Representation has always been a bit on the underside when it comes to this area across the pond from our Western neighbours, and it has always been about the Caucasian or African American women that get the spotlight most of the time in popular rap songs that hit out Spotify playlists. But Airliftz doesn’t think… Read more »
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ALBUM REVIEW: MassMusic, Vol 1.
5.5/10 Written by Zaaim Hariz It isn’t really contemporary but in this generation, a mixture of different genres in one album feels essential and MassMusic is here to take their turn. Weeks before their big break at this year’s Good Vibes Festival, the four piece R&B ensemble released their second LP titled “Mass Music, Vol.… Read more »
Your Complete Guide To House Of Vans 2018
“It’s a place where imagination lets loose over concrete bowls, art installations, workshops and concert stages, inspiring every person who runs, rolls, or stomps through its door.” Jalan Hang Kasturi is the destination for this year’s iteration of House Of Vans, and this year, Vans is bringing out the big guns. Custom Culture Workshop Date and… Read more »
Kidd Santhe Along With Airliftz and Lil J Release Their Version of The FIFA World Cup Song
And It’s Better Than The Official One The Malaysian rap scene has been on a trailblazing path these past months, from the likes of 16 Baris allegedly overcrowding The Bee at Publika showcasing the best of local rappers, and Raising The Bar successfully putting new talents out there, with some even managing to get called up… Read more »
THE BORAK-BORAK SESSIONS: JIN HACKMAN of RAISING THE BAR
For the latest instalment of “The Borak-Borak Sessions”, we have a sit-down with the head honcho of Raising The Bar (RTB), an organisation that is responsible for organising some of the best hip-hop events in Malaysia. A man who is truly passionate about hip-hop, the scene, and also in bringing up young talent, Jin Hackman… Read more »
Raising The Bar Turning 6 Anniversary Party
Christmas is just around the corner and what is the best time to spend your holiday season without having hanging around at home or bored yourself to death ? Don’t worry we got you covered, if you’re a social kinda person (festivalgoers) well why not get yourself into Raising The Bar (RTB) 6th Anniversary party… Read more »
Celebrate “Merdaka Day” with KLG Sqwad!
Anyone in town on August 31st and have not made any plans for Independence Day yet? Well guess what : Raising The Bar is bringing together the formative multilingual hip hop outfit from of Klang, KLG Sqwad for a special one-night-only performance at Playspace, Perdana Damansara, in conjunction with the group’s tenth year anniversary. This time around, they’re taking a… Read more »
Stüssy KL Party feat. Homeboy Sandman
Stüssy Kuala Lumpur and Raising The Bar is bringing the swag by flying over New York hip-hop enthusiast Homeboy Sandman to Malaysia for a live performance! He will begin his solo tour in conjunction with the release of his latest album “Kindness For Weakness” at Kuala Lumpur on 6th August 2016 from 9pm – 11pm at Playspace Damansara Perdana. The… Read more »
RECAP : Raising The Bar Fest 2016
As you guys know, Raising the Bar began as a monthly, live hip hop series that aimed to cultivate and support the hip hop industry in Malaysia. In 2013, Hackman and team initiated its very first RTB Fest, a-full-fledged, annual hip hop festival reuniting artists like the Teh Tarik Crew for a one day only… Read more »
RECAP : Raising The Bar Picnic
Raising The Bar Picnic was held on 24th May 2015 at Avenue K rooftop. The door was opened at 3pm, it is filled with dope music, food and people as well as the gorgeous view overseeing the Petronas Twin Towers.Performers that attended were included Tactmatic, Darren Ashley, Bil Musa, Tatsuro, Arabryd, Naufal, Vmprmyth, The Bassment… Read more »