For those of you who picked up a copy of the April Issue of Hip Hop Connection magazine, you will also have been treated to the ‘Straight from the Underground’ cover CD. Compiled by Dave VJ...

After originally taking place for a trial run of 4 nights in 1998 in a medieval hall in York, the El Segundo night migrated to Edinburgh for a short period at the La Belle Angelle and later took up residence at the Bongo Club...

The label acts as a base level entry for both performing musicians and those interested in recording and producing music. The touring circuit links up with venues throughout Wales to provide musicians with a live performance arena. Certain venues are promoted solely by Complete Control Music, whilst others are operated by existing promoters willing to book artists registered with the project.

Short lived label linked with 617 and run by Ed Accura.

Inspired by Ego Trip’s Book of Rap Lists, here is a collection of lists compiled by the ever-vigilant Crate Digger that relates specifically to hip hop scene in the UK...

The only band to mix Hip Hop and The Blues! Check them at http://www.nublues.com.

Hot new Single by Shifty on the new UK Label Double 6 Records. Born in the rough streets of South London, Shifty talks about life and staying on top of da game. Out in June 2004 + Grimey Mix and Instrumental. Definately one to put in the bag. Currently being blasted by Kiss, Choice and Freeze FM.

With more and more new British hip hop acts emerging, it is becoming harder for groups to make a substantial impact when they first hit the scene. All newcomers dream of their tunes getting airplay on the radio and good reviews in the press;

Check Scalpels out at http://www.peoplesound.com/artist/troyscalpels, also mailto:[email protected].