Beers Beats & The Biz
An up to date discussion with Australian Hip Hop culture's leading participants, brought to you by those active within it. Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Insideus Nadia Bertic
Wed, July 03, 2024
Ep. 146. Stand Up Rap Spits featuring Julian Woods
On the dawn of his first tour, we are stoked to sit down and talk stand up with content creator, rising comedian and old mate, Julian Woods for the 146th episode of Beers, Beats & The Biz. Making dark humour great again is the name of the game and Julian Woods is out here doing exactly that, we caught up with him to talk the similarities between rap and stand up and a whole lot more. There’s graffiti talk, rap talk, Julian’s influences in stand up comedy, content creation, online superstardom and our history together and friendship. Thanks to Woodsy for his time, contributions and conversation.. Catch him on tour now. Beers, Beats & The Biz is sponsored by Crush City and 420 Superstore and is live now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Rate and subscribe and find us on Instagram.
Tue, June 25, 2024
Ep. 145 - Inala 4077 featuring Koolie ACR
It’s an honour to be joined this week by an old mate and legendary Brisbane graffiti writer, Koolie ACR for the 145th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. From Koolie’s involvement in the first wholecar painted in Brisbane in 1987 to his work and passion for the CFMEU, one of Inala’s favourite sons breaks down his history and many contributions from the western suburbs of the River City. There’s a million stories and some amazing history in this episode and we can never thank Koolie (and our old mate Jacko who joins in the convo) enough for this amazing and often hilarious conversation. Beers, Beats & The Biz is sponsored by Crush City and 420 Superstore and is live now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Rate and subscribe and find us on Instagram.
Tue, June 11, 2024
Ep. 144 - It’s All A Conspiracy featuring Roms
After an extended hiatus, we are stoked to be back at it today with legendary Brisbane graffiti pioneer and record-digger, Roms. Roms is an unheralded veteran of the Brisbane graffiti scene, he has been painting since the late 80’s and collecting records for nearly as long, a champion of early legal walls around the city, Roms has stories for days. This is one of those classic Beers episodes that goes everywhere, we talk everything from the importance of Brisbane’s pioneer writers to Black Sabbath’s record label and on to the events that unfolded following September 11, 2001. Thanks to Roms for his years of contributions, conversation and continued creativity, he deserves the props. Beers, Beats & The Biz is sponsored by Crush City and 420 Superstore and is live now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Rate and subscribe and find us on Instagram.
Sun, June 09, 2024
Ep. 143 - The Sound of Music featuring Bonezy 2 Bladez
It’s an honour to be back at it this week and joined by an old friend and Hired Goon, Bonezy 2 Bladez for the 143rd instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. Bonezy has been involved in music and audio engineering since his teenage years and has worked behind the scenes on releases from Tornts, Bigfoot, Gaz Hazard, 2023’s Kill Squad record featuring Overproof Pete, Bigfoot, Heata and Wallzee and numerous metal and genre albums. Between it all we talk growing up, soundtracks and scores to movies, the influence and songs of Bias B, HG and 750, various albums, shows, how audio works and impacts the listener as well as getting into some of the music we can’t stand. This is a great episode that gets into the nitty-gritty of sound and its interpretation by the listener, thanks to Bonezy 2 Bladez for breaking it all down and this entertaining conversation. Beers, Beats & The Biz is sponsored by Futurola, 420 Superstore and Crush City and is live now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Rate and subscribe and find us on Instagram.
Tue, February 27, 2024
Ep. 142 - From the 3174 featuring Bracer FMC
It’s an honour to be back at it again this week and joined by an old friend, Brace of Melbourne’s Fresh Mess Crew, for the 142nd instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. Brace has been involved in the Melbourne graffiti and hip hop scene since it’s near inception, as a second generation writer of FMC and a member of the Noble Park collective, 3174 he’s had a storied and hugely interesting journey. We talk everything from Bracer’s earliest years and his shared history with Jake Biz to the beginnings of FMC, its prominence in the jail system, his years working alongside Strut, Bias, Pegs and Shaz in the early days of Obese Records and on to the tumultuous couple of years he spent in Brisbane living with 750. This is another great conversation and catch up with an old friend, shouts to Bracer for his years of friendship and contributions. Beers, Beats & The Biz is sponsored by Futurola, 420 Superstore and Crush City and is live now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Rate and subscribe and find us on Instagram.
Tue, February 20, 2024
Ep. 141 - Still Crushin’ featuring Dizne and Big Odz
It is an honour to be back at it this week with our friends from Crush City, Dizne and Odie for the 141st instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. Old mates and long time supporters of the BBATB podcast, Odz and Diz have been involved in graffiti in Brisbane (and Australia) since it’s near inception and are the proprietors of Brisbane’s home of aerosol art, Crush City. With decades in the game between them, we get into the nitty gritty of graffiti in QLD and talk everything from artwork and T-shirt designs, the influence of Pubes and Dorps, DIE family, their individual history and accomplishments and what it is to run retail graffiti in Brisbane. Thank you always to Odz and Diz for the years of service, commitment and the ongoing support of Beers, Beats & The Biz. Beers, Beats & The Biz is sponsored by 420 Superstore and Crush City and is live now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Rate and subscribe and find us on Instagram.
Mon, February 12, 2024
Ep. 140 - To Be Different featuring DJ FX
We are stoked to be back for 2024 and joined by the legendary DJ FX for the 140th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. In December 2023 we hit Melbourne for a live show at The Laundry bar in Fitzroy, in lead up to the show we had a bunch of great conversations, and here’s our first guest in that series - Frankston’s own, DJ FX. DJ FX is a staple of the Australian hip hop scene, having DJ’d for Melbourne pioneers the Puah Hedz (Muph, Draino, Osinaka) in the late 90’s and early 2000’s, he’s been involved in numerous albums, radio shows and on the periphery of so many amazing moments within the culture. We chart the various accomplishments and achievements of this soft spoken legend, from turntables, records and radio shows to travel, random rap moments and stories, Kerris is undisputed and his contributions are many. Thank you to FX for this amazing conversation and his years of service and support, the man deserves his props. Beers, Beats & The Biz is sponsored by 420 Superstore and Crush City and is live now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Rate and subscribe and find us on Instagram.
Tue, December 19, 2023
Ep. 139 - The Gift pt 2. featuring Lazy Grey
We are honoured to be back at it this week with part 2 of our epic conversation with Lazy Grey for the 139th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. We pick up where we left off and take a deep dive into the various songs, productions and appearances Lazy created following The Blackstump Tape and Boney & Stoney. From the Writers Anon tape and the impact of Ken Oath, through to The Authentic LP, Stonebroke, various 750 shows and the monumental Banned In Queensland. We talk some favourite live shows and collaborations like Move on the Pavement, his work with Mnemonic Ascent, Brad Strut, Pegz, tracks with Reason and several other pivotal LG team-ups. This is another very special episode and we can’t thank LG enough for his time, conversation and years of dedication. Beers, Beats & The Biz is sponsored by 420 Superstore and Crush City and is live now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Rate and subscribe and find us on Instagram.
Tue, November 28, 2023
Ep. 138 - The Gift featuring Lazy Grey Part 1
We are honoured to be back at it today with the 750 General, legend and icon of Australian Hip Hop culture, Lazy Grey for the 138th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. It’s been a long time in the making but here we go, part one of our epic conversation with Lazy Grey, from his earliest memories of hip hop, friends and influences and on through his early demos and albums. We talk all things, from the Blackstump tape up until Banned In Queensland and a bunch of songs and one-off productions in between - All She Wrote, Writers Anon, Honour To Be, Move On the Pavement, Brothers Stoney, Boney & Stoney, Rock Da City and so much more. This one is very special to us and we can’t thank LG enough for his time and years of dedication. Beers, Beats & The Biz is sponsored by 420 Superstore and Crush City and is live now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Rate and subscribe and find us on Instagram.
Tue, November 21, 2023
Ep. 137 - Gucci Loafers featuring Lumes
We are honoured to be back at it this week and joined by Lumes aka Illuminate for the 137th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. This is a ripper of an episode that charts Lumes’ rise from aspiring battle MC in the trenches of Melbourne through his growth into producer, writer, podcaster and all round renaissance man. We talk Lumes’ podcast Too Young To Die, the influence and impact of Prowla, Solomon Kleptoe, This Is It , what it is to be fresh and the concept of it, writing articles, producing Tornts’ Hit Never Miss and of course - the impact and influence of - The Hellburnianz. Thank you to Lumes for his time, conversation and years of contributions to the culture. Beers, Beats & The Biz is sponsored by 420 Superstore and Crush City and is live now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Rate and subscribe and find us on Instagram.
Tue, November 07, 2023
Ep. 136 - Newtown and Back featuring P.SMURF
We are stoked to be back at it this week with an episode from our archives, we are joined by the Mayor of Newtown himself, P.SMURF for the 136th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. We sat down with one of Sydney’s stalwarts and all-round renaissance men about 6 or 7 months ago for a ripper episode that takes in travel, retail, life, graffiti and music. It’s a ripper episode and we can’t thank P.SMURF enough for his ongoing contributions to the culture and for stopping by The Shire studios for an amazing conversation. Beers, Beats & The Biz is sponsored by 420 Superstore and Crush City and is live now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Rate and subscribe and find us on Instagram.
Tue, October 24, 2023
Ep. 135 - Fuck The Narrative featuring Selzy aka Kid Selzy
After an extended hiatus we are stoked to be back at it with the Hellsburn legend Selzy, aka The Kid Selzy for the 135th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. We talk everything in this episode, from the fuckery that forced Selzy to leave Melbourne, his music, influences, mental health and his latest album, John Nada’s Glasses. Thank you to Selzy for the conversation, commitment and years of contributions. Beers, Beats & The Biz is sponsored by 420 Superstore, Crush City and is live now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Rate and subscribe.
Tue, August 22, 2023
Ep. 134 - Halal Smak Pack featuring Smak
We are stoked to be joined by Brisbane’s own MC, producer and studio engineer, Smak for the 134th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. Smak has been on his grind for a minute now and we get into all that, from his origins among Brisbane’s most exciting, next generation and on to setting up Base 8 Studios at Southbank. Between it all we talk his Greek heritage, influences, connecting with Nerve, touring, producing, his forthcoming project with Ginge Mansion and a whole lot more. Thanks to Smak and Ginge for taking the time to stop by BBATB and for their contributions and conversation. Beers, Beats & The Biz is sponsored by 420 Superstore, Illegal Merch and Crush City and is live now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube. Rate and subscribe.
Fri, August 04, 2023
Ep. 133 - The Journey Continues featuring Sofles Part 2
We are honoured to be back at it today with part 2 of our conversation with Sofles, the journey continues on the 133rd instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. We pick things up after a quick cigarette break and get into everything from the selection of Sofle’s signature colour to the Ironlak writer team, the impact of Limitless and on through his journeys to various countries, use of psychedelics and self discovery. This conversation and journey with Sofles is an absolute honour and a rare glimpse into the mind of a creative juggernaut - we hope you enjoy listening to this conversation as much as we enjoyed having the conversation. We can never thank Sofles enough for his time, contributions and conversation. Beers, Beats & The Biz is sponsored by 420 Superstore, Illegal Merch and Crush City and is live now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube. Rate and subscribe.
Wed, July 26, 2023
Ep. 132 - King Kong Ain’t Got Shit featuring Sofles Part 1
We are honoured to be back at it today and joined by the legendary graffiti artist, Sofles for the 132nd instalment of Beers Beats & The Biz. In his first ever podcast and long form interview we had the privilege of sitting down with Sofles and charting his rise through the ranks, from toy to undisputed king, this interview gets into it all. We sat with Sofles for close to 5 hours and in this first part we talk everything from Covid to wholecars, various walls, trains, travel, developing style, teaching potential and everything in between. A genuine human being and man of too many accomplishments to list, we can never thank Sofles enough for his time and conversation. Beers, Beats & The Biz is sponsored by 420 Superstore, Illegal Merch and Crush City and is live now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube. Rate and subscribe.
Thu, June 29, 2023
Ep. 131 - Content or Character featuring Will Stolk
It’s a new week and we are joined by cannabis activist, Will Leonard Stolk of Ballin On A Budget media, Aphrodisiac Mag and the Willy’s World podcast. It’s a fun episode that goes everywhere and takes in many of Stolksy’s achievements - from his activism and various media endeavours to his time on the slopes as a pro skier, it’s all here. Cheers to Stolksy for the convo and appearing as our 131st guest. Beers, Beats & The Biz is sponsored by 420 Superstore, Illegal Merch and Crush City and is live now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube. Rate and subscribe.
Tue, June 13, 2023
Ep. 130 - Double Impact featuring Bigfoot & Royalz OG
We are back at it today and stoked to be joined by Bigfoot of the Hired Goons, 750 and Melbourne producer on the rise, Royalz for the 130th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. We caught up with Royalz and Bigfoot a few weeks ahead of Royalz upcoming release, Bloodsport and chart the Melbourne producers trajectory and musical influences. It’s a ripper of an episode that goes everywhere, we talk albums and drum-free beats, unreleased music and get into the recent Kill Squad record, featuring Bigfoot, Overproof Pete, Heata and Wallzee. Thanks to Royalz and Biggie for their time, contributions and conversation. Beers, Beats & The Biz is sponsored by 420 Superstore, Illegal Merch and Crush City and is live now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube. Rate and subscribe.
Wed, May 17, 2023
Ep. 129 - It Was All A Dream featuring Eso of Bliss N Eso
We are stoked to be joined by Eso for the 129th episode of Beers, Beats & The Biz. We sat down with Eso a month or two back and charted the rise of Bliss N Eso over the past two decades and heard a bunch of off the cuff stories and industry tales. Thanks to Eso for his years of dedication and taking the time to join us for this conversation. Beers, Beats & The Biz is sponsored by 420 Superstore, Illegal Merch and Crush City and is live now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube. Rate and subscribe.
Tue, April 25, 2023
Ep. 128 - Real Heads Don't Listen featuring Phil Gektor AKA Geko
It’s an honour to be joined by the Crate Cartel legend Phil Gektor aka Geko for the 128th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. We sat down with the reclusive MC, beatsmith and audiophile for an amazing conversation that takes in his various releases, Crate Cartel history and the many records Geko has leant his talents to. From his own history with music, the Hungry Humans and his unique style to his favourite Crate Cartel records and work on the upcoming Flu record via Milesago - we talk all that. Many thanks to Geko for making the trip up to the studio and his years of contributions and conversation. Beers, Beats & The Biz is sponsored by 420 Superstore, Illegal Merch and Crush City and is live now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube. Rate and subscribe.
Tue, April 18, 2023
Ep. 127 - Sneakers ‘N Stuff featuring Keep It Movin Mick
We are back at it today and stoked to be joined by our old mate Keep It Movin’ Mick for the 126th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. This is Mick’s second appearance on the Beers podcast and it’s a great episode of random rap and footwear talk. We discuss everything from Mick’s days working sneaker retail at various stores in Brisbane, his love and passion for records and footwear and we tell numerous stories that relate back to a shared passion for music and movement. This is a fun episode and we can’t thank Mick enough for his time and conversation. Beers, Beats & The Biz is sponsored by 420 Superstore, Illegal Merch and Crush City and is live now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube. Rate and subscribe.
Tue, April 11, 2023
Ep. 126 - Erchays & Earns featuring Taven 210
It’s an honour being joined by the Sydney City legend and pioneer, Taven 210 for the 126th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. Taven’s life is the stuff of both legend and infamy and in this episode we get a first hand account, from behind the bally, of a man who birthed search culture, his prison life and numerous years active within Australian graffiti. Tav talks about the things he can, having lost his mother young and spent 20 years of his life behind bars, Tav is a man trained not to talk about crime and he only lets us in on what he can while still remaining open and candid on the life he’s lived. Thanks to Taven for his contributions and conversation and congratulations to the man focusing on his son and staying out of jail. Beers, Beats & The Biz is sponsored by 420 Superstore, Illegal Merch and Crush City and is live now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube. Rate and subscribe.
Tue, April 04, 2023
Ep. 125 - Less To Prove, More To Say featuring Dialectrix
We are stoked to be joined (for the second time) by Blue Mountains legend, Dialectrix for the 125th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. In this episode we get down to the nitty gritty of rap writing, from D-trix’s influences and early education in music and on to various rhyme schemes and structures. We also get into the influence of various songs and rappers, from Pegz and Ciecmate’s classic Fast Food Killing Giants to Nas’ Kings Disease series and Organised Konfusion. Thanks to Dialectrix for his time, contributions and another great conversation. Beers, Beats & The Biz is sponsored by 420 Superstore, Illegal Merch and Crush City and is live now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube. Rate and subscribe.
Tue, March 28, 2023
Ep. 124 - Beyond Basics featuring Sleeping Monk and 13th Son
It’s an honour to be joined by two icons of the Sydney rap scene for the 124th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz - the legendary, Sleeping Monk and 13th Son. We are back in Sydney this week for another amazing conversation that takes in all facets of the culture with two of it’s unsung heroes. Monk and 13th have been at it since the 90’s and are still contributing putting out new music and kicking goals, this is one of our favourite conversations had in Blacktown at Safehouse Studios. We can’t thank Monk and 13th enough for their time, conversation and years of dedication, hit play because this is a ripper episode. Beers, Beats & The Biz is sponsored by 420 Superstore, Illegal Merch and Crush City and is live now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube. Rate and subscribe.
Tue, March 21, 2023
Ep. 123 - Tela Friend, Tela Foe featuring Talakai
It’s a new week and we are stoked to be joined by Newcastle’s own, Talakai for the 123rd instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. Tala has been around the globe thanks to hip hop, touring with Chillinit at the forefront of hip hop’s next generation and we are honoured to be live, talking that talk with him. We get into Tala’s origins in Newcastle, his move to Brisbane, how he established himself as one of Newy’s premier writers, tour stories, his grind to the top and a whole lot more.. Thanks to Tala for his time and conversation, his forthcoming single, Margarita drops this week. Beers, Beats & The Biz is sponsored by 420 Superstore, Illegal Merch and Crush City and is live now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube. Rate and subscribe.
Tue, March 14, 2023
Ep. 122 - Just Getting Started featuring Matty B & Optamus
It’s an honour to be joined - once again - by two of the best from the west, Syllabolix legends, Matty B and Optamus from Downsyde. We caught the boys ahead of their first Brisbane show in years and proceeded to talk everything from the origins of SBX, remaining relevant, keeping Hunter’s legacy alive and even get some background on Matty’s classic Fridays. It’s always a pleasure catching up with old friends and talking that talk, shouts to Matty and Opt for stopping by the studio and their years of contributions. Beers, Beats & The Biz is sponsored by 420 Superstore and Crush City and is live now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube. Rate and subscribe.
Tue, March 07, 2023
Ep. 121 - End 2 End Burners featuring OT & Toxoid
We are back at it today and live from Sydney again with two of our favourite MCs on the rise, OT and Toxoid. We caught up with O and Tox on our recent trip to Sydney for another killer convo, O having been on the show in the past and Tox joining us for the first time - and its a cracker of an episode. We get into a bunch of stories from graffiti and music to the duo’s recent EP drop and their future endeavours musically. It’s always an honour talking that talk with some of the best out there grinding and coming up in the game on their own terms, OT and Toxoid are part of the reason we do what we do. Beers, Beats & The Biz is sponsored by 420 Superstore and Crush City and is live now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube. Rate and subscribe.
Wed, March 01, 2023
Ep. 120 - Battles, Bars & Guitars featuring Dunn D
We are stoked to be joined by Tasmania’s own, Dunn D for the 120th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. In another great conversation, we catch up with Dunners a few hours after landing in Brisbane and proceed to chart the come-up with one of Tassy’s greatest exports. We talk battling and grinding away as an MC with Greeley, family and Dunn D’s dad’s iconic pub, travelling, picking up a guitar, covers, music, life, divorce and all kinds of other shit. Cheers to Dunners for coming through the studio and gracing us with another killer convo. Beers, Beats & The Biz is sponsored by 420 Superstore, Illegal Merch and Crush City. The show is live now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube. Rate and subscribe.
Tue, February 21, 2023
Ep. 119 - Legacy and Labels featuring Sereck & Die C of Def Wish Cast
It is an honour to be joined by one half of the legendary, Def Wish Cast for the 2023 return of Beers, Beats & The Biz. In this often candid conversation, Sereck and Die C break down the legacy created and the label f*ckery endured by one of the country’s most legendary crews. We talk everything, from Brisbane to Blacktown, this is Def Wish Cast at their most candid, offering an insight into the mind, motivation and career of Western Sydney’s greatest export. Thanks to Paul Azize of Claimin True Music and Espa at Safehouse Studios for accomodating BBATB while in Sydney, we have some amazing conversations on the way. Beers, Beats & The Biz is sponsored by 420 Superstore and Crush City and is live now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube. Rate and subscribe.
Fri, December 16, 2022
Ep. 118 - Bars, Beats & The Blazed
We are stoked to be back for another week, it’s our second last episode for the year and the whole team sits down to discuss the past ten episodes. We play tracks by, or relating to, our last 10 guests and their episodes, talk a bit of behind the scenes stuff and dumb out over some dense lyrics and bar heavy raps. It’s a fun episode that goes everywhere but stays within the confines of some good weed, good conversation and even better music. Beers, Beats & The Biz is sponsored by 420 Superstore and Crush City and is live now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube. Rate and subscribe.
Wed, December 07, 2022
Ep. 117 - Pythons, Pills and Pirate Radio featuring Whiz of WhizFM
We are stoked to be joined by Whiz of Melbourne pirate radio station WhizFM for the 117th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. This is a hilarious episode with one of Melbourne’s dopest identities, from graffiti to radio, covid, travel and just about everything in between, long live The Whiz! We talk the influence of pirate radio and what’s involved in starting and broadcasting your own station while navigating covid, fines, travel and being shot at. This is a classic conversation and we can’t thank Whiz enough for everything he’s doing. Beers, Beats & The Biz is sponsored by 420 Superstore and Crush City and is live now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube. Rate and subscribe.
Wed, November 30, 2022
Ep. 116 - Mind The Gap featuring Verbill
We are stoked to be joined by former member of Left One and an unheralded legend of the Brisbane scene, Verbill for the 116th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. From the formation and connection of upstart crew Left One and the East Coast Most Definite project alongside L-Flows, Verbill cemented his presence in hip hop with sharp bars, ferocious delivery and a live show to match. We talk everything from his early years grinding and being mentored by Brisbane stalwarts The Optimen and Nick One, live shows, individual tracks, freestyles, his solo EP and we even touch on our relationship with alcohol and covid’s impact on society and family. This is another classic conversation and we can’t thank Verbill enough for his time and many contributions. Beers, Beats & The Biz is sponsored by 420 Superstore and Crush City and is live now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube. Rate and subscribe.
Wed, November 23, 2022
Ep. 115 - Weather People featuring Mesc
We are stoked to be back at it this week and joined live by our man behind the camera and former Syntax Junkie, Mesc for the 115th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. Mesc has been at this hip hop life for close to a decade and recently came on board with the Beers podcast, directing and editing our visuals while still creating his own music and content. This episode is packed with obscure rap references from Cannibal Ox and our favourite Cage songs, to various Eminem releases and underground hits - we talk this, that and everything in between - as well as the usual history stuff. Thanks to Mesc for his contribution, conversation and bringing his contagious energy to the BBATB podcast Beers, Beats & The Biz is presented by 420 Superstore and live now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube.
Wed, November 16, 2022
Ep. 114 - Health & Healing featuring DJ Krisy and Madhat
We are honoured to be joined the legendary DJ Krisy and her partner Madhat for the 114th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. Live and under lights for their second appearance on the show, we talk sharmanic breathwork, spirituality and alternative healing among all the usual hip hop stuff. In this special episode we discuss a lot of emotional topics, personal issues and the paths taken in overcoming personal adversity - we also talk MSA, Dskyz, Steppin to the AM, Big Bamboo and a tonne of other stuff. This is another classic episode and we can’t thank Krisy and Kriti enough for their time and sharing the journey with us. Beers, Beats & The Biz is presented by 420 Superstore and live now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube.
Wed, November 09, 2022
Ep. 113 - Gods Lung featuring Shadow
We are stoked to be joined by WA’s young gun on the rise, Shadow for the 113th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. Fresh off the back of the Brisbane leg of his fast selling Blackout tour, we caught the Perth legend for a fast and funny conversation that charts the come-up of a legend in the making. We talk everything from grinding, working and working smarter to Australian Hip Hip history and Shadow’s own trajectory within it, it’s another conversation for the history books and we can’t thank the man enough for his time. Beers, Beats & The Biz is presented by 420 Superstore and live now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube.
Tue, November 01, 2022
Ep. 112 - Ceremony Master featuring Brad Strut
It is an honour to have Melbourne’s own Brad Strut joining us for 112th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. Fresh off his sold out Brisbane show, we caught up with the veteran MC and Lyrical Commission member for an unforgettable conversation. After recapping the prior evening’s show, we get into everything from Brad’s earliest years picking up the mic through his various solo albums, his time at Obese Records, Lyrical Commission, moving to Europe and so much more. This is a conversation for the history books and one not to miss. Thanks to Brad for his time, candour, all he’s contributed and everything he continues to do. Beers, Beats & The Biz is presented by 420 Superstore and live now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube.
Tue, October 25, 2022
Ep. 111 - A Dude That Raps featuring Gaz Hazard
We are stoked to be joined by legendary Brisbane MC, Gaz Hazard for our 111th episode. Unapologetic, unrepentant and never one to mince words, Gaz is an old friend and stalwart of the Australian Hip Hop scene, from his days in the Cunt Rap Syndicate to his recent work with Lazy Grey, Flu and his upcoming record - we talk it all. We caught Gaz just before his Onyx show in Brisbane and we can’t thank the man enough for his time and contributions. Beers, Beats & The Biz is presented by 420 Superstore and live now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube.
Tue, October 18, 2022
Ep. 110 - Whose House?! featuring 10Duckets
Beers, Beats & The Biz is back live and direct for your eyes and ears today and we are joined by our old mate, 10 Duckets. From what it is to be a real MC to spirituality and on to the impact of RUN DMC, this episode has it all and we talk most of it. Shouts to everyone hanging in with us and our crew 420 Superstore, Mesc and Dom for getting involved in the little podcast that won’t stop. We are live now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube. Let’s get it!
Tue, September 27, 2022
Ep. 109 - Fuck You, Play Me. Part 5
We had this week's guest fall through last minute so it's a bunch of tunes and random chit chat on Beers, Beats & The Biz this week. Rate, subscribe and enjoy the show. Thank you for your support!
Tue, September 20, 2022
Ep. 108 - Fuck You, Play Me. Part 4
It’s a bunch of tunes and random memories on Beers, Beats & The Biz this week. We talk the upcoming Brad Strut show in Brisbane and various other bits and pieces. Rate, subscribe and enjoy the show.
Tue, September 06, 2022
Ep. 107 - Make It Pop featuring Trust USA
We are honoured to be joined by the legendary, Trust of Ultra Subway Artists for the 107th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. Credited with the explosion of style writing across Melbourne city, USA crew featured a who’s who of the city’s earliest writers and we talk all that with one of the crew’s founding members. From the early influence of Future 4 members, Dskyz and Prime and painting in Kylie Minogue’s Locomotion video through the various iconic trains and walls of the 80’s, Trust breaks down a small portion of his journey. We talk the museum legal, early transit stories, the 3 Wise Kings piece and the accompanying “Nightwriters” article, breakdancing, Prime’s influence on Melbourne and Day - Melbourne’s first graffiti informant. It is an honour bringing you these stories and we can’t thank Trust enough for his time and dedication. Episode 107 of Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on, iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify. Follow us on social media, download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Tue, August 30, 2022
Ep. 106 - Psychs, Substances & Raw Spits featuring Complete and Omac
It’s an absolute pleasure being joined by WA’s kings on the come-up, Omac and Complete for the 106th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. Fresh off a sold out run of shows, and a brief altercation in Brisbane the night prior, we sat down with the boys and talked everything from TPW and rap music to alcoholism and psychologists ahead of their sold out Brisbane show. Shouts to our boy Rivercity aka Julian Woods for joining in on the show and getting Complete and Omac down to The Shire Studio to record this classic conversation. It’s another packed episode and we can’t thank Complete and Omac enough for their time and contributions. Episode 106 of Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on, iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify. Follow us on social media, download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Tue, August 23, 2022
Ep. 105 - Set Sail featuring Milesago Music
It is an honour to be joined by LenWun and AKidCalledChubbs of Milesago Music for the 105th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. This week’s episode is a celebration of music, nostalgia and a love of physical formats as we break down the many facets involved in releasing and selling music with the team behind Milesago Music. We get into AKidCalledChubbs history behind the scenes in Brisbane and his uncredited role in so many classic moments, while also discussing the aesthetics and approach he and Len take when repackaging some of our favourite songs and albums. This episode is packed from front to back and we can’t thank the team behind Milesago Music enough for all they’re doing. Episode 105 of Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on, iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify. Follow us on social media, download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Tue, August 16, 2022
Ep. 104 - The Novocastrians featuring Tunz1 & DJ Mathmatics
It is an honour to be joined by Newcastle legends Tunz1 and DJ Mathmatics for the 104th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. We go deep into the history books of Newcastle and Sydney with this week’s episode as we talk to two living icons that have repped the Novocastrian experience through all elements since hip hop’s inception in this country. We talk everything, from what it is to live in Australia’s biggest small town to it’s first wave of hip hop practitioners and on through the breaking, graffiti, MCing and DJing that both Tunz and Math have been involved in for decades. We talk Stored In4mation, MIA, Def Wish Cast, the influence of Random and Tony Crush, Robotek B-Boys, Ground Assault, LookUp, New York and travelling, DJ aesthetics, UP&UP, Blades of Hades and so much more than we can list here. Thank you to Tunz1 and Mathmatics for this epic conversation, their decades of work and many contributions. Episode 104 of Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on, iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: Follow us on social media, download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Tue, August 09, 2022
Ep. 103 - Motivational Quotes featuring Julian Woods.
We are stoked to be joined by our old mate, videographer and comedian, Julian Woods from Marty and Michael for the 103rd instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. It’s all laughs this week as we tell stories, talk music and chart the come-up with the videographer formerly known as River City. Music is the common thread through the entire conversation, from Julian’s earliest memories discovering hip hop music and travelling to Crush City through to his recent success writing, filming and working with comedians Marty and Michael. We play music and talk all kinds of shit in this episode, it’s an absolute ripper and we can’t thank Julian enough for his time and conversation. Episode 103 of Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on, iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: Follow us on social media, download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Tue, August 02, 2022
Ep. 102 - Positive Creation featuring Drapl
We are stoked to be joined by Brisbane based street art legend, Drapl for the 102nd instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. Drapl is one of this country’s most talented graffiti writers and large scale mural artists, in this episode we chart his journey from the train yards of Brisbane to his work in Australia’s rural communities and everything in between. Between it all we talk transcending graffiti, his brief stint as an MC alongside the Babble-On crew, Campbell Newman era Brisbane, the influence of RFW and DTS, travelling, creating tourism in small communities, various walls and works, as well as stages, silos and cities. Thanks to Drapl for another great conversation and his years of contributions. Episode 102 of Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on, iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: Follow us on social media, download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Tue, July 26, 2022
Ep. 101 - Hip Hop 101 featuring Ranges RC
We are stoked to be joined by Melbourne duo on the come-up, Ranges RC for this week’s episode of Beers Beats & The Biz. Sad Sob and Crossly have been honing their own unique brand of hip hop music for over 13 years, forming Ranges RC in and releasing their debut LP, Figo in 2020, the duo are breathing new life into the local hip hop scene with each release. We talk it all: how Cross and Sob met, creating during lockdowns and covid, the recent In Our Arms EP, merchandise, production, the influence of Posseshot, Roc Marciano, Action Bronson and others, digital verse physical releases and so much else. We have to support our legends on the come-up and embrace legacy in the making, thank you to Sad Sob and Crossly of Ranges RC for their contributions and great conversation. Episode 101 of Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on, iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: Follow us on social media, download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Tue, July 19, 2022
Ep. 100 - Wall Stories featuring Bailer
We are honoured to be joined by Melbourne’s own, Bailer for the 100th episode of Beers, Beats & The Biz. Fresh off the release of his book Wall Stories, we sat down with the Melbourne writer and author for a great conversation that takes in everything from a night in the surf at St. Kilda to his short lived stint as a battle MC and on to the publication of his first book. Wall Stories is an amazing achievement and testament to Bailer’s years of dedication, we discuss what it is to collate and publish over 120 first-hand accounts from many of Melbourne’s greatest graffiti artists - and so much else. Wall Stories is available now at https://www.bailer.com.au .. We can’t thank Bailer enough for the great conversation, years of contributions and dedication to documenting the culture. Episode 100 of Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on, iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: Follow us on social media, download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Mon, June 27, 2022
Ep. 99 - It’s All About the Music featuring Inkswel
We are stoked to be back today (after a couple months off) with an Adelaide based DJ, producer, A&R and label head, Inkswel of Inner Tribe Records. From his early days running around Adelaide working with artists like BVA, Dialect and Social Change to DJing and producing for artists globally and the formation of Inner Tribe Records, we talk a lifetime of achievement. Between it all we talk securing Strut’s back catalogue, dropping his debut on BBE Records, Tokyo Dawn Records, various Inner Tribe releases, favourite places to DJ, creative Vs business and so much else. Thanks to Inkswel for his time, conversation and contributions. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on Youtube, iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: Follow us on social media, download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Mon, April 25, 2022
Ep. 98 - Explorations in Style featuring New2 DMA
It’s an honour to be joined by Da legendary Mad Artist, New2 for the 98th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. We caught up with New2 live from Northern Europe and talked everything from his love of music, his development of style and connecting with Tame to the formation of DMA and the various walls and trains they painted. Between it all we get stories on the infamous Windowkicker, doing loops and layups, developing and exploring letters, the impact of Nabit’s death in Melbourne, painting General Motors, Warrigal and so much else. This conversation is a classic and we can’t thank New enough for his time and many contributions. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on Youtube, iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: Follow us on social media, download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Tue, April 19, 2022
Ep. 97 - One Mic, One Mind featuring Dialectrix
We are honoured to be joined by the Blue Mountains’ own, Dialectrix for another legendary episode of Beers, Beats & The Biz. From his early years in New Zealand hearing Hip Hop music via family members to being unearthed by Triple J and on to national prominence as one of Obese Records’ leading lights, DTrix has been about this life. Between it all, we talk being a parent and pursuing rap, Down Under Beats crew and radio prominence, the influence of Plutonic Lab and DJ 2Buck, forming Gully Platoon with Pegz, the difference in sound between states, as well as various songs and albums. Thanks to DTrix for another amazing conversation and his years of contributions. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on Youtube, iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: Follow us on social media, download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Tue, April 12, 2022
Ep. 96 - Gettin’ Better featuring Matty B
It’s an honour to be joined by the legendary Matty B of Syllabolix for the 96th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. One of the greatest characters and MCs this country has produced, we sat down with Matty and went through his history with music - and the new album he’s working on, surfing and his many classic songs. We talk everything, from being discovered by Downsyde’s Optamus and writing Courageous, to the The Courageous LP and it’s many classic songs, Fridays, the influence of Perth’s SBX crew, having a social conscious, partying, the minimal effort that went into Simple But Effective and a whole lot more. Thanks to Matty B for an amazing conversation, the classic music and his years of contributions. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on Youtube, iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: Follow us on social media, download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Tue, April 05, 2022
Ep. 95 - And Then I Sh#t Me-Self featuring Skrub
It’s dope to be back at it this week with Muswellbrook’s finest export, Skrub, for the 95th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. This episode is packed with all kinds of random conversation and off topic talk that we’re not even sure what to list in this week’s episode bio. Will Smith vs Chris Rock, Jeffrey Epstein, Bohemian Grove, Golden Era Records, Touring, Ghislaine Maxwell, Skull & Bones, taking a dump after a big night, Will Smith vs Chris Rock, Rappertag, Battling and probably more Will Smith vs Chris Rock. Thanks to Skrub for always being a great sport and all his contributions, grab tickets to his show now! Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on Youtube, iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: Follow us on social media, download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Tue, March 29, 2022
No Number, No guest. The Future Is Now.. The BBATB Breakdown.
We had this week’s guest fall through at the last minute so we sat down and listened to Non Phixion’s The Future Is Now rather than doing nothing. Non Phixion’s only full length studio album as a collective celebrated 20 years recently so we decided to give it another listen and have a conversation about it. No number, no guest and even still we find a way to drop this work for your ears. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: Follow us on social media, download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Tue, March 22, 2022
Ep. 94 - Eets My Bruh featuring On Target
We are stoked to be joined by Sydney MC, producer and writer, OT aka On Target Productions for the 94th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. It’s another cracker of an episode and we are killing shit with the Sydney City young gun OT, talking all kinds of random rap, graffiti and beats with a renaissance revivalist creating on his own terms. From his early years discovering hip hop and painting to the upcoming Buck & OT project and on to the influence of legends like Sereck of Def Wish Cast, OT is out here killing shit one joint at a time and we talk it all. We can’t thank OT enough for his time, conversation and contributions. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on Youtube, iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: Follow us on social media, download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Tue, March 15, 2022
Ep. 93 - Think Bigger featuring Luke Shirlaw of Artillery Magazine
It is a pleasure to be joined by photographer, curator and the brains behind Artillery Magazine, Luke Shirlaw (aka Dyms) for the 93rd episode of Beers, Beats & The Biz. This conversation takes in everything from Luke’s formative years growing up in Townsville and hiring Subway Art from his local library, to his early design work for Ironlak and Billabong, various travel stories, magazines and photography and so much else. We can’t thank Luke enough for his time, conversation and many contributions, this is a great episode. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on Youtube, iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: Follow us on social media, download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Tue, February 15, 2022
Ep. 92 - The Adventure s of Billy Jon featuring Shime TFC
We are honoured to be joined by West Coast graffiti legend and pioneer, Shime for the 92nd episode of Beers, Beats & The Biz. From his early years as one of Perth’s first style writers to travelling the world and importing European paints, Shime has left an indelible mark on graffiti culture globally, and we capture a small portion of his story here. We talk writing Bill Jon and painting Perth’s first wholecar, back patches and early adventures to the east coast of Australia, meeting Mode2, Loomit, Aerozol 92, Aeroglyphics 95 and event organisation, having a stamp.. Shime has done it all. It’s an honour to sit with Shime and we thank him for his time, conversation and years of contributions. Support our Patreon and find us on IG @beersbeatsthebiz. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on Youtube, iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: Follow us on social media, download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Mon, February 07, 2022
Ep. 91 - F#ck You Play Me part 3
After a few big weeks we thought we would sit down, play some music and talk that talk for the 91st episode of Beers, Beats & The Biz. This is a random journey filled with random music related in some way to the past 90 episodes, we go from Australian and UK to US (and the back to local) hip hop and talk about the songs and how they relate to the show. Stay fucking with Beers, Beats & The Biz, we are just getting started. Find us on Patreon and all social media. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: Follow us on social media, download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Mon, January 31, 2022
Ep. 90 - It Began As Fun featuring Muphin
We are honoured to be joined by the legendary, Muphin for the 90th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. From the discovery of RUN DMC via his older brother to the formation of the Puah Hedz (alongside Draino and DJ FX) and on to solo success and his eventual teaming with Plutonic Lab - Muph breaks down his crazy journey. We talk the rise of Muph & Plutonic as well individual songs like Paracetamol and the success of Heaps Good, being nominated for an ARIA, publishing and festival money, the influence of Obese Records and the sobering reality of going back to work. Muph is one of the voices that shaped hip hop in this country and we can’t thank him enough for his time and conversation. Support our Patreon and find us on IG @beersbeatsthebiz.
Mon, January 24, 2022
Ep. 89 - No Comment featuring Hugh Dunit
We are honoured to be joined by legendary Melbourne graffiti artist, Hugh Dunit for the 89th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. Mysterious, eccentric and an early pioneer of style in Melbourne, Hugh Dunnit has been painting since the mid 80’s and has contributed some of the country’s most iconic walls over a prolific career. We talk painting trains, run-ins with transits, various walls, characters, movies and music with one of the great and unique writers of our times. We can’t thank Hugh enough for his time and conversation. Support our Patreon and find us on all social media. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on Youtube, iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: Follow us on social media, download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Mon, January 17, 2022
Ep. 88 - The Word Merchant featuring Flu aka Fluent Form
We are honoured to be joined by an old friend, Fluey for the 88th episode of Beers, Beats & The Biz. We caught up with Fluey for a great conversation that takes in everything from his early years growing up in a cult to discovering hip hop via a random cassette and on to his production work with Tuff Kong Records. Between it all we talk the Crate Cartel and break down his various releases, discuss the importance of Flu Season and switching up his sound, becoming a producer and all kinds of life issues we face along the way. Thanks to Flu for his time and many contributions. Support our Patreon and find us on all social media. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on Youtube, iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: Follow us on social media, download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Mon, January 03, 2022
Ep. 87 - Steppin’ Without The Essentials featuring Shaheen Waheed aka Shazlek One
It’s an honour to be joined by the founder of Obese Records, Shaheen Waheed aka Shazlek One for the 87th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. We spoke with Shaz just prior to Christmas 2021, it’s a crazy conversation that takes in everything from his days running with EMB to the foundation of Obese Records following Ollie Bobbit’s departure. Shaz was responsible for the release of Reason’s Solid, Culture of Kings and Brad Strut’s Authentic, in a deeply personal conversation we even get into the details behind his incarceration and his feelings on the legacy of Obese. We can’t thank Shaz enough for his time, candour and conversation, find us on Patreon and all social media. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on Youtube, iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: Follow us on social media, download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Mon, December 20, 2021
Ep. 86 - To A Mad Extreme featuring Tame DMA
We are honoured to be joined by a legendary figure of Melbourne’s graffiti scene for the 86th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz, the one and only Tame of DMA. Often cited as “the writers writer” Tame is one of the country’s greatest all round graffiti artists having pushed progressive styles via all city bombing campaigns through the late 80’s and into the 90’s. From the Belgrave line to insides, outsides, panels and walls, we hear how a master of the art form crafted so many classic pieces and pushed Melbourne graffiti into new and unchartered territory. In between it all we talk the formation of DMA, wagging school with Paris and Peril, Peter Stevens, the transit squad, raids, chases, teaming with New2 and the influence of Nab (RIP). We can’t thank Tame enough for his time, conversation and years of dedication. Find us on Patreon and all social media. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on Youtube, iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: Follow us on social media, download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Mon, December 13, 2021
Ep. 85 - When the Gods Speak.. Again featuring DJ Katch.
We are honoured to be joined once again by the legendary DJ Katch for the 85th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. It’s been 79 episodes since we were last joined by one of the patriarchs of hip hop culture in this country and this is a dope follow up to Katch’s first appearance on the show - way back on episode 6. In this episode we fill in some of the blanks, we get Katch’s opinions on still DJing in bars and clubs after nearly 4 decades, we talk being one of Brisbane’s earliest writers, we talk 80’s Brisbane and a bunch of other stories. It’s always an honour to learn from the gods and we can’t thank Katch enough for his time and continued contributions. Find us on Patreon and all social media. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on Youtube, iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: Follow us on social media, download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us. @beersbeatsthebiz @jake_biz750 @insideusbeats
Mon, December 06, 2021
Ep. 84 - No Bread, Just the Jams featuring 10Duckets & TrebWon of Kitchenhands
We are stoked to be joined by 10Duckets and TrebWon to talk Kitchenhands for the 84th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. An amazing concept album - we are joined by our first studio guest in months, Duckets and Kitchenhands producer, Treb-Won via Skype for an episode that takes in everything from the grind of kitchen work to the grind that is hip hop. We talk all kinds of talk in a broad and sprawling conversation that goes from random rap factoids to philosophical self analysis, it’s a conversation of epic proportions and we can’t thank Duckets and Treb enough for their time and contributions. Find us on Patreon and all social media. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: Follow us on social media, download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Mon, November 29, 2021
Ep. 83 - Wildfire featuring David Houston aka Pho RCF
It’s an honour to be joined by writer, author and graffiti historian, David Houston for the 83rd episode of Beers, Beats & The Biz. After a lot of our recent episodes focusing on Melbourne history, it was a must that we sit down with David aka Pho RCF to celebrate the release of his book Wildfire and talk all things Adelaide graffiti. Available now on Puzlepress, we get into what is involved in completing and compiling the exhaustive documentation of Adelaide graff that Wildfire is, through to his own personal career and history - we talk all that talk. After a brief hiatus, we are stoked to be back and talking all kinds of Adelaide graffiti and history with one of the blokes that helped create it. Find us on Patreon and all social media. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: Follow us on social media, download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Mon, October 11, 2021
Ep. 82 - Productions, Panels & Paint featuring Reach WCA
It is an honour to be joined by the Wild Child Artist himself, Reach for the 82nd episode of Beers, Beats & The Biz. A second generation member of Melbourne’s WCA crew - alongside his brother Dens - we get into some of Reach’s history, from his earliest memories growing up on the Hursty line all the way up to WCA’s many productions around Melbourne. We delve into the history books and talk about everything from racking paint and running the yards to being on the periphery of Melbourne’s burgeoning hip hop scene and moving from panels to production work. Not only has Reach been an active writer for decades, he has also photographed and documented graffiti and hip hop in Melbourne since the late 80’s. It’s another amazing conversation and we can’t thank Reach enough for being involved in the show and his years of contributions. Find us on Patreon and all social media. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: Follow us on social media, download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Mon, October 04, 2021
Ep. 81 - For the Love of Hip Hop featuring 2Buck
We are honoured to be joined by one of the country’s greatest DJ’s for this weeks episode of Beers, Beats & The Biz - Sydney City’s own, 2Buck. This is a crazy episode that packs in more random rap trivia and talk than probably any episode prior, Buck is one of the country’s most technically proficient vinyl manipulators, with the knowledge to back it up. We get into everything, from his time in Adelaide to his eventual move to Sydney, establishing himself as one of the country’s great scratch DJs alongside the Bingethinkers and Dialectrix and at some of Sydney’s early club nights. Between it all we talk all the usual - influences, songs, albums, artists, old albums and scratch hooks, the various aspects of DJing and we even get into how “the gods” create. Thanks to 2Buck for this amazing convo and all his contributions. Find us on Patreon and all social media. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: Follow us on social media, download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Tue, September 28, 2021
Ep.80 - F#ck You, Play Me! Part 2.
After a few big weeks we thought we would sit down, play some music and talk that talk for the 80th episode of Beers, Beats & The Biz. This is a random journey filled with random music related in some way to the past 80 episodes, we go from Australian to US hip hop and talk about the songs and how they relate to the show. Stay fucking with Beers, Beats & The Biz, we are just getting started. Find us on Patreon and all social media. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: Follow us on social media, download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Mon, September 20, 2021
Ep.79 - Zero F##ks Given featuring Kab101
It is an honour to be joined by Mt Gambier’s finest, pioneering graffiti artist KAB101 for the 79th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. From his early years listening to KISS and various punk rock bands to connecting with Kano and travelling from Mt. Gambier to Adelaide, Kab101 breaks down the earliest days of South Australian graffiti and style writing. We go everywhere in this episode, it’s a sprawling conversation that takes us from Kab’s earliest years painting logos and developing his name all the way up to his recent gallery exhibition and the release of Wildfire. Between it all we talk influence, style, trips to Melbourne, music, culture, the contributions of SA’s earliest writers, running a shop, police and just about everything else you can think of - it’s another classic conversation. Thanks to KAB101 for his years of dedication, conversation and contributions. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: Follow us on social media, download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Tue, September 14, 2021
Ep.78 - The Transition of Style featuring Merda
Episode 78. The Transition of Style featuring Merda It’s an honour to be joined by one of Melbourne’s most iconic writers and innovators of style, Merda for the 78th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. From the mid 80’s train lines of Melbourne to the influence of GS38, Dskyz and the USA crew, Merda has taken the development of letters to new dimensions and constantly pushed style forward and he breaks it all down in this episode. We talk everything, his groundbreaking South Yarra wall, The Chemical Lab, getting into rap dancing at a young age, travelling Europe with Loomit, his early influences and how he would go on to push the boundaries of letter structure through his graffiti and design work. We also talk about being one of the earliest writers to push 3D lettering, globally and rarely receiving those props. We can’t thank Merda enough for his time and contributions. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: Follow us on social media, download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Mon, August 30, 2021
Ep.77 - Gone Fishin’ featuring Pest TMM
Episode 77. Gone Fishin’ featuring Pest TMM We are honoured to be joined by legendary Melbourne writer, Pest of TMM crew for the 77th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. In a follow up to our episode with Johnny Duel, we sit down with longtime running-mate, Pest and get his perspective and opinion on his various contributions and achievements, from Downtown Express break crew to the many trains and walls he painted. We talk Ghetto Rock Breakers and Melbourne’s early years at The Marble, the formation of TMM, running all city with AC and DMA, crazy chase stories, Brooklyn scraps, The Style Machine, Preston Tech, Macleod Yards and so much more. We can’t thank Pest enough for his time, many contributions and the amazing conversation he gave us. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Tue, August 24, 2021
Ep.76 - Every City featuring Optamus of Downsyde
Episode 76. Every City featuring Optamus of Downsyde We are honoured to be joined by a legend from the west, Optamus of the mighty Downsyde for the 76th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. From his early day’s painting graffiti and discovering hip hop to the formation of Downsyde, Optamus has been at it for decades as one of the nations most prolific and hardest touring artists. We get into all kinds of history and stories, from signing to a major label to their time on Obese Records, we honour Hunter, SBX, individual albums and songs, tour stories, youth work, awards and even working with Guru of Gangstarr. It is an honour to bring you some of these stories and we thank Optamus for his time and many contributions. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Tue, August 17, 2021
Ep.75 - In Between the Lines featuring Johnny Duel
Episode 75. In Between the Lines featuring Johnny Duel We are honoured to be joined by Melbourne’s style master, Duel of AKA and TMM for the 75th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. This is a classic conversation with an icon of hip hop culture in Australia, one of the true originals, Duel takes us from the early days of B-Boying and graffiti in Melbourne and delivers some amazing stories about some crazy times. The ghetto rock breakers, meeting Pest, joining AKA, TMM, chase stories, Burnley Abattoirs and The Chemical Lab, Preston Tech’s Colour Transition, doing wholecars in Macleod yards, the Sprayed Conflict movie and a whole lot more. Duel is candid and hilarious, and we can’t thank him enough for this monumental conversation and all he’s contributed. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Tue, July 27, 2021
Ep.74 - From Sailys to Sponsorships featuring Luke “Jaffa” Curtis
Episode 74. From Sailys to Sponsorships featuring Luke “Jaffa” Curtis It’s an honour to be joined by MC, B-Boy and one of Australia’s most iconic skateboarders, Luke “Jaffa” Curtis for the 74th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. This is an amazing episode that charts Jaff’s rise as a young grommet skater from Melbourne’s western suburbs to pro skateboarding for Blank, Globe and Boost Mobile. We get into his history around Melbourne, discovering graffiti, Mcing and going on to become one of Australia’s earliest pro skaters, travelling and making a living off his passion. Between it all we talk health, Melbourne history, his iconic single with DJ Ransom “For All My People” and the many highs and lows that we encounter along the path to success. Thanks to Jaff for his time and many contributions. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Wed, July 21, 2021
Ep.73 - Stunts, Blunts & Project Management featuring Alec Zammitt of Craze Co.
Episode 73. Stunts, Blunts & Project Management featuring Alec Zammitt of Craze Co. We are stoked to be joined by guerrilla marketer and cannabis activist, Alec Zammit of the Craze Collective for the 73rd instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. An informed and well spoken guy, with a background in graffiti, Alec has been involved in numerous high profile public relations campaigns and cannabis activism for close to a decade. We discuss his history and how he came to be involved in cannabis activism as well as getting into the nitty-gritty of Australia’s weed legislation, it’s accessibility and his many guerrilla campaigns. This is a great episode, from a different perspective and we can’t thank Alec enough for his time. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Tue, July 13, 2021
Ep.72 - Always Lurking, Never Working featuring James Straker
Episode 72. Always Lurking, Never Working featuring James Straker We are stoked to be joined by the irrepressible James Straker for this, the 72nd instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. A crazy guy who’s left an indelible mark on Brisbane, James answers none of our questions but gives us all the answers and information in this classic conversation. We get a glimpse into the entrepreneurial mind of a man who has started bands, toured and managed bands, shops, bars and various other pursuits, all while dealing with severe ADHD. In between it all we talk 80’s Brisbane, 90’s punk rock, what success is, being creative, running businesses and being a boss, bands James has toured with or alongside and so many other random stories. Thanks to James for this crazy conversation and all he’s given us. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Tue, July 06, 2021
Ep.71 - Discotheque Dreams featuring DJ FIB
Episode 71. Discotheque Dreams featuring DJ FIB We are honoured to be joined by Brisbane’s own - the legendary DJ FIB for the 71st instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. From the early days of clubbing in Brisbane to the legacy of DJ Angus and on to the legendary KGB Crew and the 25th anniversary of Blunted Stylus Hempatitus, we talk all that talk. DJ Fib is a seminal figure within hip hop and dance culture in Brisbane, having been involved since 1985 alongside people like Angus, Katch and Hams, Fib is one of the city’s earliest proponents of hip hop culture. Fib talks everything from the city’s early club nights to his time writing for Hype Magazine, Phat Tape’s earliest days, the DMC’s, DJ Angus’s legacy and the importance of 1995’s Hempatitus cassette. Thanks to Fib for his time, conversation and many contributions. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Tue, June 15, 2021
Ep.70 - F#ck you, play me!
Episode 70. F#ck you, play me! We are guest free and playing music from our favourite episodes on this, the 70th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. Expect to hear random songs from Bigfoot, Mortar, Ciecmate, Mnemonic Ascent, Nilvoid, Brothers Stoney, LC, Terrafirma, Raise, Nerve, Skrub, Reason and Bias B and a few stories and idle chit-chat around each. Thank you for fucking with this podcast, donate to our Patreon and share us around - we are only just getting started so why not remind people about the work we have been doing. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Tue, June 08, 2021
Ep.69 - Spreading Disinformation featuring Beats of The Get Down podcast
Episode 69. Spreading Disinformation featuring Beats of The Get Down podcast. We are stoked to be joined by Beats of The Get Down podcast and Adroit Effusive for the 69th episode of Beers, Beats & The Biz. We had a ball this episode and spoke on everything from bitcoin and covid to running a weekly podcast and Beats’ own hip hop crew, Adelaide’s Adroit Effusive. With 25 episodes of The Get Down podcast under his belt and a career spanning decades in the Adelaide hip hop scene, Beats breaks down his approach, his mindset and his inspirations. This is a great conversation - one of those episodes that spans specific subjects to random shit talk - and we can never thank Beats enough for his time, dedication and commitment to the cause. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, share and don’t forget to five star rate us.
Tue, June 01, 2021
Ep.68 - Redbank to Residencies featuring DNO
Episode 68. Redbank to Residencies featuring DNO We are honoured to be joined by the legendary DNO of Decipher, Shin Ki Row and the Resin Dogs for the 68th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. Too often overlooked for his numerous contributions, we sit down with an MC that’s been getting up since the get down, this is a journey from the late 80’s to the festival stages and tour vans of Europe. From the formation of Brisbane’s Decipher to joining Shin Ki Row and becoming a full time, touring member of the Resin Dogs, DNO’s had a career of highlights and is one of the country’s foundation MC’s. This is a random conversation that goes everywhere from big day out appearances to DJ residencies, from pressing records to his love of records, DNO’s skills have taken him from the western suburbs of Brisbane and across the globe. Thanks to DNO for the conversation and years of dedication. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, share and get amongst it.
Tue, May 25, 2021
Ep.67 - It’s a Team Effort featuring Reals
Episode 67. It’s a Team Effort featuring Reals We are honoured to be joined by Ironlak team member and Australian graffiti legend, Reals for the 67th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. Back for his second appearance - but his first time solo - we talk some of Realsy’s latest walls before getting into a great conversation about his history, aliases and many achievements. From his recent contribution to the Spraycan Art commemoration wall and all the way back to his early days as a member of THC, we get a candid glimpse into the yards, cars and numerous walls this local genius created. This episode is a ripper, from his earliest influences growing up in Woodridge through to the impact of THC, the formation of TBK, Writers Anon, developing his own Ironlak colour and more stories than he’s shared anywhere else ever. We can never thank Reals enough for his time, conversation and years of dedication. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, share and get amongst it.
Tue, May 18, 2021
Ep.66 - Bourne Again featuring Rainman
Episode 66. Bourne Again featuring Rainman We are honoured to be joined by Ray Bourne aka Rainman for the 66th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. MC, DJ, producer and legendary figure within the Brisbane hip hop community, Rainman joined us to breakdown some of his highlights from a career spent in the trenches of the local scene. From helming one of Brisbane’s most celebrated open mic, hip hop nights in the early 2000’s to releasing albums, moving around the city and the crews and influences that would shape his social conscious and music. We talk Dropzone, Decipher, DNO, LG, Born Fresh, The Coalition and Optimen, Ice Cube and Cypress Hill at Festival Hall, spinning records, making music and tapping beats amongst so much else. Thanks to Ray for coming through and all his contributions. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, share and get amongst it.
Tue, May 11, 2021
Ep.65 - The Rise of MGH featuring Michelle Grace Hunder
Episode 65. The Rise of MGH featuring Michelle Grace Hunder We are stoked to be joined by Australian hip hop’s premier photographer, Michelle Grace Hunder for the 65th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. From her early days growing up in Shepparton and how a friendship with Briggs led to her discovering local hip hop music, Michelle charts her career in photography and so much more. A photographer, film producer, radio host and creative visionary, Michelle talks everything from her seminal documentation of Australian hip hop, Rise to her celebration of women in music, Her Sound Her Story. We talk everything from intuitiveness and technicality, individual photos and the stories behind them, to her work being included in the National Sound and Film Archive. We can’t thank Michelle enough for her time and contributions. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, share and get amongst it.
Tue, May 04, 2021
Ep.64 - Step Up featuring Peter Frickman aka Madhouse
Episode 64. Step Up featuring Peter Frickman aka Madhouse It’s an honour to be joined by B-Boy Allstar and pioneering writer Peter Frickman for the 64th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. A pioneer of breakdancing and graffiti in Australia, Peter Frickman aka Madhouse is a legend of the scene and shares some classic stories with us via Skype. From the formation of the B-Boy Allstars and the story behind some of the earliest graffiti in Brisbane on to designing the Hype Mag logo, album covers and more random memories than you can poke a stick at. It’s an honour to sit and hear these stories from a pioneer, cheers to Frickman aka Madhouse for joining us. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, share and get amongst it.
Tue, April 27, 2021
Ep.63 - Creating the Internet featuring Overproof Pete
Episode 63. Creating the Internet featuring Overproof Pete We are stoked to be joined by an unheralded legend of the Brisbane hip hop scene for the 63rd instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz, Overproof Pete of the 750 Rebels. From his roots in bands to investing in streetwear and production equipment and on to his role in the 750 Rebels, Overproof Pete has played a pivotal role in the development of culture in Brisbane, and by way of that Australia. Between it all we get into the work Peter has done under numerous aliases, his production as Brookes Cullings - specifically handling all production duties on Jake Biz’s Commercial Hell and his work shooting videos as Heathen Steelburg. This episode is a ripper and we can’t thank Peter enough for his time and contributions. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, share and get amongst it. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Visit The Website - https://beersbeatsthebiz.com.au/ Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Tue, April 20, 2021
Ep.62 - Vocoders Anon featuring Tommy Rock
We are back, live and direct with our first quest for 2021 on Beers, Beats & The Biz, Sydney city’s Tommy Rock. It was dope catching up with Tommy - who has been a critic of this show in the past - and sitting down to hear about his history and thoughts on a life spent in hip hop. From breaking down the layout of Sydney and it’s many factions to petitioning Triple J for a local hip hop show and on to working with Def Wish Cast, Tommy talks all that talk and so much more. We’ve been gone a minute but we’re back folks, thanks to Tommy for being involved and to you guys for believing in the show and hanging in there with us. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, share and get amongst it.
Wed, April 07, 2021
Ep.61 - We back! (Instagram Live)
Ep.61 - We back! (Instagram Live) by Beers Beats & The Biz
Tue, December 22, 2020
Ep.60 - Mr Nobody featuring Maundz
Ep.60 - Mr Nobody featuring Maundz
Wed, December 16, 2020
Ep.59 - The Bandit Queen featuring Sharline “Spice” Bezzina
We are absolutely honoured to be joined by The Queen of culture in this country, Sharline Bezzina aka Spice for the 59th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. From founding breakdancing crews with her older brother in the early 80’ to being one of the first women painting Sydney’s train lines and on to being pressed to wax, Spice is our matriarch. A determined and ambitious woman, Spice breaks down the debilitating health issues she’s been suffering with over the past 6 years and then gives us an unparalleled view into the foundations of hip hop culture in Sydney. She appeared on the first hip hop compilation out of Australia, Down Under By Law, performed on ABC’s afternoon show, supported Ice T at his request, developed and pushed style as a writer and even named a few Def Wish Cast songs. This episode is a classic, with Spice being open and candid about her many achievements, from introducing Sereck to the 808 drum machine and developing her own style, being involved n print media and running a radio show, this episode is one for the history books. Thank you to Spice for taking the time and persevering through her own pain and with us through a few early technical difficulties - an amazing woman who’s contributions and history are parallel with the development of hip hop in Australia. We don’t exist without the contributions that Spice made. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, comment, share and thank you for tuning in to the show. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Visit The Website - https://beersbeatsthebiz.com.au/ Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Tue, December 08, 2020
Ep.58 - Big Gigs and Big Pharma featuring Raphael Felix aka Raph AL of Terrafirma
We are live this morning with Raphael Felix, One Nation’s candidate for the seat of Southport and former member of Terrafirma, for the 58th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. It’s all about communication and in this episode we sit down and talk politics, philosophy, spirituality and what motivates a person to run as a One Nation candidate. We are heavy on politics in this episode and we talk it all from the ambitions and motivations that drive a man to change and on to hip hop history and what it takes to become a published author. Between it all we talk that usual talk; graff, history, freemasonry, rap music, migrating from Brazil and being born to achieve, the importance of Adelaide MC’s, authoring a book and all kinds of talk with a unique MC and individual. Thanks to Raph for all his time and contributions. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, comment, share and thank you for tuning in to the show. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Visit The Website - https://beersbeatsthebiz.com.au/ Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Tue, December 01, 2020
Ep.57 - Beats, Bookings and Life featuring Trent Slingshot
We are stoked to be joined by hip hop’s longest serving booking agent and promoter, Trent Slingshot for the 57th episode of Beers, Beats & The Biz. Founding Slingshot Touring in the mid 90’s to fill a void, Trent has gone on to become hip hop’s biggest booking agent in the Australia having organised the tours of everyone from Company Flow to MF Doom, A Tribe Called Quest and on to KRS ONE. From his early years as a skate and snowboard photographer to starting zines and managing Sydney artists Brethren and Meta Bass N Breath, Trent has brought hip hop to the country in many varied capacities. Based in Bali and Sydney, we get a behind the scenes view on the business of hip hop via one of our most entrepreneurial and engaging minds - and a shitload of stories along the way. We can’t thank Trent enough for his time and all his contributions. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, comment, share and thank you for tuning in to the show. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Visit The Website - https://beersbeatsthebiz.com.au/ Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Tue, November 24, 2020
Ep.56 - Wogs on Pods featuring Hosper The Horrorble aka Hosflair
Episode 56. Wogs on Pods featuring Hosper The Horrorble aka Hosflair. We are stoked to be joined by our old mate, Hosflair aka Hosper The Horrorble for the 56th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. Hos is one of our favourite people pushing culture forward in Australia today, from sneakers to grime, we talk the talk with a true character. Hos currently runs the fortnightly IG Live show, Isshoes, he’s released music via Broken Tooth Entertainment, has been the subject of a Vice article on Casual Culture and has remained one of the few mainstays repping for Western Melbourne. We talk everything from his strict Macedonian upbringing to his commitment to family and getting sober, Hos is always candid and gives us the facts in his own distinct style and fashion. A legend of the game, we can’t thank Hos enough for his time. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, comment, share and thank you for tuning in to the show. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Visit The Website - https://beersbeatsthebiz.com.au/ Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Mon, November 16, 2020
Ep.55 - The Hype Twins featuring Bill and Jamie Moulton aka Exit & Seiz
We are finally back with episode 55, and it’s an honour to be joined by Bill and Jamie Moulton aka Exit & Seiz, aka Broke & Boesta aka The Hype Twins! From their earliest years in Canberra, to the foundations of an empire and on to the drugs and chaos that tore it all apart, this episode is crazy. Bill and Jamie are never less than candid, in a chaotic conversation where the two brothers finish each other’s sentences, talk over one another and argue, we get the history on an amazing legacy. There’s too much in this episode to list here; graffiti, breaking, magazines, drugs, history, shops, crime.. The list goes on, if they did it we talk openly about it. Thank you all for hanging in there with us, life is a chaotic ride and while we might adjust our behaviours, we wouldn’t change this life for a thing. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, comment, share and thank you for tuning in to the show. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Visit The Website - https://beersbeatsthebiz.com.au/ Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Mon, July 27, 2020
Ep. 54 - World Class featuring DJ J-Red
Episode 54. World Class featuring DJ J-Red It’s an honour to be joined by Australia’s only crowned DJ champion and Lyrical Commission grandmaster, DJ J-Red for the 54th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. Very few people have mastered all facets of their craft like J-Red, from radio and club DJ to battle and scratch DJ, a selector of records, group member and mentor, J-Red has it all covered. We get into all of it, from growing up a few streets from Prowla to developing his own routines and executing them on the world stage, J-Red let’s us in on a few his secrets and and what motivates him to stay competitive. We talk joining Lyrical Commission and the impact of the group, as well as the making of The Stage Is Set and Murderous Metaphors and the subsequent tours - there’s random rap talk and stories for days in this episode. We can’t thank DJ J-Red enough for his time and this monumental interview. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, comment, share and thank you for tuning in to the show. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Visit The Website - https://beersbeatsthebiz.com.au/ Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Tue, July 21, 2020
Ep. 53 - Some Guys Can’t Stop featuring Kasino aka Jason Dax Woodward
Episode 53. Some Guys Can’t Stop featuring Kasino aka Jason Dax Woodward We are stoked to be joined by global graffiti giant and purveyor of records, Kasino for the 53rd instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. For this episode, we put formalities and old differences aside and sat down with one of Australian graffiti’s most polarising figures for an amazing discussion. This conversation goes everywhere, from ACR’s classic “Fuck Christmas” wholecar to Kasino’s upbringing, from Sydney to Brisbane and the influence Melbourne had on the Australian scene to individual writers, countries and adventures. We talk Butter Beats and running retail for 22 years, we talk Blitzkrieg magazine and selling 40,000 issues, we talk records and the early days of hip hop in Australia, we talk everything from the crime side of life to letting it all go and focusing on family. He still heavily supports Australian hip hop culture. Thank you to Kasino for his time, many contributions and the candid conversation he gave us. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, comment, share and thank you for tuning in to the show. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Visit The Website - https://beersbeatsthebiz.com.au/ Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Tue, July 14, 2020
Ep. 52 - Krishna, Karma and Killer Koftas featuring 10Duckets aka Tendancee
Episode 52. Krishna, Karma and Killer Koftas featuring 10Duckets aka Tendancee We are stoked to be joined by Duckets aka Tendancee, formerly of Pure Product and Deadbeats Society for the 52nd instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. Duckets joins us for a great conversation, we talk everything from work and philosophy, to religion and music with an individual that has been about his business in Brisbane for more than 15 years. As a Hare Krishna, Duckets fills us in on his philosophy and what lead him to Krishna as well as getting deep into his history with hip hop in this country, starting with Pure Product, his solo work, rapping alongside Ghostface Killah and his time as a member of Deadbeats Society. This is a great conversation and we cant thank Duckets enough for his time and contributions. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, comment, share and thank you for tuning in to the show. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Visit The Website - https://beersbeatsthebiz.com.au/ Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Mon, July 06, 2020
Ep. 51 - Adventures in Diggin’ featuring Johnny Idem
Episode 51. Adventures in Diggin’ featuring Johnny Idem We are stoked to be joined by legendary Melbourne digger, Johnny Idem for the 51st instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. If Johnny Idem had a dollar for every time he has been mentioned on the show, he’d be good for a $10 loan at least. We sat down for a great conversation via Skype and spoke on all things digging, producing and Melbourne history. As an early member of DMA, a radio and club DJ as well as a producer and global record digger, Johnny Idem has left an indelible finger print on the culture. Thanks to Idem for his time and contribution. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, comment, share and thank you for tuning in to the show. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Visit The Website - https://beersbeatsthebiz.com.au/ Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Mon, June 29, 2020
Ep. 50 - Between Drinks... featuring Robbie Ettelson aka Rob Nat
Episode 50. Between Drinks... featuring Robbie Ettelson aka Rob Nat We are honoured to be joined by Robbie Ettelson (aka Rob Nat) of Unkut.com for the 50th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. From discovering Ultramagnetic MC’s and BDP to his time as a founding member of Lyrical Commission, we finally sat down with the blogger formerly known as Rob Natrule. Robbie, via his blog Unkut.com, has been a champion of underground rap and one of the internets key tastemakers, his writing has seen him contribute to Complex, Acclaim, HHC and the Red Bull Music Academy among many others. We talk all that talk from The Formulators w/ Bob Balans and tracks like Distinguished Gentleman and Demolition Derby to his solo release A Night On The Tiles and on to starting a blog, travelling, drinking, interviewing and founding the Conservative Rap Coalition. Robbie has done a lot between drinks, from rapping and recording to becoming a dominant force within new media, we can’t thank the man enough for his time and contributions. This is our 50th episode! Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, comment, share and thank you for tuning in to the show. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Mon, June 22, 2020
Ep. 49 - The Anti Moses featuring Greeley
Episode 49: The Anti Moses featuring Greeley It’s an honour to be joined by Big Greelz for this, the 49th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. We had a cracker of a time with Greelz for our first episode back post the recent Covid pandemic, breaking down the come up with one of Tassie’s finest. From splitting his teenage years between Tasmania and the US to starting a national battle league in a skate park and on to stand up comedy, Greeley stays moving. Between it all we talk everything. His influence on the Apple Aisle, battling, recording, THC TV, jail, stand up comedians, the local scene, his upcoming album and almost everything in between. Thanks to Greeley for being apart of the show and be on the look out for his album, Risdon Wisdom dropping soon. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, comment, share and thank you for tuning in to the show. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Tue, March 17, 2020
Ep. 48 - The Return of Oath featuring Ken Oath
Episode 48. The Return of Oath featuring Ken Oath We are honoured to be joined - for the second time - by the one and only Ken Oath for this, the 48th episode of Beers, Beats and The Biz. For this episode, we thought we would bring the big man back to talk about some of his classic appearances and songs, from the never released Kingswood Country and all the way through to his last feature, with a few rarities along the way. We had a lot of fun with Oath and we get some added insight from Overproof Pete and Kilz, of the Towndrunxx and 750 Rebels, who also sat in on this episode. Ken Oath helped build hip hop in this country and he deserves his props! Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, comment, share and thank you for tuning in to the show. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Recorded at Shire Studio - shirerecords.com.au/ Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Mon, March 09, 2020
Ep. 47 - Where It Began - Brisbane Graffiti from 84 to 94 featuring Aaron “Bratski” Reimer.
Episode 47. Where It Began - Brisbane Graffiti from 84 to 94 featuring Aaron “Bratski” Reimer It’s an honour to be joined by Aaron Reimer aka Brat of WAR CRU for this, the 47th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. Where It Began: Brisbane and Gold Coast Graffiti ‘84 to ‘94 is the forthcoming book from Brisbane writer Aaron Reimer aka Bratski, documenting the graffiti scene in South East Queensland from its inception. We talk graffiti history on all lines, from Beenleigh to Shorncliffe and from Ipswich to Ferny Grove. We get Brat’s personal history within the culture and get the backstory on some of our city’s earliest moments in hip hop. We can never thank Brat enough for his time and contributions, stay tuned for more info on the release of Where It Began. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, comment, share and thank you for tuning in to the show. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Recorded at Shire Studio - shirerecords.com.au/ Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Mon, March 02, 2020
Ep. 46 - Jim Celphie featuring Dwizofoz
Episode 46. Jim Celphie featuring Dwizofoz It’s an honour to be joined by Brisbane’s own, Dwizofoz for the 46th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. At this point in the game Dwiz is a legend, four independently released albums, a battle league, a gig promoter and event organiser, he’s put people on and continued doing it his way. We talk that and more. From his difficult upbringing to his resilience and tenacity, from his debut Baked Not Fried to the coordination and organisation of the successful Stand Up events, it’s all here. Thanks to Dwiz for his time and contribution. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, comment, share and thank you for tuning in to the show. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Recorded at Shire Studio - shirerecords.com.au/ Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Tue, February 25, 2020
Ep. 45 - It’s Not Unusual featuring Mortar of Clandestien.
Episode 45. It’s Not Unusual featuring Mortar of Clandestien It’s an honour to be joined by Mortar of Clandestien, Grand Lodge III and the mighty Syllabolix crew for the 45th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. From Alice Springs to Perth and on to the rest of the country, in this episode we catch up with one of the country’s most influential and prolific producer/MCs, Mortar of Clandestien. We talk joining Tomohawk and Graphic in Clandestien and their following 6 releases, we talk Mortar’s solo output, from the amazing Mortarshell Symphony to his collaboration with Ciecmate and Dazastah as Grand Lodge III, we talk everything from influences and labels to conspiracies and short lived beefs. Between it all, we talk Robert Hunter and the amazing, Fear and Loathing - a collaborative effort between Hunter and Mortar, from concept to creation we hear numerous stories, talk the making of and the close friendship the two MCs formed. It’s an honour to hear these stories, and so many more, from the Syllabolix veteran and we can’t thank Mortar enough for his time. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, comment, share and thank you for tuning in to the show. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Recorded at Shire Studio - shirerecords.com.au/ Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Tue, February 18, 2020
Ep. 44 - The Great Northern featuring Lee Harnden aka Linz of Ironlak & 750 Rebels.
Episode 44. The Great Northern featuring Lee Harnden aka Linz of Ironlak & 750 Rebels. It’s an honour to be joined by Linz of the Ironlak writer team and the 750 Rebels for the 44th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. We are back for 2020 with an old friend, world traveler and legend of the game. Big Linz talks everything from growing up in Townsville and discovering graffiti during trips to Brisbane to staying in The Bronx with Seen and the humble beginnings of global paint giant, Ironlak. Between it all we hear stories about growing up in North QLD and his earliest pieces, the origins of his tag, his influences, becoming a sales rep and developing colours for Ironlak and on to travelling the world as a writer, fine artist and the many people he’s connected with during those travels. We talk painting the cover of Trem’s FTTOHNL, Ironlak’s Killer Combo series, living with Seen, lunching with Iz the Wiz, Can Two’s technique, the importance of Brisbane MC Ken Oath, Townsville’s Realm City crew, the Ironlak Writer Team and the influence of 750 and what the crew has meant to him. We can never thank Linz enough for his time and being apart of our first episode for 2020. We have a huge year in store and it’s only just beginning. Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, comment, share and thank you for tuning in to the show. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Recorded at Shire Studio - shirerecords.com.au/ Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Tue, December 17, 2019
Ep. 43. The Second Story, part 2 featuring Delta.
It’s an absolute honour to bring you part two of our conversation with The Lostralian himself Delta, for this, the 43rd instalment of Beers Beats & The Biz. It’s our last show for 2019 and it’s a cracker of an episode that picks back up where we left off, the stories, influences and adventures of Delta’s second and third albums; The Second Story and Pyramid Schemes. From the travels and digging stories, to the songs and friends, and on to the iconography of Pyramid Schemes and samples used, this episode goes everywhere and we can’t thank Delta enough for his time and his many contributions. We have a huge 2020 in store so stay with us! Beers, Beats & The Biz is live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, comment, share and thank you for tuning in to the show throughout 2019. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Recorded at Shire Studio - shirerecords.com.au/ Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Tue, December 10, 2019
Ep. 42 - Noble Park’s Finest feat. Jase Beathedz aka Shem RDC
It’s an absolute honour to be joined by a man who helped shape the sound of hip hop in this country; Jase, aka Shem of RDC joins us for this the 42nd instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. This episode is a classic from the outset, we get into exactly where all this begins for Jase, from meeting Prowla and the formation of RDC and Nuff Said and on to the creation of some of this cultures greatest songs and albums. We talk about Jase’s roots in graffiti, growing up around Noble Park and the influence of Prowla, AKA, DMA and many others in this nearly 3 hour episode. Then we get into the music, from Recognition and Money Walks through to Nuff Said, the Rock Da City compilation and it’s accompanying magazine and on to the work he’s done on Beezwax and Bias B’s albums, the Unkut releases he worked on, Pegz, Boney & Stoney, Brad Strut and too many others to list here. We also talk about Nubreed and Jase’s current group, Cerberus III - where the master of production also takes on MCing duties - and his numerous other projects, demos and artists in development. We can never thank Jase enough for his time and continued output. We are live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Swpotify: download, rate, subscribe, comment, share and thank you for tuning in to Beers, Beats & The Biz. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Recorded at Shire Studio - shirerecords.com.au/ Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Mon, December 02, 2019
Ep. 41 - Technically Meticulous featuring DJ Dcide
It’s an honour to be joined by an old friend and Brisbane’s own, DJ Dcide for this the 41st instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. After a few weeks off we are back like we never left and we’re talking the early 90’s along the Beenleigh line with a former wild style technician, DJ and label-head, DJ Dcide. From Gav’s early years growing up in Woodridge on Brisbane’s Southside as a member of THC, TBK and DIE to raising kids, spinning wax and designing sets in the corporate world - we talk that talk. This episode focuses on Dcide- the writer and DJ, whose technical wildstyle pieces adorned trains and tracksides throughout the 90’s and whose DJing would see him grace albums, stage’s and radio. We talk pioneering writers, THC, Hype Magazine, Woodridge and Logan City, Phat Tape Hip Hop Show, 750 Rebels, design and creativity, running a label and the various releases along the way - too many to list here. Thanks to DJ Dcide for his time and all his contributions. We are live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, comment, share and thank you for tuning in to Beers, Beats & The Biz. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Tue, November 05, 2019
Ep. 40 - Bulletproof Limousines Ft Dave Dogg Atkins
Ep. 40 - Bulletproof Limousines Ft Dave Dogg Atkins It’s an honour to be joined by veteran Brisbane musician and Resin Dogs drummer, Dave Atkins for the 40th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. This episode is an epic, from Dave’s early days discovering music to his time spent in The Valley’s live music scene and on to his success as a member and drummer for the Resin Dogs and Wolfmother. We chart Dave’s early influences and bands, from his time at Cleveland High alongside Ben Ely through the formation of Pangaea, Regurgitator, Elevation, Happyland and many other seminal Brisbane bands. This episode is packed with stories and history, from the musicians and various label deals to the venues, countries and bands Dave has toured and been involved in, the man’s influence has been pervasive through the Australian music scene. We talk the breakup of Pangaea and the rise of the Resin Dogs, we talk meeting everyone from George Harrison’s son to Lars Ulrich in a London nightclub. We talk studios, touring the globe, engineers and arriving at digging spots in a bulletproof limo. We are honoured by Dave’s presence and all his contributions to not only hip hop, but Australian music. We are live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, comment, share and thank you for tuning in to Beers, Beats & The Biz. Shouts to - https://www.pondscumclothing.com/ Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Recorded at Shire Studio - https://shirerecords.com.au/ Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Tue, October 29, 2019
Ep. 39 - Take A Charnce featuring Simplex
Ep. 39 - Take A Charnce featuring Simplex We are honoured to be joined by a legend of local hip hop this week and one quarter of Adelaide’s Terra Firma; Simplex joins us for the 39th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. Now calling Brisbane home, we chart Simmo’s come up, from the mid 90’s formation of Terra Firma and Certified Wise in the southern suburbs of Adelaide to their eventual dominance of the local scene. Between it all, we talk rapping and production, Culture of Kings 1 and 2, Now We’re Somewhere off the Obesecity compilation, Sharkie’s Pool Hall and various other shows, making videos and jumping out of planes, and too many different tracks to list here. Simplex is an unsung hero of the culture, a genius in the studio, his productions have featured Brad Strut, Drapht, Lazy Grey, Funkoars, Delta, Hilltop Hoods and many others that also get a mention in this episode. Thanks to Simmo for his time and all his contributions. We are live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, comment, share and thank you for tuning in to Beers, Beats & The Biz. Shouts to - https://www.pondscumclothing.com/ Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Tue, October 22, 2019
Ep. 38 - The Lostralian, Part 1 featuring Delta
Episode 38. The Lostralian, Part 1 featuring Delta It is a definite honour to be joined by Adelaide’s own, Delta for the 38th installment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. This is Part 1 of our epic sit-down with Delta, in this episode we go from his childhood in Adelaide discovering hip hop and on through the creation of his debut classic, The Lostralian. We talk about his studies in philosophy, travel, the importance of family on all he does, visiting New York in the late 90’s - and his many visits since, various ADL gigs, his early influences and battling. From there, we discuss his signing to Melbourne label, Nuff Said and his early introduction - via the Scratch Perverts - to future collaborator, Mark B and on to the making and release of The Lostralian. We also take time to pay homage and speak on the impact, legacy and untimely passing of Mark B. This is the first part of an epic conversation that runs the gamut of Delta’s career to date, we can never thank the man enough for his time and contributions, stay tuned for part 2 in December. We are live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, comment, share and thank you for tuning in to Beers, Beats & The Biz. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Tue, October 08, 2019
Ep. 37 - From Concept to Creation Ft Ben Funnell of April77 Creative
Episode 37. From Concept to Creation featuring Ben Funnell of April77 Creative We are honoured to be joined by Ben Funnell, creative director for April77 Creative for this week’s installment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. We caught Ben live via Skype from his Newtown offices in Sydney and broke down design, branding, creativity and crafting art for some of the local scenes biggest releases. We talk about some of his favourite projects, his history in design, album art that has influenced his own creativity, authoring a book of his own album art and just about everything in between. Thanks to Ben of April77 Creative for his time and contributions. We are live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, comment, share and thank you for tuning in to Beers, Beats & The Biz. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Tue, September 24, 2019
Ep. 36 - A Man of a Million Noises featuring Tom Thum
Episode 36. A Man of a Million Noises featuring Tom Thum We are stoked to be joined for the 36th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz by the human orchestra himself, Tom Thum. We caught Tom in-between international gigs for a cracker of a conversation that spans his entire career, from graffiti to travelling the globe, to TED talks and making the music with his mouth. From his early days growing up along Brisbane’s B-Line and discovering graffiti to meeting the Hype twins, breakdancing and discovering his innate gift for making noise and turning it into success, Tom takes us there. Between it all we talk Brisbane, Joel Turner, getting ya passport stamped, TED Talks, Police Academy, recording techniques, fringe festivals, travel, breaking, being inspired by friends, fellow creatives and having a blue tick on social media. Thanks to Tom for his time and contributions. We are live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, comment, share and thank you for tuning in to Beers, Beats & The Biz. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Tue, September 17, 2019
Ep. 35 - Boomtown.. Represent, Represent! Ft The Optimen
Episode 35. Boomtown.. Represent, Represent! featuring The Optimen It’s an honour to be joined by K-West, Samsonite and DJ Damage of The Optimen for the 35th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. From their early incarnations gigging around Brisbane to the formation of The Optimen and on to where they’re all at now across various states and continents, this is a dope episode. We talk the come-up, the clubs, the radio shows, the albums, the music and the era. We talk Boomtown rivalries, a bit of graffiti, logos, Red Tape Renegades, where dudes are at today and almost signing to Obese Records. Between it all we get a history lesson from DJ Damage who joined Lazy Grey in the early 90’s to form Towering Inferno, we here about what was involved in making the Give It Up video and get a brief glimpse into the inner workings of some of Boomtown’s finest. Thanks to The Optimen for their time and contribution. We are live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, comment, share and thank you for tuning in to Beers, Beats & The Biz. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Tue, September 10, 2019
Ep. 34 - Straight Up And Down Featuring Hau Latukefu
Episode 34. Straight Up And Down featuring Hau Latukefu It’s an honour to be joined by the one and only Hau Latukefu for this, the 34th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. We caught Hau between his numerous engagements for Brisbane’s Big Sound festival and proceeded to break down the come-up with someone that has lived the culture. From his early days growing up Tongan in the ACT, to forming Koolism with his childhood friend, DJ Danielsan and on to the national airwaves of Triple J, Hau continues to be about this life. We speak on the responsibility that comes with being at the helm of Australia’s only national platform for hip hop, Triple J’s Hip Hop Show, moving into the media and the importance of Koolism - one of Australia’s greatest duos. Between it all we talk about the influence other prominent local MCs had on him, we talk tours, ARIA’s, religion, albums, robberies, songs, mentoring, family and of course music, which is still the motivation behind all of Hau’s career moves. It’s an honour to be joined by - and to learn from - someone that has made hip hop in Australia their career and we can never than Hau enough for his time and insight. Thanks to you for tuning in. We are live now on Spotify, Soundcloud and Apple Podcasts. Like, rate, comment, subscribe and stay tuned to Beers, Beats & The Biz for more. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Tue, September 03, 2019
Ep. 33 - I Thought It Was Funny feat. Billy Bunks
Episode 33. Because I Thought it was Funny feat. Billy Bunks We are honoured to be joined by the one and only, Billy Bunks for the 33rd instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. A multifaceted human of many and varied talents, we are joined by the most reclusive of goons for a cracker of an episode. >From his early days in Tasmania through to moving over to the mainland, starting a rap career and on to the perpetual grind of study and achieving a degree, Billy breaks it all down. We talk his indigenous heritage, Improwise, the Hired Goons, study, alcoholism, appearing on a game show, rappertag, Dr. Suckbooze, being a Booze Bastard and a whole lot more. Wise, funny, intelligent and always charismatic, Billy remembers what he can and breaks down the handful of memories that still remain, thanks to the man himself for all his time. We are live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, comment, share and thank you for tuning in to Beers, Beats & The Biz. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Tue, August 27, 2019
Ep. 32 - All Hail The Queen featuring DJ Krisy and Madhat
Ep. 32 - All Hail The Queen featuring DJ Krisy and Madhat It’s our first birthday and it’s an honour to be joined by the legendary DJ Krisy and MC Madhat for the 32nd instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. This episode is a journey from hip hop’s earliest days in Australia with two people that were at the forefront of it, from breaking to graffiti and on to radio and live shows. Krisy started breaking around 84, painting graffiti not long after and launched her seminal radio show, Steppin to the AM in 89/90. Her partner Madhat is a B-Boy, writer and was a member of Positive Direction, Acapulco Gold and Towering Inferno - alongside Lazy Grey and DJ Damage. We talk it all from the Street Style Breakers to Krisy partnering with Tiff and painting some of history’s most iconic walls. We talk Madhat’s time at the writers bench, on the streets of Melbourne and his travels as a member of Australian hip hop culture’s earliest crews. We talk about the influence of AKA and DJ C, we talk the Betty Boop wall, panels, Richmond station’s writers bench, Acapulco Gold, Brisbane’s St Valentines Massacre show, travelling, Big Bamboo, connecting with others before the internet and the sheer influence of Krisy and her radio show Steppin to the AM. This episode is packed from front to back and we couldn’t have celebrated our first trip around the sun with two nicer and more iconic individuals. We only exist out here due to the paths paved and battles fought by Krisy and Madhat. Thanks to you for supporting us over the last year and thanks to Krisy and Madhat for all they’ve achieved, and given us. We are live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, comment, share and thank you for tuning in to Beers, Beats & The Biz. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Tue, August 20, 2019
Ep. 31 - The Q&A featuring Jake, Travis and Insideus
Episode 31. The Q&A featuring Jake, Travis and Insideus We thought we’d do something different and answer your questions for this, the 31st instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. Are we going to film each episode? Who have been our favourite guests? Who are we hoping to have on the show? What do we think of the scene? We tell a few stories, talk a bit of shit, get blazed and answer these questions and many others. Thanks to you guys for supporting and interacting with the show. Like, rate, comment, subscribe and tune into Beers, Beats & The Biz on iTunes, Spotify and Soundcloud. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Shouts to: Hahny Industries - https://www.facebook.com/hahnyindustries/ Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Tue, August 13, 2019
Ep. 30 - Imagination’s the Only Element ft. Raph Boogie
Episode 30. Imagination’s the Only Element ft. Raph Boogie It’s an honour to be joined by the busy and always industrious, Raph Boogie for the 30th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. We caught a couple of hours with the man in lead up to him flipping burgers for 24 hours at his Brunswick locale, Beatbox Kitchen - all in the name of charity. Raph Boogie is an inspiration. As an MC in groups Azwan, Faces of Debt and Mnemonic Ascent, label head for Crookneck, published author, photographer and helming one of Australia’s earliest streetwear company’s, Blank. The man is an entrepreneur and has carried hip hop in this country through his various enterprises, from his days working his fathers restaurant after school to running three food trucks and a restaurant of his own. We talk everything from his early groups and getting around Melbourne, to starting Blank with Danny Young and knowing when a business has run its course, and on to photographing some of our favourite producers and having them published. We talk the Big Bamboo and Melbourne city, we talk Crookneck Records and releasing Banned In Queensland, we talk Mnemonic Ascents’ live show and debut Honour to Be, we talk Studios and taking THOSE photos of Dilla at his MPC. We talk everything with a guy who continues to do it all. Thanks to Raph for his time and being involved! We are live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, comment, share and thank you for tuning in to Beers, Beats & The Biz. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Shouts to: Hahny Industries - https://www.facebook.com/hahnyindustries/ Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Tue, August 06, 2019
Ep. 29 - Zanni-phobia featuring Kerser and Jay UF
Episode 29. Zanni-phobia featuring Kerser and Jay UF We are stoked to be joined by Campbelltown’s own, Kerser and Jay UF for the 29th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. In this episode, we go back to their early days and where hip hop and making music begins and then chart Kers and Jay’s journey from battling, recording and on to fortune, fame and success. Honest, humble and often hilarious, Kerser and Jay are never less than candid - from discussing their upbringing in low-income housing to finding huge success (and then being shunned) in the Australian music industry. Between it all we talk everything from dealing with the demands of fans to being ignored by radio and ARIA, we talk management and being ripped off to creating your own success and being ambitious enough to make it happen. We talk rappers, radio, friends, beef, drugs, drinking, live shows, videos, kids, partners, albums, songs and a million other topics in between - this is also the only interview Jay is doing in lead up to his second album! We can never thank Kerser and Jay enough for their time and for making the trip down to The Shire Studios for this crazy episode. A huge shout goes out to our boy @Rivercity for making the connect and the interview happen! We are live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, comment, share and thank you for tuning in to Beers, Beats & The Biz. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Shouts to: 20Large - www.20large.bigcartel.com Hahny Industries - https://www.facebook.com/hahnyindustries/ Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Tue, July 30, 2019
Ep. 28 - Who Is Josh Davis? Featuring Heath Kerr aka Heata HG
Episode 28. Who Is Josh Davis?! Featuring Heath Kerr aka Heata HG We are honoured to be joined by Heata of the Hired Goons for the 28th episode of Beers, Beats & The Biz. After a big night spinning Northern Soul in Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley, we had Heata come down The Shire studios and talk what it is in regards to music, film and being passionate about both. Heata is a collector from birth that has worked in Australian film and TV since the early 90’s, while also developing as a DJ and pulling from an exhaustive knowledge and library of music. From his years spent in rural Victoria watching movies and listening to music, through his time on numerous TV shows and up to his current role as steadicam operator, for the camera department, on the set of Wentworth and the various music videos he’s shot - this episode is amazing. We go off script and talk about everything, from the origins of CD long boxes to what it’s like dealing with actors, from shooting Move on the Pavement to DJing for Trem, from the turntables of various nightspots to the “behind the scenes” of television and film - Heata is candid, open and gives us a rare insight. We are also joined by Ronin of Hippo Rex from Melbourne’s 3PBS for a brief chat and we get the scoop on a project Heata is releasing through Unkut Recordings. We can never thank Heata enough for his time and contributions! We are live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, comment, share and thank you for tuning in to Beers, Beats & The Biz. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Tue, July 23, 2019
Ep. 27 - The Art of Persistence and Consistency Ft Ciecmate
Episode 27. The Art of Persistence and Consistency featuring Ciecmate It was an honour to be joined by Ciecmate of Broken Tooth Entertainment and the Hired Goons for the 27th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. MC, producer, studio engineer, writer, label head and founder - In case you need reminding, Ciecers has achieved more in his career than many can only dream of. We take it back to the stormwater drains of Canberra and on through those late Melbourne nights and studio sessions that would birth so many future classics. From his early days with the Hospice crew and his partnership with Mexi and Newsense, through the founding of Broken Tooth Entertainment and formation of HG, we talk albums, songs, conspiracies, influences and so much more. Between it all we talk Stormwater, Fast Food Giant Killing, Speaking as One, Doctors Orders, Boys Night Out, A Tale of Two Cities, Grand Lodge 3, working with Hunter (along with many others), Known Associates and all his various solo releases. In this episode we gain a rare insight into not just Ciecmate‘s career, but the careers he has aided and impacted as a producer and label head of close to 20 years - working selflessly and tirelessly at maintaining a record label is not easy. We can never thank Ciecers enough for his time and contribution! We are live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, comment, share and thank you for tuning in to Beers, Beats & The Biz. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Sun, July 14, 2019
Ep. 26 - Bedraggled Plankton featuring Tornts
Episode 26. Bedraggled Plankton featuring Tornts We are honoured to be joined by the one and only, Tornts for this, the 26th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. We caught the Melbourne stalwart via Skype from the sunny tropics of Fiji, and proceeded to do the knowledge on one of the countries longest-standing and most prolific and original hip hop artists. From his early days as a member of Improwise alongside Billy Bunks and Gargoyle, and on to the formation of Broken Tooth Entertainment and the Hired Goons - we chart his 9 solo releases and various individual songs. Between it all we speak on the legacy and loss of Murky and Gragoyle, the Booze Bastards, touring and travel, production techniques, early influences, how surroundings impact art and establishing an original voice. We can’t thank Tornts enough for his time and all his contributions - and many thanks also for persevering through a time delay and dodgy Skype setup. We are live now on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: download, rate, subscribe, comment, share and thank you for tuning in to Beers, Beats & The Biz. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Mon, July 08, 2019
Ep. 25 - Leaders of the New School Ft Kharniclassix and Mr. Muscles of Posseshot
Episode 25. Leaders of the New School featuring Kharniclassix and Mr. Muscles of Posseshot It’s an honour to be joined by Kharniclassix and Mr Muscles of Posseshot for the 25th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. Fresh off the Brisbane leg of the Apocalypse Tour, we had Kharni and Muscles join us at The Shire studios for a cracker of an episode. We talk everything from the dark web to the dank web, we talk graffiti, rap, production, video games, communiti-cation and achieving something that means something. Between it all we get into Posseshot’s origins and their approach to music - from PS1 to Xpansion Pack - we talk on some of Kharni’s productions and Muscles’ approach to MCing as well as their collective approach to clothing and street wear. This is a cracker of an episode and we can’t thank Muscles and Kharni enough for their time - catch the boys on The Apocalypse Tour - and download, rate and subscribe to Beers, Beats & The Biz. We are live now on Spotify, Soundcloud and Apple Podcasts. Support the music and the movement. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Mon, July 01, 2019
Ep. 24 - Move the Crowd Featuring DJ Shan Frenzie
Episode 24. Move the Crowd featuring DJ Shan Frenzie We are honoured to be joined by DJ Shan Frenzie for the 24th instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. From DJing and producing to rapping, writing, radio and podcasting, Shan’s contributions to culture in this country far exceed that of your average person. Growing up the son of a prominent rock guitarist, we chart Shan’s early experiences discovering hip hop in Melbourne, moving to Brisbane and then establishing himself in his current home, Sydney, We speak on DJ culture, the importance of “selection”, working in radio over numerous decades, the influence of DJ’s Katch, Blaze and Ransom as well as starting and continuing to host one of Australia’s first podcasts ever. Between it all we talk Acapulco Gold, Aswon, Hype Magazine, producing early demos with Trem and Raise, community radio, support slots and a brief stint DJing for Lazy Grey. We can never thank Shan enough for his time and immense contribution. Find his show, Groove Therapy on Apple Podcasts and be sure to rate and subscribe. Subscribe, rate and tune into Beers, Beats & The Biz on Soundcloud, Spotify and iTunes now. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Sun, June 23, 2019
Ep. 23 - “My Bad...” Featuring Discourse
Episode 23. “My Bad...” featuring Discourse We are stoked to be joined by Crate Cartel’s, Discourse for the 23rd instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz. DJ, producer, designer, videographer, label head, world traveler and coordinator of creativity - we catch up with Discourse to talk all that and more. From his early days discovering hip hop and designing album covers for Nuff Said while still in school, on to the formation of the Crate Cartel, Full Clip and staying at the forefront of design and technology, this episode is packed. We talk everything from his inspirations, passion and creativity, to some of the videos he filmed as a member of Full Clip, and on to his role as a touring DJ for Crate Cartel and coordinating his debut album, Megalomaniac. Between it all we talk understanding computers, drum machines, sampling, producing, travelling, friendships and we even hear about the time he was left in a Harlem project building with 10k worth of cameras and equipment. We thank Discourse for his time and all his contributions. We are live on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: rate, subscribe, comment, share and thank you for tuning in to Beers, Beats & The Biz. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Sun, June 16, 2019
Ep. 22 - Give The Drummer Some Ft Plutonic Lab
Ep. 22 - Give The Drummer Some Ft Plutonic Lab We are honoured to be joined by Plutonic Lab for the 22nd instalment of Beers, Beats and The Biz. From Nuff Said Recordings, through the glory years of Obese Records and on to Golden Era, we chart the rise of Australian hip hop culture’s preeminent musician. We talk early groups The Macronauts and Madlock, we talk working on Rock Da City and Lonewolf, we talk partnering with Pegz, Muph & Plutonic, Triple J and ARIA dominance, we talk touring, drumming and producing for the Hilltop Hoods. In between it all we talk tour schedules, shows, influences, photography, production equipment, programming RAGE, performing in front of 80,000 people and what to do when you find yourself on Erykah Badu’s tour bus. This episode is a classic and we can’t thank Plutonic enough for his time! Subscribe, rate and tune into Beers, Beats & The Biz on Soundcloud, Spotify and iTunes. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Mon, June 10, 2019
Ep. 21 We’re Back: Soul, Sneakers and S950’s With Seany B
Episode 21. We’re Back: Soul, Sneakers and S950’s With Seany B After an extended hiatus we are honoured to be back up in your earholes with the one and only Seany B. This episode is a relaxed and sprawling discussion that takes us from the council flats of Prahran, to the airwaves of Cairns and on to the clubs and studios of Brisbane. Sean’s legacy is cemented in his contributions to rapping, producing, radio, club DJing, and in this episode we cover it all. We talk everything, from the early influence of Ransom, Katch, Idem and Frenzy on to Sean’s contributions to hip hop as an MC and producer for artists like Brad Strut, Lazy Grey and the Resin Dogs. We discuss where we’ve been for the last couple months, travel, albums, tours, labels, sneakers and sneaker shopping, digging, gigging, demoing and everything in between. This episode is packed from front to back and we thank Sean for his time and all his contributions. We are live on iTunes, Soundcloud and Spotify: rate, subscribe and thank you for tuning in to Beers, Beats & The Biz. Support The Podcast - www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Thu, April 04, 2019
Ep. 20 - Making every sound more Def with Jigzaw Geoff aka Blunted Stylus
Episode 20. Making every sound more Def with Jigzaw Geoff aka Blunted Stylus We were stoked to have Jigzaw join us for the 20th episode of Beers, Beats & The Biz. This episode is a journey from the late 70’s up to now with one of the earliest writers, breaker, digger and producer Brisbane birthed. A forefather of culture, Geoff takes us back to painting Brisbane’s first pieces, and on through his lengthy career as a member of the Resin Dogs and on to his friendships with pioneers like Hams and Lazy. In between it all we get a history lesson on the southern suburbs of Brisbane, Triple Zed’s first Hip Hop event and radio show - Just 2 Def, touring, signing with a major label and producing Lazy’s phenomenal Stop N Think. Geoff rattles off years, friends, records, equipment and events while we sit and learn from a master that laid the path for generations to come. This episode is dedicated to the recent passing of DJ Lopsided, and we take a few minutes to honour his memory in our intro. We can never thank Geoff enough for the time he gave us. Like, rate, comment, subscribe and tune into Beers, Beats & The Biz on iTunes, Spotify and Soundcloud. https://www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Wed, March 13, 2019
Ep .19 It’s All About Flow. ft Trem
Episode 19: It’s All About Flow. ft Trem It’s an honour to be joined by Lyrical Commission’s own - and Unkut Recordings head-honcho - Trem for the 19th episode of Beers Beats & The Biz. The following 3hrs is only the first part, and it’s an epic journey out the boondocks of Geelong and on to the Melbourne, Lyrical Commission dominated through the 2000’s. In part 1, we stop just short of his long awaited debut FTTOHNL, instead focusing on Trem’s early career and up through the Lyrical Commission years. We talk his formative years in G-Town and his involvement in introducing hip hop to the area - alongside Raise, through to an early appearance in Hype Mag - which put Geelong graffiti on the map, and the influence of DJ Frenzie and Melbourne pioneers AKA and DMA. This episode is packed and there isn’t a lot we don’t cover from his years running with RFK through his solo career and the formation of Lyrical Commission alongside Brad Strut and The Formulators; Bob Balance and Rob Nat. We talk songs like Lyrical Mongrels, Demolition Derby, Basic Fundamentals and Renown with Prowla. We talk producing Legend: Official for Brad, the impact of the Authentic LP, Rob Nat’s A Night on the Tiles and transitioning from 4 track recording to computers. We talk everything from random rap and what it is to “flow” and on to production and influences, we talk Sheer Talent, Amateurs, The Stage is Set, Murderous Metaphors and a hundred other stories in lead up to For The Term.. Thank you to Trem One for his contributions and the time he gave us, this is one for the history books. Like, rate, comment, subscribe and stay tuned to Beers, Beats & The Biz. https://www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Wed, March 06, 2019
Ep .18 "Rebel Is A Hoe" Featuring Tash One
“Rebel is a hoe..” featuring Tash One It’s the 18th episode of Beers, Beats & The Biz and we are super excited to be joined by the Queen, MC Tash for another monumental episode. It’s important we recognise and realise the impact woman have had on contemporary hip hop culture in Australia, and this week we do exactly that with a true renaissance woman. This episode is epic and Tash is funny, engaging and passionate, in an episode packed with stories from front to back. From her early days discovering hip hop and graffiti through to her various media roles and rap career, Tash is never less than candid. We talk about hosting one of Adelaide’s earliest hip hop radio shows and how it all came to an end. We talk about co-hosting for Recovery’s first season and why that came to an end. We talk about her true passion, graffiti and how it’ll never, ever end. Beyond that we talk being mentored by DJ Krisy, New York City, random rap records, fashion and style, writing for street press, creating a magazine and being the first woman in Australia to drop a debut on vinyl. Tash also speaks on the difficulties she’s faced pursuing a life in hip hop. Tash is among the pioneering woman of Australian music and media, it was an honour for us to sit with her and hear such an amazing story. Like, rate, comment, subscribe and stay tuned to Beers, Beats & The Biz. https://www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Wed, February 27, 2019
Ep. 17 - A True Aussie Icon featuring Reason.
Episode 17. A True Aussie Icon featuring Reason. It’s an honour and a privilege to be joined by Reason for the second instalment of Beers, Beats & The Biz in 2019. We’ve spoken in the past on the famed Formula cassette, but one of Reason’s appearances on the tape sums this episode up, “check ya history books we’re on the first few pages..” Reason is an icon of the culture and it was an honour for us to reacquaint and learn so much more about the man’s career. This episode begins in Singapore where Re currently lives and moves quickly into Melbourne hip hop folklore, from the graff and gangs through to his early career with NME, Intense Quality and the importance of the AKA Brothers, DJ Krisy and Sydney city’s Def Wish Cast. Re’s first solo release, Solid was also the debut album for Obese Records, we talk about the early days at Obese, it’s great success in the years that would follow and the immense legacy it’s given us. We talk individual songs like Melways with Bias B, Now We’re Somewhere with Terrafirma, Fatter Too with Lazy and Pegz, we talk Reography, One Step Ahead and the vast network of artists Re has collaborated with including The Hoods, Briggs, Hunter, Pegs, Tornts and The Hospice. At nearly 3 hours this is our biggest episode yet, the above can barely scratch the surface of this conversation, always articulate, Re speaks on everything with authority and passion. Thank you to Reason. Like, rate, comment, subscribe and stay tuned to Beers, Beats & The Biz. https://www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Tue, February 19, 2019
Ep. 16 - A Table for Two featuring Len One
It’s our first episode back for season 2 and we are honoured to be joined by Len One for episode 16 of Beers, Beats and The Biz. This episode is packed! We begin with the ethos behind Len’s new project - alongside Chubbs and Hams - the imprint; Milesago Music and from there we go everywhere. From Len’s teenage years spent in Melbourne as a member of RFK and his early influences, to his move to Brisbane in the early 90’s and the friendships he forged in the River City. We talk meeting Lazy Grey and forming Blackstump, Boney & Stoney, Brothers Stoney and recording their 2003 classic Stonebroke in Adelaide with Mnemonic Ascent’s BVA. We talk stories and behind the scenes of individual songs like Frontin from On or Off Tap, Toowong from The Authentic LP, Freedom Fighters off the Rock Da City compilation, Lyrical Luncheon and Cut Throats from 2004’s Obesecity. Between it all we talk friends, family, the importance of Rics Cafe, Len’s time spent working for Rockinghorse Records, as well as the egos and dynamic of being in a crew like the 750 Rebels. There is too much in this episode, we even get the origins of Len’s synonymous line, “done like a dinner right..” and it’s near catchphrase status today. Welcome back to Beers, Beats & The Biz for 2019 and we hope you enjoy, A Table for Two featuring Len One. https://www.patreon.com/BeersBeatsTheBiz Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Sun, December 30, 2018
Ep.15. 2018 Recap
Beers Beats & The Biz 2018 Recap. Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Wed, December 12, 2018
Ep.14 - Industry Movements featuring Nerve and Kyle Golly of No One Network
We are excited to have Brisbane’s own, Nerve and Kyle Golly of No One Network join us for the 14th episode of Beers, Beats & The Biz. Nerve and Kyle are two busy dudes, we caught the boys fresh off the back of a performance supporting YG and a recent trip to Sydney for Triple J’s annual grime cypher. Having built an alliance and platform for other hip hop creatives with No1 Network, Nerve and Kyle are set for a huge 2019, but before we got there we talked coming up. It is dope getting insight into the minds of two young visionaries making power moves, from their formative years discovering hip hop, photography and graffiti all the way up to a recent management deal and their plans for the music industry. This is a great episode packed with gems, from their early influences and forming the Syntax Junkies to Nerve’s solo releases and Kyle’s adventures through urban exploration and photography. We are honoured to have Kyle and Nerve stop by the show for episode 14, our second last for 2018. Tune in on Spotify, iTunes and Soundcloud; like, comment, rate and Subscribe. Thanks to Nerve and Kyle Golly for their time and to you for tuning in and giving us yours. Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Tue, December 04, 2018
Ep.13 - It’s all Magnetic featuring Nelson Dialect & Must Volkoff
We are excited to be joined by dynamic duo, Nelson Dialect and Must Volkoff for the 13th episode of Beers, Beats & The Biz. Dialect and Musty joined us just prior to their show in Brisbane, fresh off the plane and straight to the studio, we broke down the careers of two prolific and talented artists. Representing Adelaide and Melbourne respectively, we chart the cross-country connection from their earliest days MCing and producing all the way up to their stunning debut, Magnetism. We kick things off by talking New York City with Nelson - having recently relocated to the worlds capital - and the impact Jazz had on a young Must Volkoff. Between it all we talk about the influence of Simplex and Delta, Pang Productions, working with Prowla, creating and coordinating White Russian, Dialect & Despair, shooting videos and the process behind the duos amazing collaboration, Homeostasis. This episode is jam-packed with jewels, insight and stories, Nelson even breaks down a funny interaction he had with Wu-Tang’s GZA, following his performance on Jimmy Kimmel, in a New York bar. Press play and enjoy the stories behind some of the classics these boys created as individuals and as a duo. Find us on all social media @beersbeatsthebiz. Like, rate, comment, subscribe and thank you for your time! Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Tue, November 27, 2018
Ep.12 - The Captain & The Chief featuring Kings Konekted
We are more than honoured to be joined by the good brothers, K-Double for the twelfth episode of Beers, Beats & The Biz. This episode is a classic, packed with more stories, substance and insight than possibly any interview prior. Culprit the Captain and Dontez the Chief kick things off by breaking down their grind, coming up in the Brisbane scene and defining the sound they have become nationally known for. We get into everything from skateboarding, rhyme patterns and early studio sessions beyond the 4-3 Double and we continue through the rise of one of Australia’s finest duos. We talk all things Unkut, from working on Trem’s For The Term Of His Natural Life, filming Animal Kingdom and The Value of Adaptation, designing and defining logos and sound, all the way up to Corrupted Citizens and beyond. In between it all we talk Prowls, 750 Rebels, Lyrical Commission, Class A Records, Red Tape Renegades, Tornts, tour stories, studio stories, Westline slang and hanging out together on too many occasions. This is an episode for the history books, there isn’t much we don’t speak on, from Trails to the Underlair through The Campaign and up to Corrupted Citizens, we even get a sneaky heads-up on Culprit’s solo project. It doesn’t get much better than this, Kings Konekted are one of the greatest groups in the country and their humility, approach and insight has never been captured quite like this. We can’t thank the boys enough, tell a friend to tell another friend about Kings Konekted and Beers, Beats & The Biz. Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Wed, November 14, 2018
Ep. 11 - His Way featuring Fraksha
Episode 11. His Way featuring Fraksha It was an honour to be joined on the eleventh episode of Beers, Beats & The Biz by one of the UK’s finest exports, Fraksha. After a brief stay in the early 2000’s, Fraksha returned to Australia in 2006 establishing himself in the local hip hop scene, first in Perth before moving to Melbourne. Fraksha breaks down his involvement in music and pirate radio in London, making the move to Oz with Scotty Hinds and pioneering the grime scene in Melbourne, alongside Scotty, Diem and Murky, as the Smash Brothers. Beyond that we talk Nine High, Broken Tooth Entertainment, navigating visa issues, Ralph Lauren, grime MC’s we should listen to and we also talk about the work Fraks and Scotty have been doing providing for the homeless around Melbourne. Later in the episode we take the time to remember Joey Gargs and fellow Smash Brother, Murky Depths, soldiers in the struggle whose legacies will never be forgotten. This is a dope episode and we thank Fraksha for his influence, impact and imprint on the sport of rap. Like, rate, subscribe and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and hit us on beersbeatsthebiz@gmail.com for further information. Proudly sponsored by: www.shirerecords.com.au www.ozhiphopshop.com Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Wed, November 07, 2018
Ep. 10 - The Legacy Continues featuring Sereck of Def Wish Cast
Episode 10. The Legacy and Innovation Continues featuring Unique aka Sereck of Def Wish Cast. In this epic tenth episode of Beers, Beats & The Biz, we are honoured to sit with the Sydney City icon and member of Def Wish Cast, Sereck. An innovative, master of style and technique, Sereck charts his journey through the suburbs of Western Sydney and on to national recognition, trailblazing his own path through Australian Hip Hop culture. From the formation of Def Wish Cast alongside friends Def Wish, Die-C and DJ Vame, Sereck speaks candidly on being a founding member of one of Australia’s most revered groups. We talk Celsius, their debut and the album’s cover art by Dash, we talk making doco’s with Paulie from Pizza and we also get the lowdown on what happens when you get to guest programme Rage. As an established MC and B-Boy, Sereck aka Unique is just as renowned for his graffiti and writing style, we talk walls, trains, crews and maintaining as writer throughout the years. Sereck aka Unique is one of the reasons we pursue this life today, an iconic artist and innovator of culture that is as passionate now as when he begun. Thanks to the man for his time, the lessons taught and his contributions in crafting culture. Like, rate, subscribe and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and hit us on beersbeatsthebiz@gmail.com for further information. Proudly sponsored by: www.shirerecords.com.au www.ozhiphopshop.com Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Wed, October 31, 2018
Ep. 9 - How To Make It in the Big Smoke featuring Skrub
Episode 9. How To Make It in the Big Smoke featuring Skrub We are mad excited to be joined by young gun on the rise, Skrub for the 9th episode of Beers, Beats & The Biz. At 19 years of age, Skrub has seen a lot and experienced even more, having grown up a kid trying to rap in a small rural town in New South Wales. Skrub speaks on the intense bullying and pitfalls of a community that knows too much about one another, and the impact of discovering Redman’s Dare Is A Darkside in an op-shop. Between all that we speak on moving to Brisbane, making music with Nerve and No1 Network, his recent time in Sydney working with 360 and supporting Necro as a 15 year old in Newcastle. This is great episode filled with random stories, Skrub and Jake even trade tales on the character building exercise that is being nearly booed off stage. Tell a friend to tell a friend to tell some other fucker, Skrub is out here making moves. Like, rate, subscribe and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and hit us on beersbeatsthebiz@gmail.com for further information. Proudly sponsored by: www.shirerecords.com.au www.ozhiphopshop.com Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Tue, October 16, 2018
Ep 8: This Hip Hop Life featuring Bias B
We were honoured to have Melbourne City’s own, Bias B join us for the eighth epic episode of Beers, Beats & The Biz. Bias joined us via Skype from his home in Melbourne and proceeded to breakdown and give insight into a career that has spanned decades and created history. From his early days as a writer with WCA and the influence of crews like All City and Da Mad Artists on to cohosting The Formula and the impact and legacy of the show, which produced a cassette of classic freestyles. Bias talks about the early days, the growth and then eventual downturn of Obese Records, as a staff member and artist on the label. We talk Big Bamboo, Beezwax, Boney & Stoney, In Bed, Brisbane, Biggie covers and bundles of other B’s. We talk about friends, having a lung collapse, Ecko Clothing, and touring the country - there’s not a lot we don’t get in to, including Hunter’s legacy and the success and work involved in organising the Robert Hunter Cup. Bias gave us an episode for the history books, this is not only an amazing listen but a documentation of hip hop’s growth in this country. Cheers to Bias B. Share, rate and subscribe and find us on all social media. Proudly Sponsored By: www.shirerecords.com.au www.ozhiphopshop.com Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Wed, October 10, 2018
Ep. 7 - The Life, Crimes and Rhymes of Gaz Hazard
We were stoked to be joined by our man Gaz Hazard for the seventh episode of Beers, Beats & The Biz. Gaz has been involved in hip hop in this country for over a decade, rough around the edges but with a heart of gold, Gaz takes us on a trek through some crazy times and even better rhymes. Gaz maintains old school sensibilities and an assertive approach to not just rap music, but also life. He talks about the criminal he once was vs the man he is today, and how family and being a dad solidified that. From 90’s Sunnybank to a drug house in Logan and on to jail, Gaz has lead a life not many are still around to talk about. But beyond that talk, we talk music. His days with CRS, who’s albums have gained a cult like status in the years since their release, on to his association with HG and all the way through to his current record released on Brisbane’s Karsniogenics, Welcome to Gullywood. Gaz gives his all and even rattles off a few names he thinks are out here poppin, press play and get a dose of reality from a dude who lived it. Like, rate, subscribe and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and hit us on beersbeatsthebiz@gmail.com for further information. Proudly Sponsored By: www.shirerecords.com.au www.ozhiphopshop.com Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Tue, October 02, 2018
Ep. 6 - When The Gods Speak with DJ Katch
This episode is a journey, DJ Katch is a forefather of hip hop culture in this country and there is not much he hasn’t achieved, his energy has been the driving force behind a cultural movement since its incarnation. Beginning in the 1980’s, Katch breaks down the era and how it all begun. From the dawn of breakdancing to the birth of graffiti, Katch has been at the helm of a movement and continues to be active within it. We talk about painting yards and spinning wax, we talk about running a radio show and running a label, we talk about signing acts and signing to a major label, we talk nightclubs, coffee shops and touring festivals. We talk Triple Zed and The B-Boy All Stars, we talk painting Brisbane’s first panel and breaking at Expo ‘88, we talk Phat Tape hip hop show and Rockinghorse Records, we talk forming the Resin Dogs and the origins of Hydrofunk. From winning DMC titles, to his residency at Ric’s Cafe and all the way up to starting a hip hop band and touring the globe, Katch has done it and we can never thank him enough for giving us his time and the story that unfolds. Tune in, share, rate and subscribe. Follow us @beersbeatsthebiz Proudly sponsored by: www.shirerecords.com.au www.ozhiphopshop.com www.vcclothing.com Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Tue, September 25, 2018
Ep. 5 - Rocking Wrecked Reebok’s and Really Rare Ralph with Lil J’s Vintage
Rocking Wrecked Reebok’s and Really Rare Ralph with Lil J’s Vintage The way we dress is an extension of our individual creativity and in this weeks episode we are excited to sit down and talk that talk with Jacquie Cowan of Lil J’s Vintage. Jacquie started Lil J’s in her parents garage 5 years ago. What started as a passion for Polo by Ralph Lauren and vintage clothing has blossomed into her own shop in Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley and a monthly garage sale that attracts thousands of people. Jacquie’s story is immense, from battling cancer in her teens to dressing and building with the No1 Network crew. We talk the pitfalls and highs of building and harnessing an audience in the digital age, Lil J’s are bringing a new creative energy to Brisbane via clothing, music and art. This episode is heavy on the Ralph, street wear and sneaker talk! We’re honoured to build with and learn from Lil J’s, as well as Mick @keepitmovin84, a friend of the show and Jacquie’s who weighs in on the discussion throughout. Fuck with us and Lil J’s Vintage, we are out here and we are moving.. Press play! Proudly sponsored by: www.shirerecords.com.au www.ozhiphopshop.com www.vcclothing.com Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Wed, September 19, 2018
Ep. 4 - Still Snoring: The Evolution of Oath with Ken Oath aka EricBtattoo
The impact Ken Oath had on Hip Hop nationally can never be overstated or underestimated, the man should be given icon status. A larger than life MC that did it all, drank it all and then kept it moving, becoming a sought after and highly regarded tattooist over the last decade. We talk all that shit, from being a member of Writers Anon and recording with Lazy Grey to his scene stealing appearances on The Authentic, Culture of Kings, Banned In Queensland, On or Off Tap and Reography. Beyond all that we talk tattooing, 750’s origins and Oath’s role within the crew, we get Oath’s thoughts on Have a Beer (which he co-wrote and coproduced) and even share a hilarious story about keeping DJ Debris from the Hilltop Hoods awake way back in the day. Ken Kong did it harder and better than most and lived to share his story with us, this is a great episode: Call him Mister Ken Oath! Proudly sponsored by: www.shirerecords.com.au www.ozhiphopshop.com www.kandycrooks.com www.vcclothing.com Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Tue, September 11, 2018
Ep. 3 - Crushin' The City w/ Reals, Big Odz And Dizne
We don’t get the perspective of writers too often, particularly writers that have been active in that life for close to three decades, so we sat down with Reals, Big Odz and Dizne to get some insight and perspective from a few Crush City’s own. Beyond Crush City, these individuals have transcended graffiti by impacting hip hop culture as a whole. Reals is a member of the Ironlak writer team and also one quarter of former hip hop crew, Writers Anon. Big Odz (Odie) is co-owner of Crush City and possibly the most referenced graffiti artist in Australian hip hop history. While B-Line killer Dizne has elevated letter styles and creativity into a focus on design and more commercial art.. All while still buying rap records and painting track-sides. Beyond that we talk classic whole cars, classic music and classic delinquency. We talk Reals painting for Golden Era and gracing magazine covers, we talk Odie’s short lived rap career - that saw him record demos with some of Australia’s finest. We talk with Diz about reaching the top of a train and get some insight from all the three on what it is to sell spray paint in an era of safe and sanitised “street art”. There’s a lot in this episode so we hope you enjoy it. Press play and soak up some knowledge from a few of the country’s finest. Proudly sponsored by: www.shirerecords.com.au www.ozhiphopshop.com www.kandycrooks.com www.vcclothing.com www.shakedownstudio.com.au www.pondscumclothing.com.au Sole Lyf - www.facebook.com/SOLE-LYF-213670752727991/ Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Tue, September 04, 2018
Ep. 2 - Hell Hath No Fury Like Helen Earth
Helen Earth is a young mum on the rise in hip hop in Australia. A Perth native who now calls Brisbane home, Helen seethes lyrics with conviction and an intent like we’ve never heard. She stopped by to chat about her come-up over the past couple years, releasing music in the digital age and her contempt towards the concept of “chick rap”. Amongst all that we talk beats, travel, Roxanne Shante and dick pics.. Press play and get to know Helen Earth, an articulate and intelligent MC you need to hear. Proudly sponsored by: www.shirerecords.com.au www.ozhiphopshop.com www.kandycrooks.com www.vcclothing.com www.shakedownstudio.com.au www.pondscumclothing.com.au Sole Lyf - www.facebook.com/SOLE-LYF-213670752727991/ Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
Mon, August 27, 2018
Ep. 1 - Falling Off Trams With Bigfoot
If you have never heard Bigfoot you need to do something about that immediately. The man has been active since the 90’s, systematically decimating mic’s and stages across the land. We sat down with the “sick ranga” and got deep into the music, discussing everything from his Formula Tape appearance and love of Michael Jackson to his set stealing guest spots on classic tracks like Move on the Pavement. Biggie has a massive history in the game and his production skills are widely overlooked, he talks all that and then some. Press Play. Proudly sponsored by: www.shirerecords.com.au www.ozhiphopshop.com www.kandycrooks.com www.vcclothing.com www.shakedownstudio.com.au www.pondscumclothing.com.au Sole Lyf - www.facebook.com/SOLE-LYF-213670752727991/ Brought To You By The Beers Beats & The Biz Team Jake Biz Travis Broi Insideus
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