Souls Of Mischief

Souls of Mischief is an alternative hip hop group from Oakland, California, that is also part of the hip hop collective, Hieroglyphics. The Souls of Mischief formed in 1991 and is composed of emcees A-Plus, Opio, Phesto, and Tajai. With... http://bit.ly/6sNbRR

Driis - High Class Problems Vol 1 EP [Hevlar Recordings]

Many actors have made the transition into singers (and vice versa), some have been successful and others haven’t. Jamie Foxx yes! Terrance Howard, sadly, no. Driis is the musical alter-ego of A-List actor Idris Elba (The Wire, Obsessed, American Gangster... http://bit.ly/5t3O0G

Rhymes Won't Wait At Sound, Leicester Square 20/11/2009

An invitation to a ‘thought provoking’ Friday night and how could I resist? I’m always up for new thoughts. This coupled with the fact that the Rhymes Won’t Wait collective had a heavy weighting of Slam Champions… instilled me with... http://bit.ly/5H8wJe

Hilltop Hoods

I was the first person to interview Hilltop Hoods when they arrived in the UK for the first stop of their world tour, a sold out show at Cargo. Although knackered from a long flight they were very friendly and... http://bit.ly/8gKCFq

Dres - From The Black Pool of Genius: The Prelude EP [Bum Rush]

Dres, of the legendary Queens outfit Black Sheep is proud to announce the first of two brand new Black Sheep projects to be released in the next several months. The Native Tongues veteran is gearing up for his first full... http://bit.ly/930ZMV

Dres - Biography

It all began with a thundering baseline and an unmistakably classic phrase - this or that . One of the most widely recognized songs in rap music history, the 1991 classic The Choice is Yours was hailed... http://bit.ly/5c4a3G

Nefew - Homesick EP [On Our Feet]

Hip-Hop is probably not the first thing that comes to mind when one thinks of Switzerland, but rap group Nefew are looking to change that. Made up of rapper Polemikk and DJ / Producer PA-Double, Nefew are the first non-athletes... http://bit.ly/8mXUTA

DJ Mehdi

When we talk about ground breaking DJs / producers, DJ Mehdi is right up there with the likes of DJ Krush and Shadow for pushing the boundaries of hip-hop from early on. A Parisian of Tunisian descent you only have... http://bit.ly/6FGfun

Tinchy Stryder Announces A 2nd UK Tour

Tinchy Stryder is the biggest selling UK male artist of the year. With two number 1 singles, a certified gold album, a much-in-demand clothing line and a sold out headline tour under his belt, it is no surprise that he... http://bit.ly/6WcVwa

Verbal Contact - Literary Vices

In hip-hop terms, Leeds-based record label 30-Tonne Slug can be likened to waiting for a bus. The Northern scene has been waiting for years for a debut release from these guys and now, following the release of “Alphabetix Anonymous” by... http://bit.ly/6NwIL6

Cheo Colouring Book

Tangent Books is pleased to announce the launch of the Cheo Colouring Book on December 1st. Cheo is one of Bristol’s most successful street artists and this book contains 15 high-quality prints and 15 outlines for people to colour in.... http://bit.ly/8FZdkg

Cappo

One of the shining lyrical lights of the UK scene, Cappo’s discography is an advanced lesson in uncompromisingly dense and artful Hip Hop. With a brand new EP on the horizon it was only right we interrogated the Nottingham heavyweight. http://bit.ly/8Ql9Tq

Soundcrash Presents - Chali 2na (Jurassic 5) At Cargo

When J5 descended onto the UK in the late nineties they caused an earthquake. Literally. Rap’s barbershop quartet tore through the music industry and became one of the few genuine hip hop crossover acts. An act that subsequently helped popularize... http://bit.ly/66dNGr

RIP Derek B

Very sad news is that pioneer Derek B aka EZQ aka Derek Boland (born 15 January 1965) has passed away from a heart attack at Charing Cross hospital. He was just 44 and everyone who followed Hip Hop's origins in... http://bit.ly/4bY4y8

Ryme - Demo Tracks [Audio]

Lee Carabine aka Ryme is 19 years old and comes from a little town in the North East called Redcar. He states that he didn’t achieve much when he was in school and was always getting into fights and trouble.... http://bit.ly/Khupv

The Defenders Of Style

The Defenders Of Style is a six man crew from Leeds who have their The Thoughts of the Nameless mixtape out right now. Despite a whole heap of setbacks the crew have formed a stronger bond and persevered. The crew’s... http://bit.ly/1lP7MC

The Defenders of Style - The Thoughts of the Nameless Mixtape CD [DOS]

In these times of economic depression, war and a barrage of negative news in the mainstream media, it’s no wonder that Leeds-based crew, The Defenders of Style, have a fairly low opinion of the state of modern Britain. The crew’s... http://bit.ly/1ypSpE

Foreign Beggars And Dexplicit Back Campaign To Improve Perceptions Of Youth

Hip hop and grime act Foreign Beggars consisting of MCs Orifice Vulgatron and Metropolis, human beatboxer, Shlomo, DagNabbit and DJ Nonames and DJ and producer Dexplicit who has just released his debut album, Digital Kinesis, which features Black The Ripper,... http://bit.ly/41cTPF

Dick Fontaine Does HomeGrown Hip Hop In Manchester

Cult documentary film director Dick Fontaine, comes to Manchester for an exclusive film screening event, at Cornerhouse, organised in conjunction with Urbis to celebrate their current exhibition HomeGrown:The Story of UK Hip Hop (continues to March 2010). http://bit.ly/3SKZFc

Kev Munday - Making It Up As I Go Along Solo Exhibition

After a veritable string of successful group shows, which in 2009 alone saw him exhibit work in Barcelona, Berlin, New York, Philadelphia and Tokyo; Kev is proud to present his first solo UK show at 37 Earlham Street, London. http://bit.ly/kFLfb

L.I.R.I.X. - Biography

Matthew L.I.R.I.X. Taylor was introduced to hip hop by his brother Mark and instantly fell in love. He grew up listening to the golden era of the culture, such as Dj Kool Herc, the Zulu Nation, DJ Scott... http://bit.ly/1dztp3

Bekay - Hunger Pains LP [Coalmine]

Already being called ...the 4th quarters finest record , Hunger Pains is the highly anticipated full length release from underground heavyweight Bekay. Over the past few years, Bekay has created a loyal, cult-like following in the underground hip-hop community... http://bit.ly/1kFrjU

K Real Signs With A-Team Entertainment

Rapper K Real is proud to announce that he has signed a management deal with New Jersey based company A Team Entertainment. K Real who has been consistently working to make sure his name is as familiar as those of... http://bit.ly/3o88vg

Weike 2

We last talked with Weike a couple of years ago. He's a London act who is set to return to the game with a new project. We managed to hold him down for a quick Q A. Read... http://bit.ly/4fUGt6

Virus Syndicate Vs Benga The Banned Talk To Frank Video Plus Tour Dates

The amazing new Virus Syndicate video that’s been causing so much controversy - ‘Talk to Frank’ is now on Youtube. It’s also out to download this month as part of the massive Antidote E.P! The track also recently featured on... http://bit.ly/4d9xey

Souls Of Mischief Carhartt Instore

There is a massive instore on Monday 9th November at the Carhartt store in Covent Garden [Earlham St] London to celebrate the forthcoming long player from West Coast Heiroglypics affiliated group the Souls of Mischief. The album Montezuma’s Revenge which... http://bit.ly/2elwPm

West Midlands Police As Film Censors?

Maybe I’m wrong here maybe I’m misguided but when did the police become film censors? Well in Birmingham it seems that they are they are now, West Midlands police have decided that the BBFC (British Board of Film Classification) are... http://bit.ly/1zKUNu

Dizzee To Headline 1Xtra Live In Sheffield

The BBC’s black music digital station, BBC Radio 1Xtra, has secured an incredible line up of highly acclaimed UK music artists, including Dizzee Rascal, Tinchy Stryder, Chipmunk, Taio Cruz, Jay Sean and JLS for its flagship live music event -... http://bit.ly/rV0ZU

Markus the Sadist, The Bloomsbury Theatre, London

Billed as a ‘rap opera’, Markus the Sadist tells the story of a talented young battle MC from South London who is picked up by a scheming A R with the promise of fame and wealth. The dialogue is delivered... http://bit.ly/2d5qQZ

Raphael Saadiq - Shepherds Bush Empire - Monday 19th October 2009

Dressed to impress in his brightest yellow suit, Raphael Saadiq enters the stage in character, a Black Dick Tracey or Jim Carey in The Mask, but with a seductive voice as well as all the right moves. From start to... http://bit.ly/yV16P

Face Off

Face Off is a Southern MC who is coming off the back of his Pimp LP. He's got a new single coming out with Rasheeda to look out for and so our reporter Danielle Fear caught up with him to... http://bit.ly/2vYMka

Dephect Clothing Giveaway

Dephect is a clothing brand and incubator for raw artistic talent. Founded by friends from London as a graphic t-shirt label, Dephect is a reflection of the lifestyle and culture that has inspired them over the last 10 years. Growing... http://bit.ly/1ks1aO

Freestyle World Record - 17 Hours

On the 11th October 2009 for Oxjam at The Toucan Club, Cardiff, six years after his first attempt Ruffstylz broke his own world record of 10 hours 34 minutes. He extended it to an incredible 17 hours, lasting from 2pm-7am... http://bit.ly/RXjJ3

Graff Fanzine Issue Three

A collection of photos, from a collection of graffiti writers. Focussing on train painting in the UK and the rest of Europe. Featuring photos from London, Liverpool, Newcastle, Bristol, Manchester, Yorkshire, Prague, Belgium, Germany, New York, Slovakia, Holland and more... http://bit.ly/2lOL3V

ChAnGeR - Biography

Up and coming artist, ChAnGeR, is a fresh face that had his talent chosen for him. Growing up with an abusive mother and then given to an adoptive mother, who he refers to as mom now, ChAnGer has had many... http://bit.ly/fA3mG

MOBO Winner Nneka's UK Tour

With the BBC Radio 1 A-listed 'Heartbeat' and 'Best African Act' MOBO under her belt, Nneka embarks on a five date UK tour following the success of her recently released album - the lush and visionary 'No Longer At Ease'.... http://bit.ly/BhweL

Mixtape King DJ Superstar Jay Invades England With New Radio Show

Superstar Jay is a critically acclaimed DJ from Queens, NY. He has released over 500 mixtapes to date. Some of his awards include the Justo Mixtape Awards Rookie of the Year , two time Underground Music Award DJ Of... http://bit.ly/DGdYW

P Money - Biography

P Money was born to make music. Born and raised in Detroit, Michigan he was always into music. As a little kid in the 3rd grade he played an instrumental called the precorder. He went from that to playing clarinet... http://bit.ly/3NU0Ex

Alphabetix Anonymous

Over the years, we’ve seen many of the country’s sickest artists come out of Leeds city. With the launch of their new EP “Alphabetix Anonymous”, there’s a group on the horizon who look set to send a fresh wave of... http://bit.ly/1NmQf

UMA's 7th Annual Awards Show

Calvin Harris, Basement Jaxx, Dizzie Rascal, David Guetta, Tinchy Stryder, Alexander Burke, Egypt, Cascada, Mr Hudson, Daniel Merriweather all receive nominations at this year’s 7th annual Urban Music Awards. The UMA’s returns to the UK to celebrate its 7th anniversary... http://bit.ly/174mlH

Black Kent - Biography

At 22 years old, Black Kent is already one of the most promising MCs of his generation. Born in Africa’s Ivory Coast, this renaissance globetrotter left the shores of the motherland after political battles erupted within the West African country.... http://bit.ly/49a2et

Boyz II Men - Love LP [UMTV]

Boyz II Men create their own brand of magic once again with their inspired new album, simply titled Love. The multiple Grammy Award winners - and most successful male vocal group of all time - tackle a hand-picked selection of... http://bit.ly/1nfOPB

2Tymes

Jimmy Carlisle’s music career started in Decatur Georgia in 1994 when Jimmy (Popa Doc) and three friends created the group Down By Loyalty (DBL). DBL was featured on the 2001 Truly Amazing (Tazz) album “Hated with Respect”. Summer of 2006... http://bit.ly/d9uvX

Jay-Z Announces Alexandra Palace Show

Live Nation and Roc Nation are proud to announce that Jay-Z is coming back to the UK in November and will be playing a special show at Alexandra Palace in London on Wednesday 4th November. Selling out in a record... http://bit.ly/17cxg8

Dead Prez, Klashnekoff and DJ MK At Koko

As hip hop groups go, Dead Prez are a rare breed. Continuing on the path of politically minded artists like Public Enemy and KRS-One the Florida-formed-New York based outfit has been crafting revolutionary but gangsta hip-hop since the late 1990s. http://bit.ly/HHUwp

Carvelli

Billy Carvelli, better known as simply 'Carvelli', is an Italian-Canadian producer, MC and entrepreneur who fuses his primary passion, hip hop, and his Italian heritage. The artist's music integrates strummed mandolin, violin, and euro-dance style synths with hip hop beats... http://bit.ly/gYnKE

Mutate Britain - One Foot In The Grove

Following the success of their debut show ‘Behind the Shutters' at the infamous Cordy House, the Mutate Britain team are pleased to announce One Foot in the Grove, a 15000 square foot open air exhibition of Street Art, giant Sculpture... http://bit.ly/gZfV3

Karl Hinds

Karl Hinds definitely deserves respect. Starting way back in 1993 he founded and put out drum and bass on the Assassin label. He then went on in 2000 to set up hip hop label Ill Flava Records. Self-producing and rapper... http://bit.ly/4pKAO6

Karl Hinds - The Need To Be Heard LP [Ill Flava]

Its been about five years since Karls Hinds last solo release, so I was looking forward to what he had in store with “The Need To Be Heard”, his 3rd LP. Once again he brings his unique character to the... http://bit.ly/9TVTX

B-Boy Championships World Final

World's Best Breakers Bring the Battle to London at the annual Sony Ericsson B-Boy Championships - World Finals. The best breakers from around the globe will be competing for the coveted title of Sony Ericsson World Champions on Saturday 10th... http://bit.ly/j1oUS