TY AUSTRALIAN TOUR JUNE / JULY 2013

Outstanding hip hop, lyrical frankness & honest portrayals of everyday life. Ben Chijioke, better known as British rapper Ty, signed to Tru Thoughts in January 2013 to begin the next stage in a remarkable career with the release of two singles. With a reputation built on his original style and refusal to hop on any

THE BLACK OPERA “FUCKIN PROBLEM” VIDEO

MESSAGE FROM [T]HE [B]LACK [O]PPOSITES: “Fxck what the title say tho…This aint that earthy ass conscious Black Opera shit cuh. This that ratchet ass swag shit cuh. This that Black Opposites shit my nig! Woo! Trill level just passed 3000 and rising. My nigga Andy MADD behind the camera and shiiiiit. We poppin pills and

THE BLACK OPERA “FUCKING PROBLEM” FREE DOWNLOAD

In times like these, Dark Comedy is no laughing matter. So with all jokes aside, we wanted to put a satirical spin on A$AP Rocky’s “Fuckin’ Problem” in order to address current events and issues. Events and issues that include the school shooting in Connecticut, gun control, mental health, and America’s prescription drug addition amongst

ODDISEE INTERVIEW

Oddisee, born Amir Mohamed, is a MC/producer currently signed by Mello Music Group splitting his time between Brooklyn, Washington DC and London. He was born in Washington DC and raised in Prince George’s County, Maryland and his love for this area is clear in his work. As a member of the Low Budget Crew, Diamond

ODDISEE AUSTRALIA/NEW ZEALAND TOUR 2012

Since producing and performing the hit track “Musik Lounge” for DJ Jazzy Jeff’s “Magnificent” LP, Amir “Oddisee” Mohamed has pushed his involvement in the music industry into fifth gear. Taking advantage of working at A Touch of Jazz studios, Oddisee has incorporated the neo soul vibe of Philly into his eclectic and well decorated resume. Coming

DAVID DALLAS “THE ROSE TINT” AUSTRALIAN ALBUM RELEASE PARTIES

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

GRINDIN’ REMIXED BY M-PHAZES FREE DOWNLOAD!

To celebrate the launch of the new Grindin’ website, for a limited time we are offering the Grindin’ Remixed by M-Phazes compilation album for free download! The album features exclusive remixes of tracks by Mystro Feat. Daniel Merriweather, Kohndo Feat. Slum Village, Yungun & Mr Thing, P-Money Feat. Scribe, Jehst, OC and many more! Also, check

RELEASE: “Grindin’ Volume 2” mixed by J Period

On the eve of his first Australian tour New York based J Period teams up with local label Grindin’ to bring you Volume 2 in their mix CD series which is also hosted by OC (DITC). With a resume that includes DJ & Remix work for Grammy winners Lauryn Hill, The Roots, Kanye West and

RELEASE: First Man “Thinking Out Loud”

Having produced tracks for a number of the urban industry’s top players, ‘Thinking Out Loud’ is First Man’s debut release of their own. It showcases their signature sound that is recognisable yet versatile, blending live instruments and soulful samples with cutting edge beats. Featuring the likes of Skinnyman and Blak Twang at their best, this