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Kings Konekted, from the Underworld to the Underground /// INTERVIEW

In 2015 Kings Konekted released their highly anticipated debut album, Corrupted Citizens on Unkut Recordings. Following in the footsteps of label boss, Trem, with that D.I.Y. quality-over-quantity ethos and a penchant for grimey Hip Hop, the album was always going to be an end-to-end burner. To go behind the scenes of Corrupted Citizens, Ben Iota …

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Mantra shows his lighter side with Scenefour /// Interview

In November 2015 ‘your favourite rapper’s favourite rapper’, Mantra, released an EP entitled Scenefour to tide fans over until his next LP drops. In Mantra’s words, ‘this record is pretty different to the last couple. While they were quite personal and introspective, this one doesn’t take itself quite so seriously’. As a result, Scenefour is …

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Australian Rappers Speak Up About Australia Day

Today stirs the emotional and political pot for many Australians, and it’s no surprise to hear MC’s geographically located in Australia speak out against the current Australia Day celebrations. The most prominent in our community, a vocal advocate for the indigenous community, Briggs, via Vice has put together a chat with Bangladesh comedian Aamer Rahman. While …

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Fat Joe

Fat Joe talks new DITC music and who really really inspired him /// Interview

It’s been a few years since Don Cartegena, a.k.a Fat Joe was in the spotlight, so he’s well timed for an Australian tour. A man of change, from weight to work, Joe has longevity in Hip Hop that deserves props. He’s a likeable character these days through his charity work, open honestly about his family life, and active …

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When their powers combine, they are SMOG /// The Anti Whack Planet Crew

Some of your favourite rappers get together for a collab track, sure, but it’s rare you find MCs and producers joining together for a full album. With Victorian veteran Mouf relocating to Perth City, he’s joined with newcomer Kogz, and SBX’s Rob Shaker teams with local producer Mat Rafle, and with their powers combined, they are, SMOG. …

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