A new sound, a new vibration in progressive roots music.

Skylounja are an exciting new band creating a buzz on the Sydney scene. Featuring guest vocalist MC Mana from Salmonella Dub, Rhombus, and Shapeshifter, the group performs a unique blend of styles including reggae, hip hop, soul and drum n bass. Skylounja have already shared the stage with the likes of Kooii  and The Strides and draw influences from a wide range of artists including Groundation, Fat Freddy's Drop, Outkast, King Tide, The Roots and Ozomatli. 

Skylounja's first demo recording of the song Lion was produced by DJ Jonah who has worked with the likes of West Labz Sound, Lotek, Alphamama, Radical Son, Kween G and the KillaQueenz.

Skylounja is:

Drums: Freddy Lombardi
Bass : Igor Diamantino
Keys: Tim Grant 
Trumpet: Dan Kasak 
Percussion: James Fittock
Guitar: Marlon Vallaydam 
Live Effects and Production: DJ Jonah
Featuring on vocals: MC Mana (Salmonella Dub)

30+ years in the game and loving my work more and more. Give thanks for the blessing

"An Artist to Watch" - Rolling Stone

Born in Aotearoa and hailing from Meanjin, Maori artist Harlen (fka Jess Harlen) is renowned for infusing soulful grit into her musical creations.

Harlen's roster of collaborations includes prominent artists such as Blue King Brown, Muph & Plutonic, Che Fu, Resin Dogs, Kuya James, and NRL star Karina Brown.

Her latest single, 'She's Got Confidence,' is featured on ABC documentary 'A League Of Her Own,' available on iView.

Currently crafting her 3rd Solo LP of orgnaic songwriting, Harlen is collaborating with Camilla Charlesworth (Kim Gordon, Ziggy Marley). This upcoming collection of tender songs places a strong emphasis on vocals and piano and heart wrenching lyrics that unearth the pain of the soul to afford freedom to the listener.

"A significant contribution to Australia's musical identity" - Time Off

Oz Hip Hop Pioneers... 20 years strong!!!

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# This channel is for my vocal tracks only -  DJ MIXES are  @ mixcloud.com/mumadoesa

#FULL LENGTH ALBUM "MS FORTUNE" available to download on sound cloud ~

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Understanding    
Motivates    
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Determination  
Overcoming  
Every  
Struggle &  
Aggravation

Currently Muma Doesa is performing solo to promote her Debut Album,
"Ms. Fortune" recorded partly in Oz with DJ Rellik and New York with Siege the beat Bully and Dunna. Her Album is due for release June 2013, and Official Dual Album Launch Party with Bastian Killjoy is June 21st at Revolver Upstairs.

Muma is also a front woman with 6 piece Hip Hop/Soul band, Blunt Paper Massive who have perfomed at Moomba and Brunswick Music Festival. 
She has recently appeared on U.S. based compilation 
"The Illest Female Rappers Vol. 18" alongside Da Brat and Estelle.
MD released a new video clip for her new soul track "Untamed Hearts" ft. Jess Harlen, Pataphysics and Dj Rellik.
This track is from from her upcoming album, "Ms. Fortune".
Her style is a blend of hip hop, soul, and patios.
MD is also co-hosting "Hip Sista Hop" female and Indigenous Hip Hop Radio Show on 855am, 1pm Every Monday on 3CR Radio..

Video Link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2h3hXIXgTXs

Radio Show:
www.facebook.com/pages/3CR...Hip-Sista-Hop/188272934554864

Discography:
2012- 
# "The Illest Female Rappers Vol.18" link:
http://theillestfemalerappers.blogspot.com.au/2012/05/illest-female-rappers-volume-18.html

2011-
# Blunt Paper Massive released their debut Ep "Self Fulfilling Prophecy" October 27th at The Esplanade Hotel.
http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/self-fulfilling-prophecy-ep/id471181857

# Global Hip Hop Collective 30/30 compilation link:
http://zuluflow.bandcamp.com/album/global-hip-hop-collective-ghc-presents-the-30-30-mixtape-vol-one

2010-
# HoodRapz Vol. 1

2009-
# Muma Doesas Mixtape Marinade
FREE download link:
http://soundcloud.com/muma-doesa/sets/muma-doesas-mixtape-marinade-c-2009

QUOTES:

"I've just listened to your music, and must say that your music is exceptionally hot. Continue to write music that is both inspirational and meaningful, and with that, I am certain that u will prevail." -Mumtaz aka Ekowone (son of Stevie Wonder)

 "Muma Doesa is the hottest female rapper in Australia -- and I mean that in every way . 
No chicks is flowing like this since Lauryn Hill and she's giving her latest music away for free online!! Muma Doesa's Mixtape Marinade Peep it and check for "take heed" - that's my shiznit for 2009!!" - Mega The Apostles (Bronx , NY) 

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HISTORY:
From 2004 until 2007, Muma Doesa was an original member of all girl crew : Ladies Luv Hip Hop, a crew of young women emcees, dj’s, dancers, graffiti writers, vocalists, film makers and photographers.

 Highlights are Interviewing Jean Grae for Heavyweight TV, 
performing at The Big Day Out 2006, 
Hosting a dj workshop with Roc Raida at Djs United Mixing School 2008, 
and The Emerging Writer’s Festival 2009. 

Other gigs include: running an emcee workshop at the Queen Victoria Women’s Centre with Mc Liones in 2007, to help young women with lyrical compositions and performance.

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