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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A Home For Waffle Lovers From All Walks Of Life
“It’s not just about the shoes. It’s about leaving a footprint” Written by Sara Kong This year, Kiddhir Baharuddin, also known as Kide, headlines Vans Custom Culture with his original style of painting and striking choice of colours, bringing a taste of Malaysia to the whole of Asia, one artwork at a time. House of… 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 »
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 »
RECAP: Stussy KL X RTB Present Homeboy Sandman
Earlier on 6th August, Stussy Kuala Lumpur worked together with Raising The Bar to showcase Homeboy Sandman, an American rapper and musician hailing from East Elmhurst, Queens, New York, United States. He was signed to Stones Throw Records and released his debut EP, Subject: Matter in 2011. The event saw Homeboy Sandman experiencing his first ever live performance in Malaysia, supported by… Read more »
The Very Late 2015 Malaysian Rap Up By Jin Hackman
If you think he’s forgetting all about the “Wrap Up” session, well think again! Jin Hackman (Mr. Malaysian Rap Up) is back again with another Rap Up song for 2015. Everyone’s been dying to know what his new rap up is gonna be like during the past new year eve, well there’s a reason why you guys… Read more »
RTB Presents Raising The Bar Picnic
RTB presents Raising The Bar Picnic which will be happening on the 24th of May at the rooftop of Avenue K! The event will be a fun-filled afternoon picnic accompanied by our dope local acts of all genres such as Aman Ra, Najwa, The Bassment Syndicate, Bil Musa and so much more. Other attractions for… Read more »
Raising The Bar: Kayda & Hunny Madu – Go Hard Or Gostan Mixtape Launch
This coming Sunday will be the launching of Kayda & Hunny Madu’s collaborative mixtape called “Go Hard or Gostan”. You have probably heard her voice on radio, and definitely seen her face on TV, but have you seen her rap? Come on down to Publika this coming Sunday at 8.00pm to watch Hunny Madu team… Read more »
Stussy KL presents a Raising The Bar Showcase : Heems, NY
Stussy Kuala Lumpur will be working together with Raising The Bar to showcase Heems, an underground rapper hailing from Queens, New York. Heems, who’s real name is Himanshu Suri is best known for being part of the alternative hip hop group called Das Racist. The Punjabi-Indian rapper was featured in Complex Mag as one of… Read more »
Raising The Bar Turns 3
Raising The Bar has been one of the forefront runners in bringing up the Malaysian Hip Hop scene, and even after 3 years, we don’t foresee them slowing down one bit. They will be celebrating their 3rd birthday this coming Sunday and they will be doing it together with The Swagger Salon, a brand that… Read more »