Show Review: Underground Sets at Rising Sun (April 16th)

The potential for this Gig was there and I thank all in attendance but unfortunately... nothing went according to plan. I'm not going to paint a false image, it's all real out here. The West AK Borough Kings, MC Silva with Iron Will and Schematik got to do there thing including a last minute addition from PHD. I would like to thank Che-Fu for opening and closing the show, it was good to have the pioneer on deck! Due to technical difficulties out of direct control forced the schedule to linger well into the early hours of the morning, which in turn had a big effect on the show overall but we got there eventually, despite that... it was the best it could have been, given the time we had to promote.

Promotional Single: Represent! (Produced by Kase Beats)

This is a promotional Demo for the lyrically driven with production credits going to Kase Beats from L.C.A. (Lunch Cutters Anonymous) We decided to knock this joint in order to keep busy, for the sake of it basically but I must warn you... it's dedicated to the true-blue Hip-Hop head. There's nothing pretty about this one... it's all about vocab, wit and lyrical formation! It's what we like to call "a head snappah".

Represent by The 5th Chyld

Show Review: What We Do at Khuja Lounge (18th March)

First of all... big props to Respective Circ for the invitation to perform, much appreciated boys! The gig went well, thanks to everyone who came out and supported the cause. It was good to give the Schematik Set a run, it went off and there were no technical problems regarding the performance. Respective Circ did their thing with additional apperances from The Rocks and 86', in whom it was a pleasure meeting for the first time. A big thanks to Ben Anderson for looking after us, we're probably going to become regulars in that joint and the team at Schematik Entertainment are humbled and thankful for May bookings, as it's NZ Music Month. If you missed the show, we'll see you next time and don't forget... keep supporting independent music worldwide!

Talib Kweli and Jean Grae LIVE in Auckland

Yes! Finally... I've been a fan of Talib Kweli and Jean Grae for over 10 years and it was good to see them LIVE in the flesh at The Powersation in Auckland City, NZ on the 8th of April 2010.
From my perspective... the show was everything I had imagined. Jean Grae opened with a good selection of her catalogue, both old and new tracks with Mela Machinko as her backing vocal. The energy and persistance on stage was enormous! A real treat for seasoned Hip-Hop fans in the know.
Talib Kweli came out to "Say Something", that was the perfect way to start the Set in my opinion and went on to smashing the crowd with certified classics such as "Get By" produced by Kanye West, "The Blast" produced by Hi-Tek and "Never Been In Love" produced by Just Blaze to name a few. When he broke out "Over The Counter", a joint from the album "Liberation"... I just about pissed my self in exitement lolz! That's most definitely a personal favorite! The turn out surprised me to say the least, I didn't realize exactly how many people knew who he was down here... it's not like you hear him everyday on the radio, it's good to see how many people have been following the man throughout the years.
It was a real experience for me, the best performance i've had the pleasure to see since GangStarr 7 years ago... looking forward to seeing them again if they ever come back.

Exclusive Preview: "Think About It" from CRASH KAWSE!

This is the 1st preview into the up & coming CRASH KAWSE LP due for release later this year. The track’s produced by One5 on behalf of Schematik Entertainment with an outro cut provided by DJ Furious. The idea for the song comes from the lack of thought applied in today’s art of rhyme, in which we are the role models responsible for re-shaping the REAL Hip-Hop mentality. It’s important to think about anything and everything before practicable steps are taken, that’s where the inspiration for this song came from.
Bang ya head immediately!

03 Think About it by The Chyld 5th

Crash Kawse coming soon!

I'm glad to say after 13 years of participating in music from one degree to another, the debut album entitled CRASH KAWSE will be hitting the shelf sometime this year.
The concept for the LP is centered around lessons, life experience and Hip-Hop culture, which I can say has been a influence on my character whilst growing up in general. This project is 16 tracks deep with a bold and realistic outlook on many issues including socio/political views, true spirituality... not religion and Hip-Hop culture in its entirety. Featured artists/producers range from Che-Fu and MC Silva to One5 and Imp-Data (Brooklyn, NYC) resulting in a well rounded musical piece for all Hip-Hop/Rap fans alike. It was due for release early this year but due to schedules, time and thee almighty dollar... the album has been pushed back in order to get things correct, I think most recording artist in New Zealand would understand that.
I'm going to start leaking tracks in order to get feedback, both positive and negative are most welcome... I believe any opinion helps progress in one way or another.
So... stay connected, i'll be throwing joints up randomly, we hope you dig the sound and enjoy the fruits of our labour. Hold tight!