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In 2014 Spin Doctor’s Hip-Hop Pub Quiz became a regular fixture in many Hip Hop head diary. Packing them in every couple of months the original and the best Hip Hop quiz in town about your favourite MC’s, DJs, producers, albums & more will follows the tried and tested format. As the title suggests it’s…
Following the incredible launch night Champion Selektah Returns Live & Direct on Friday 13th November to The Lockside in the heart of Camden North London. “Champion Selektah” is a night of Hip Hop & Dancehall Reggae Party Vibes. Resident DJ’s: DJ MK (Kiss FM/ Dizzee Rascal) DJ Diablo Worries Outernational Hosted by: Bushkin ( Bush…
The legendary UK Beatbox Championships unveils over 15 unprecedented live performers and hosts for it’s 10th anniversary celebrations and it’s biggest event to date, a high energy 2-part spectacular supported by Relentless Energy Drink at London’s iconic Clapham Grand on Saturday 7th November. This one off special show will feature some of today’s best-loved heavyweight…
urbanvault.co.uk have hooked up with our friends at Concrete PR to give give one lucky reader/fan the chance to win guest list entry for two to the The Bass Music Awards in Association with PlayStation Music & Skiddle and All Night After Party at the Ministry Of Sound, London on the 12th of November 2015.…
This massive event will take place at the world famous Ministry of Sound venue in London voted ‘the worlds best sound system’ 4 year’s in a row. We will be showcasing all the sounds, styles and flavours that we know and love across 4 rooms, 2 floors, VIP bars and large outdoor heated courtyard. With…
In response to the current refugee crisis and the number of displaced Syrians fleeing for their lives across the world, #GrimeAid are proud to host a one off live music event at THE NEST on October 19th to show support for the cause. The night, hosted by Beats1 and PlayIt Show’s Julie Adenuga, comprises a…
In the last 14 months Hip Hop vs R&B has become one of the most popular nights out in London. With incredible resident DJs and special guests going back to back every month in this clash of genres the vibe is live every month and after last year’s sold out NYE party we are back…
Dreadzone have announced an extensive 20-date UK tour throughout October, November and December 2015, in support of the recent re-release of their classic 2001 album, ‘Sound‘. Undoubtedly one of the UKs greatest live acts, Dreadzone will be performing tracks from Sound alongside an of array of hits and live favourites from throughout their 22-year history.…
Back with another Bam Bam. Oct 16th. Irish Moss Records & Rompa’s Reggae Shack hit the wicked Concrete Space venue for another party style mash up. Full line up and Special guest will be announced shortly. ***Classic Hip Hop, Dancehall, RubaDub, Roots Rock Reggae, Jungle*** Free before 10pm / £5 Glist & names on wall…
London’s No.1 party starters The Doctor’s Orders throw another of their legendary NYE parties with an incredible line up packing both rooms of this great venue in the heart of Shoreditch. With tickets starting at just £15 you can’t go wrong! Headlining are favourites of The Doctor’s Orders and our dedicated crowd the dynamic duo…
Saturday 3rd October BEATS & BARS Edinburgh, Hosted by Conscious Route! Live Acts: Physiks Madhat Mcgore Trademark Blud Monosapiens & Conscious Route One Oz Andrew Mckenzie Werd & Deeko Deadsoundz Ciaran Mac Milla Tickle DJ’s: Tricksta Steg G Open Mic 7PM – 7.45PM Saturday 3rd October 2015 6.00PM – 03.00AM TICKETS: £5.00 Henry’s Cellar Bar,…
After the success of the Abdominal & The Oblique’s UK tour earlier in the year, it was clear as day that fans traveled across the country to witness Abdominal’s unique sound and delivery. A huge highlight from each show was when the band performed a string of DJ Format and Abdominal tracks to rapturous applause.…
Time to tap the dust off your dancing shoes and get ready to be involved in some of the funkiest grooves London has to offer as the London Funk & Soul Club comes to the legendary Electric Ballroom. The mighty Jazz / Soul group The Herbaliser are back in exclusive for the London Funk and…
Prepare your eyes and ears for a night of hair-raising audio and spine-chilling visuals with top turntablist, VJ, and fright-master DJ Yoda. The performance space Rich Mix will be given full Halloween decoration and we’ve got a spooky late licence to take you raving into and way past the witching hour. You better watch your…
Executively produced and heavily scored by iconic MC/producer Jehst, Stig Of The Dump’s latest album ‘Kubrick‘ is a story rife with gritty comedy and honest tragedy. What begins as a braggadocio-laden rap album effortlessly plot twists into an open and poetic autobiography; a story arc reflected in the continually developing soundtrack. The script bursts with…
Few groups have made such an impact off the back of just two albums as Digable Planets did from their classic debut ‘Rechin’ and follow up ‘Blowout Comb’. Both helped define the jazz drenched sound of NYC Hip Hop of the mid 90’s. With both albums receiving huge critical acclaim for their smooth laid back…
Over the weekend of August 29th 2015, Tropical Storm Erika devastated the Caribbean island of Dominica. Over 40 people are known to have died and over 80% of the island lost essential supplies such as electricity and water, and many of the remote villages suffered damage that the Government have said has set the country…
After 3 years of Joining forces in Ibiza, AWOL & Jungle Mania come together for the 2nd time on home soil in the capitals most prestigious 3000+ capacity Super Club. Formerly known as Matter and Proud2, this is London’s ultimate music venue and following an extensive refurbishment, has opened it’s doors once again as the…
Subconscious Sounds LTD Presents ‘the Future Of UK Hip Hop’ with Ocean Wisdom plus support from a plethora of the UK’s finest UK Hip Hop Artists and DJ’s. OCEAN WISDOM (High Focus Records) With support from: TWISTED PENNYS (Leicester) TRADEMARK BLUD (Telford) GARTON (Nottingham) PLAIN AND SIMPLE (Birmingham) GHOST TOWN ENT (Coventry) HERETIC (Birmingham) SOLOMAN…
Soundcrash and Playground join forces to bring back pioneering Drum and Bass producer Roni Size and the incredible full Live Reprazent band for a takeover of London’s legendary Roundhouse music venue. Mercury Award winning Roni Size & Reprazent carved a mainstream niche for drum and bass like no other before it and if previous sold…
Join us in the company of Hip Hop roayalty; Stretch Armstrong & Bobbito Garcia as they DJ in London together for the first time to celbrate the London Premier of their new documentary. You may not know it already but if you listen to Hip Hop, especially on the radio, then your life has been…
The last time Bar:Rage & Last Man Standing joined forces was to celebrate RUFFSTUFF & FUNSTA’S birthdays down at Club No.65. The feedback from this legendary party was so great we knew this was a link-up that needed to happen again… This time round we’re proud to present to you the DRUMATICS 13TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION…
The Doctor’s Orders celebrate their 10th Birthday this year and to mark a decade of bringing many of the best live shows and parties to London they have hand picked the most incredible line up of Hip Hop DJ talent to appear at one party ever! Ask any Hip Hop DJ who their No.1 DJ…
The Rompa’s Reggae Shack Rub-A-Dub club sponsored by RED STRIPE is back for another series of VINYL ONLY events with an OPEN DECK policy. Join us at our new location; SHAPES in Hackney Wick for the first in our FREE ENTRY events for the summer of 2015. To apply for Glist simply fill in the…
An Epic Nominee List Has Been Announced For First Ever Rated Awards… JME Leads The Way With Nominations In Four Categories, Whilst ‘freak Of The Week’ Rappers Krept & Konan Are Close Behind With Three Nods. KA and GRM Daily proudly present the Rated Awards, a brand new music award ceremony to celebrate and recognise the…
The golden era of 90’s Hip Hop was bursting with influential groups, few more so than the two legendary outfits Lords of The Underground and Das EFX that perform together for the first time ever in the UK. Both acts are famed for their funk driven bangers that helped define the sound of East Coast…
The Rompa’s Reggae Shack Rub-A-Dub club sponsored by RED STRIPE is back for another series of ‘VINYL ONLY’ events with an OPEN DECK policy. Join RRS at their new location; TURNTABLES in Hackney Wick for the first in their FREE ENTRY events for the summer of 2015. To apply for G- list simply fill in…
Big Daddy Kane is a Hip Hop legend in every sense of the word. Starting his career in the mid-eighties as part of the Juice Crew (with Marley Marl, Biz Markie, Kool G Rap, MC Shan, Roxanne Shante, Masta Ace, Craig G, Tragedy and more), he has cemented himself as one of the most important…
As part of The Doctor’s Orders ongoing 10th Anniversary celebrations this year they have invited an old friend to join them for this very special night. One of the singularly most influential people in the history of British soul and dance music Jazzie B is the proud owner of an OBE, an Ivor Novello Award…
KA and GRM Daily proudly present the Rated Awards, a brand new music award ceremony to celebrate and recognize the best of British urban talent. The idea is simple, to create a new annual music awards, voted for by the fans, to give recognition to one of the UK’s most vibrant music scenes, one that…
The ‘Godfather of Jungle’ – LTJ Bukem headlines a night of mind-altering Drum and Bass at the one of a kind – Village Underground, 21st August 2015. Featuring support from Om Unit, two of the most respected and hard working members of the bass music community come together to catapult you through the sonic scapes…
For this Carnival spectacular The Doctor’s Orders have brought two of their hugely popular monthly parties together under one roof, With an incredible line up spinning across both floors of this great Shoreditch venue you will want to find your spot on the dance-floor and settle in for a heavy session. On the ground floor…
Warp Records longest serving artist, who has been the soundtrack to a generation of smokers and groovers alike, Nightmares on Wax, brings his hypnotising full live show to the Union Chapel, for an exclusive performance at an incredible venue. A one off show. With seminal albums Smokers Delight, Carboot Soul, and Mind Elevation staples of…
Potentially the most important night to emerge out of London over the past 5 years, this is SYSTEM a night dedicated to Foundation sounds. Since it’s inception 3 years ago legendary London club night SYSTEM has sold out every single show – without any line ups or promotion… Founder V.I.V.E.K. built his own soundsystem in…
As founding members of the Native Tongues collective (alongside A Tribe Called Quest, De La Soul and more), The Jungle Brothers are with no doubt one of the most influential Hip-Hop groups of all time. Celebrating over 25 years in the game they have a catalogue of classics that set the blueprint for much of…
For one night only, Strange U take over Passing Clouds in Dalston alongside Lee Scott and ably assisted by Jazz T. Strange U are a side-project of rapper Kashmere and producer Doctor Zygote. Strange U transcend barriers, hair doo’s and passport photo’s. The mysterious duo’s mutant brew of beats, rhymes and the afterlife acts as…
urbanvault.co.uk have hooked up with our friends at One Love Festival to give one lucky reader/fan the chance to win a pair of weekend camping tickets to The One Love Festival 2015 @ Croft Farm Waterpark, Bredons Hardwick, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire (4th–6th Sept). One Love Festival are proud to announce their 8th Annual festival with a great line up…
The Doctor’s Orders celebrate their 10th Birthday this year and to mark a decade of bringing many of the best live shows and parties to London they have brought together their most incredible live line up to date with US legends and home grown talent all performing live. DJ Premier is known worldwide as the…
KRS-One‘s career began with DJ Scott La Rock as one half of Boogie Down Productions in 1985 with the release of ‘Criminal Minded’ – a true Hip Hop classic. They took the funky sound and party lyrics of old school Hip Hop and created a rawer rougher political sound, producing some of Hip Hop’s most…
The Doctor’s Orders celebrate their 10th Birthday this year and with such a long time in the game they are as well placed as anyone to celebrate the ‘History of Hip-Hop’. The parties run in chronological order and are always extremely popular and there is no reason this session in The Book Club’s brilliant basement…