MC Ty (UK) pops in to Brisbane and Adelaide
April 14th, 2008
Ty is renowned for his refreshing, forward-thinking take on Hip Hop. With socially-loaded lyrics and the unique ability to harmonise a broad cross section of genres, Ty’s musical vision demands the respect of his Hip Hop contemporaries. Heard on wax alongside some of the genre’s most respected names like De La Soul and Talib Kweli to Detroit innovators Platinum Pied Pipers and legendary drummer Tony Allen, Ty is three albums deep into a recording career that’s seen him nominated for the prestigious Mercury Music Prize.
His memorable live shows have earnt him a formidable reputation as one of the Hip Hop’s foremost performers, gaining admirers across the globe from Morocco to the USA. Passionately community-minded, Ty has taken his unique approach to music culture to people of all backgrounds, running workshops in prisons and schools.
Ty has a wealth of knowledge and creativity to share with Australia’s aspiring artists. Join him on the lounge at the Red Bull Music Academy Info Sessions in Brisbane and Adelaide this week. Details below
Brisbane Info Session
Friday 18th April @ 7pm
Uber Niteclub: 100 Boundary St, West End
No RSVP required. Attendance is free with food and beverages provided.
For more info contact: derryn@redbullmusicacademy.com
Adelaide Info Session
Saturday 20th April @ 3pm
SAE Studio: Level 2, 282 Gouger St, Adelaide
No RSVP required. Attendance is free with food and beverages provided.
For more info contact: troy@redbullmusicacademy.com
For more info on the Academy, check: www.redbullmusicacademy.com
In addition to the info sessions, Ty will be holding studio sessions with 15 local participants, where they will have a unique opportunity to get creative with Ty in the studio. Will post up some photos from the sessions next week.

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