1200 Techniques Discography of CDs

1200 Techniques albums CHOOSE ONE features 19 tracks from Australian hip-hop group 1200 Techniques. The songs on this album include "1200's Theme," "Upsidedownunder," and "Ready Willing & Able." Choose One opens with "1200s Theme," the sound of DJ Peril scratching and cutting up on the Technics SL-1200 turntable that gave the group their name. Peril, the group's founder, takes center stage again on the aptly named "Electro Boogie Freaks," but at seven minutes it's a little long for a second intro. By the time track three rolls around, however, the full band is in effect and it's worth the wait. In "Karma," lead MC N'fa channels Michael Franti in his Disposable Heroes of Hiphoprisy days, with a spiritual rap about actions and consequences, while the group's guitarist Kemstar lays down a rock-solid rock riff. That unusual addition, a live rock guitarist in a hip-hop group, goes a long way towards individualizing the 1200 Techniques sound, adding an odd and sometimes surprisingly funky layer. Another thing that makes them unique is their unabashed Australian-ness; in 2002 no less, when the phrase "Australian-hip-hop" still sounded like a joke to many, 1200 Techniques bore the moniker proudly. Nfamas, in his deep, guttural growl, litters his rhymes with references to "bloody mongrels" and "undies" and other amusing Australianisms. They keep their national identity despite being influenced by predominantly American music; "Hard as Hell" lifts from the Beastie Boys and the Red Hot Chili Peppers as well as featuring another of Kemstar's astonishing riffs, while all three take a turn at the mic, declaring "We're one DJ and three MCs!" Unfortunately, there are a few tracks, like "Battlemaster," that forget that and fall back on ...

1200 Techniques music CDs Australia's hottest hip hop/funk/breakbeat act return after the release of their debut single 'Hard As Hell'.

1200 Techniques discography Australian hip-hoppers 1200 Techniques return with their second album, 2004's CONSISTENCY THEORY. Limited edition adds a bonus DVD of live performances and music videos. Limited edition of the sophomore album from Australia's premier hip hop act includes a bonus DVD (PAL/Region 0) with ten tracks, '1200's Theme' (Live At Big Day Out 2003), 'Since I Got It' (Live At Big Day Out 2003), 'Can't Stop' (Live At Big Day ...

1200 Techniques songs Awesome band from Melbourne, combining elements of hip hop, rock & dance with attitude & style.

1200 Techniques CD discography The first single from their album "Consistency Theory". Includes five mixes of "Fork In The Road" plus a live version of "Karma" recorded at the 2003 Big Day Out.