Artist info
Genre
Hip Hop
Sounds like
Jay Z, J Cole, AKA, Nas
band members
KG
Influences
Jay Z, Chance The Rapper, J Cole , Black Milk
Website
Bio
Canberra lyricist and strong burgeoning hip-hop identity KG has fashioned a respected reputation for himself with in the Australian industry over a string of releases that have highlighted not only his prowess as a rhyme artist, but the importance message has within the definition of his craft. With new single ‘Doin’ Me’, KG displays his talent on the mic once more, as he waxes lyrical about the importance of following your own path.
‘Doin’ Me’ sees KG link up with Melbourne’s Françoistunes, who brings added smoothness to the track. One of Melbourne’s exciting new voices, Françoistunes establishes a solid vocal dynamic with KG from the jump. ‘Doin’ Me’ also sees the return of frequent KG collaborator and esteemed producer Taka Perry (RUEL), who brought his own flair to KG’s much-praised single ‘Come Along’ earlier this year. A creative partnership buoyed by a shared love of a wide-ranging pool of musical influences, this new single highlights KG’s laid-back confidence and his comfort flexing behind the mic.
It has been a busy few years for KG, who has been carving out a place all his own in Australia’s hip-hop circles. Receiving love from Triple J and Spotify and dominating on festival slots including Groovin’ The Moo and Spilt Milk, KG has been amplifying his sound and his name nationally.
With a brand new EP in the works, certain to excite fans and industry alike, KG is heading back out on the road for an Australian tour that will take him all over; from Darwin to Melbourne, Margaret River to Sydney. An unmissable stage show, the new chapter of KG as a performer is primed and ready to go!
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Bringing together impressive beats, fierce energy and powerful lyrics is Canberra rapper KG. He's released some of the most stand out tracks of 2017 and we can't wait for the release of his debut album in 2018.
Tell us about your music. How did you develop your sound?
My sound and style of hip-hop music is all about the flow and making sure my rhythms and bars are in harmony with the music. Over the past few years after travelling back to South Africa/Botswana and getting in touch with my roots, I I really wanted to add a cultural element to my music and have meaning in all my songs. I don’t just want to focus on Australia only, I wanna make a universal sound.
What’s your greatest source of inspiration for making music?
The future generations.
What can punters expect from a KG live show?
Energy, passion & bars.
What’s the best advice you’ve been given and who was it from?
When doing music, be authentic and be yourself (Omar Musa).
What Australian track would you play to cheer up someone who was crying?
'Juicy Juicy Green Grass' by Peter Combe. That song always makes laugh and sometimes when I DJ, I troll the crowd with it'.
What Australian track would you play to someone to make them cry?
'Tiny Angel' by 360.
You’re the DJ at a party. The dance floor is pumping. What Australian track do you put on next?
'For Good' by Remi featuring Sampa The Great. The two of them on this track together and the soul and groove in this song is the perfect joint for any party.
What was the last local gig you went to? How was it?
The last gig I caught was Amastro & Genisis Owusu in Canberra. It was crazy because it was like EDM lovers and hip-hop heads mixing together in one room and the vibe was so sick. It really proves that music has no genre when the music is dope.
Tell us about the bands or people in the Canberra music community that inspire you.
It’s cool what Peking Duk and Safia have done in making a name for themselves and putting Canberra artists on the map. It really shows all us Canberra cats that you can make it in music from anywhere.
What are your plans for the rest of 2017 and in 2018?
I have a few festivals coming up, starting with my single tour and then playing a few shows in Africa in January. Most of all, I'm mainly just hyped to drop my debut album in 2018.
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KG and Francoistunes are a formidable duo - teaming up for something that' super positive and uplifting.
KG and Francoistunes are a formidable duo - teaming up for something that' super positive and uplifting.
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what a recliner mode, positive chiller from these two.
what a recliner mode, positive chiller from these two.
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KG will always provide something to uplift the spirit. Seeing him link up with the young don, Francois, is pleasing to the ears and the feet. Go get 'em, young kings.
KG will always provide something to uplift the spirit. Seeing him link up with the young don, Francois, is pleasing to the ears and the feet. Go get 'em, young kings.
