More than 40 sensational new acts from over 25 countries were added to WOMADelaide’s already strong 2019 festival line-up today, and the countdown is now on with the festival to be staged from Friday 8 – Monday 11 March in … Continue reading Tkay Maidza, Adrian Eagle, Cool Out Sun, Kaiit, and more announced as part of WOMADelaide 2019 Line-Up
Last Year Was Weird Vol. 1 Touring Nationally In September – Tickets On Sale Now! After reclaiming her throne as the Queen of Australian hip hop last week with the release of her new single ‘Flexin’’ feat. Duckwrth, Tkay Maidza … Continue reading Tkay Maidza Releases New Video For ‘Flexin’’ Feat. Duckwrth + Announces New EP
It’s been a little while between drinks, but today Tkay Maidza is back and with a mammoth new song that’s set to leave you shook. Flexin’’ is Tkay’s first solo release since she dropped her debut 2016 album, TKAY – and the new … Continue reading Adelaide’s Tkay Maidza Releases New Single Fexin’ + Announces Headline Tour
Weaving its way into six regions around Australia over three consecutive weekends, Groovin the Moo (GTM) throws open the gates for a huge day of country hospitality, incredible music and seriously fun times. GTM is about the journey, the destination … Continue reading Groovin the Moo’s 2018 line up is as full as your nanna’s knitting bag!
Through different genres, moods and inspirations “Road to the Valley” is Jordan’s debut EP. It is his creative voice encompassing what it means to start over and follow your passion. It seamlessly transitions through multiple genres ranging from urban to … Continue reading Jordan De La Cruz Road To The Valley
Melbourne, get ready for a free gig experience like no other. After the massive success of their first creative collaboration in Brisbane – Tkay Maidza and Ego today announce a surprise second show for their fusion of art and live … Continue reading Tkay Maidza & EGO | A Fusion of Live Music & Art | FREE EVENT in Melbourne
Top international songwriters hit Sydney for SongHubs APRA AMCOS is playing musical matchmaker in Sydney this week by bringing together big name international songwriters and top local talents. The SongHubs Trans-Tasman songwriting camp kicked off yesterday at Forbes Street Studios and has been curated by Auckland-based producer and long-time Manic Street Preachers collaborator Greg Haver. Credit: APRA AMCOS/Belinda Dipalo On the international front, Haver is joined by superproducer Mike Elizondo, co-writer of hits including Eminem’s The Real Slim Shady, 50 Cent’s In Da Club and Carrie Underwood’s Cowboy Casanova. Elizondo’s diverse talents have also seen him work with Jay Z, … Continue reading Songwriters behind hits for Eminem & 50 Cent collaborate with Australian talent
Tkay Maidza today unleashes the official video for tropical dance floor anthem “Simulation”; the second official single to be released from her debut album Tkay, which is out now via Downtown / Interscope Records. The playful video, which premiered via Fader was filmed in Los Angeles during Tkay’s most recent US tour and directed by duo Lamar + Nik, who have created mini-movie music videos for the likes of the Pixies & Magnolia. The clip is a literal translation of the lyrics, capturing Tkay bouncing and singing her way through a simulated virtual world made up of projections of light … Continue reading Tkay Maidza Releases Official Video For Simulation
We’ve been covering Brisbane rapper Midas.Gold for a moment now. Knowing very early on that this rapper had the skill and flair to take the new wave into a completely different direction locally. Early last week Midas.Gold, released his highly anticipated EP For What’s Its Worth receiving high praise from critics and fans alike. After chasing the label itself for a little over a week, we were finally able to get our hands on the official album break down this morning. Midas.Gold has made a name for himself creating some of the dopest tracks this side of the hemisphere, and … Continue reading Midas.Gold For What’s Its Worth EP
Debut Album Tkay Out October 28th On Downtown / Interscope Records Tkay Maidza unleashes “Simulation,” the second official single to be lifted from her forthcoming debut album TKAY, which is set to shake up audiences worldwide upon its release next Friday, October 28 via Downtown / Interscope Records. “Simulation” finds Maidza infusing melody-driven dance-pop with a sweet and tender soulfulness. Co-written by Tkay, along with her DJ and producer LK McKay and George Maple, Tkay says the track is about overcoming complacency and, “hoping to find something real after everything that is calculated and planned disappears. It’s so common that … Continue reading Tkay Maidza Releases New Single Simulation
Out October 28 Via Downtown / Interscope Records Having already carved a name for herself as Australia’s hottest new musical superstar, Tkay Maidza today unleashes, “Carry On,” featuring none other than cultural and political icon and one half of Run The Jewels – Killer Mike. “Carry On” is the first official single to be lifted from her highly-anticipated, forthcoming debut album titled TKAY, which is set to shake up audiences worldwide when it is released on October 28 via Downtown / Interscope Records. Pre-order the album via iTunes, Google Play, or Amazon. The 20-year-old, Zimbabwe-born, Australia-based pocket rocket with appropriate … Continue reading Tkay Maidza Announces Debut Album Tkay
Fuzzy, the team behind some of Australia’s most loved music festivals, including Listen Out, Harbourlife, and Parklife, are pleased to announce the lineup for Field Day 2017! What better way to celebrate the beginning of 2017, than being at the only Australian festival over New Year’s where you’ll be able to see both Chance the Rapper and Childish Gambino on the same day! Now in its 16th year, Field Day has become Sydney’s best way to welcome in the New Year. Known for its super-friendly atmosphere, stunning venue and quality lineups mixing hip-hop, house, indie and electronic artists from around … Continue reading Field Day Line Up 2017 feat. REMi & Tkay
Produced by Cattleyard Promotions and presented by triple j and The Music Meet Dan, he started a band after seeing Daft Punk live in 2007. They called themselves Art vs Science. Shane quit the Australian men’s rowing team and dug … Continue reading It’s time to get #THEPLOT2015
Armed with fast flow, bossy beats and hella high shoes Adelaide emcee Tkay Maidza continues to stomp her way to the top of the rap-game today announcing a national tour in support of her new single ‘M.O.B.’. Written as a letter to the nineteen-year-old’s future self – ‘M.O.B.’ is an audio blueprint to becoming the person she wants to be, a declaration to always work hard without complaining, stay focused and channel ambition as a weapon for success. Coming along for the ride at all dates are hyped up and comers UV boi. The song’s ethos of hard-work is reflected … Continue reading Tkay Maidza’s M.O.B National Tour Selling Out Fast!
It’s time to shine! Groovin the Moo (GTM) invites you get involved with your GTM Commoonity. A key part of the GTM fun is discovering and celebrating the wealth of talent in each and every one of the GTM regions. Whether your craft is music, arts or design, you’re studying in your chosen field or you’re someone who just appreciates and likes engaging with the creativity in others, GTM has something for you. GTM National News The Unearthed GTM competition is open once again and on the hunt for one regional artist to join the bill at each leg of … Continue reading Groovin The Moo Invites You To Get Involved!
Roll along the open highway and let the scent of nature carry you away. Delve into an experimental landscape and be welcomed into the oasis of Groovin the Moo (GTM) 2015. An oasis where Hilltop Hoods, Broods (NZ) and Sticky Fingers all share an adventure of a regional kind with the likes of Flight Facilities, Peaches (CAN), DMA’s, Charli XCX (UK) and many more. Where old friends unite and new friends are made. Where fans and artists alike are encouraged to unplug from the day-to-day hustle of life, and escape to an enchanting, kaleidoscopic retreat. On the cusp of winter, … Continue reading Let Groovin The Moo Be Your Oasis In 2015
Produced nationally by Cattleyard Promotions and with Sunset Events in Oakbank and Bunbury. Presented nationally by triple j and Channel [V]. Bendigo is the first of Groovin the Moo’s six show national tour to sell out in 2015! “Thanks Bendigo! We love being in your part of Australia and we’re really looking forward to this year’s line up playing to another sold out audience. 2015 will make it our sixth year in a row and we really appreciate the on-going support for Groovin the Moo. Apologies to anyone who has missed out on tickets over the past couple of days, … Continue reading GTM News: A$AP Ferg releases Doe-Active Official Video
Ahead of the biggest tour of his career with the One For The Cities national tour, Australian hip hop artist Illy will release a new deluxe edition of his Gold certified record Cinematic on November 21. Cinematic: Uncut includes the original Cinematic album, featuring the platinum hit Tightrope as well as One For The City, plus a second disc with six new tracks including collaborations with Spit Syndicate and Way Of The Eagle as well as a special in-studio re-record of his acclaimed Ausmusic Medley, which came in at #66 in triple j’s Hottest 100 countdown for 2013. The One For The … Continue reading Illy Cinematic: Uncut
New Single ‘Switch Lanes’ & National Tour Tkay Maidza has been seducing the rap-game and ravers alike with her neon-bright beats and razor-quick emcee flow. After causing a global sensation with her last single, the playfully sharp ‘U-Huh’ and it’s … Continue reading Tkay Maidza Switch Lanes (Prod. Paces)
Eighteen year old Tkay Maidza has been firmly establishing a significant presence in Australia, the no-nonsense rapper with a hunger to explore and experiment. It is this versatility that sees her working with producer Bok Bok on new song Finish Them. A club-ready track that only the Night Slugs head-honcho can deliver, Tkay effortlessly displays a level of vocal ability that few can compete with. Already a rising star here, Adelaide-by-way-of-Zimbabwe Tkay is making her mark in the US thanks to her debut video for U-Huh last month, showing an incredibly fierce and fearless young woman, her lightning-fast flow and clever … Continue reading Tkay Maidza Finish Them
For the first time ever in Melbourne, Rolling Stone Australia be bringing their own pop-up venue, the Rolling Stone Live Lodge, taking over the iconic Workers Club in Fitzroy Melbourne from September 25 to October 12. There’s more to come, … Continue reading Live Lodge 2014 First Announcement feat. Briggs, Funkoars, L-Fresh The Lion, WZRDKID, Remi & more
From sky diving into his Splendour In The Grass show last weekend to crisscrossing the country this next few months on a huge regional tour, local hip hop artist Illy shows no sign of slowing down with the announcement of his national One For The Cities tour, which will see him play the biggest headline shows of his career yet hitting capital cities across Australia through November and December. The One For The Cities tour will round out an epic twelve months for Illy, which saw him take out the Best Urban Artist at the 2013 ARIAs for his previous album … Continue reading Illy Announces One For The Cities Tour with Tkay Maidza
Tkay Maidza’s radio hits Brontosaurus and Handle My Ego took over dance-floors across Australia last year with their original take on dancehall infused hip-hop and her sassy and chatty rap style. Back with a new startling single U-huh she’s ready to take on the world with the Dew Process family right behind her. From teaming up with Swick and Lewis Cancut for the clubby bass-rattler Arm Up to touring across the country with Nina Las Vegas with Wave Racer, Cosmo’s Midnight, Emoh Instead, and her producer Elk on U-Huh, Tkay Maidza has already been hailed as the hyper new face of hip-hop. Her … Continue reading Tkay Maidza U-huh
WOW what a ride. The recent long weekend brought many joys, not only did you get Friday & Monday off from work, school or university. If you were anywhere in South Australia chances were you or someone you knew attended the inaugural Groovin The Moo event for Oakbank. If you didn’t, well we hate to say it but you missed out big time. The Oakbank leg of Groovin The Moo kicked off proceedings just before lunch on a perfect Autumns day. The gumboots were out in force but were not at all needed. A lot of people dressed up in costumes ranging … Continue reading Groovin The Moo Oakbank 2014 Review + Photos
Beginning his first national headline tour this week, Citizen Kay will hit Perth this Saturday with fellow hip-hop riser Tkay Maidza before heading onto Fremantle on Sunday. After spending a triumphant early 2014 making us all Raise a Glass, Citizen … Continue reading Citizen Kay & Tkay Maidza The Manage Tour
After spending a triumphant early 2014 making us all Raise a Glass, Citizen Kay announces a slew of tour dates alongside the electrifying fellow scene-stirrer, Brontosaurus rapper Tkay Maidza as well as the release of his third single, Manage. Off the back of such prestigious live sets and support slots including, Falls Festival, Wiz Khalifa, Earl Sweatshirt & Danny Brown and most recently Public Enemy, CK is ready to hit a city near you with the same energetic stage show this May. Citizen Kay’s new track Manage is an immediate hook, drawing you in with its sparse but fluid verses and … Continue reading Citizen Kay Manage
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