OBESECITY 2

Ten years ago, at a time when Australian Hip Hop was still struggling to be heard, Obese Records Released OBESECITY. Invited from all corners of the country, emcees and producers hungry to showcase their skills contributed tracks, unbeknownst of the powerful ripple effect it would create

Bolstered by the humble independent label, the compilation birthed a generation of hip hop heavyweights, recognised today as the true pioneers of a flourishing industry. Hilltop Hoods, Muph & Plutonic, Bias B, Pegz, the late Hunter and more united to give the growing genre a voice.

To celebrate its anniversary Obese Records is extremely proud to present Obesecity 2. A dual-disc compilation showcasing the brightest and most promising new artists in Australian hip hop, handpicked alongside the genre’s most revered underground acts. With emphasis on the label’s distribution roster and independently established acts, Obesecity 2 will benchmark the scene once more.

The range of artists featured on the compilation varies both stylistically and geographically. With moments of progressive, electronic production, next to the more traditional sounds of BBQ rap boom bap. Obesecity 2 exhibits the extensive sonic landscape now occupied by the genre.

The diversity noted in the subject matter is reflective of age, circumstance and inclination, laid forth by the nation’s most unconventionally outspoken social conscience. Obesecity 2 is not only an ode to its genre-defining predecessor, but a time capsule, which will undoubtedly be prized for its conviction in this age of mass production and impersonal media.

Skryptcha - Dance

Skryptcha is back with his first single from his forthcoming album, Mindful. after releasing his last LP, Numbers his profile as an artist grew not only throughout Australia but Internationaly being named in the top ten hip hop artists world wide to watch in Rolling Stone Australia earlier this year, along side Horrorshow. Working closely with producer, Illmind an A-grade soundscape has been created right throughout his forthcoming album.

"Dance", written form a hotel room in New Orleans in the midst of a Jazz Festival, Skryptch drew inspiration from his surroundings which gave him more than enough inspiration for a banging single which since release has seen high rotation on Triple J.

“I was in New Orleans during Jazz Fest too so everywhere you went there was music and dancing in the streets. The city just has such a good vibe where everyone’s so open and happy. No matter what they had in their pockets, they were either playing an instrument or dancing with a smile. The track really sums that vibe up perfectly.” - Skryptcha

Mindful hits stores on July 27th so make sure you get down to your local independent music store and cop that shit!

1Outs Sin City

Get down to the first 1Outs Sin City event this Sunday at The Valve Bar, Tempe. Its sure to be a great success if the Burn City 1Outs League is anything to go by. $10 entry (18+). The new Sydney league will be built on the basis of a local based battle league focusing on keeping it real. Get down and show some support for local hip hop!

Tuka - Just to Feel Wanted

After releasing two banging albums as apart of the Thundamentals, Tuka has shown us all that he is one of the country's most exciting lyrical talents. Humbling audiences on stage right round the country through his solo career and accompanied by fellow members of the Thundamentals. Jeswon and Dj Morgs, Tukas first single, "Just to Feel Wanted" displays just how far his talent has developed over the past few years. 

Following the success of his debut solo album "Will Rap For Tuka" his forth coming LP, "Feedback Loop" is due out later this year through Big Village Records. Just to feel wanted is available to download for a limited time below.