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Duco

"Literally as underground as you can get", Duco is no frills, no hype, straight up. His collabs with international DJs and beatmakers brings a fresh vibe to Adelaide's mixing bowl, proving you don't need to overproduce something to sound good.

Koolta

Winner of the 2011 Hilltop Hoods initiative and 2012 Unearthed Parklife comp, Koolta's unique flow and innovative sound is punctuated by his witty words and ability to make you bounce and laugh. After a rebrand to the name Daydream Fever, his amalgamation of a huge range of musical styles has cemented his place in the local scene.

Maga G

Maga G's pure hip-hop has landed him comparisons to the likes of Kendrick Lamar. His debut album Journey is a clever and insightful look into his past.

Stinga T

One of the longest-serving hip-hop artists in the local scene, Stinga T's clever lyrics and extremely insightful commentaries on various social issues have won him a place amongst some of the best in the business. Having toured internationally and established himself as a hard-working and original rapper worthy of critical acclaim, Stinga T continues to show no signs of slowing down any time soon.

Caper

Born and raised in Whyalla, rapper/producer Caper has used music to create insightful poetry over his self-produced beats. His latest EP, One Day, dropped earlier in the year as a preview to his first full-length album.