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Hau’s 2010 W’Rap’ Up

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Hau from the almighty Koolism crew has thrown together a belated Christmas message/2010 Wrap up for all the heads. Hau sent a little message with the track which you can read below. “Wrote it while coolin’ with my fam’ in Bega.
 Recorded in the car using the lap top so, you know… it’s on some lo-fi business. Haha. The beat is from RUN DMC’s, ‘Christmas in Hollis’. A few random shout outs at the end… so if you didn’t hear your name and think I should’ve mentioned it, catch you next time. 
Anyway, nuff talking and have a listen.” Feel … Continue reading Hau’s 2010 W’Rap’ Up

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Koolism – The Umu Album Launch + Audio Update

Jim Steps

As you know, Koolism are hitting the road, spreading the gospel of their new album, The Umu. This Thursday (Dec 9th) will see Koolism doing the do for the Sydney (and surrounding areas) crew. If that includes you, we hope to see you there. Details are as follows: Koolism “The ‘Umu” Album Launch Thursday, 9th December Melt Bar 
12 Kellett St Kings Cross Sydney You can buy tickets through Moshtix, or on the door. Remember, bring your dancing shoes, but leave your guns and colours at home! Hau from Koolism just recorded their new mail out in Audio form. Great … Continue reading Koolism – The Umu Album Launch + Audio Update

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Rappertag – Hau (Koolism) (#10)

Jim Steps

This is the 10th installment of rappertag. Hau from the mighty Koolism Crew. So far it’s been: 1). 360 2). Urthboy 3.) Brad Strut 4.) Fraksha 5.) Bias B 6.) Newsense 7.) Briggs 8.) Hunter 9.) The Master 10.) Hau To Come: 11.) Nay Previous 3 Tags: Koolism are considered to be one of Australia’s first ever hip hop groups. They formed in 1992, and consist of world-class DJ Danielsan, and equally as impressive emcee Hau. They were the first Hip Hop outfit in Australia to win an ARIA award for their album Part 3 – Random Thoughts in 2004. The Umu is dedicated to … Continue reading Rappertag – Hau (Koolism) (#10)

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Koolism – The Umu (Sept. 3)

Jim Steps

Koolism are considered to be one of Australia’s first ever hip hop groups. They formed in 1992, and consist of world-class DJ Danielsan, and equally as impressive emcee Hau. They were the first Hip Hop outfit in Australia to win an ARIA award for their album Part 3 – Random Thoughts in 2004. The Umu is dedicated to the essence of original and classic hip hop. What does the album’s name mean you ask? As Hau puts it: “‘Umu is a Tongan word for an underground oven. It’s a long and tiring process in which to prepare and to cook … Continue reading Koolism – The Umu (Sept. 3)

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Koolism – Behind The Scenes IX (Can’t Stand It)

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Koolism has started their journey back into the game and in this video you get to play fly on the wall and watch Hau laying down the first verse to Koolism’s new single, Can’t Stand It. Ignorant crew duck down! Canberra’s finest, Koolism, are back! The mighty combination of emcee Hau Latukefu and DJ Danielsan Ichiban return more vitriolic, more pissed off, than ever. On Can’t Stand It, Hau takes fire at the Australian government’s policy of refugee detaining, the seeming hypocracy of lambasting Pauline Hanson but cheering for her on Dancing With The Stars and the general air of … Continue reading Koolism – Behind The Scenes IX (Can’t Stand It)

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Koolism – Cant Stand It (Stream)

Jim Steps

Koolism have just leaked their brand new single Can’t Stand It. The track is making waves at the moment and has made a few ears twitch and a lot of heads turning.DJ Danielsan as always provides the backdrop to this up-tempo track, while Plutonic Lab chips in with the drums. As for the words, emcee Hau, explains: “The lyrics were inspired by, to put it simple and plain, a lot of fuckery in this country. I definitely believe we have it a lot better than many places around the world, but at the same time, that doesn’t mean I’m not … Continue reading Koolism – Cant Stand It (Stream)

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Space Invadas annouce tour with Koolism

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Space Invadas video clip Done It Again is here! Starring Katalyst and Steve Spacek. Featuring Alex Young, Pat Torres, Warren Jackson and Fantine. The clip was directed by Nick Fogarty, who produced Art V Science J Award winning video for “Parlez-Vous Francais?” The monochromatic treatment creates a world where the artist is floating in an undefined space. The world of the “Space Invadas”. Dont miss the Space Invadas album launch show in your city. Get your tickets now. Come witness the landing of SOUL:FI,  Space Invadas live band with special guests plus Koolism giving you a taste on their forthcoming … Continue reading Space Invadas annouce tour with Koolism

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Koolism New Track – Hanz High

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Koolism dropped a gem of an email today to those on their mailing list, calling it a belated Xmas present (cheers guys!). I like the style Koolism use’s to deliver these types of free downloads (see Jam Master Jay Tribute post/track here). I hope we can expect to see some more freebies leading up to the release of The Umu, which is expected sometime 2010. Here is a little bit of what Hau had to say about the free track titled Hanz High (see artwork above). This is just another example of what Daniel and I can come up with … Continue reading Koolism New Track – Hanz High

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The Dojo Sessions – Koolism

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We have previously informed you about Koolism’s doco series titled Koolism VI: The Dojo Sessions (here). We now have another update on the series with a few more parts released. To check out the latest instalment of Koolism’s doco series click here. Danielsan & Hau as we know, have joined forces with The Herd for a run of shows in the eastern states of Australia. Both the opening night at the POW in Melbourne and the following night at Sydney’s The Manning Bar sold out with a huge reaction to Koolism’s new material. With the Brisbane show at The Zoo … Continue reading The Dojo Sessions – Koolism

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DAN ELLESON’S A TWITTERING KINDA GUY

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Having given up on Myspace over a year ago and with Facebook starting to lose steam, Danielson has picked up with Twitter. Here are a few of his latest posts “Wrapped up solid week of recording. Nearly sorted track listing for new Koolism + done some new stuff. when it rains….” 10:49 AM Jun 6th from web “Koolism is in session, recorded new tune on wed, recording another today, new album “The ‘Umu” is looking like the beast from Cloverfield” 2:37 PM Jun 4th from web We have also found out that the lads from Dopus and Roshambo are recording … Continue reading DAN ELLESON’S A TWITTERING KINDA GUY