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\nGrindin\u2019 & 40 Days Touring are pleased to announce the first solo tour in Australia\/New Zealand for one of Hip Hop\u2019s most lyrical MC\u2019s live and direct from Detroit, Elzhi.
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\nElzhi made his international debut on \u201cCome and Get It,\u201d a stand out song from Jay Dee\u2019s (J Dilla) debut album, \u201cWelcome 2 Detroit\u201d. The widespread praise for the track led to Elzhi joining the group Slum Village in 2002. The albums that Elzhi recorded as a member of the group \u2013 \u201cTrinity\u201d, \u201cDetroit Deli\u201d and \u201cSlum Village\u201d \u2013 have sold more than 600,000 copies and established Slum Village as one of the most respected Hip Hop groups in the world.<\/p>\n

In 2009, Elzhi hired a new manager who immediately made enquiries into Slum Village\u2019s contract with E1 music regarding their new album. RJ Rice, the founder of the group\u2019s long-time label, Barak Records (n.k.a. Ne\u2019Astra Music Group) responded by cutting Elzhi\u2019s appearances on \u201cThe Villa Manifesto\u201d LP in half. Ultimately, the label made the decision to remove Elzhi from Slum Village.<\/p>\n

With The JAE.B Group as new management since 2010 and Elzhi\u2019s departure from the record label that is home of Slum Village, Elzhi is now focused on reaching new heights. After a decade of recording, and years of international touring under his belt, Elzhi has the focus and experience to conquer new levels of success as a solo artist and one of the greatest emcees.<\/p>\n

In mid 2011 Elzhi released his eagerly anticipated mixtape, \u201cElmatic\u201d, a homage to Nas\u2019 widely praised debut \u201cIllmatic\u201d. With his positive image and undeniable talent, Elzhi is considered to be one of the greatest emcees in the world. As he moves forward, Elzhi will continue to build on his strong, international fan base.<\/p>\n

Download \u201cElmatic\u201d here \u2013 <\/strong>www.elzhi.com<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

TOUR DATES:<\/strong>
\nWednesday 7th September – San Francisco Bath House, Wellington
\nThursday 8th September – Fu Bar, Auckland
\nFriday 9th September – The Espy, Melbourne
\nSaturday 10th September – Rocket Bar, Adelaide
\nSunday 11th September – Tone, Sydney<\/p>\n