The Multi-National and Cross-Continental group known as The Diplomats International is taking Indonesian Hip Hop to new heights. The “buzz†is building strong for this underground Jakarta-based Hip Hop crew with members across 7 countries. Fronted by Mistah, Wizzow and Vandal, each emcee brings their own unique style, while blending English and Indonesian lyrics over the production of DJ Nasa and Wizzow. The Diplomats’ mission is to provide fresh new sounds, incorporating Traditional Indonesian rhythms with a plethora of Hip Hop styles.
With the release of «Just Duit! Vol.1», their independent DIPNET Mixtape and their performance at Java Jazz 2007 the crew’s DIY motto is making serious waves in the Industry and local Hip Hop scene. The Diplomats International have received over 70,000 plays on their Myspace page since debuting over a year ago and are now set to release their debut album admist some major changes within the group.
Diplomats member and Emcee/Producer Vandal has released his 2nd solo album TROACO in Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia. His latest single, Lalala (produced by Saykoji) was in high rotation on Malaysian radio and is featured in the film Susahnya Jadi Perawan, which was released in Indonesia.
Producer/Emcee Wizzow has handled musical duties on albums by Ras Muhamad, Daviuz, J-Flow and Herdi’Oflo and is handling the beats for the Dips up-coming album. He is currently working in the studio with Manis Sedap artist Casanova and Batik Tribe.
With a solo album in the works, Diplomats Emcee Mistah continues to turn up the grime factor another notch with his numerous collaborations. Alongside TV performances with Titi Kamal Mistah has recently worked with OrBeat and performed at Java Jazz 2008 as well as Sundaze.
Working together with the Soul Menace crew, Mistah and Vandal recently got together with DJ Cream, pDouble and Rudi Twisted to put together the Rewind Mixtape Vol.1, released Feb. 29th at Rewind’s monthly event at Blowfish in Jakarta.
Brase yourself for The Diplomats International & you best believe the hype!!! Their highly anticipated Debut album is almost done and when it drops the whole industry is going to feel it! DiploDangerous!!!
