Dyl Thomas & Flu Deep

Dyl Thomas & Flu’s upcoming Idol Hands EP is now available for pre-order over at the Pang Productions website. During the week we also caught a brand new video drop for the track titled Deep. A gritty and raw clip filmed throughout Melbourne and it’s suburbs. The new track has the boys spittin’ some dope bars over the top of a crazy nice beat. This is the second track we’ve seen drop from the album, following on from the track Red Wine Bars Shine. The Idol Hands EP pre-order pack includes: 12″ vinyl EP Idol Hands A3 poster Pang Productions stickers … Continue reading Dyl Thomas & Flu Deep

Dyl Thomas & Flu – Red Wine Bars Shine

Here is a brand new track by Melbourne heads, Dyl Thomas and Flu. The track Red Wine Bars Shine is taken from the upcoming Idol Hands 12” EP. The Idol Hands 12” vinyl will be available on World Record Store Day, which happens on every year around April 18. The new track Red Wine Bars Shine is produced by Flu, mixed by Phil Gektor with the clip shot and edited by Mata & Must. You can check out the brand new clip and track below. Pang Productions Continue reading Dyl Thomas & Flu – Red Wine Bars Shine

Mata & Must Get Your Mind Right Vinyl Re-Issue + Album Launch

For those who missed out, a re-issue of Get Your Mind Right on 2LP has arrived. The re-issue comes shrink wrapped in a black core bag with black inner sleeves, digital download card including bonus instrumentals, and Pang Productions stickers. They will be available to purchase at the album launch on Friday December 5, and then online on Monday December 8 at http://www.pangproductions.com.au. The Mata & Must album launch is happening this Friday at Revolver Upstairs in Prahran. Featuring guest appearances from DJ Bogues, Koots and Flu, and support from Gutz, DJ Buick, Microphone Addicts and The Master. 229 Chapel St … Continue reading Mata & Must Get Your Mind Right Vinyl Re-Issue + Album Launch

Koots Sinkwater Serpent Official Video

Melbourne hip hop artist Koots, has just released a brand new film clip. Out through Pang Productions, Sinkwater Serpent is the new tract lifted from the upcoming and long awaited full length album, Under The Sink. The full length LP will be available in the first half of 2015. Sinkwater Serpent is produced by Koots and Must Volkoff, another banger from the PP boys. Be sure to hit the Pang Productions website, there’s lots of goodies to be picked up. Find Koots on Facebook here. Continue reading Koots Sinkwater Serpent Official Video

New single from Chester P raising funds for King Robbo

Legends is dedicated to the graffiti writers…A brilliant description of the underground labyrinth of tunnels and eerie world that only graffiti writers experience. Brilliantly told by one of the most instantly recognisable voices in Hip Hop. Following the sad passing of one of London’s all out graff Kings, Robbo Chester P of Task Force has released a brand new single where all funds raised from the track will be used to help support Robbo’s family and those closest to the man himself. Robbo 484 started writing in the late 70’s early 80’s, and started painting trains in 1984 going on to paint steel all … Continue reading New single from Chester P raising funds for King Robbo

Release Day Mata & Must Get Your Mind Right

The new Mata & Must full length Get Your Mind Right is out today. Comprising of 14 self produced tracks featuring guest appearances by Koots, Flu, Kings Konekted and Jornick. The album is available now through a multitude of channels, including digitally and physical copies. Mata & Must have just released a brand new clip for the track No Distractions. The video is shot by Crate Cartel’s, Discourse, who has been flexing his video direction skills of late. Mata & Must’s – Get Your Mind Right is out today, pick it up by following the link below! Bandcamp  ||  Facebook  ||  YouTube Continue reading Release Day Mata & Must Get Your Mind Right

Mata & Must Get Your Mind Right

The new Mata & Must full length Get Your Mind Right is dropping on August 1. Comprising of 14 self produced tracks featuring guest appearances by Koots, Flu, Kings Konekted and Jornick. The album will be available for pre-order in a deluxe package next week. With the date fast approaching, Mata & Must have released a brand new clip for the track School For Fools. The video is directed by Crate Cartel’s, Discourse, who presents a cinematic black and white beast. Get Your Mind Right drops on August 1 on Pang Productions, get ready! Bandcamp  ||  Facebook  ||  YouTube Continue reading Mata & Must Get Your Mind Right

PLGRM presents Independent Hip Hop

Independent hip hop characterisers itself through social commentary, philosophy and deep thought, replacing the generic tales of Huslin’ and honeys in the club, that are so often associated with the entire Hip Hop genre. PLGRM had the opportunity to explore this musical genre rich with lyricism, poetry and ideas. Talking with 2/3’s of legendary UK outfit Taskforce, D.I.T.C’s A.G, and some of the most talented Australian Independent Hip Hop artists, we quickly found that there’s a lot more to Hip Hop than scoring some fresh overalls at the thrift shop. Special Thanks: Taskforce: Chester P and Remus A.G (D.I.T.C) Pang … Continue reading PLGRM presents Independent Hip Hop

4 Aces EP Launch World Record Store Day

On Saturday April 19 Mata, Must, Flu and One Sixth take over the Flinders Street Station subway to perform their brand new Four Aces EP at Wax Museum Records. On Saturday April 19th, the Crate Cartel & Pang Productions lads celebrate World Record Store Day with the release of the long awaited 4 Aces EP from Mata, Must, Flu & One Sixth. This collaboration between long time friends is marks the first cross label release between Pang Productions & Crate Cartel. Available on limited white vinyl this WRSD, stay tuned for more info. Package includes: – 12″ White Vinyl – … Continue reading 4 Aces EP Launch World Record Store Day

Nekta Dear Diary

Nekta has risen from the South Eastern suburbs of Melbourne. His journey began wit the Street Science program run by Solomon Theta, J-Red & Son-Zu. It’s there he began to hone his skills on the mic and with a spray can. He would also connect there with future members of the Window Down Crew. Some difficult times in Nekta‘s personal life were channeled into the writing of Dear Diary, his debut solo release. It was written and recorded over a 6 month period at the Pang Productions studio. The result is a personal journey of self discovery, life lessons learned … Continue reading Nekta Dear Diary

Must Volkoff – White Russian out now

Must Volkoff’s White Russian delves deep into territory not commonly explored in modern day hip hop. The instrumentation is mind altering and the guests provide the perfect foreground to the groove laden backdrop. Hosting a variety of guests ranging from Australian Rap pioneer Lazy Grey to the Godfather of UK hip hop Farma G (Task Force), White Russian is set to exceed already high expectations. For the best part of ten years Melbourne’s acclaimed hip hop producer Must Volkoff has been etching out his signature sound. One half of the duo Mata & Must and co-founder of label Pang Productions, there aren’t many who can boast a catalogue such as … Continue reading Must Volkoff – White Russian out now

Must Volkoff – Bangin’ Their Heads feat. Jake Biz, Lazy Grey & DJ Dcide

For the best part of ten years Melbourne’s acclaimed hip hop producer Must Volkoff has been etching out his signature sound. One half of the duo Mata & Must and co-founder of label Pang Productions, there aren’t many who can boast a catalogue such as his. Must Volkoff’s more recent credits include Trem’s Russian Roulette feat. Brad Strut & Kings Konekted, the lion’s share of Fluent Form’s critically acclaimed Flu Season, and several gems on the forthcoming Mantra album including the title track Telling Scenes. Having lent his skills to a plethora of premiere artists at home and abroad, he … Continue reading Must Volkoff – Bangin’ Their Heads feat. Jake Biz, Lazy Grey & DJ Dcide

DownPat – Hard Evidence

Tranquil Artillery Original, DownPat unleashes his first solo EP Hard Evidence upon the masses, after 10 years of solid under-groundwork building skills and rocking stages from the Hills to the Mountains & everywhere in-between. The 7 track release features that signature Pang Production from Must Volkoff plus a bit of Philli flavour from another TA Original Breez, with all cuts handled by the one & only DJ Rellik. With an honest outlook and obvious talent DownPat attacks tracks with a raw hunger & flow to match gliding over fitting production. Featuring guestspots from his Rawthentic fam P.Link & J.Mac. Hard Evidence is … Continue reading DownPat – Hard Evidence

Must Volkoff – White Russian

The Must Volkoff production album White Russian is scheduled for release later this year. The first taste comes in the form of two tracks on limited edition 7″ vinyl featuring Mata & Koots. Pre-orders will be shipped with signed posters and digital download cards. The Must Volkoff 7″ vinyl is available for pre-order/download now. Check the video for Side A Two Sheet Landscape feat. Mata, Side B Grub feat. Koots coming soon. Paypal downloads are available from here. Tracklisting: Side A: Two Sheet Landscape feat. Mata Side B: Grub feat. Koots Pang Productions  ||  Bandcamp  ||  iTunes Continue reading Must Volkoff – White Russian

Fluent Form – Ricochet Rabbit

After the success of his independently released debut album Chapters Of Substance, Fluent Form wasted no time in returning to the studio to begin work on his sophomore LP, The Furnace. The Melbourne MC and Crate Cartel member has been hard at work on his 3rd release, which is sure to be a must have. Fluent release’s a free download titled Ricochet Rabbit. Produced by Must (Pang Productions), mixed and mastered by Geko. You can pick up Fluent Form – Ricochet Rabbit as a ‘name your price’ download.  Twitter  ||  Facebook  ||  Bandcamp Continue reading Fluent Form – Ricochet Rabbit

One Sixth – Electronic Mail (Out Now)

One Sixth has been hip hop’s best kept secret for too long. Today, the brilliant young lyricist has released his highly anticipated debut album Electronic Mail through local indie label Pang Productions together with Obese Distribution. After winning the prestigious Hilltop Hoods Initiative in 2010, buzz surrounding One Sixth’s first LP has been building rapidly.  Bolstered by his memorable on-stage presence, and frequent stand-out guest verses, One Sixth’s name is constantly dropped by the local hip hop elite (usually in the context of “most promising” or “favourite” Australian rapper). Notoriously personable and comical, One-Sixth has connections among all facets of the … Continue reading One Sixth – Electronic Mail (Out Now)

New Video Clip: One Sixth – LOL (Love or Lust) – Electronic Mail

Born in Australia but raised in Namibia, One Sixth is an African-Australian who is emerging as one of Australian hip hops freshest talents. Schooled in Africa until 18, he recently returned to Australia to experience a new life. Now based in Melbourne, One Sixth boasts regular appearances with respected groups Illzilla, Public Opinion Afro Orchestra, The Mega Horns, Polo Club, Black Jesus and his crew Pang Productions. One Sixth has been Melbourne’s best kept secret for too long. In August 2012 the brilliant young lyricist will release his debut album Electronic Mail through local indie label Pang Productions together with Obese Distribution. … Continue reading New Video Clip: One Sixth – LOL (Love or Lust) – Electronic Mail

One-Sixth – Round The Sun

One-Sixth has been Melbourne’s best kept secret for too long. In August 2012 the brilliant young lyricist will release his debut album Electronic Mail through local indie label Pang Productions together with Obese Distribution. The brilliant lead single Round The Sun is a rich insight to what is sure to be a new benchmark album for local hip hop. With production from long-time comrades Charles Parker and Tony Wolf, the beat encompasses a mélange of vintage vocal samples, driving basslines and melancholy woodwind loops. The track is especially sacred to One Sixth being one of the last opportunities he had … Continue reading One-Sixth – Round The Sun

2010 Look-Back Series #4: Fubex – The Next Chapter

Fubex first began as a battle MC back in 2003, then built up his reputation to become renowned as a hard worker. Fubex released his first album Upcoming back in early 2007 and now brings you his second album titled The Next Chapter. The Next Chapter features appearances from Swanny (Tenfold), 1/6, Wyldcard MC, Ad-wan (Los Theory), Patty Down (Tranquil Artillery), DJ Relik from Turnstyle Records and Unda K9 Record’s DJ Denno. Fubex has previously supported the likes of Bliss n Eso, TZU, Lowrider, Pez n 360, Illzilla, The Typhoons, Phatchance, Motley (United Kindom) and Seth Sentry. Track listings 1. … Continue reading 2010 Look-Back Series #4: Fubex – The Next Chapter

The Crate Creeps – Its About That Time – July 9th 2010 Release – Guestlist finally announced!

All tracks mixed by Crate Creeps at The Bloody Abbetoir All vocals recorded at The Bloody Abbetoir unless stated All cuts by DJ Butcher unless stated Mastered by Ricardo Guiterrez at the Grandmasters NYC Distributed By MGM Track Listing: 1. Introduction Ft. Suffa MC (Hilltop Hoods) Produced by Crate Creeps Vocals recorded by Suffa 2. Time Trials Ft. Trials (The Funkoars) Produced by Dj Butcher Vocals mixed and recorded by Dj Adfu at Sniper Spot Studios 3. Walk On By Ft. Pure Product Written by Fourth Degree, Marvel and Tendancee Produced by Tommy Illfigga Bass by Max Voltage 4. Jeans … Continue reading The Crate Creeps – Its About That Time – July 9th 2010 Release – Guestlist finally announced!

Congrats to 1/6 – Winner of The Hilltop Hoods Initiative

1/6 – emerging Hip Hop artist Aaron Stephanus – has been announced as the recipient of the Hilltop Hoods Initiative. With the support of the Hilltop Hoods and APRA, 1/6 has won a healthy career kick-start of $10,000 to go towards the release and promotion of his first solo album. Emcee Suffa of The Hilltop Hoods said: “Thanks to APRA and our superstar judges Hau, Raph, Nish and Ran-Dee. Congratulations to 1/6, he’s a very deserving recipient.” As part of the prize package, 1/6 will also receive valuable legal advice courtesy of David Vodika and Media Arts lawyers and will perform … Continue reading Congrats to 1/6 – Winner of The Hilltop Hoods Initiative

Mata & Must + Rezadent – Dual Album Launch

QLD heads are in for a treat when Mata & Must team up with with Rezadent, for an all out dual album launch, featuring some of QLD’s finest in support. Continue reading to get the full low down on this big night. Mata & Must (Paradox of Minds) In 2003 Mata & Must released their first EP on their own imprint established out of necessity. Six years on with an ever growing fan base, Melbourne label Pang Productions are celebrating their tenth release with Mata & Must’s long awaited debut full length album Paradox Of Minds. Leading up to the … Continue reading Mata & Must + Rezadent – Dual Album Launch

MATA & MUST – Paradox Of Minds

After recently supporting Ghostface Killah at the Espy, Mata & Must are set to set the stage on fire, for their highly anticipated album launch. Founding their own label Pang Productions in 2003, and celebrating their tenth release, this duo has a lot to be proud of. Mata & Must (along with DJ Bogues) launch their long-awaited CD Paradox Of Minds, Friday July 31 at Revolver Upstairs. The guys bring a huge supporting line-up including Raven, Geko, Fluent Form, Discourse, Maggot Mouf & Dekoda, No Name Nathan and Paypercutts. Their debut album Paradox Of Minds was completely self-produced and is out now … Continue reading MATA & MUST – Paradox Of Minds