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[15 Oct 2004 | No Comment | ]

The Sheer Hip Hop record label in Johannesburg is focused on the development and promotion of local talent and this is evident with the release of the Zulu Mobb album. I spoke to Kabelo to find out more…

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[15 Oct 2004 | No Comment | ]

I would like to take this time out to tell everyone that there is a compilation coming out from Port Elizabeth, the friendly city (Nelson Mandela Metropolitan) aka the windy city. This is what has been lacking in hip-hop and these P.E. cats got it out…

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[15 Oct 2004 | No Comment | ]

We have all become familiar with terms like “street teams” and “guerrilla promotional tactics“. Because not only are many companies like Hip-Hop and Skateboard labels employing this grassroots style marketing as their primary method of getting the word out, but it has also become a perfect marketing tool used by big corporations to promote their products…

Announcements »

[14 Oct 2004 | No Comment | ]

Afrikaans Hip Hop group Kallitz have been selected to provide the background music for Die Burger’s latest radio spot.

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[14 Oct 2004 | No Comment | ]

Action packed, kick drums to the chest, hard bass for the booty, and all that scratchin’ is bound to put a hurtin on ’em. Rock that CD in your car and see how fast your speedometer moves! The uptempo beats bang their way through Mike’s sonic escapade.

Events »

[13 Oct 2004 | No Comment | ]

In every market there is always a niche to be filled, and in Saturday nights at Sutra (Cape Town) we have identified the gap, and made way for Hip Hop to take it’s rightful place. The evening entitled: Up To Scratch is a melting pot of Dj’s mixing, Live acts performing as well as Graffiti exhibitions that will be held on a weekly basis

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[10 Oct 2004 | No Comment | ]

Word on the street is that funky American hip-hop posse the Black Eyed Peas are set to touch down in South Africa in November. The Peas will apparently be performing in both Jozi and iKapa – and rumour has it that the local support acts include funky Afro-dub jazzy crew 340ml…Read the rest at the Musica Website.

Gaming »

[10 Oct 2004 | No Comment | ]

The industry’s first Hip Hop game! 40 of the most popular Hip Hop tracks, today’s hottest gear and multiple playable rappers all trying to get to the top, Get on Da’ Mic captures the thrill of living the life of a rap super star.

Apparel »

[10 Oct 2004 | No Comment | ]

For many of us inhabiting urban areas it’s seems unavoidable not to be influenced by our concrete & steel environment. And just like hip-hop, the neighbourhood and city streets have also influenced me heavily. From the way I speak to my attitude to the gear I rock.

Biographies »

[10 Oct 2004 | No Comment | ]

Smooth Bee was born and raised in the “boogie down” Bronx. Smooth is well-known throughout the world as one of hip hop’s most valued artists for his smoothed out vocal style and worldly lyrics. Smooth’s voyage into legendary stardom began while recording and touring with Bobby Brown as a background singer, rapper and dancer.

Events »

[10 Oct 2004 | No Comment | ]

The South African team will depart on the 20th October 2004, to represent us at the World Breakdance Championship in Germany – Battle of the Year. This farewell gives the locals an opportunity to see the show they will be doing in Germany. We are also hosting a Breakdance Knockout Battle…

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[10 Oct 2004 | No Comment | ]

It is with great pleasure and excitement that we herald the production of the Hiphocalypse Mixtape Volume 1.  This project is a charity initiative aimed at combating misogynistic stereotypes apparent in hip hop.  Read on for complete details…

Apparel »

[10 Oct 2004 | No Comment | ]

Once an aspiring clothing designer, J. Anthony Brown was originally pursuing a fashion career when he was just $316 short of tuition money and ended up on stage at a local Atlanta comedy club some 20 years ago. Though he’s a successful comedian today, having tackled radio, television and film, the burning desire to create designs has always haunted him. It’s evident in his flair for designer suits and his vast collection of alligator shoes.

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[10 Oct 2004 | No Comment | ]

What’s up everyone, just spreading the news on this latest Female Fun release, a limited mixCD from the one and only Dooley O, out now and shipping everywhere!

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[10 Oct 2004 | No Comment | ]

Female MC Gangalee is putting together an all female mixtape due out at the end of January 2005 and is inviting international submissions…