Championing a diverse mix of sounds under the hip-hop banner in Aus + NZ, A1 Live has tapped Triple One, Manu Crooks, Kwame, Jess B, Hooligan Hefs and Sophiegrophy for the November showcase.

Social media and streaming platforms have undeniably played a huge role in bridging the gap between hip-hop in Australia, New Zealand and the rest of the world. And as that movement continues to snowball, platform playlists like A1 Hip-Hop are an important tool on both ends of the spectrum as the weapon of choice for fans on the music discovery trail as well as artists trying to reach new audiences.

On the A1 Live announcement, Triple One said: “It’s been awesome to have our music on Spotify’s A1 playlist; it’s allowed us to reach so many more listeners and also have our tunes sit alongside our friends, collaborators and idols. It’s even better that we get to bring it all onstage this November, in our hometown, with the best from around Australia and New Zealand. The whole scene is making itself known on a global stage and we are honoured to be a part of that. Very keen to gabber to Hooligan Hefs as well.” 

Relatable. If you’re also keen to gabber to Hooligan Hefs, the cherry on top is that A1 Live is a free gig. For your chance to win tickets, register your details here and tell Spotify in 25 words or less who your favourite A1 Live artist is and why.