Merry Christmas, b*tches!

What it look like, family...

Just dropping in to wish you all a Merry Christmas (if you celebrate this day, that is. Even if you don't - Merry Christmas anyway!). I hope you are all well and are keeping safe. Damn... I've already had three family Christmas dinners and have two more to go. Far out - I think I've put on 5kgs! All good though. I'm very fortunate to be able to do that and to have opportunities to spend time with family and eat well. So on that note, I'm sparing some thoughts and prayers for those not with us and for those less fortunate than we.

As a little gesture of love and appreciation, we've put up our new single, 'Jam Hot', on our myspace page to download and enjoy throughout the festive season.

So keep safe. Eat heaps. Love lots.
Catch you before '08 is outta here.
Peace and blessings...
Hauie

The KOA 20 Year Anniversary

Nuff said.

Hurt So Good

You know how it is with friends ... Can't live with 'em, can't live without 'em.

No Business Like Show Business

What's up to all my Melbournians and surrounding area crew.

We'll be playing our first show in donkey's years (how many is that exactly???) a long side TZU, Illzilla and... well, you can check the flyer for all the details.

So come down and hang out with us to get in that festive mood. It'll be tops!

By HauieBeast

Tank Fly Boss

What it is, peoples. Yes - it is finally here! Our new single titled, Jam Hot, has hit the airwaves and will hopefully reach you folks out there in radio land. Keep an ear out for it. Stay tuned for how to grab yourself a copy. 

If you dig it, request Jam Hot on the lovely Rosie's show, 'Super Request' on triple j.

Much thank you's and praises to our supporters for holding tight for the last three years. It has been quite an uphill battle, but hey...what doesn't kill you only makes you stronger, right? Riiight??? (Check me out - getting my HTML language on...haha)

Anyway, I hope it was worth the wait. Stay tuned for the full-length.

Rrraaarrr! Rrraaarrr! Like a Dungeon Dragon

Koolism II: The Booth of Truth

The Beast goes in to do what he does best. And that's rappity rap.

A make-shift studio was set up in the infamous Boom Boom Room (location disclosed). This place has a rich history and so we decided to set up in there to feed off it's vibes and tradition...

...or something like that.

The Wonderful Stevie

Yes, I know folks. This sort of thing is illegal. And I did feel like a naughty little kid taking money from his mum's purse. But I had to do it so I can then do the internet thing to share it with my fellow Stevie Wonder fans.

I filmed this at the Acer Arena in October. Hands down - best concert I have been to. And I have been to a lot. Jay-Z, Kanye, Ultramagnetic MCs, U2, Dizzee Rascal, Common, Tricky, The Ting Tings etc etc etc. But this?!?! Incredible.

Anyway, here is the maestro rockin' the vocoder. After watching this I thought how mad it would've been to see Zapp live in concert. T-Pain - I hope you're watching and taking down notes. You too, Kanye.

Yes We Did. (Or some cheesy type heading)

OK, I'm gonna keep it short and sweet. Yes - it was a momentous occasion. Yes - it was an historic win. Yes - it felt, like my hip hop brethren in the States say, 'gooder than a muhf**cka!'.

But hold up! People have to keep on this man's back to deliver all the hope, faith and promises he seems to represent. But it's a good start though, right?

Here is I with my surgically attached camera in a spot in Sydney when folks got to witness Mr. Barack Obama's big win.

And So The Journey Begins... Again!

Koolism I: Return of the Mad Scientist

Stay locked for more exclusive behind-the-scenes footage of recording sessions, beat making and general shenanigans shot in The Dojo studios, The Boom Boom Room and the KOA HQ.

If you have a You Tube account. look me up under HauieBeast and subscribe to get that visual goodness.

Spread the word, love and vibes. Danielsan and Hau is back up in this b*tch!

International Business

Greetings, my peoples...

Hope all is good in your neighbourhood.

I trust you all know of my boy, Katalyst. Earlier this year I travelled with him to perform at the International Java Jazz Festival (that had more slap bass than you can poke a stick at). On our downtime, we took in the local sites and ventured into the local markets. Bloody record gold mine.

Here is a video I shot and threw together of Katalyst (and his small entourage) doing what he does best after making records. Digging for them.

Much love to the Indonesian crew!

How Much Can Pharrell Kiss Premo's Arse?

Howdy folks.

Hope all are well. 

Things are starting to simmer in the Koolism camp. I feel you may be hearing something from us very, very soon. I know I've probably said that before, but this time it's for rilla. So stay tuned, my brothers and sisters.

In the mean time, check this video out. I thought it was quite entertaining. Pharrell 'Man Chest' Williams doing the 'I'm not worthy' on Dj Premier and telling a story about Busta Rhymes. He seems cool though. Just wish he'd keep his bloody shirt on!

But in any case, Pharrell can still bust out a beat that does make me screw up my face. Good to see him give these original don producers their propers. Kids that look up to Pharrell, acknowledge what made Pharrell into the producer he is today!

Just Cos I Wanted To Show You

The two juniors rinsing it out proper.

Junior Demus and Junior Cat, some time in the late 80's in Jamaica, doing it up like nobody's business.