Tony Starks meets Whispering Jack

Hot on the heels of Biz Markie sampling Little River Band’s ‘Reminiscing’ for his ‘Throw Back’ joint (from 2003’s Weekend Warrior), ya boy Ghostface Killah has gone and done the unthinkable – pillaged the John Farnham back catalogue for his More Fish album!

Yep, apparently the track ‘Blue Armor’ (sic) (featuring D-Block hitman Sheek Louch) rides a (whispering) jacked loop from the Farnsey banger ‘Always The Same’ (from 1993’s Then Again). I didn’t cop More Fish so I can’t check the liner notes to verify if this is true, or to see who the producer was (great taste!), but as you all know net gossip is rarely inaccurate.

Even so, this is a victory for the Aussie crooner and will see his music live on through the hip-hop generation. I’ve put the track up for a sneaky download if you’re keen for a listen (link will self-destruct soon though):

Ghostface feat. Sheek Louch – ‘Blue Armor’

Exclusive: Clandestien MP3 download

In the mood for a shiver down your spine?

The new Clandestien album is less than a month away. Chasms of the Citadel will be the third full-length from Perth mainstays and SBX-affiliates Mortar, Tomahawk and Graphic. A three-track sampler distributed to hip-hop radio suggests that while the distinct Clan flavour is still in effect, they’ve made a conscious effort to expand both their sound and subject matter. While the first two cuts on the sampler are signature clan bangers (check the beat on “Harvey Wallbanger”) , the third joint is a chilling head nodder, with each of the MCs narrating a disturbing chapter in the life of a troubled young woman.

Get this exclusive download for a limited time only. When it’s gone, it’s gone.

Download: “Her Choice” from Sendspace

Chasms of the Citadel will be in stores February 24 on DoubleBeef through Shogun Distribution.

Clandestien on MySpace
DoubleBeef on MySpace (yes – Mass MC is on MySpace and the world is one step closer to apocalypse).

360 signs to Soulmate Records

Young rapper 360 has made a lot of noise in his short career – from a stint as Trem’s protege to various fiery battle appearances to his place as one half of Forthwrite with Pez. Now, it looks like he’s inked an independent deal for at least one album. Groundup has the scoop on his signing with burgeoning label Soulmate Records, who also have an album by Boltz waiting in the wings.

Melbourne rap phenomenon 360 has been confirmed as the latest signing to Soulmate Records.

360, best known as one half of controversial hip-hop duo Forthwrite, will release his long-awaited debut solo album What You See Is What You Get through Soulmate in 2007.

Although renowned by hip-hop audiences for his hilarious put-downs and reckless attitude, the gifted 20-year-old emcee claims his debut long-player will reveal many as-yet-unseen sides to his personality.

360 was the subject of much net chatter when he switched from the Trem/LC camp to rhyming over Weapon X beats. Regardless of his affiliation, his abilities are undeniable and this will be one of the most talked about albums of 2007. At this stage, it’s set for a mid-year release.

360 on MySpace
Soulmate Records website