As
we get the news that yet another hip hop event in Australia has been
cancelled...Rap City ....as well as Australian hip hop festival
Sprung not going forth in Melbourne.. we ask ourselves, is it
becoming hard to find our daily/ weekly/ monthly dose of LIVE hip
hop?
Well I'm here to tell you, fear not! The next month Sydney
is chock full of hip hop goodness!! Plan your calendar around these
gems...
decisions, decisions...
October
4 Mantra-
Annandale Hotel Mantra's third album kicks off with a bang!
Telling Scenes touches on some deep emotional issues. And as always
this emcee is a top story teller. I've lost touch with Mantra over
the three years in between his last album and now. But I'm excited to
rekindle this relationship. This is intelligent hip hop with a feel
good vibe. I'm excited!
Tickets $18.40
Doors 8pm
Tickets $18.40
Doors 8pm
Mind
Over Matter- Spectrum, Darlinghurst
With this being their first national tour show in over 2 years, “Somebody's Love” tour celebrates the release of their third album. I've never seen them myself but I hear they are really fun live and kinda funny if their you tube videos are anything to go by. Or at least funny looking.. something like that. Supported by P Smurf and Black Magic
Tickets $11.73
Doors 8pm
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With this being their first national tour show in over 2 years, “Somebody's Love” tour celebrates the release of their third album. I've never seen them myself but I hear they are really fun live and kinda funny if their you tube videos are anything to go by. Or at least funny looking.. something like that. Supported by P Smurf and Black Magic
Tickets $11.73
Doors 8pm
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Thundamentals-
Carmen's Nightclub, Miranda
Busy working on their personal side
projects and writing material for their new album, the Thundakats
haven't been all together on stage for almost a year. Touring for
their new single "Smiles Don't Lie" they kind of cheated us
out of Sydney show by playing at FBi's 10th Anniversary Party and
then a mid- week Bondi show. But with supports like Loose Change,
Elemont, and Bay Side Wreckers, it might be worth the trek south.
This is still part of Sydney after all.
tickets $21.95
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Doors 8pm
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tickets $21.95
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Doors 8pm
Spit
Syndicate- Hotel Gearin, Katoomba
On the road for their "Money Over Bullshit" tour, celebrating the release of their third album, “Sunday Gentlemen” back in February. Any excuse for a party, really. These boys are on a massive tour of the country and when they do it they do it hard. I think the name is actually supposed to be ironic, cause I wouldn't really call any of them gentlemen. But they definitely bring a good time. Their big Sydney show isn't till November 2nd at the Hi Fi bar but if you have clashes that night it wouldn't be a bad idea to catch them in the more intimate Katoomba venue.
Tickets $18.90
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On the road for their "Money Over Bullshit" tour, celebrating the release of their third album, “Sunday Gentlemen” back in February. Any excuse for a party, really. These boys are on a massive tour of the country and when they do it they do it hard. I think the name is actually supposed to be ironic, cause I wouldn't really call any of them gentlemen. But they definitely bring a good time. Their big Sydney show isn't till November 2nd at the Hi Fi bar but if you have clashes that night it wouldn't be a bad idea to catch them in the more intimate Katoomba venue.
Tickets $18.90
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October
5th Bagels,
Beers, and Beats- Helm Bar and Bistro, Central
If you're in the city on a glorious Saturday afternoon like this one is sure to be and you're up for something a bit different, or if you're a native New Yorker like me and you're just dying for a real bagel, check out this Brooklyn inspired spring block party. Along with bagels done right (heavy on the cream cheese) you can try Brooklyn Lager, a Brooklyn inspired cocktail, or any of whatever kind of alcohol gets you going. On the entertainment tip, DJ and MC Sam Dynamite will be spinning some of your favourite Brooklyn beats and there will be live art to boot! Sounds like a great afternoon spent to me!
Event runs from 12-4pm
Tickets $25 include two bagels and two beers or one cocktail + entertainment
If you're in the city on a glorious Saturday afternoon like this one is sure to be and you're up for something a bit different, or if you're a native New Yorker like me and you're just dying for a real bagel, check out this Brooklyn inspired spring block party. Along with bagels done right (heavy on the cream cheese) you can try Brooklyn Lager, a Brooklyn inspired cocktail, or any of whatever kind of alcohol gets you going. On the entertainment tip, DJ and MC Sam Dynamite will be spinning some of your favourite Brooklyn beats and there will be live art to boot! Sounds like a great afternoon spent to me!
Event runs from 12-4pm
Tickets $25 include two bagels and two beers or one cocktail + entertainment
October
6Mind Over Matter- Batemans Bay
If you miss MOM in Sydney over the weekend, why not plan a trip south over the long weekend and catch them in on of the most beautiful parts of the country. Supported by Stik'move, Azza D and Knott Enuff
Tickets $10 presale/ $15 at the door
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October
9th & 23rd
Hip Hop Cinema & Hip Hop Karaoke- Flinders Hotel, Surry Hills
Fortnightly hip hop fun night. Can't wait for the weekend? Need a place to chill out with cool like minded people mid week? Good music, good people, classic hip hop inspired films and docos, and don't forget the popcorn. All free! Films shown 7-9 during happy hour, karaoke starts after that.
Free event!
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Hip Hop Cinema & Hip Hop Karaoke- Flinders Hotel, Surry Hills
Fortnightly hip hop fun night. Can't wait for the weekend? Need a place to chill out with cool like minded people mid week? Good music, good people, classic hip hop inspired films and docos, and don't forget the popcorn. All free! Films shown 7-9 during happy hour, karaoke starts after that.
Free event!
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October
10th
Thursday Night Hip Hop- Bar Brooklyn, Manly
You know how you are constantly taking the ferry north week after week to attend all those dope hip hop
shows in Manly? Yeah... me either. In fact, I'm pretty sure I've never even been to one hip hop night in Manly, but I do know a lot of people who live in Manly who make their way out to the city week after week. Well that's all about the change. State Advanced is all set up to host a weekly hip hop night the first one being this night. With DJ Prolifik (Bustacap, Broken Thought Theory, High Noon) on the turn tables this will certainly be a night that you don't want to miss, whether you're a local or you have to make the trek from the city. Who knows what local talent will be up in the coming weeks, so keep this one in your sights.
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The Roots- Hordern Pavillion
This is just a reminder to get your tickets for this incredible night which is happening on 27th December!!
I don't want you to miss out!Tickets $89.80 On Sale at 9am
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Speech Therapy 2- Work-Shop, Ultimo
This isn't your typical hip hop set. This is 3 top Sydney emcees Mute (Reverse Polarities), Rapaport (Loose Change), and the Tongue in a poetry slam type format. They will be doing freestyles, raps, and spoken word. So come check out Big Village X Elefant Traks for something a bit out of the ordinary.
Strictly Limited Capacity!
Tickets- $20
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October 17th
Sketch the Rhyme- The Basement, Circular Quay
If you haven't seen it yet, you're in for a treat. This gameshow type hip hop fun experience breaks the mold in all categories. It combines live art, live beats, and freestyle rapping into friendly hip hop games enjoyed by young and old alike. These emcees have to be quick witted to succeed but rather than a battle format where they are pitted against each other, the friendly competition here sees them working together more to move the storyline along. This is something that has to be seen to be believed. This time featuring guest emcees Joe New and EaRelevant.
Tickets $18 presale/ $22 at the door
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Thursday Night Hip Hop- Bar Brooklyn, Manly
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The Roots- Hordern Pavillion
This is just a reminder to get your tickets for this incredible night which is happening on 27th December!!
I don't want you to miss out!Tickets $89.80 On Sale at 9am
info
Speech Therapy 2- Work-Shop, Ultimo
This isn't your typical hip hop set. This is 3 top Sydney emcees Mute (Reverse Polarities), Rapaport (Loose Change), and the Tongue in a poetry slam type format. They will be doing freestyles, raps, and spoken word. So come check out Big Village X Elefant Traks for something a bit out of the ordinary.
Strictly Limited Capacity!
Tickets- $20
Facebook event
October 17thSketch the Rhyme- The Basement, Circular Quay
If you haven't seen it yet, you're in for a treat. This gameshow type hip hop fun experience breaks the mold in all categories. It combines live art, live beats, and freestyle rapping into friendly hip hop games enjoyed by young and old alike. These emcees have to be quick witted to succeed but rather than a battle format where they are pitted against each other, the friendly competition here sees them working together more to move the storyline along. This is something that has to be seen to be believed. This time featuring guest emcees Joe New and EaRelevant.
Tickets $18 presale/ $22 at the door
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October
18th Big
Village Brew- Factory Theatre, Marrickville
As if they cool factor wasn't through the roof already, this local Sydney independent label, bursting with talent, has revealed they have another trick up their sleeve, and it's cool refreshing and tasty! Come join the party and get toasty on their new brew!
tickets $10 prepaid, $15 on the door
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As if they cool factor wasn't through the roof already, this local Sydney independent label, bursting with talent, has revealed they have another trick up their sleeve, and it's cool refreshing and tasty! Come join the party and get toasty on their new brew!
tickets $10 prepaid, $15 on the door
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Katchafire-
Big Top, Luna Park
If you're feeling some roots raggae tunes with an R&B and funk tip, then get your dance on with this hot New Zealand act. Upgraded to the big top at Luna Park due to massive demand, this group is known world-wide, especially in the California roots scene. So if you're feeling something a bit more funky with a bit of hip hop thrown in check this group out for sure.
Tickets $51
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If you're feeling some roots raggae tunes with an R&B and funk tip, then get your dance on with this hot New Zealand act. Upgraded to the big top at Luna Park due to massive demand, this group is known world-wide, especially in the California roots scene. So if you're feeling something a bit more funky with a bit of hip hop thrown in check this group out for sure.
Tickets $51
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Sticky
Fingers- Manning Bar, Sydney University
I've never seen these guys before but I hear that seeing these Newtown locals preform is a show that is not-to-be-missed. And with a video like the one below I would tend to agree.
Tickets- $18.90
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I've never seen these guys before but I hear that seeing these Newtown locals preform is a show that is not-to-be-missed. And with a video like the one below I would tend to agree.
Tickets- $18.90
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October
19th West
Coast Icons Tour- The Hi Fi
DJ Quik and Kurupt are coming together to tour Australia for the first time. Hitting both Sydney and Melbourne, these legends are two of the West Coasts most influential and recognizable figures. If you had any doubt about that last claim, realize that Quik has recently been named “The Number 1 West Coast producer in the history of hip hop” ahead of even Dr. Dre. Kurupt is a long term collaborator of Quik and a main figure of Death Row Records (one half of The Dogg Pound). This pair is set to bring the house down, and you wouldn't want to be the one that missed out. This is a real testament to hip hop history and we're lucky to see this collaboration brought to life in Australia.
Tickets $75.50 / VIP 105.50
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True VibeNation- The Basement, Circular Quay With a funky reggae- hip hop feel, this group has always been a fan of live instruments, and live experimentation! As always they will be bringing their horn section, and for one night only they will be joined by Brisbane 9- piece brass band, Bullhorn for one special night at this iconic Sydney venue. Tickets $19.80 facebook event
Doors 730pm
Mr. Ruckman- Oxford Arts Factory basement
He's been tearing emcees apart in battles as Kade MC for nearly a decade, he's back and better than ever with a new name and a new attitude. Now that he's more than proven his abilities, he sits comfortably in a position where he can express himself creatively without giving too much thought to how he will be perceived in the community. He's cocky enough to be comfortable in his own freakishly tall body and insane/ genius head space. Don't miss this class act as it's his last show before he ships off to Melbourne.
Free Entry!
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DJ Quik and Kurupt are coming together to tour Australia for the first time. Hitting both Sydney and Melbourne, these legends are two of the West Coasts most influential and recognizable figures. If you had any doubt about that last claim, realize that Quik has recently been named “The Number 1 West Coast producer in the history of hip hop” ahead of even Dr. Dre. Kurupt is a long term collaborator of Quik and a main figure of Death Row Records (one half of The Dogg Pound). This pair is set to bring the house down, and you wouldn't want to be the one that missed out. This is a real testament to hip hop history and we're lucky to see this collaboration brought to life in Australia.
Tickets $75.50 / VIP 105.50
facebook event
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True VibeNation- The Basement, Circular Quay With a funky reggae- hip hop feel, this group has always been a fan of live instruments, and live experimentation! As always they will be bringing their horn section, and for one night only they will be joined by Brisbane 9- piece brass band, Bullhorn for one special night at this iconic Sydney venue. Tickets $19.80 facebook event
Doors 730pm
Mr. Ruckman- Oxford Arts Factory basement
He's been tearing emcees apart in battles as Kade MC for nearly a decade, he's back and better than ever with a new name and a new attitude. Now that he's more than proven his abilities, he sits comfortably in a position where he can express himself creatively without giving too much thought to how he will be perceived in the community. He's cocky enough to be comfortable in his own freakishly tall body and insane/ genius head space. Don't miss this class act as it's his last show before he ships off to Melbourne.
Free Entry!
facebook event
October
25th
Mr Grevis- Brighton Up Bar, Darlinghurst
Western Australian emcee Mr Grevis, with Drapht as his mentor, has just released his second album and is set to start his first national tour. This may be your chance to catch him first in a small limited capacity venue. Who knows you might even get a peek at local singing sensation and heart breaker, Joyride, while you're there for their song “So Beautiful.” I haven't heard much from this guy yet, but he's worth a peek.
Tickets $12.00
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Mr Grevis- Brighton Up Bar, Darlinghurst
Western Australian emcee Mr Grevis, with Drapht as his mentor, has just released his second album and is set to start his first national tour. This may be your chance to catch him first in a small limited capacity venue. Who knows you might even get a peek at local singing sensation and heart breaker, Joyride, while you're there for their song “So Beautiful.” I haven't heard much from this guy yet, but he's worth a peek.
Tickets $12.00
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Thundamentals- Baroque Bar at Carrington Hotel, Katoomba
This is the last show on the tour for these boys, and though I'm sure we'll see much more of them over the summer (notably at Falls Festival dates this year) this is a great time to check them out. These boys always put on an amazing show with a lot of love and good vibes, they are my top Sydney pick and with the hometown love behind them, what could go wrong? I mean aside from Katoomba police out in force like last year...
Tickets $23.50
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November
2nd
L-FRESH the LION- Spectrum, Darlinghurst
Off
the success of the debut album and the single "One"getting into rotation on Triple J, it's time to bring the whole band
on the road for the first time! And to do this they really need your
help. L-FRESH the LION has set up a Pozible campaign which you can donate to,
to help cover their expenses. Because being in a musical group isn't
about making money after all, it's about spreading the love and
sharing the good vibes. If you want to support a good cause, then
help this intelligent and socially aware group of people spread their
music and love so that they can touch a wider community in Australia.
You might even be handsomely rewarded for your goodwill. Then head
to the show, nod your head and become one with everyone in the room
while you listen to this conscious H.I.P. H.O.P. This Sydney show is bound to be a special one, with support act Reverse Polarities just announced! In my opinion couldn't ask for a better combo of artists.
Pozible
Tickets $10
facebook event
Doors 8pm
L-FRESH the LION- Spectrum, Darlinghurst
Off
the success of the debut album and the single "One"getting into rotation on Triple J, it's time to bring the whole band
on the road for the first time! And to do this they really need your
help. L-FRESH the LION has set up a Pozible campaign which you can donate to,
to help cover their expenses. Because being in a musical group isn't
about making money after all, it's about spreading the love and
sharing the good vibes. If you want to support a good cause, then
help this intelligent and socially aware group of people spread their
music and love so that they can touch a wider community in Australia.
You might even be handsomely rewarded for your goodwill. Then head
to the show, nod your head and become one with everyone in the room
while you listen to this conscious H.I.P. H.O.P. This Sydney show is bound to be a special one, with support act Reverse Polarities just announced! In my opinion couldn't ask for a better combo of artists.Pozible
Tickets $10
facebook event
Doors 8pm
Spit
Sydnicate- Hi Fi Bar
As I mentioned already this is the big hometown show for these boys Money Over Bullshit tour. If you're up for a big party that will most likely include all of the One Day team then get in early cause this will be a sell out for sure.
Tickets $22.40
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As I mentioned already this is the big hometown show for these boys Money Over Bullshit tour. If you're up for a big party that will most likely include all of the One Day team then get in early cause this will be a sell out for sure.
Tickets $22.40
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