Original version appears on First Man "Thinking Out Loud" EP 

First Man Feat. Blak Twang "Help Them" (M-Phazes Remix)

Rickki Connell Is A Music Producer, Recording Artist and Session Musician specialising in Hip Hop, Soul And Jazz.
Connell is also a Screen Writer and Playwright and has 12 film writing credits to his name.
Co founder of the martial arts system Chang mui fun which uses dance within the performance of the Arts.
Rickki with Son Aaron Connell also have a podcast called The Flocks welcoming guest from the Sport and Music world 

Grindin’ is based in Sydney Australia and was established with the aim of releasing, touring and managing quality Australian and International artists. This is reflected in the diversity of artists affiliated with the company and its eclectic style of events produced in Australia.

Since its inception in 2001 Grindin’ has released music from across the globe with a variety of musical styles, all representing the brand to its fullest, and as a result has led to a variety of releases from artists including P-Money (NZ), KillaQueenz (Australia), M-Phazes (Australia), Mystro (UK), J Period (USA), Kohndo (France), JR & PH7 (Germany) and Muneshine (Canada) to name a few. The Grindin’ catalogue has now built up to over 35 releases as of 2010.

Grindin’ is also responsible for producing some of Sydney’s finest Hip Hop events from the annual J Dilla tribute night ‘The Genius Of J Dilla’ to touring the likes of Just Blaze, Blu & Exile (USA), Jehst (UK), DJ MK (Dizzee Rascal’s / Roots Manuva’s DJ) and many more, while also overseeing DJ bookings at venues across Sydney and holding monthly events throughout NSW.

Most recently Grindin’ has ventured into artist agency services, developing careers and booking shows, which has already seen many acts performing at the biggest clubs, tours and festivals throughout Australia and New Zealand. Grindin’ currently manages the careers for some of Australia’s best Hip Hop artists including Dialectrix, Sky’High, Chasm, The Tongue, Diafrix and more.

Throughout the years Grindin’ has also worked with companies such as Nike, Sony, MTV, Alize, Central Station Records and Sweat It Out, along with venues across Sydney using its expertise to consult on individual projects while also helping bridge the gap between corporate entities and its potential clientele. Grindin’ has built a solid reputation on being able to deliver within the music industry.

With over 15 years experience in the music industry Grindin’s mission is to remain competitive in this ever changing industry.

First Man Feat. Blak Twang "Help Them" (M-Phazes Remix)

Grindin'