BLONDIEMAN can be described in many ways… human, blonde, possibly a man. He has been described as ‘the inimitable maestro’ by some. Whichever way you want to go you can’t sleep on his brand new album title B.O.A.T.
Following on from the Blondieman EP relesed late March, B.O.A.T is a cosmic journey through time and space ridding upon the jizz ejaculated from a half man, half dolphin being. The albums crazy artwork created by Bonnita Gillard, sets the scene. We really didn’t need another album cover with a fake plastic wrapping design.
There’s just no denying the level that this project sits upon. Forget trends, forget dickheads, forget artists who like to tongue fuck each others dickholes for triple j plays, this one in straight up in a lane of its own. No one does it like Phil Gektor.
Cop a facial from Blondieman’s latest release B.O.A.T out now.
420 Fam’s very own ChillinIT, welcomes back triple j’s ‘Like A Version’, the first appearance of the show since it went on hiatus back in March.
Triple One member Lil Dijon joined the performance to take on Brockhampton’s SUGAR, taken from their 2019 album GINGER. The duo also celebrated the occasion with a performance of their collaboration ‘Lights Off’, which featured on ChillinIT’s 2019 album ‘The Octagon’. Back in April, ChillinIT released a ‘420 Deluxe Edition’ of ‘The Octagon’ featuring a handful of new tracks.
Expect to catch Chill on a rescheduled national tour throughout September and October. You can view the performances below:
Includes Features From Pharrell Williams, Mavis Staples, 2 Chainz, Zack De La Rocha, and More
Run The Jewels, the duo of Killer Mike and El-P, have just released their new album RTJ4 two days ahead of its planned release date as a free download and across all digital platforms. The album features collaborations with and contributions from Pharrell Williams, Zack de la Rocha, Mavis Staples, 2 Chainz, Josh Homme, DJ Premier, and more.
State the duo: “Fuck it, why wait? The world is infested with bullshit so here’s something raw to listen to while you deal with it all. We hope it brings you some joy. Stay safe and hopeful out there and thank you for giving 2 friends the chance to be heard and do what they love.
With sincere love and gratitude, Jaime and Mike.”
For fans looking to do some good through donation, Run The Jewels have provided a list of organisations on their website that are fighting for justice, change, and equity in America, including their longtime allies the National Lawyers Guild which, amongst other things, provides legal representation for lawful protesters. You can find the full list of organisations here: runthejewels.com/pages/donate
Listen to the ultimate productivity mix, curated by Ta-ku
Curtin University in Western Australia, in partnership with Red Bull, reveals the results of a research project examining whether and how music impacts focus and productivity. In conjunction with the findings, Perth beatmaker, and all-round creative Ta-ku, has curated the ultimate playlist that enhances learning productivity for university students and more.
The research project invited Curtin University students to participate in self-reporting and biometric testing to determine how musical elements may affect concentration and learning performance. The project next identified the best combination of these musical elements, including resolution, tempo and density, to produce optimal concentration levels.
Once the findings were in, Red Bull Music Academy Alumni Ta-ku, aka Reggie Matthews, used these learnings to craft a special mix of new and original songs specifically to help improve your focus while studying. You can listen to the mix on Mixcloud below.
Underground rapper MiKki has recently released a brand new single titled ANGL. The track hit our radar just the other day and we thought it was worth a share. This is the second single from MiKki this year following on from “I’m Not Driving” which dropped a few months back and highlighted a difficult period for of his life.
The visuals for ANGL are out now and follows MiKki through a series of locations as he fires off a barrage of multis and a hook that will earworm your brain. The clip which features a masked presence was shot and edited by MAAXVISUALS and produced by TOUGH EDIT.CO. Check out more from MiKki by following the link here.
Sinks, a previous triple j Unearthed competition winner, and the 12th recipient of the annual APRA AMCOS/Hilltop Hoods Initiative has just released the first single from his upcoming album.
The new single titled Nicky Santoro is the first taste we have from ‘Terror Australis’, Sinks upcoming album expected to release in August 2020.
The new track ‘Nicky Santoro’, is named after the main antagonist in the 1995 Martin Scorsese film Casino. Who is based off the real life Chicago Outfit enforcer Anthony John “The Ant” Spilotro. Nicky Santoro features production from Ramzee, and has been released alongside a brand new clip which you can check out above.
Got more lines then a wall street honcho// pen fuck em up like I’m Nicky Santoro// this spanned an era putting holes in your poncho// Top 5 lyricist the shit that I’m on though//
The Dynamic Production Duo Return To The Scene Of The Crime With Their Former ‘Down Under Beats’ Counterpart Dialectrix, Bringing The Ruckus You’d Expect.
Platterpush and Codeks have been DJ’ing since the late 90’s, recording, performing and touring with numerous live outfits. Turntablism is an important aspect of their style which is evident in both of their live sets and releases. Platterpush and Codeks were the founding members and co-producers of Down Under Beats crew (Dialectrix, Joenew, Immune, 13th Son), a hip hop collective that toured extensively and released two albums in the mid 2000’s. Being ‘Unearthed’ by Triple J in 2004 raised the bands profile and saw them becoming one of the trailblazers of the emerging Australian Hip Hop genre.
The Producer/Dj duo have gone on to produce for many successful artists such as Thundamentals, Lotek & P.Smurf. The pair recently produced the majority of P.Smurf’s recent debut solo LP ‘Playin the Blues’. As well as continuing to write music together Platterpush & Codeks have also gone on to work on numerous other projects. Platterpush is now a member of the notorious Blue Mountains four-piece Otherside and features prominently on their two EP’s and recent 7” singles. Codeks has been busy recording and touring with his own band Bomb Threat who are currently working on their debut album.
‘Hands Down’ is the 2nd Single taken from Platterpush and Codeks’ debut production malbum ‘Planet of the Misfits’ due late 2020 on Scratches Records. The bold anthemic single features Melbourne-based wordsmith Dialectrix, who returns to the scene with a vengeance; giving fans a lyrical masterclass on why he is still one of the finest emcees in the country.
More than a decade after their crew (Down Under Beats) disbanded, the three artists have re-united to serve up a double-time tongue twisting banger. With a healthy dose of bravado Dialectrix asserts his continued lyrical prowess whilst making light of his professional stay at home dad status. Platterpush and Codeks provide a dramatic soundtrack, combining a dark orchestral sound-world with contemporary double- time grime influences.
Look out for the forthcoming production album from Platterpush & Codeks titled ‘Planet Of The Misfits’, featuring a vast array of guests, showcasing vocals from some of Hip Hop’s finest local and international artists.
The 5th instalment of JD Radio has been released featuring Bace Kadet’s ‘all aussie’ mix of Hip Hop bangers.
With many sleeping on the grass roots talent of established and up and coming artists, Bace Kadet shines the spotlight on the likes of Jess B, One Four, Hooligan Hefs, Shadow, Nerve, Triple One and more.
After listening to this mix, there’ll be no doubt left that Australian talent is truly some of the best in the world. While you turn the beats up, shop Bace Kadet’s The North Face outfit here at JD Sports.
Created alongside producer Jia Lih, the production wizard responsible for Troy Sivan’s multi platinum “Blue Neighbourhood” release including the worldwide hit “Youth’, (as well as a cuts for Trevor Daniels, Meg Mac and more), BOLD pushes the Nigerian born, New Zealand raised artist creatively into uncharted waters with a combination of Afro Beat, Trap and Southern Rap, Hyphy, Nineties West Coast 90s Rap & RnB, and even explorations into the realms of Vogue music and Hyper Pop.
Heralding the culmination of a full speed year of collaborations and live appearances, BOLD finds Sophiegrophy gliding between introspective and dark atmospheres, or moving into angular and abrasive territory while still allowing room to get lit in the clubs. Tracks including “Boii”, “Evol” and “American Honey” showcases not only Sophiegrophy’s comfortable capabilities in the rap game, but also her ability to throw down on a melodic hook, while “Shake” and “Is It” keep pulses racing. Sophiegrophy “BOLD” is a diverse collection of music from Australia’s most unique hip hop artist.
In Sophiegrophy’s own words: “The BOLD ep is all about expanding myself as an artist through the exploration of different genres and sounds while still being true to myself. Diversity is everything to me and since I appreciate all types of sounds, I wanted to challenge myself and take risks. Being static is just not an option.”
Having recently signed with Australia’s renowned MAKER Agency for bookings (Tame Impala, What So Not), keep your eyes and ears peeled for Sophiegrophy as she promises to make an indelible mark on the international Hip Hop & Club world once the live circuit restarts in late 2020.
Mancunian rap powerhouse Aitch shares new EP POLARIS. The hefty 8-track project is proof of just why the 20-yr-old is the name on everyone’s lips. Paying homage to his northern roots, the EP is named after the Polaris star, located at the end of the handle of the Little Dipper, approximately 408 light years from Earth. Polaris is also known as the NORTH STAR.
Following on from his high-octane performance of ‘Raw’ and ‘Rain’ with AJ Tracey at Radio 1’s Big Weekend, Aitch hit his already ecstatic fans with another dose of new music – this time in the form of new single ’30’, which surfaced overnight with a Manchester-filmed, fast and furious visual (below). Just hours earlier, Aitch generated fan hysteria with the announcement of Polaris.
The new EP features never before heard tracks ‘Safe To Say‘, ‘Zombie‘,’Triggered‘,’Like Them‘ and – an ode to Aitch’s hometown – ‘Moston’, alongsidehit single ‘Rain’, a collaborative release with AJ Tracey, which after charting Top 5, has stuck in the UK Top 20 ever since.
With his witty and rapid wordplay and versatility, Aitch is a shining light on the UK music scene – a chart dominating force to be reckoned with. Adapting his trademark flow to any beat, Aitch has enlisted production on Polarisfrom long term-collaborator and fellow Mancunian Whyjay, (‘Moston’, ’30’, ‘Raw’ alongside Sangy), as well as US heavyweight Kenny Beats (‘Safe To Say’, ‘Zombie’); Cubeatz (‘Safe To Say’) and Nils (‘Zombie’); the Grammy nominated Tay Keith (‘Rain’); AOD (‘Like Them’); and the incredibly talented Nastalgyia x Sykes (‘Triggered’).
Polaris lands just one week after ‘Raw’ – a declaration of confidence and truth that recaps on Aitch’s success so far. The track is accompanied by a dark and moody visual (directed by KC Locke) – watch below.
Aitch is undoubtedly one of the biggest success stories of the last year. Covering The Guardian Guide last month, and garnering support from the likes of NME, GQ, Vogue, Clash and beyond, Aitch is on the rise – even Stormzy and Ed Sheeran are fans. Debut offering ‘Straight Rhymez’has garnered more than 19 million views, credited as the video that propelled the then-teenage Aitch, into the limelight.
Since then, Aitch has gone on to make his mark globally – he is YouTube’s ‘Artist On The Rise’, has a Brit Award nomination under his belt and a Global Award win for ‘Best New Artist’. His video for single ‘Taste (Make It Shake)’ has accrued 28M views, and at one point he even featured on four songs in the UK Official Chart at one time. A keen collaborator and integral part of the UK Rap Scene, Aitch has seen huge success with his features on Young T and Bugsey ‘Strike Me A Pose’, Russ x Tion Wayne ‘Kesha Becky (Remix)’, Ed Sheeran ‘Take Me Back To London’ and more recently, alongside DigDat on ‘Ei8ht Mile’.
AITCH20 – AUS/NZ TOUR *RESCHEDULED DATES* with special guest NERVE
THU 01 OCT | Tuning Fork, Auckland *new show FRI 02 OCT | Tuning Fork, Auckland *sold out SAT 03 OCT | Meow, Wellington *final tickets WED 07 OCT | Metro Theatre, Sydney *venue upgraded THU 08 OCT | 170 Russell, Melbourne *venue upgraded FRI 09 OCT | The Triffid, Brisbane *venue upgraded SAT 10 OCT | Villa, Perth *sold out
