Undertow Drops Fresh New Single ‘On Sight’

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Serving up one of the slickest videos of the year, multi-faceted hip hop artist Undertow releases fresh visuals for his single ‘On Sight’ filmed by Kenna Filmz released via Likeminded Recordings.

The single was written over a period of time pre/post CO-VID, and is about his life and how the rapper lived, whether it was good or bad, he just keep moving forward. It references things that were happening at the time of the writing.

He goes on to say, “Friends were going through various struggles, from breakups to heart-attacks, this song is about how I perceived that at the time and how that affected me. From an artistic point of view, the track is about doing what you want, maintaining your vision and integrity. Don’t abide by the rules with art as it’s an expression of yourself,”

“The message is no matter how buried you are in life, mental thoughts, day to day hardship, and how down you feel, you just need to push on and get what you came here for,”

The accompanying visual overflows with energy and see’s Undertow roam through the streets of Sydney with conviction. Capturing the glow of the city and it’s surroundings. 

Having made a bold and confident statement within his career, Undertow is no stranger to the stage. He has over 20 years tenure entertaining Australian and New Zealand audiences never swaying too far from the spotlight. Since releasing his debut LP ‘Minds Believing’ in 2010 to some great reviews and recognition. He then went on to release two albums and an EP with the act Kobra Kai. As a founding member the D&B/Grime/Hip Hop/Electronica act Kobra Kai made a huge impact on the Australian scene. Following that release, ’Light in the Distance’ dropped 2018 and a collaboration with Sydney producer O.T and Dj Maniak for 2019’s ‘Staircases’ release.

Undertow has gone on to perfect his craft of connecting metaphors and syllables over crafted instrumentals. Along the way he shared the stage with some of the best in the business, including Caspa, Dizzee Rascal, Scratch Perverts, Dr Octagon, Lyrics Born, The Four Owls, Ocean Wisdom, Jam Baxter, MIA, Footsie and more.

St.Bedlam Drops New Single ‘SHELL’

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After a run of exceptional and critically acclaimed singles, St. Bedlam is back to set the record straight with a new single that sets clear boundaries “SHELL”. 

As an empathetic person, St. Bedlam has often struggled with creating boundaries in the past, this single not only highlights her struggles but also how she’s been able to grow and overcome them. 

As usual St.Bedlam effortlessly brings together her punchy rhymes, however this single differs from the others. Its craftily layered with harmonies and beefy bridge, showcasing her previous experience writing blues, jazz and singing in church choirs.

The concept of “SHELL” comes from an analogy the rapper uses to explain how she relates to her star sign of Cancer, the crab.

“Imagine you’re walking along the beach and pick up a hermit crab. The longer you poke, prod and shake him for, the longer he’ll stay curled up in his shelter. But if you gently hold him in the palm of your hand, eventually he’ll start to emerge and walk around comfortably. I see myself a lot like that. Don’t shake my shell or I’ll crawl further inside it. Be gentle with me and you’ll get to know the most outgoing, loving friend you’ll ever have,”

“I want people to take away from this song that boundaries is not a dirty word, and that you have every right to set healthy boundaries, and be confident, positive and happy with laying them down,” 

The single was produced by South West Sydney producer HappyCamper and engineered by Espa.

As one of the Australia’s most dynamic, Queer and exhilarating rappers, St.Bedlam creates a path of her own. She continues to set the standard at stellar levels, “SHELL” brings to light how creative and vulnerable the rapper can be. 

St.Bedlam has a refreshing interpretation of music laden with sauce-packed presence. Lyrical, emotive and oozing with quirkiness, the Sydney emcee is rapidly becoming recognised as one of the most unique artists Australia has to offer. Pairing insane lyrical ability with a devil-may-care demeanour, St.Bedlam takes listeners on a mind melding, mischievous journey of angst and imagination with every release. A natural performer, St.Bedlam is known to spit sparks with her electric performances, turning even the most sluggish crowd to a chanting, fist pumping, “living for the moment” machine.

St.Bedlam Releases Fresh New Single ‘Wazowksi’

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Quirky, weird and undeniably talented, rapper St.Bedlam releases an unapologetic and empowering new single ‘Wazowksi,’ an anti-conformist anthem for the outcasts. 

The term ‘Wazowski’ comes from Mike Wazowski from Monsters Inc. St.Bedlam continues to define her sound and continue her journey of self-discovery with ‘Wazowski’. The single is about having a strong sense that people are watching and judging your every move, and doing whatever you want regardless. 

Created as a form of release, St.Bedlam describes how the hip hop scene in Australia can sometimes feel isolated for a queer woman. 

“Being a queer woman in the Aussie hip hop scene, can sometimes feel like theres a mad target on your head, and as a result, insecurities start creeping up and you start doubting yourself. So the songs about being unashamedly yourself; authentic, bold, with all the weirdness and flaws included and absolutely rocking it with total confidence,”

“It’s a big double-middle-fingers-up to anyone judging and hating like “yeh mate, I’m going to be me and do what I love in spite of you. Keep hating. I’m going to keep doing me.” In that way, this song feels a lot like pure freedom,”

St.Bedlam has a refreshing interpretation of music laden with sauce-packed presence. Lyrical, emotive and oozing with quirkiness, the Sydney emcee is rapidly becoming recognised as one of the most unique artists Australia has to offer. Pairing insane lyrical ability with a devil-may-care demeanour, St.Bedlam takes listeners on a mind melding, mischievous journey of angst and imagination with every release. A natural performer, St.Bedlam is known to spit sparks with her electric performances, turning even the most sluggish crowd to a chanting, fist pumping, “living for the moment” machine.

St.Bedlam is working closely with South West Sydney producer HappyCamper, ensuring every future drop is laden with a raw and refined “signature sound”. ‘Wazowski will see this pocket rocket make her mark as one of the most talented and creative to ever touch mic in Australia.

Kazi A Releases A Heart-Felt Single That Shines A Light On Discrimination ‘Galileo’

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Kazi A releases a heart-felt politically charged single, ‘Galileo,’ a track that highlights the discrimination sometimes faced by the Muslim community in Australia.

Within the single, Kazi demonstrates his strength as a rapper, clever lyricism and unorthodox rhyming patterns with a passion. ‘Galileo’, is an honest, tell-tale story that unifies and represents the rapper’s ancestry. 

The captivating single is accompanied by visuals directed and edited by Keelan Judge. Within the video, the powerful visuals of a fight breaking out between a racist individual against a Bangladeshi brother and sister. As the video unfolds, it represents a harsh reality for some. The idea of the video is to remind the world that love and forgiveness trumps everything. 

“The purpose of this video was not to attack any race or religion. It is to show that forgiveness and love can be found in the hearts of people who discriminate, and also in the hearts of those facing discriminations,” said Kazi A. 

The following events from the video showcase everyday trauma that can be felt within the Muslim community, Kazi goes on to say, “There is no bias in this video as it shows frustration coming from the ethnic brother played by actor Aj Haider from news and social media as well making him defend with violence. Another encounter was made at the end of the video, where the changed racist person picks up the sister’s wallet showing willingness in both their hearts to accept,”

The single was inspired by fear that is spread by politicians and mainstream media. The term ‘Galileo’ is a metaphor for the artists’ frustration with current and past leadership. 

“It seems like our leaders are not capable of change and play the blame game on important topics, like when Australian leaders single out non-Western immigrants as a problem. They use the fear for political gain rather than solving problems the right way and protecting others. ‘Galileo’ was known for his observations with a telescope, as the

father of observational astronomy and I’m saying the leadership is lacking on Earth we need a telescope to find a capable leader in outer space,”

Having peppered music over the last years, Kazi has been in the hip hop scene since 2000s’. Born in Bangladesh Kazi was raised by his grandmother. With a unique upbringing, he captures the audience with the art of story telling through rap and poetry.The rapper started writing at the age of 14-years-old and his biggest inspirations are Tupac, Bone Thugs N Harmony, NWA and Immortal Technique. His latest album ‘Trappelation’ received love from taste-makers across the globe. 

Ay Huncho Teams Up With  Youngn Lipz & Mike Akox On Global Banger ‘Upgrade’

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Hailing from Merrylands in Western Sydney, Lebanese-Australian artist Ay Huncho teams up with big guns Youngn Lipz and Mike Akox on a fresh global-sounding banger ‘Upgrade’, released via Biordi Music, the powerhouse record label at the forefront of the current explosion of Australian rap, drill and RnB. 

Just in time for summer, ’Upgrade’ is an enriching single that showcases Western Sydney’s stunning diversity by blending a plethora of colours and sounds that celebrate love, lust and levelling up.

On the single, Ay Huncho said, ”Upgrade is really just a mad summer song, Its great to start the year with banger like this – good energy only. This is easily my favourite song I’ve released yet, and I’ve got more on the way”

The music video shows Ay Huncho and his crew enjoy notoriety around Sydney for their lavish lifestyle, the music video fittingly sees Huncho and co flaunting their ability to upgrade their love interest’s quality of life – everything from expensive jewellery, luxury cars, designer clothing and most importantly, his time and attention. 

Continuing Ay Huncho’s elevation within the music industry, the single has already debuted strongly at 150K streams on Spotify in the first 2 weeks of release, building great momentum with playlist support from A1, in addition to the video trending at #9 on YouTube.  

Stepping it up and stepping out with a major introduction to himself, the artist has shown tremendous growth over the last 12 months, with this record firmly showcasing his vocal ability as a singer as well as a rapper further solidifying his position within the top tier bracket of Australian Hip Hop and R&B artists. Ay Huncho has previously collaborated with the likes of A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie, Giggs, Manu Crooks, Anfa Rose and more. Whilst it’s just the beginning, Ay Huncho is perfectly poised to continue to take his exciting movement to even higher heights in 2021. 

Blaq Carrie Drops Visuals For Her Vulnerable Single ‘Since 2010’

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Curating a sound of her own, Blaq Carrie returns with visuals for her vulnerable single ‘Since 2010,’ directed by Grace Julia.

‘Since 2010’ was written mid 2020 during the lockdowns. Mentally BC was in a really good head space considering the circumstances. Written in response to self-doubt, reflection and dealing with the struggles of finding passion in music despite the bumpy journey. 

Speaking on the visuals, BC said, “When it came to the music video I reached out to Grace Julia again. But this time I told her that I just want the listeners to focus on my lyrics more so I suggest we do a girl next door look,”

“It really captures my vulnerability without a lot going on. It represents a more personal side of myself which is like the girl next door vibes.”

Teaming up with Grace Julia again, the two create a spellbinding, feel good number, that you need to be across.

The single is off her upcoming album “RUWA” due to drop in March 2021. Until then, BC will be dropping a slew of releases to mark her iconic return.

Blaq Carrie releases a striking new single ‘Musashi Freestyle,’

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Vigorous Brisbane-based Zimbabwe rapper, Blaq Carrie releases a striking new single ‘Musashi Freestyle,’ where she swiftly drops heat over the ebbing flow of the beat.

The menacing freestyle-cyber inspired single sees BC rap with confidence, name dropping individuals who she thinks are iconic in their own right. She then gets vulnerable showcasing two sides of her creative personality. 

On the single, BC said, “Musashi Freestyle is me flexing my rap skills in a simple way on the first verse,”

“A couple days after, I wrote the second verse where I am more vulnerable, questioning why am I not supposed to be where I think am supposed to be in my music career. I reference some of my favourite 2Pac albums which I go to for inspiration,”

The single is off her upcoming album “RUWA” due to drop in March 2021. Until then, BC will be dropping a slew of releases to mark her iconic return. 

Having maintained a strong presence in the scene, BC was born and raised in Zimbabwe and is now based in Brisbane,Australia.  After releasing her debut single ‘Let There Be Hope’ in 2013 she experienced a break-out year, winning the Triple J Unearthed Spring Hip Hop Festival competition and winning the Queensland Music Award ‘Best Urban Song’ and the Australian Independent Award and Music Video Award as well. BC is ready to make 2021 her year.

Visuals for the single is slated for release 12th January 2021. 

Links

Soundcloud | Instagram : Blaq Carrie | YouTube | Twitter @ Blaqcarrie26  | Facebook

OraciónSaint Drops Killer Visuals For ‘Ryu’

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Building an organic cult following of his own, Syrian/Australian rapper OraciónSaint fights back the pressures of daily life with visuals for his fresh single ‘Ryu’. 

With creative artillery in abundance, ’Ryu’ was mixed and mastered by OraciónSaint himself. The single is a follow-up to his latest versatile mixtape ‘Monarch’ which dropped in October. The artist raps about facing adversaries, dealing with ones demons and not being good enough.

Speaking on the single, OraciónSaint said, “I am retaliating to those who apply pressure on you.  So you deal a “right hook Ryu”. All while attracting attention from women that’s unwanted,”

Bringing the heat and setting the tone of our impending summer, the music video which was edited and directed by OraciónSaint gives you a nonchalant vibe towards human connection, lone wolf-vibes, pure aesthetics and a rough edge. 

With an enviable career Ryder Muhammed Esper Tayem is a Syrian North African born Australian rapper, singer, and songwriter. FwCartier was his previous moniker and he now goes under the name “OraciónSaint.” OraciónSaint gained a small cult following from his young audience across the globe through pop culture, depression and alienation themed music. ‘Ryu’ opens the door on a whole new chapter for the Australian artist making 2021 his year. 

Link: Instagram | Facebook | Soundcloud | Spotify | Twitter

Kazi A Teams Up With Lady P On New Single ‘Villain’

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Two of the freshest emcees to come out of Western Sydney Kazi A and Lady P joined forces on their new powerful single ‘Villain,’accompanied by captivating visuals from Jackson Speed.

A raw and motivational single, ‘Villain’ depicts how real energy can be conveyed without swearing or using derogatory terms. The two artists’ effortlessly showcase their authenticity within this track in their lyricism and demeanour.  

On how the two got together, Kazi A said, “Lady P opened for my ‘Trappelation’ album. I was captured by her energy and skills as an emcee and I just knew I had to collaborate with her,”

“I don’t just collaborate with anyone. Villain was the name of the beat and Lady P and I chose that one knowingly that it would suit both parties. We encouraged each other to keep it classy with high energy and still made it sound gangster,”

Using their voices and platform to make a difference, individually the artists’ have created a lane of their own, together they’ve built a unique style and flair not to be missed. 

With an impressive back catalogue, Kazi A returns with this new single after a trail-blazing album release. Taking on the scene in a serious way, he continues to captures his audiences with the art of story telling through rap and poetry.

Having peppered music over the last years, Kazi has been in the hip hop scene since 2000s’. Born in Bangladesh Kazi was raised by his grandmother. With a unique upbringing, the rapper started writing at the age of 14-years-old and his biggest inspirations are the greatest Tupac, Bone Thugs N Harmony, NWA and Immortal Technique.

Headlines Return With Striking New Single ‘Out Of Business’

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A cut above the rest, Melbourne hip hop outfit Headlines returns with a new single ‘Out Of Business’ off their forthcoming second EP.

Bringing in emotive, transcending and hard-hitting rhymes, Headlines continues to impress with their latest offering. The trio emphasis that they want to take their listeners on a journey of the unknown.

“I feel like this song takes you on a journey. To where I don’t know, but it’s a wild ride,” said Dstnce.

“We wanted to make sure the listeners felt like they travelled through this song. From a pulsing bass soaked beginning, coupled with stacked crunchy drums, double time bars, and a deep moody layered outro. ”

The hip hop group bring both flavour and style from both sides of the spectrum, whilst putting their own sound and elements that make them unique.

Headlines are a hip hop group hailing from Melbourne. Featuring rapper/musician Aye One, rapper/producer Dstnce and rapper/vocalist Teepz. Together they’ve been writing tunes and rocking shows for the last few years. 2019 saw them release their debut self titled E.P, along with a solo record from Dstnce. They also played a stack of shows across Gold Coast, Sydney and Melbourne supporting the likes of P Smurf, Krown & Pang Productions.