Man massive love to the crew at ABC Double J who invited DJ BEAST MODE on air today to chat all things DMC & Turntablist culture on the Arvo’s show with Dylan Lewis. C
We were in the ABC studio today, chatting to the team.
Check out the full stream on demand HERE. You can listen to the full 3 hours, or or the BEAST MODE interview + mini mix starting about an hour and half in 1:30:00.
SOUL OF SYDNEY PARTY Catch BEAST MODE playing at SOUL OF SYDNEY 14th B’DAY this SUNDAY in party rocking mode dropping a dope afternoon Funk, Soul & Hip Hop set along with SOUL OF SYDNEY DJ’s & Friends, SHAN FRENZIE, PHIL TOKE, DJ JUZZLIKEDAT & MIRRAH.
Afternoon Funk, Soul, Disco, 90’s Hip Hop Vibes & beyond.
BEASTMODE DMC WORLD CHAMPION @ SOUL OF SYDNEY 14TH BDAY
Man, we reckon this Good Vibrations lineup was one of the dopest ever — an absolutely phenomenal roll call of artists.
Our special guest BEAST MODE (previously known as DJ SAMRAI) put together this exclusive warm-up mixtape back in the day, featuring some of the legends who played in the Roots Tent: Erykah Badu, Kelis, Nas & Damian Marley, Janelle Monáe, Koolism, Fat Freddy’s Drop, and more. Pure fire.
We had this on heavy rotation at the time — pure feel-good sunshine vibes and nostalgia from an era when you actually recognised everyone on a festival lineup (and didn’t have back pain).
🎉 Catch BEAST MODE live this month at SOUL OF SYDNEY 14th BIRTHDAY alongside Phil Toke, Shan Frenzie, Elchino, Juzzlikedat & Mirrah. 🗓️ Sunday, November 30 from 2pm
★ SOUL OF SYDNEY 14th B’DAY ft. BEAST MODE (2025 DMC World Champion) Tickets & info: www.soulofsydney.org/events
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The legendary Uprock Block Party is back this Saturday, November 15th, bringing a full day of breaking, balling, beats, and BBQ to the heart of Woolloomooloo.
Our good friends at Krosswerdz are teaming up with Woolloomoolivin’ and Youth & Family Connect to throw the ultimate free community celebration of Hip Hop culture — music, graffiti, breaking, basketball and more.
As DJs and dancers ourselves, we can honestly say that the crew behind Krosswerdz have shaped us not just musically, but in spirit too. These guys have been holding it down for years, staying true to the pure essence of Hip Hop, faith, positivity, and connection with everything they do rooted in their values. They have always been immensely supportive of everything we had done over the years, and offered so much time early when we were just learning our craft and when we started putting parties on. The have been doing their thing for years, connecting people through and & uplifting spirits. These BLOCK PARTY events they do have always been about bringing people together, spreading good energy, and using music to empower and uplift communities.
We highly recommend checking this one out for an afternoon of pure vibes — run by some of the most treasured people in Australia’s Hip Hop scene, good-hearted souls working hard to keep the real spirit of the culture alive.
BREAKS: Catch one of NSW’s most competitive Breaking comps, featuring the 2-on-2 All Styles Battles. Expect cyphers, raw talent, and energy from the floor up as B-Boys and B-Girls battle for glory and respect.
BASKETBALL: Round up your crew for the 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament, with cash prizes and bragging rights up for grabs.
HIP HOP VIBE: Live graffiti, DJs, and classic Hip Hop all day long, that authentic block party feel that Uprock is known for.
FAMILY FRIENDLY • FREE ENTRY • DRUG & ALCOHOL FREE
This is an all-ages, family-friendly event — whether you’re a long-time head or just curious about the culture, everyone’s welcome. Bring the kids, bring ya mum, bring ya mates and neighbours — come celebrate a day where vibes, skill, and community collide.
ABOUT KROSSWERDZ Krosswerdz are a Sydney-based movement of DJs, MCs, B-Boys, artists and believers who’ve been carrying the torch for true Hip Hop culture since the early 2000s the collective has been creating spaces that celebrate Hip Hop’s four elements: MCing, DJing, Breaking, and Graffiti while sharing a message of hope, unity, and purpose.
Their events, jams, and mixtapes have inspired generations of dancers, artists and selectors across Australia, including many of us at Soul of Sydney. Always community-first, Krosswerdz represent the positive side of Hip Hop — keeping it fun, faith-driven, and full of heart.
