Hyjak N Torcha

Hyjak and Torcha are two of Australias most respected and innovative MCs. They have toured extensively throughout Aust. wit the likes of GANGSTARR , MOBB DEEP , DE LA SOUL , PHARSYDE , XZIBIT , LORD FINNESSE , SWOLLEN MEMBERS , MYSTRO , MURS AND LIVING LEDGENDS ect. and collaborated with many Aust & international artists. Accompanied by veteran Bonez on the decks Drastik Measures was their debut album, released in 2004. Hyjak exploded onto the scene in 98 as a 15 year old who snuck into his local Bondi pub to enter his first mc battle stunning the crowd with his witty freestyles. Yes he left the battle victorious and an urban legend amongst his peers. Six years later we see a mature songwriter and storyteller with the same happy go lucky attitude and witty freestyles.Couldnt afford a video clip so I rap on surveillance camera footage sums up the humorous and honest style. Torcha also has a rich history in Australian hip hop as an original member of Sydneys eth-nik tribe. Torcha is a realist with untamed battle lyrics and great story telling ability. The older of the two MCs, Torcha brings well-planned concepts and conscious balance to the group. This albums conception was inspired by the return of Torcha from a two-year hiatus of focusing on his marriage and work. Trapped in cycle where you mind is your worst enemy authenicates the truthful lyrics Torcha is revered for. The boys are also members of seperate crews Hyjak being a vocalist in the band ' ENDZ AND MEANS ' and Torcha being a part of the outfit ' A BROKEN SILENCE ' which often link up with other fam like Kye from budspells. The boys are near completion with their sophomore lp due in the near future