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NZ blog Lani Says recently caught up with David Dallas just before he started “The Rose Tint” album release parties in New Zealand. Check out the interview HERE

This German production team continue their quality output with their second production album, The Update. Continuing on from the much heralded debut, The Standard, JR & PH7 bring the heat once again with The Update, launching more of their trademark, spacious, soulful beats and more guest spots from the US underground than you could wish …

Kween G features on the 2nd single, from Katalyst’s new album, “Ready To Drop” is a nod to the early 80’s scene out of New York, where many different styles of music were being fused with early rap.

The UK’s Yungun teams up with producer duo The Prosoulytes for their brand new track “Mix Shake Stir” Check out the video below.

P-Money this time samples from an incredibly rare 1980′s New Zealand Soul tune and was programmed on the AKAI MPC5000.

Kiwi Hip Hop artist David Dallas has released his new album “The Rose Tint” for free download. The album features the singles “Til Tomorrow”, “Sideline” featuring Che Fu and the current single “Caught In A Daze” featuring American MC Freddie Gibbs. David, now based in New York, recently inked a deal with U.S Hip Hop …

Fresh off Groovin’ The Moo Festival tour run Dr Don-Don is back with his new single “Never Fear” featuring relative newcomer Elizabeth Rose on vocals. Despite being only 20 she is working on her solo EP after her self produced demo’s attracted an array of attention. Triple J presenters Dom Alessio and Dan Buhagier were …

DJ’s MK and Shortee Blitz went back to back for a 2 hour special, on 2 of Hip Hop’s Heavyweight artists, Jay Z and Nas. This was aired on London’s KISS FM last Saturday and as both of these artists have such extensive catalogues be on the lookout for part 2 coming soon. Listen to …

Mystro launches a new video series “Real Spittaz Do Real Thingz” which is shot, edited and narrated by himself. Check out what happens in his travels.

NZ artists Isaac Aesili and Rachel Fraser have joined forces to form the group Funkommunity. Their debut album “Chequered Thoughts” will be out later this year but for now check out their track “The Light”. Check “The Light” HERE