Releasing Escape Music was definitely a key event in our career and the catalyst for us being taken seriously as a group. – CHINI Agent J here. I spoke to Chini recently in the build to the new Mouse Outfit album, and it got me reflecting. Beginnings My history with The Mouse Outfit is a long
» Read moreTommy Boy have just dropped this single from Zeke Thomas, with Chuck D and Pittsburgh’s Jasiri X. The homie Imperial has a remix which you can stream below. Zeke’s known for producing hip hop with house overtones, which the original mix reflects. Buy the full EP on iTunes.
» Read moreKnown primarily for his work alongside The Mouse Outfit over the past couple of years, Sparkz’ new work on the mighty healthy Room 2 Records should see a wider recognition of his talents on a solo tip. Produced by Sparkz himself from the upcoming EP Angle One, out soon on Room 2 Records.
» Read moreFollowing a recent sell out gig at Band on the Wall, Nightmares On Wax returns to a bigger venue at an undisclosed Manchester location… I’ll be warming up with Lewi Scandal, Stuart Richards, Kevin Swindells and Transmission Funk DJs. Promo mix for the gig coming soon! Tickets are available here. The show’s part of the ridiculous Not So Secret Warehouse Party project, who also have
» Read moreLast year’s phenomenal fundraiser has already gone down in history. This year all money raised (all artists are playing for FREE) will go to Salford Royal Infirmary Intensive Care Unity, who looked after John and his family when he was admitted there. Tickets are available here. Line-up: CALIBRE TODDLA T dBRIDGE DUB PHIZIX + Strategy MARCUS INTALEX 8 GOLD RINGS
» Read moreThis Manchester outfit have had long deserved phenomenal success in the lead up to and post-release of their debut album. The follow up is due March 12th and they’ll be out on tour in their new bus to celebrate – Sparkz and Dr Syntax will be along for the ride. Track listing No Stoppin’ This ft Sparkz and
» Read moreAn intimate return to the rainy city for Mad Mats, from the crew behind the Soul Train parties. Tickets are limited and available from Skiddle here – early birds have sold out! Expect to be taken on journey from hip hop to house, drum & bass to jazz and back again. Mats musical tastes, selections and skills behind the decks
» Read moreThere’s a duality to The Colonel that goes unspoken – though on the surface he appears to be one of the friendliest DJs you’ll ever meet (why, we shared a Nando’s only last week over smiles), there’s a disturbing dark side you can feel bubbling behind his eyes. Luckily, he partakes in the catharsis of music and recently transformed
» Read moreThere’s summit been happening in Manchester for a few years now… well, there’s thing been happening there for years I suppose. Shout out Shaun Ryder. Shout out the Gallaghers. And of course… shout out my boy DRS. But there is a movement up there at the moment, musically, that seems so organic and so natural. Like everything coming out
» Read moreIn production right now, spearheaded by Rodney P, is a new UK hip hop documentary seeking to explore the genesis, influences and legacy behind the culture. The filmakers are keen for your input… Tweet @UTInfluenceDoc or email the guys at [email protected] if you have answers or opinions on any of the following! Who do you think should be interviewed? What is your
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