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Calling

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With hip-hop being one of my favorite genres I get sick of all the annoying sex oriented thug garbage that American radio stations play non-stop, which is always giving hip-hop a bad name. Fortunatley, there are artists out there like MF Doom, Del Tha Funky Homosapien, Gorillaz, Danger Mouse, and the Hilltop Hoods that show how hip-hop is just as much a form of music as any other genre is.

The Hoods' music is jazzy, soulful, and it's quick and witty lyrics flow beautifully. The Hilltop Hoods easily put to shame any mainstream rapper in the states. This group has hardly any recognition in the over here, which is unfortunate since they're truly amazing. Definatley check these guys out if you like hip-hop, or maybe even give them a try if you aren't a fan of the genre. A most excellent album indeed.

I've got hip hop taste buds.

it may not be the very best australian has EVER put out, but this is undoubtably the most professional, well produced CD in australian hip hop to date... Darn crap, wish they had sound samples, this would jump 100,000 sales positions!

This cd is overly fat, dope, straight up hip hop without the jargon...

hilltop hood and they comin' up!

ahhhh....when your hips start to shake,your head starts to bop and you have a disgustingly cheesy grin on your face and you dont know why,its cos these guys are playin...phat aussie hiphop at its best...energetic,creative & technically the bussiness.ohh there goes my leg again just begin for more....a cd that always scratches that special spot hhmmmmmmm.....well done boys

I am 37. Don't know what hip hop means. Like to think I am up with times. Listen to Triple J (best radio station in the known world). But despite my shortcomings I recognize insight and soul ... and these blokes (Aussie for guys) have it. Witty, lyrical, cool and cutting. Along with the The Herd, they make you feel things matter. 77% of you should get a dose.

man, i've been listening to a bit of underground hiphop in the states over the last cpl of years, and they could definitely learn a bit from the production value of these guys.

I think most hip-hop i've heard from australia is appealing only cause of the novelty value of the accents. The hilltop hoods are exceptional cause they are genuinely talented mcs with awesome funky hiphop beats and rhymes.

by the album

For many years there has been a vibrant hip hop scene in all Australian capital cities. Too often this has been made up of crews that either try too hard to prove the are Australian ("went to the bottle-o/got a case of VB"!) or simply emulated the North American style.

This albulm is definitely the most widely known and successful of the 'new' breed of Aussie hip hop, showcasing the balance that has now been found between funky beats, intellient lyrics, and a genuine Aussie sound. Buy this albulm if you want to to broaden your horizons about what hip hop can be.

PS: if you like this albulm you should try to get a hold of Train of Thought's debut album 'Moving Heads' (which also has a track featuring Hilltop) - currently not available on Amazon.

The Hilltop Hoods from Adelaide, Australia are on the frontline of the Aussie hip hop scene. Bringing funky, jazzy, bassie beats with strong lyrics and quick witted ryhmes they are a refreshing hip hop group without the excess commercial stuff and "The Calling" is no exception. If you don't have this go get it now and while your at it grab Left Foot Right Foot, Matter of Time and whatever else you can find.

there is a man with a samurai sword on the cover and this sets the tone for the CD. unfortunately this was done better by the wu tang clan 5 years ago and is getting a bit old to have martial arts with hip hop. pressure and suffer are also pictured looking very "STAUNCH" (hmm...just like tornts). they like to dress like the rap crew NWA.
musically the album is really diverse and quite long. my head was nodding right at the intro to some cool samples. then the first song TESTIMONIAL YEAR starts up WOW. they only thing they are testing is my patience with a song that is much too long. hill top hoods like to rap about hip hop and how long they have been rapping.
a stand-out-track is called DUMB ENOUGH. there is some DJ SCRATCHING in this song. this was played on the radio and i can see why. this is another song that got in the hot 100 because people love it and its funny. thumping bassline and horns are very cool. "ITS A SWAN!" I dont get it but i LAWLED SO HARD at this!.
another song that was played on the radio (including ON NOVA!!1!!!!!1) is THE NOSEBLEED SECTION. the nosebleed section means the highest seats in a stadium btw. there is a cool flute sample plus a nice bassline and the horns are cool. this is the BEST oz hip hop EVAR. people love it so much it got played on NOVA and it became the triple j most requested song EVAR. what more can I say? release it as a single, guys! you will be rich! you can also get this for your ringtone.
the longest song is THE CERTIFICATE. this song features many rappers that are friends of hill top hoods. i dunno who they are but it has a cool beat with a bassline and horns. cool!
after this there is a silly song called HILLTOP HOODS. it is pointless and short so i skipped it. it needed some horns and a bassline!
the rest of the songs are very dope as well. the boys have done a great job with the beats and dj scratching. the basslines and horns are really cool.
i heard there is also a secret track but it wouldnt play in realplayer program lol sry.
this is NOT your average american gangsta rap dominated by bitches, money and cars. the HILL TOP HOODS are rapping about australian things like swans and drinking beer in an original way. it is only a matter of time before these guys get a record deal!!!
I recommend this to anyone! 5/5 awesome dope CD best EVAR!

The second album I have from the hoods(inc The Hard Road) and once more not the slightest bit disappointed. These boys know their stuff! A nice mix of party drunken funk(Nosebleed Section, Dumb enough), easy going music(Tommorrow will do, Laying Blame),tunes that open ya mind(Illusionary lines, Walk On) and with everything else in between and you have an original 5 star album that'll quench ya "hip hop taste buds". If ya like any of the hoods songs or want to expand ya horizons then give this album a go. You'll be impressed!