of skateboarding back in the day. Featuring amazing unseen footage of both Hons and Maundz from their early teens to late 20’s. Funkoars  ||  Crate Cartel  ||  Maundz  ||  Ich Pig Continue reading Let The Good Times Roll – Maundz/Hons/Ich Pig

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Interview: Alex Williamson (The Loosest Aussie Bloke Ever)

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If you don’t know the name by now, you need to check yourself cunt. Alex Williamson aka The Loosest Aussie Bloke Ever is taking not only the internet by storm, but also carving his way to becoming one of Australia’s most in demand stand up comics. With upcoming shows at the Adelaide Fringe Festival and also The Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Alex’s loose brand of comedy is proving to be a juggernaut.   aahh: With over 25 million views on YouTube and over 150,000 subscribers, it’s hard to imagine YouTube without your video’s. What has it been like becoming a famous face on … Continue reading Interview: Alex Williamson (The Loosest Aussie Bloke Ever)

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T-Bar – The Piece Of Mind Mixtape

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It’s been a long time coming but Melbourne MC, T-Bar, has finally unleashed his debut release The Piece of Mind Mixtape. Filled with 12 infectious tracks, the Piece of Mind Mixtape covers a substantial array of topics and subject matter. Never one to pretend to be someone or something he’s not, T-Bar spent months writing and perfecting each track, ensuring the mixtape didn’t only sound great but consistently made the listener think about and reflect on their own views, values and beliefs. That’s not to say the mixtape isn’t without it’s fair share of songs to get your feet tapping and head … Continue reading T-Bar – The Piece Of Mind Mixtape

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Red Bull Flying Bach: Australia

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Following a sold-out European tour and shows in Russia and Japan, global sensation, Red Bull Flying Bach is set to land in Australia for the first time next March. In the ultimate clash of cultures, Red Bull Flying Bach fuses breakdance crew, Flying Steps and their unrestricted and explosive dance style with the elegant music of visionary 18th century composer, Johann Sebastian Bach. With a limited number of shows in Sydney and Melbourne, Red Bull Flying Bach will bring together fans of both classical mu…sic and hip-hop dance culture for two not-to-be-missed performances at each venue. With head spins driven … Continue reading Red Bull Flying Bach: Australia

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The Herbaliser – Australian DJ Tour

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Fresh from releasing their acclaimed 7th album, There Were Seven The Herbaliser are escaping the UK and heading South for an 8 date DJ tour of Australia, including appearances at the WOMAD Festival in Adelaide and Perth’s International Arts Festival.  Hailed by the press as a “buoyant return” (Clash), with repeated listens an “enjoyable must” (BBC Music) and a “return to greatness” (AllMusic), There Were Seven sees the band, 18 years into their career, still at the very top of their game. Visas sorted, flights booked and record bags packed, Jake & Ollie are ready to bring their funk-infused hip-hop (or hip-hop-infused funk, depending on … Continue reading The Herbaliser – Australian DJ Tour

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Cortext – Streaming Consciousness 2.0

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Cortext is a WA hip hop artist who has been making noise around the state for a while now. The Perth based/South West raised lyricist has been apart of several projects over the last few years, as well as releasing two collaborative CDs, Champion Music, with SMA crewmate Chekid, and Ill Recognise Ill, with long-time friend and collaborator Aero.D.   Cortext latest effort comes in the form of two disc release titled Streaming Consciousness 2.0. Featuring a host of artists including Ulla Shay, Bsyde, Crispe, Bryte MC, Porsah Laine, Fatty Phew, Graphic, Greeley, Bitter Belief and more. Productions duties are … Continue reading Cortext – Streaming Consciousness 2.0

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Supastition – The Blackboard EP

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North Carolina’s own Supastition releases The Blackboard EP, a FREE 8-track digital EP. The project serves as a thank you to the listeners who continued to support his music after his sudden departure from the music business in 2010. The Blackboard is about returning to the basics of emceeing and rediscovering that vintage sound that Supastition has been known for since his debut album in 2002. The project features the critically acclaimed, Yada Yada, the conceptual Best Worst Day, and the boom bap inspired Indestructible. The only guest appearances on The Blackboard EP are the DJ duo, Faust & Shortee, … Continue reading Supastition – The Blackboard EP

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Koolta Announces Possessions Tour Dates

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Adelaide MC and producer Koolta has just announced final dates and supports for his upcoming Possessions single tour in early February. 2012 was a huge year for the hip-hop favourite, releasing his debut album The Extraordinary Average Joe, supporting the Hilltop Hoods, opening the Adelaide leg of the national Parklife Festival tour and being awarded the MRC’s Clip It! Initiative. Taking in four dates only, Koolta is bringing some of his mates with him, with support nationally from Sydney’s Electric Elements crew, along with DeathStarrs (BRIS), Prime (ADL), Ry (MELB) and Mute MC & Kit Complete (Big Village – SYD). … Continue reading Koolta Announces Possessions Tour Dates

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Chasm X Skryptcha – The Summer

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Skryptcha has a knack for making the philosophical non-confrontational. His second masterpiece Mindful is not unlike its creator; perceptive, sharp and ahead of its time. After the notoriety surrounding previous LP Numb3rs, and break out EP Left to Write, the slick young wordsmith has found time to knock out a Journalism degree, and travel substantially. Crafted during the most pivotal years of his life, Mindful takes a considered look at Skryptcha’s unique journey thus far. Skryptcha now teams up with beatsmith extraordinaire to bring to you a brand new free release titled The Summer. The Summer mixtape features production and remixes from Chasm, Lotek, Ta-Ku and Dr Don Don. The release … Continue reading Chasm X Skryptcha – The Summer

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Bitter Belief – The Circus

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SBX crew member Bitter Belief first started writing poems at the young age of 13. In time with his love for writing combined with his love for hip hop it evolved from poems to rhymes. Recording over downloaded instrumentals with very basic cheap equipment Bitter B put his head down and got to work recording at least a track a day for the next few years to come. At the age of 17 he was signed to an independant label but left two years later to continue his journey alone. After leaving the label Bitter put out a series of mixtapes … Continue reading Bitter Belief – The Circus

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Enough Rope – Enough Rope Mixtape

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Enter Enough Rope. Two heads sharing their story and intrinsic thoughts through hip hop music. ER is made up of Skwid Roc, a b-boy who grew up breaking with the likes of Tommy Illfigga and the Skill at Will crew, aswell as Thomacide Daley, a skateboarder first and foremost drawn to hip hop, recognizable through his style of skateboarding and everyday life.  This brand new duo from Brisbane met in 2009, developing a friendship which would turn rapship in 2011 where they began making their first recordings. Fast forward to Late 2012, the duo have released their debut self titled … Continue reading Enough Rope – Enough Rope Mixtape

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2013 Hilltop Hoods Initiative

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Applications are now open for the 2013 Hilltop Hoods Initiative! The Hilltop Hoods and APRA are teaming up again to give a career changing $10K to the most impressive emerging Hip Hop/Soul act in Australia.   Aimed at helping fund the manufacturing and marketing of an album release, the grant is open to any act that hasn’t had a previous professional commercial release. For application instructions and terms log on here. Applications close on Tuesday 26th February and the grant recipient will be announced on Thursday 28th March. Good Luck! More Information  ||  APRA / AMCOS  ||  Hilltop Hoods Continue reading 2013 Hilltop Hoods Initiative

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Spin DJ 2013

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Are you hotter than a summer heatwave on the decks? Entries are now open for Spin DJ 2013! Started by Fringe Benefits in 2007, the Spin DJ comp has been the springboard for talents such as Track Team (2007), Carter Bros (2008), Well Being (2009), DJ Sanchez (2010), Skippy (2011) and Ryley (2012). Spin DJ has a reputation for unearthing the absolute finest and offering unparalleled prizes and exposure for the winner. As well as receiving the highly-coveted title of Spin DJ Comp winner and joining the ranks of some of Adelaide’s best DJs, this year’s winner will also receive a … Continue reading Spin DJ 2013

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Akouo – Above & Beyond EP

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Tasmanian native Akouo (pronounced “ak-oo-oh”) breaks the mould of the conventional music producer/DJ, binding himself to no singular genre – instead he embraces the worldwide musical offerings of many cultures. As a music producer, Akouo has made contributions to the Australian hip hop genre as a member of groups JNA and Letters To The Sun, and his debut 2008 hip hop album Outwit The Muscle received a healthy run of airplay on Australian radio. As a DJ, over ten years behind a set of turntables has inbuilt a diverse taste and helped Akouo develop an arsenal of music with a … Continue reading Akouo – Above & Beyond EP

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Matchless Gift “Inquire Within” Out Now

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MC/Producer Matchless Gift from the Butterthief camp presents his debut EP Inquire Within featuring Mesha (Taylor Made Tactix), LKR, Dialect & Social Change with cuts by DJ Snair and Inkswel. A hard-hitting, thought provoking introduction for the artist from South Australia, It’s been a long time coming and well worth the wait for the 8-track release. With an open and honest writing style and an impenetrable mark on production Matchless Gift makes music that inspires the listener to see beyond the grind of everyday norms. A producer born from the love of digging in the crates and an MC born from … Continue reading Matchless Gift “Inquire Within” Out Now

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Geko – The Horror EP

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He’s an enigma, wrapped in a mystery; immersed in weed smoke. He is Phil Gektor. A purveyor of a sacred Lingua Franca long forgotten. He arrives with a mission, a mission to impregnate the minds of listeners with The Horror. This EP, produced by the elusive Ramzee, ushers in the new age of ‘Philizm’, from the ashes of Geko’s tormented mind state, rises a new anti-hero. Welcome to The Horror. In the time between now and The Horror peep Geko on Facebook here. Geko  ||  Crate Cartel  ||  Facebook Continue reading Geko – The Horror EP

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Chali 2na – Against The Current

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With his distinctive and widely beloved baritone voice, Chali 2na has established himself not only as one of hip-hop’s preeminent and charismatic personalities, but has also garnered renowned praise as a highly respected artist across a myriad of mediums. His latest project, Against The Current, a 5 EP series that will be released throughout the next year.   Breathing new life into his musical past, the project’s sound is heavily influenced by his history; from the blues music he was raised on and the hip-hop he produced as a member of Jurassic 5, to the urban-Latin music he created with … Continue reading Chali 2na – Against The Current

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Purpose’s single ‘Comin Home’ goes into rotation on triple j & he is named #1 Most Played Artist of 2012 on triple j Unearthed

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It has been a big week for the young MC/producer who is 3 weeks away from delivering his beyond anticipated debut album Where It Starts. Wednesday saw his most recent single Comin Home feat. Illy, Jimmy Nice & Joyride get added to rotation on triple j, a huge feat for an entirely independant artist without label support. Perhaps the most fascinating and defining detail of Purpose’s recent newfound light is that he has established it by working at a level that has allowed him to keep pace with his peers despite having no backing at all. The following day triple … Continue reading Purpose’s single ‘Comin Home’ goes into rotation on triple j & he is named #1 Most Played Artist of 2012 on triple j Unearthed

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Empress MC – Dilla Diaries

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Like a modern day Queen Nefertiti, Empress MC is ready to rule the music world with an iron mic. Garnering the respect of everyone that is witness to her expert rhyming and clever versatile songwriting, Empress MC is setting aside stereotypes and establishing herself as an artist to be reckoned with. More often than not, when it comes to the realm of hip-hop, women tend to be grouped in a class separately to their male counterparts, almost like they could never reach the level of talent that male MC’s do. The phrase “she’s good for a female rapper” is all … Continue reading Empress MC – Dilla Diaries

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Suburban Dark sign to Big Village

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Big Village is very proud to welcome production duo Suburban Dark to the fold. Suburban Dark is the first act to be officially signed to the label outside its founding members since the label began 3 years ago and adds more depth to an already diverse roster. Suburban Dark’s analog infused sound is deep, minimal and razor sharp, built with the intent to be played loud, from spine chilling noise to straight up bass assaulting bangers.  They have already released 2 tunes through Big Village Records, Straight Edge feat Jeswon, and Vertigo feat. Tuka, Ellesquire and Rapaport on Big Things … Continue reading Suburban Dark sign to Big Village

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ZoshPit: Australia’s First and Only Music Focused Crowdfunding Platform Launching in 2013

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Australia’s first and only music dedicated crowdfunding site will launch in early 2013. ZoshPit aims to revolutionise the Australian music industry by offering a platform tailored to the needs of artists, bands and musicians. Still in its infancy stage in Australia, crowdfunding has been used in other countries as a way of raising funds for creative projects and campaigns, using the power of the people and online technology. Artists are invited to post Projects whereby they invite fans (new and old) to pledge towards their predetermined funding goal. If the goal is met, funds are processed and the artist’s project goes … Continue reading ZoshPit: Australia’s First and Only Music Focused Crowdfunding Platform Launching in 2013

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Cryptic – Samson

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Cryptic aka Davey C is a 22 year old artist from Melbourne, Australia. With a broad scope of styles, Davey is admired for his uniquely complex rhyming patterns, verbose dexterity, relevant humour, stage presence and stylised flow. Cryp has diligently analysed and worked on his craft, and produces a unique sound on stage and in the booth. With crew 3000, he’s played shows across Australia from Perth to Adelaide, Brisbane and Melbourne. Simultaneously, Davey C has emerged as one of the top handful in the Australian battle scene, having performed main events across the country, battling in Got Beef? Battles, Real … Continue reading Cryptic – Samson

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Slaughterhouse – Australian Tour 2013

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Slaughterhouse Australian Tour 2013, with special guest ScHoolboy Q and Full Tote Odds. Shady Records Hip Hop super-group Slaughterhouse, are celebrating the release of their sophomore album “welcome to: Our House”, with their very first Australian Tour. The group consisting of four of the most prolific lyricists the rap game has ever seen in Detroit’s Royce da 5’9,’ New Jersey’s Joe Budden, Long Beach, California’s Crooked I and Brooklyn’s Joell Ortiz, have been steadily touring the USA and Europe in 2012 to packed houses and phenomenal reviews. Joining the super-group is currently one of the hottest and most hyped lyricists to … Continue reading Slaughterhouse – Australian Tour 2013

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Profecy – The Arrival Mixtape

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This fiercely independent and unfettered MC hints toward provoking a renaissance after his debut EP Let The Music Play where upon the young MC unleashes fury and proves his point on the bold and daring 5-track assault, establishing himself on the national stage. From the emerging class of talented freshmen on their come up, at just 22 years young, Profecy grew up in Lismore, on the NSW coast, and with little to no scene he found a way to go at it alone with a makeshift garage studio. Here he learned the subtle balance in delivering rhymes over a given … Continue reading Profecy – The Arrival Mixtape

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Nix – Dirty Herbs & Comic Books feat. Tycotic & Losty

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Nix was born in Broken Hill, raised in North-West Sydney, & currently resides in Canberra. His love for hip-hop developed during his early teenage years from the moment he first heard Ghostface Killah’s opening verse on Bring Da Ruckus. Nix presents his debut mixtape titled The Nixtape, featuring artwork from Jim Mahfood (worked with Ziggy Marley, MF Grimm, Felt, Kevin Smith), and guest appearances from Percee P, Illmaculate, Miss Mich, Dubulay, LHA, Losty, Tycotic and Miss M. Nix has just released a brand new video clip for the track Dirty Herbs & Comic Books featuring Tycotic and Losty. The video was shot and edited by Tycotic (Indigo Embassy).  You can grab The Nixtape for free … Continue reading Nix – Dirty Herbs & Comic Books feat. Tycotic & Losty