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Get ready for an unprecedented musical storm – CN FORCE is set to rock Sydney! On August 18th, three leading Chinese rappers in the Trap, Memphis, and Rage styles – Lianma Swimming, AP Mozart, and UPNEVERDOWN – will bring the dynamic power of Chinese hip-hop to the southern hemisphere. Teaming up with Sydney’s renowned bar Embassy and the Australian Chinese hip-hop community hub OH!, they are set to ignite Liberty Hall. We’ve also invited Sydney’s top hip-hop DJ, Lil Boy, to lead the entire performance, with DJ David delivering an electrifying pre-show. If you’re not familiar with them yet, don’t worry – read the introductions below or join us at CN FORCE to experience authentic Chinese hip-hop.

Lianma Swimming is currently the top figure in Chinese Trap, known for his distinctive tone and genius-level creativity, firmly establishing his place in Chinese hip-hop. If you follow Chinese Trap music, you’ve surely been captivated by his hit “Self-Reliance Lane” with its catchy line “Expelled from elementary school, how fresh.” His other works, such as “high life,” cut through pretense and hit straight to the heart.

AP Mozart has quickly risen in the hip-hop scene with his sharp, authentic lyrics and fierce performance style, often hailed by Memphis fans as the leading figure in Chinese Memphis right now. His hits “Big Smoke” and “APE” perfectly capture the Memphis style, unmatched in their intensity and energy, leaving audiences electrified with every performance.

UPNEVERDOWN, with hits like “CN RAGE” and “NCS,” is the phenomenal new star in Chinese Rage music. Every recorded performance has an atmosphere so explosive it leaps off the screen. His unique wild style, high-quality production, and distinct watermark make every listener feel the impact of Rage music. Both his music and live performances showcase his exceptional talent and limitless potential in the Rage music field.

DJ Lil Boy, co-founder of OH!, Sydney’s largest Chinese hip-hop community, keeps his style cutting-edge while constantly surprising the audience. His mixing skills are unparalleled, seamlessly blending various hip-hop styles to bring the coolest auditory experience to the crowd.

DJ David, also a co-founder of OH! and a prominent DJ in Sydney’s hip-hop party scene, is known for his excellent DJ skills and sharp musical sense, earning him many fans. His performances are always vibrant and creative, quickly igniting the atmosphere. David’s musical style is diverse, ranging from classic hip-hop to the latest trends, offering everything you could want.

Don’t hesitate any longer – this is an electrifying show you won’t want to miss. CN FORCE is not just a musical celebration but a feast for the senses. Whether you’re a dedicated hip-hop follower or a music lover seeking new experiences, this concert will provide you with an unparalleled Chinese rap experience. Join us to witness this explosive hip-hop extravaganza and feel the powerful impact of Chinese hip-hop! Get your tickets now and secure this night of revelry!

On Saturday, August 3rd we’re taking over Eora’s Liberty Hall to celebrate another lap around the sun. Every Bday, we focus on lineups that are Gallery through and through, a snapshot of our roster from the past, present and future. An extra special party means we’ll be bumping in additional production to make it shine.

Please meet our stellar cast of artists for the Eora leg: Human Movement, Oots, Claire O’Brien, Tom Bruce + Cleo, Jai Piccone, & Mincy.

Power couple Tom Bruce + Cleo will kickstart things with their spritely blend of soulful and housey rollers. Seasoned professionals at creating superb vibes for parties to thrive, these two will have us off on the right foot.

Next comes Northern Rivers-based songwriter/producer Jai Piccone. After releasing 2 EPs with him over the last 12 months we thought it fitting he flexed some of the faster rhythms on his USBs. Don’t let his originals fool you, there’s an untapped palette of dance in Jai’s arsenal.

Up third is Naarm selector Claire O’Brien, a lady no stranger to curating gorgeous mixes. A label owner herself (Ode) and a long-time resident of Nomad Radio, Claire knows what it takes to get a dancefloor properly pumping. Over the trip, Claire has supported the likes of Mall Grab, Tommy Holohan, X-Coast, Lauren Hansom and more and we can’t wait to have her spin with us.

From here we head into UKG and hard house courtesy of Human Movement. With the drop of his Subtle EP imminent and fresh off a tour of New Zealand, he’ll be serving up prime club cuts across a heated 90 minutes. Witness the resurgence of one of Australia’s longest-standing club projects IRL.

As we dip into the later hours, Oots takes the reins. A burgeoning star of Naarm’s techno and hard groove scene, Oots has had his tracks played by Skin On Skin, VTSS, Mall Grab, Sam Alfred and DJ Heartstring. Keep an eye out for his Lost Boy EP rolling out over the next few months.

While bringing us home is Extra Spicy label owner and Harbour City favourite Mincy. With an eclectic taste for quicker-paced genres such as speed garage, techno and rave, she’ll carry you into a new day – all gas, no brakes.

Like we always say, come early and dance til late.

Big love,

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The much awaited Sagar Wali Qawwali Tour comes to Sydney on Thursday 26th September 2024. Sagar Wali Qawwali is the one artist that knows how to entertain his fans with a fusion of classical Qawwalis and modern music. This is not to be missed.

Hot Potato Band’s larger-than-life brass collective is a breath of fresh air with a focus on setting the bar for energetic and interactive musical performances. They continue to explore the sonic possibilities of acoustic instrumentation as they schedule the release of their third studio album this December. Finding home in Sydney, Australia, the collective have spent the last 10 years independently curating and touring shows across Australia, New Zealand, Europe and the Middle East.

HPB is un-bound by genres, stages and audiences. They have reinvented the traditional brass band as a modern day dance machine and visual spectacle to complement their strong sense of pride for their fun-loving, organic, and quirky musical nature.

Be sure to find Hot Potato Band’s new song and album releases on your preferred streaming platform before attending the show: www.hotpotatoband.com/stream

Black Market goes interstate 💀

We’re bringing along Miss Bashful + DBBD, Indecorum + more.

Get your tickets…

Full Programme:
Miss Bashful (DE)
DBBD (DE)
Indecorum (PL)
Emma Moon
Regalo
Rhinestone Cowgirl

Are you…Ready For It Swifties?

Because we are back with another round of Eras Parties! Era by era, your DJ will play the best songs from every single Taylor Swift album, all night long!

By the end of the night we will have visited every single era and partied to Taylor Swift for 5 HOURS STRAIGHT!!!

Tickets are going to move fast – get yours now!

Sydney’s number one weekly underground techno party bring a stacked line-up to Liberty Hall this August. Featuring Leenanees, TODV, Zuko, Per Pleas, and Franky B.

This one will sell-out fast so don’t miss out.

Tourist, the moniker of UK songwriter and producer William Phillips, has dedicated the past decade to exploring the nuances of beats and melodies in electronic music. Raised in London, his early exposure to rave music and iconic artists like Daft Punk and The Chemical Brothers shaped his musical evolution.

As Tourist, he boasts four albums, a diverse portfolio of remixes, and a Grammy Award for co-writing Sam Smith’s ‘Stay With Me.’ The profound experiences of the COVID-19 pandemic, coupled with the loss of a close friend and the arrival of fatherhood, inspired Tourist’s 2022 album ‘Inside Out.’ This tender work, marked by swinging garage grooves and French filter house melodies, captures the interplay of grief and joy. Recognizing that his audience values his music as a cohesive journey, Tourist will be releasing his fifth album in 2024.

Departing from explicit autobiography, the album explores a mood-based, instinctive style influenced by shoegaze, psychedelic music, and the collagist nostalgia of The Avalanches. Tourist’s shift away from dancefloor-centric tracks to “wordless songs” designed for closer listening. The immersive experience, blending folk vocals, synth lines, and nostalgic melodic house ambience, creates a captivating yet disorienting sonic landscape. Tourist envisions this latest chapter as a place listeners revisit frequently, discovering new nuances with each return, reflecting his unyielding pursuit of the perfect song.