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About the Show
Kickin’ It with Katija is KISS FM’s home for underground Australian hip hop. Hosted by Katija – the co-founder of RIPE Hip Hop and produced by KB.808 from Cosmic Bounce Records. The show is dedicated to spotlighting emerging talent from across the country, with a focus on raw, authentic sounds and untold stories.
Katija has built a reputation as a passionate community leader and curator through her work with RIPE, creating platforms that give local artists the space to be heard, seen, and celebrated. Now, she’s bringing that same energy to the airwaves.
Each week, listeners can expect high-energy interviews, exclusive track premieres, live freestyles, and deep dives into the artists shaping the culture. From the beats to the bars, Kickin It is here to champion the next generation of hip hop voices — unfiltered, unapologetic, and uniquely Australian.
Whether you’re a long-time hip hop head or just discovering the scene, this is the place to tap in and turn up.
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This one is a little extra special for me. Joining us in the studio is Viliani. Not only an artist I have a huge amount of respect for, but also a friend and someone whose journey I’m incredibly proud to support. Melbourne-based emcee and beat maker Viliani delivers raw, unapologetic hip hop rooted in truth, […] […]
Joining me in the studio Wednesday 3rd September is Melbourne underground hip hop duo JAKE & THE FATMAN, made up of producer/MC KibbZ and MC Jake. If these two haven’t hit your radar yet, this is definitely one to tune in for. Jake & The Fatman have carved out a sound of their own — […] […]
Joining us in the studio Wednesday 26th August is Melbourne MC 01.EKKA, an independent artist keeping the foundations of golden era hip hop close while finding his own creative ways to push the culture forward. Known for thoughtful lyricism over hard kicks and vinyl loops, EKKA has shared stages with names like Brad Strut and […] […]
Tonight on Kickin’ It With Katija we have Jahkiils, Omega., Jaybob and RIPE’s own Ronks joining us for an in studio live cypher on the Spitfire Sessions ahead of this Fridays RIPE HIP HOP show – Beyond Borders at RIPE’S home The Vineyard St Kilda. Beyond Borders celebrates the artists who now call Australia home […] […]
Making his return to the Kickin’ It with Katija studio next week is CREATION! Since we last caught up, Creation has been on an incredible run, hitting the road as the main support for 360 & PEZ on the Out of the Blue Tour, performing an impressive 23 shows across Australia. It’s been a huge […] […]
🎙️ THIS WEEK ON KICKIN’ IT WITH KATIJA – HABIT 🔥 Joining us in the studio this Wednesday is one of Melbourne’s exciting emerging voices, HABIT. Fresh off the release of his debut studio album, GAP YEAR TRACKS, Habit is carving out his own lane in Australian hip hop. The 12-track, entirely self-produced project showcases […] […]
Making his return to the Kickin’ It with Katija studio for the second time is one of the UK’s finest exports turned Australian hip hop heavyweight, FRAKSHA. Known for helping pioneer grime in Australia through Smash Brothers, Fraksha has spent decades pushing boundaries, building culture and consistently delivering some of the country’s hardest bars. But […] […]
IVAN OOZE is back in the Kiss Fm studio this week! Since the last time Ivan joined us, it’s been a massive run. Fresh off touring Australia as the main support for Bliss n Eso, he’s continued to level up every part of his craft. Building his live show, sharpening his stage presence and cementing […] […]
This week we’re joined by two artists who have each made a lasting contribution to Australian hip hop in their own right Traz & Discourse. Melbourne MC Traz has carved out his own lane with thoughtful lyricism, genre-blending production and a strong collaborative spirit, while Discourse has spent many years helping shape the Australian hip hop landscape. […] […]
For the first time ever on Kickin’ It With Katija, we’re shining the spotlight on one of hip hop’s original elements as we welcome our very first beatbox guest to the studio… KUUDA! 🎤🔥 One of the fastest-rising names in the Australian beatbox scene, KUUDA has been making serious waves after competing in Break’n Bread’s […] […]
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