To find out where Kerser’s at, career-wise, you need look no further than the title of his latest and seventh album Engraved In The Game. Out November 10th, the album is available to pre order now. “I feel because of the work I’ve put … Continue reading Kerser Engraved In The Game Drops November 10th
If you’re into gritty hip hop that comes from a real place, you’ll already be across Rates. Describing his 2013 debut album Destroy And Rebuild (which peaked at #9 on iTunes’ Australian Albums Chart) as his “ode to hip hop”, Rates now brings something completely different to its follow-up. Untold sees Rates blending lyrically sharp rhymes (think Big Pun and Tech N9ne) with a big, creepy sort of sound musically (Rates: “Deftones are a big influence for me”). All tracks for this new release, except for Suicide 2, were written collaboratively with Bennie On The Beat at the producer’s Coffs … Continue reading Rates Announces New Album Untold Via ABK Records
Is Kerser the King of Australia’s Underground? After less than a year’s break from touring, Kerser has once again lit up venues around Australia. With fellow ABK-225 rapper Jay UF in tow and now Discourse (Crate Cartel) on the decks, … Continue reading From The Sickest To The King
KING Is By Far His Best And Most Accessible, Despite Being The Most Brutal! A success story no one predicted, MC Kerser is the most polarising voice in Australian hip hop, epitomising the notoriously hard-living suburbs of Sydney’s outer west. With trademark, unapologetic, honesty, KING documents Kerser’s incredible trajectory from his stomping ground in Sydney’s West [‘C-Town’], the fight he’s undertaken to get out [‘Put Life in Rap’] and the hard-won realisation that success creates its own problems [‘Forever’.] Though championed by the marginalised society he emerged from, some early fans have fallen by the wayside, accusing Kerser of flaunting … Continue reading Kerser Interview 4th LP KING Drops Tomorrow
One of Australia’s most active top tier battle MCs, Tasmanian local Greeley has steadily built a name for himself in the battle scene over the past few years. Having discovered his love for hip-hop at age 12, Greeley began beatboxing and made the progression to graffiti and rapping at age 17. It was in these formative teenage years when Greeley became immersed in the underground culture as he attended high school during the few years he spent living in the USA. After moving back to Tasmania he hit the local hip-hop scene, taking to the stage to win freestyle battles … Continue reading Greeley Smoko Official Video
Sydney solo MC and former Tavern Slander member Willis is here with his highly anticipated solo project the War Talk double LP. War Talk is the debut solo album by the artist featuring 25 brand new tracks across two CD’s. Willis is known for his sharp delivery and clever technical wordplay. He brings a very diverse flavour of hip hop to the table with music ranging from classic traditional boom bap tracks all the way to heavy metal inspired songs with melodic chorus’ that become embedded in your brain. With notable international artists Kool G Rap and Celph Titled on … Continue reading Willis War Official Video
Sydney solo MC and former Tavern Slander member Willis is here with his highly anticipated solo project the War Talk double LP. War Talk is the debut solo album by the artist featuring 25 brand new tracks across two CD’s. Willis is known for his sharp delivery and clever technical wordplay. He brings a very diverse flavour of hip hop to the table with music ranging from classic traditional boom bap tracks all the way to heavy metal inspired songs with melodic chorus’ that become embedded in your brain. With notable international artists Kool G Rap and Celph Titled on … Continue reading Willis War Talk Double Album
Hip hop duo Coda Conduct, consisting of members Erica and Sally, launched their new track Matter More early this week. Accompanied by a bittersweet film clip, the song explores the destruction of Australia’s natural environment in the face of industrial growth. Coda Conduct first stepped on stage just over eighteen months ago, and have since launched themselves passionately into the hip hop scene, with their energy and playfulness on stage winning them a rapidly growing, wildly diverse fan base. Despite living almost 300km apart – one half in their hometown of Canberra, the other in inner city Sydney – they … Continue reading Latest Video From Coda Conduct: Hip Hop Duo Put Their Spin on Environmental Debate
At Main Event Round 1 local boy Toad was competing among a draw of 8 MC’s that included heavy weights Greeley and The Tongue. When the action wound up just Toad was left standing after defeating The Tongue in the final to take home the $1,000 prize. On March 21st he defends his title at Main Event Round 2. We have 4 MC’s going head to head for the shot at battling Toad in the final for the $1,000 cash prize. To keep things fair the judging panel on the night will consist of Greeley, Manaz Ill and Rates. Battle … Continue reading Main Event is back for Round 2!
A relative new name to locla hip-hop fans, duo MDMA consists of acclaimed Tasmanian producer Mdusu (MD) and renowned Adelaide battle MC Manaz Ill. Having each gained notoriety in their respective fields, the duo formed in 2012 through a shared passion and drive for music. After the briefest of introductions, they immediately commenced working on a debut EP, which has since grown into a full-length album. In the short time since the group’s inception, the duo have shared stages with local heavyweights among the likes of Rates, Mr. Grevis, Mr. Hill, Kings Konekted, Lazy Grey, Maundz, Known Associates and Fatty … Continue reading MDMA – What It Look Like Album Launch Tour
Produced by Full Clip, Australia’s leading hip hop production company, the Kerser – No Rest For The Sickest 2013 National Tour DVD will give an insight into Kerser’s life, allowing fans to see a more personal side to the emcee. Including bonus features as well as footage from brother Rates and hype man Jaydee, the No Rest for the Sickest National Tour DVD will be available from JB Hi-Fi and independent record stores throughout Australia, with limited signed copies available. Kerser first earned notoriety in his home suburb of Campbelltown as a battle emcee. After a high profile battle with ARIA … Continue reading Kerser – No Rest For The Sickest 2013 National Tour DVD
Destroy & Rebuild is the debut album from Australia’s most talked about new emcee; Rates. The LP contains complete generosity of self as Rates uncovers his innermost thoughts and experiences. The turbulent past few years of his life have seen him in and out of psych wards, and through numerous run in’s with the law. But through all the hardship, the most fulfilling aspect to Destroy & Rebuild is Rates’ resilience, his refusal to give up. It’s not hard to see why this artist has such a loyal and thankful fan base. The album boasts solid features including Sydney’s king Kerser, crazily … Continue reading Rates New album out now + ‘We Here Now’ Tour
Destroy and Rebuild is the debut album from one of Sydney’s most thought provoking lyricist. The talented rhymster’s debut release provides an insight into a dark world constructed within the walls of a racing mind. Providing an intriguing introduction, How Sick, produced by Nebs, gives listeners the perfect introduction to a story which shaped both he and brother Kerser’s success. Anotha Day Anotha Dolla displays the skill and creative abilities of this south west Sydney MC. From here one can’t help but feel totally emerged and somewhat hypnotized by a roller coaster of emotions. Rates explains his life and the turbulent … Continue reading Rates – Destroy And Rebuild
Presenting the self-titled debut album from Sarm of the acclaimed Sydney duo That’s Them. Featuring guest spots from undisputed kings Kerser, Rates, Fraksha, Tornts, Dialectrix and Rinse (Bingethinkers), with production by Nebs, the album burns its way across your ears the same way the intense orange of the 6 panel digipack sizzles across your retina. Never one for the same old humdrum, Sarm contrasts the sharp grime style of Fraksha with the mellow flow of Dialectrix, and the snappy bravado of tracks like I’ll Abuse You For Fun with the devastatingly honest When You Hear This. Out now through LookUp & Obese Distribution, Sarm … Continue reading Sarm: Self Titled Debut Album, Out Now!
Much could be said about Rates… an artist, a musician, a good humble guy, or a raging lunatic… either way, he is fast making an impression on the rap scene. Older brother to one of Australia’s most promising and talented artists Kerser and best mate to Jay Dee. Rates is well known for describing this lifestyle and often giving good advice to kids and people in the same situation. This fact is evident on I Rap Because, simply stating why he chose this life and provoking quite alot of thought along the way. Rates has toured all over the country … Continue reading Rates – Destroy & Rebuild
Following the success of Kerser’s No Rest For The Sickest Tour earlier this year, the infamous emcee hits the road for the second time in 2013 due to popular demand, accompanied by brother Rates and hype man Jay Dee. The Kerser and Rates – We Here Now Regional Tour kicks off on the 5th of June in NSW, the tour will make its way around regional Australia throughout June and July. On top of Kerser and Rates having just released their single We Here Now together (now available on iTunes), Rates is also due to release his debut album Rebuild & Destroy later … Continue reading Kerser & Rates: We Here Now Regional Tour
The third full length episode of Obese TV is here. Obese TV aims to feature dope new segments such as ‘New Releases’, ‘Classics’, ‘Obese Retail’, ‘Spotlight’, ‘Backstage Pass’ and more. Each episode of Obese TV will be hosted by a different member of the scene. In Episode 3 of Obese TV, we see features from Kerser and Rates, Catch Wreck with Lazy Grey, Jake Biz and DJ DCIDE. Plus chats with Geko, and community radio’s Adrian Basso (PBS), Stewart Farrell (RRR), as well as publicist Sam Cameron (Beatbroker). If that wasn’t enough already, take a look at the new Obese Records Frankston store opening! Obese Records || Youtube || Twitter || Facebook Continue reading Obese TV – Episode 3
Kerser returns in 2013, this time teaming up with brother and best mate, Rates for We Here Now. Having dropped last Sunday 24th March, the stand alone single is now available on iTunes as a digital 3 track package, including radio edit, instrumental and accapella. This past year has been intense for the Campbelltown emcee. With increased notoriety, Kerser has endured the biggest transition of his life, not to mention the most isolating. We Here Now is a rags-to-riches tale, contrasting between an optimistic present and days survived. On writing and performing with Rates: “It’s the best ay. ‘Cause he’s my brother, but … Continue reading Kerser – ‘We Here Now’ feat. Rates
Presenting the self titled debut album from Sarm of the acclaimed Sydney duo That’s Them. Featuring guest spots from undisputed kings Kerser, Rates, Fraksha, Tornts, Dialectrix and Rinse (Bingethinkers), with production by Nebs, the album burns its way across your ears the same way the intense orange of the 6 panel digipack sizzles across your retina. Combining the futuristic, angular production of Nebs with the characteristic hip hop and grime flavoured flow of Sarm, this will be yet another hotly debated and passionately devoured release featuring the new sound shouldering its way out of Sydney’s West. Nebs‘ electro disco influenced … Continue reading Sarm
Kerser, the now infamous champion of the Australian underground, is back with his second album No Rest For The Sickest. Joining forces with production don Nebs once again, the symbiotic duo continues to strengthen their unique sound, one which has taken the country by storm. With less than one year between releases, Kerser’s debut effort The Nebulizer ran down the gates of convention, and in its wake generated a new sub culture captained by the brazen emcee. Thousands now hang on his every facebook update and wait anxiously for his next YouTube clip. Defiant, his music remains untainted by the … Continue reading Kerser – No Rest For The Sickest Tour
Kerser, the now infamous champion of the Australian underground, is back with his second album No Rest For The Sickest. Joining forces with production don Nebs once again, the symbiotic duo continues to strengthen their unique sound, one which has taken the country by storm. With less than one year between releases, Kerser’s debut effort The Nebulizer ran down the gates of convention, and in its wake generated a new sub culture captained by the brazen emcee. Thousands now hang on his every tweet, facebook update, wait anxiously for his next YouTube clip. Defiant his music remained untainted by the … Continue reading Kerser – No Rest For The Sickest
You can’t change who you are, but you can change who you’ll be. For 24-year old emcee Kerser, these words are set in stone. Born and raised in Campbelltown in the South West of famous Sydney, the city sights he witnessed while growing up weren’t exactly postcard perfect – just try taking some snaps round the streets of C-town after the sun sets and see what scenes develop. But in dark places people shine. Blazing up from the underground thanks to a potent mix of talent, determination and the guts to try something new, Kerser is the name on everyone’s … Continue reading Kerser – Do The Kers Tour 2012
Got Beef? is one of Australia’s most viewed rap battle league, and considered by many to be the best! Established in March of 2010, Got Beef? has already seen an array of international guests, and is increasingly doing bigger things for the Hip Hop scene in Australia. Got Beef? has brought high calibre MC’s such as 360 (AUS), Anecdote (AUS), Justice (AUS), The Saurus (USA), Madness (USA), Dirtbag Dan (USA), NoCanDo (USA), FLO (USA), and many more to compete together. Providing the fans with a sense of worldwide competition as we have also had guests from the UK, and Canada perform … Continue reading Got Beef? – War Of The Worlds Pt. 1
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