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Hilltop Hoods, which started in Adelaide, Australia, in 1996, are some of the first Australian hip-hop artists. They started playing shows in their hometown and mixing hip-hop beats with lyrics that made people think about social issues. The group included Suffa, Pressure, and DJ Debris. Their early mixtapes and independent releases set the tone for their music, which used scratch techniques, sampling, and tight rhyme schemes.

Their big break came with the album The Calling (2003), which had hits like "The Nosebleed Section," which charted in Australia and became a cultural phenomenon. Their next albums, State of the Art and Drinking from the Sun, won ARIA Awards and made them Australian hip-hop legends. The band played at festivals like Big Day Out and Splendour in the Grass, which helped them reach more people around the world.

Hilltop Hoods still tour the world today, playing both old and new songs that fans love. Live shows include high-energy performances, interactive visuals, and audience participation, all of which show off their decades-long career. Don’t miss your chance get your Hilltop Hoods tickets on Yadara now to experience one of the most influential hip-hop acts from Australia.


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