Category: Oz Hip Hop

Drapht Introduces ‘Arabella Street’ Part 2

New Single ’24hrs Of Sunlight’ Out Now

Australian hip-hop artist Drapht has a special treat for his fans today. The multi-platinum, ARIA award winning Perth artist has just dropped Part 2 of his sprawling Arabella Street album as well as a brand-new single ’24hrs of Sunlight’ produced with Six Four.

Drapht – 24hrs of Sunlight

Premiered this week on triple j Good Nights, ’24hrs of Sunlight’ is catchy as hell and summer anthem in the making. Drapht explains further…

“The concept for ’24hrs of Sunlight’ has travelled through many different production styles and life forms over the last 7 years. The idea originally came from a David Attenborough documentary about the midnight sun in the arctic – where vulnerable animals would be on constant high alert without a place to hide. It felt like a fitting metaphor for an untrusting relationship, where one would keep track of the other.”

‘24hrs of Sunlight’ is one of four brand new tracks to feature on Arabella Street (Part 2), out today via The Orchard/Sony Music. The new music is the companion piece to Arabella Street – released back in May and featuring breakout single ‘The Come Down Was Real’.

The sum of all these parts will form Drapht’s six full-length studio album – to be released in 2019. The majority of the material was written during an extended road trip across the West Coast of America in 2017, driving around a 30ft RV.

Source: AllAussieHipHop.com

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PREMIERE: Melbourne’s SERU Levels Up With Fraksha on New Single ‘Dead Zone’

Levelling up with is artist on the rise Isaiah Seru aka Seru. Residing in Melbourne, Seru has been putting that work in, having released multiple new tracks within the last month. All of which show promising signs of things to come. His new track ‘Dead Zone’ featuring the don of Melbourne Fraksha is no different

The team here at aahh! are proud to serve up Seru’s latest single and accompanying visuals, directed by Joe Ninety and released by TIMELE88 Visuals Dead Zone echoes strong grime influences with a touch of Aussie flavour. Stylistically, a considered approach has been taken, which is laid out in a clip on some dapper shit.

I’m the boss of the comrades
caviar with the cognac
cuban cigar with a top hat
I’m the new face of this aus rap

Seru is one to keep an eye on, you can find more of his work here. We suggest you check it out. You can follow him on Instagram here and Fraksha here.

Original Source: AllAussieHipHop.com

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DRAPHT – CHRISTMAS – PERTH SHOW!

SEASONS GREETINGS! On Sunday the 23rd of December, I’m throwing a massive Christmas Party / Sunday Sesh at my old stomping ground, The Rosie in Perth. We’ve got a seriously stacked lineup of some of Perth’s finest talent; Your Girl Pho, Nfa Jones & Charlie Bucket, Premiss & Hyclass, Marksman Lloyd plus my band and […]

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SEASONS GREETINGS!

On Sunday the 23rd of December, I’m throwing a massive Christmas Party / Sunday Sesh at my old stomping ground, The Rosie in Perth. We’ve got a seriously stacked lineup of some of Perth’s finest talent; Your Girl Pho, Nfa Jones & Charlie Bucket, Premiss & Hyclass, Marksman Lloyd plus my band and I to finish the night off. It’s set to be a big one. Bring your friends, bring the fam, it’s Christmas! Hope to see you there – Drapht x

You can get tickets ————> HERE!!!<!!!

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Hired Goons Release The First 7″ From Their Upcoming Series

Here we have the 1st in a series of 7″ vinyl pieces to be released from the legendary Hired Goons crew. Featuring a who’s who of hip-hop, including Bigfoot, Ciecmate, […]

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Here we have the 1st in a series of 7″ vinyl pieces to be released from the legendary Hired Goons crew. Featuring a who’s who of hip-hop, including Bigfoot, Ciecmate, Tornts, Billy Bunks, Heata and Gutz these are sure to go fast. Limited to 250 pieces, the Who/Despair 7″ is one not to sleep on. 

Tracklisting:
A SIDE: “WHO” A gritty Hired Goons boom bap anthem guaranteed to get you hyped up. Produced by Ciecmate featuring Bigfoot, Ciecmate, Tornts, Billy Bunks & Heata

B SIDE: “DESPAIR” An emotive smasher dedicated to those going through hard times. Produced by Ciecmate, featuring Ciecmate, Gutz, Tornts & Bigfoot

Specs: 130 gram Black 7″ vinyl, cut at 45RPM for maximum volume and quality on the plate. Secure your copy here: Hired Goons Who/Despair 7″

Source: AllAussieHipHop.com

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‘What’s The Problem, Norman?’

What’s The Problem, Norman? After finishing making the music for this one,I felt it had a real ‘Sin City’ vibe to it. So when delving into the lyrics I went searching through a bunch of Frank Miller comics and found the line “Whatever is the problem, Norman?” in his comic ‘Hard Boiled’. It was odd and had a nice ring to it, and the concept of revolting against ‘Norman/normal’ is one close to my heart. The David Bowie post-chorus line came from a homeless man on the streets of St Kilda after we had just played a show in Melbourne. And the Medicine Man lines in the second verse and bridge were inspired by my time in Ecuador….. Collage by Isabel Chiara


Source: Drapht on Facebook

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Downsyde hitting Karratha for “Beats in the Heat”

Downsyde hitting Karratha for “Beats in the Heat” December 8!! Going to be a huge party in the Wild West!! #beatsintheheat #karratha #westernaustralia


Source: Downsyde on Facebook

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Ty Mikado Teams Up With His Brother On New Single ‘Monster’

‘Monster’ is the latest offering from one of Australian Hip-Hop’s best-kept secrets ’Ty Mikado’. Released digitally on all major platforms and accompanied by a dark masterpiece of a music video, complete with some levitation because, well why not? The video visually represents the feelings of depression and anxiety expressed throughout the lyrics of the track.
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The instrumental was originally crafted by Sydney beatsmith ‘Patrick James’, who also happens to be Ty’s brother, with post-production on the beat performed by Mikado. The mix and master were executed by Ty at the Indigo Embassy, and the music video was even directed and edited by the man himself. So it seems it’s true, if you want something done right, you have to do it yourself…

Original Source: AllAussieHipHop.com

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YG Announces Triple One As Support For Australian Tour

YG has revealed that Sydney motley crew Triple One will be the national support for his Australian tour which will hit our shores in two short weeks.

Continuing their whirlwind year, sharing the stage with YG will be among the many highlights. Their breakout hit ‘Tarlo’ brought their vicious and volatile raps to the masses with an add-on triple j, leading the way for singles ‘Valentine Kid’ and ‘Showoff’ to follow. The crew boast over 600,000 monthly Spotify listeners and were crowned triple j unearthed’s Feature Artist of the Week in June.

YG will be joining us to launch his most recent, third studio album ‘STAY DANGEROUS’ released in August and features guest appearances from A$AP Rocky, Nicky Minaj, Ty Dolla Sign and more. The full length debuted at #5 on the US Billboard 200 – his third top ten in the US – with single ‘Big Bank’ going Platinum. In Australia, it debuted at #15 on the ARIA Album Charts.

The tour will coincide with his slot at Spilt Milk in Canberra which has sold out, making the national tour the only place to catch YG.

YG’s debut album ‘My Krazy Life’ dropped in 2014 with features from Drake and Schoolboy Q amongst its guests, sending the 14-tracker to number two on the album charts. His follow up ‘Still Brazy’ took a more political route, the viral, anti-Donald Trump single ‘FDT’ became an anthem during the presidential election in 2016. YG also entered the ARIA Top 20 charts in 2016 with Jeremih, featuring on his international knockout hit ‘Don’t Tell Em’.

Over his time in the music industry, YG’s collaborated with the best including Mariah Carey, Snoop Dogg, Kendrick Lamar, Drake, Lil Wayne, Nicki Minaj and 50 Cent solidifying his heavyweight status.

YG heads back to Australia after his debut 2015 co-headline tour with long-time collaborator Ty Dolla $ign. His follow up 2017 tour sold-out in record time and forced a reschedule to accommodate all his die-hard fans. He then returned to the US to support Kendrick Lamar on the 15-date D.A.M.N tour, ensuring his incredible high energy live show is certified by the best.

Get ready to party this November as YG and triple One storm through the nation.

Original Source: AllAussieHipHop.com

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Tasman Kieth Releases Debut EP ‘Mission Famous’

Following up the fire-spitting ode to personal triumph, My Pelopolees, Tasman Keith has flipped the table with the music video for Divided; a smooth flow about the harder times, depression and the blurred lines between shared experiences.

Divided was the final taste of Tasman Keith’s debut EP ‘Mission Famous‘ ahead of its release today, Friday, October 26. To celebrate it’s release Tasman is now the cover photo for the official Australian Hip Hop Spotify playlist, ‘All Aussie Hip Hop’.

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A loud voice in the fight for recognition, compassion and acceptance for individuals struggling through mental illness; Tasman takes the stories of those in his circle, combines them with his own personal stories and challenges his audience to find the line.

“Divided speaks from a standpoint in which I’m finding myself in the same position as many people do, dealing with depression and issues that are tough to face. Throughout the entire song, I dip in between speaking from a personal experience and taking the experience of others that I have seen be affected by these issues, people in my circle, family. The challenge for the listener is trying to find where that line is drawn, which parts are my truth and which parts are the truths of others,” said Tasman.

2017 marked a major milestone for Tasman; bursting on the independent hip-hop scene with his debut studio single ‘Might Snap’ which followed multiple underground mixtape releases since 2014. ‘Might Snap’ went into rotation across several community radio platforms including FBi Radio and received critical acclaim on triple j Unearthed. Shortly after, Tasman teamed up with ARIA nominated producer James Mangohig and Bad Apples Music’s Nooky to begin the process of compiling his debut studio EP.

Tasman has since shared the stage with renowned artists such as A. B. Original, Briggs, Birdz and Caiti Baker and performed at the Blue Mountain Music Festival and the Bad Apples Music House Party. Tasman had also collaborated with renown writer, poet, and rapper Omar Musa for the lead single ‘Assimilate’ on his album, ‘Since Ali Died’.

Tasman echoes the powerful message he presents in his music, using his platform to be a powerful voice for social justice and Indigenous issues. He was invited by lauded UK hip-hop artist, poet, writer, and activist Akala to sit on the Sydney Ideas Panel during which Tasman spoke passionately about the importance of using hip-hop as a medium to shed light on important issues facing his community and society at large.

Original Source: AllAussieHipHop.com

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Badboyswiss Releases New Single ‘DWN’ via Low Key Source

Hailing from the western suburbs of Sydney, Badboyswiss is quickly gathering a firm following of dedicated fans enamoured with his intelligent storytelling and effortless flow.

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‘DWN’ sees Badboyswiss and Low Key Source join forces to bring you something different, a unique perspective and original sound, a song that delves deep into the realities of life in the modern world.

Physically, mentally, emotionally how do we stay on top and win? Badboyswiss spits fire over a brooding, melancholy ‘Kid Elgalad’ production that perfectly suits the dark tale he spins about the ups and downs of living, being able to see the real from the fake and finding balance within yourself.

Original Source: AllAussieHipHop.com

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