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Aotearoa Hip Hop

Curated by DJ Sir-Vere 10 items
Hip hop supremo Philip Bell (DJ Sir-Vere) picks his top 10 hip hop music videos from New Zealand. The clips mark the evolution of an indigenous style.
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Aotearoa Hip Hop
Aotearoa Hip Hop
Curated by DJ Sir-Vere

Intro

Hip hop supremo and former Rip it Up editor Philip Bell (aka DJ Sir-Vere) drops his top 10 selection of hip hop music videos from Aotearoa. The clips mark the evolution of an indigenous style, from the politically conscious (Dam Native, King Kapisi) to the internationalists (Scribe, Savage). It includes iconic, award-winning efforts from directors Chris Graham, Jonathan King, and more. Bell writes about his picks, and the history of Kiwi hip hop. 

2001 Aotearoa Hip Hop Summit

A documentary showcasing the landmark NZ hip hop assembly. Che Fu, King Kapisi, P-Money and DJ Sir-vere feature. View full doco here>

"E tu stand proud, kia kaha say it loud"

2003 doco, Hip Hop New Zealand, directed by Sima Urale looks at key players and at the politics of the music. View excerpts here>

Homegrown Che Fu

This 2005 episode of C4's Homegrown Profiles series looks at Che Fu, from Supergroove to hit single 'Chains' (with DLT). View Here>