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New visuals from Buckshot and P-Money for “Just Begun” featuring Raz Fresco and taken off their album “Backpack Travels” out now.

There are two concepts behind the ‘Football, Feasts & Funerals’ mixtape. Firstly, the title is an acknowledgement of Hau’s heritage and culture with the mixtape loosely reflecting the three important things in a Tongan’s life; rugby union and league are near religions in the islands, food plays a big part in the culture, and attending …

Imagine a world where water is the most valuable commodity, even more valued than oil or gold. What would happen if water became so scarce that it caused World Wars? “No Water” puts a spin on this idea & takes a satirical look at water through the lens of an excessive rap culture where splurging …

New visuals from Hau “So Deep” is taken from his mixtape “Football, Feasts & Funerals” mixtape dropping this week. Over a crisp production by Sydney’s Pro/Gram, Hau both mourns and celebrates the life of those who have passed away; relatives, friends and inspirations. Never one to shy away from his emotions, the MC lets it …

New music from Tall Black Guy chopping up a variety of live samples to make “Midnight Chocolate Run”.

From humble origins in Detroit, raised on a healthy diet of Motown, Jazz and early Hip Hop – Terrel Wallace (aka Tall Black Guy) has become a standard bearer for the current hip hop beats scene. Through a steady stream of productions filled with incredibly clever sample flips and deft production chops, he has won …

New visuals from Ugly Heroes for “Michael & Scottie & Horace” taken from the “Ugly Heroes” EP coming soon.

“Sheplife” is Briggs sophomore album on Golden Era Records. It features the single “The Hunt” featuring Gurrumul as well as other artists Ill Bill (US), Joyride, Hau & Sietta with production handled by Suffa, Trials, SixFour, Jaytee, Dazastah & 76. The double gatefold vinyl comes with a limited edition “Sheplife” album poster signed by Briggs. …

In February 2014, Joint Adventure and Grindin’ presented the Australasian Beatmaker Invitational, a beat battle that took place around AUS & NZ. With international headline act & guest judge House Shoes joined by local beatmaker legends including Katalyst, Plutonic Lab, Chasm, Danielsan & more. This September the Australasian Beatmaker Invitational will hold an adrenaline filled …

Super producer Exile returns to Australia and New Zealand for a series of shows including judging and performing at the Australasian Beatmaker Invitational Final in Melbourne on September 13th showcasing an exclusive MPC/DJ set. Aleksander Manfredi, better known by his stage name Exile, is an American hip hop DJ, producer and occasional rapper. His first …