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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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Next week on Kickin’ It with Katija, we’re joined by the multi-talented Lachy Hamill. Originally from Tasmania, Lachy has been producing, rapping and creating music since he was young — and over the past few years, he’s also built a name as one of the scene’s go-to videographers. Highly respected across the community, Lachy’s been […] […]
Next week on Kickin’ It with Katija, we’ve got a Melbourne legend stepping into the studio — Ivan Ooze 🔥 Fresh off his 31 stop national tour as support for Bliss n Eso, Ivan’s been one of the wildest live acts to come out of Australia. From viral freestyles to sharing stages with Ice Cube, […] […]
Next week on Kickin’ It with Katija, we’re bringing in two heavy voices from the underground — Setho & Skrub. Both artists have been consistently putting in work, dropping raw and real tracks that speak straight from their lives and experiences on the streets. With their joint mixtape on the way, the pair are set […] […]
Our next guest is Colin Brooks, Victoria’s Minister for Creative Industries. We’ll be talking all things live music, local scenes, and the role of culture and creativity in shaping our communities. From grassroots venues to government support, and how emerging artists fit into the bigger picture — this one’s for everyone invested in the future […] […]
Next week on Kickin’ It with Katija, we’re joined live in-studio by a true pioneer of the scene — Jase Beathedz (aka Shem one). From shaping the sound of early Australian hip hop to dropping timeless instrumental projects, Jase has been behind some of the most iconic moments in the culture. We’ll be diving into his […] […]
This Wednesday on Kickin’ It with Katija, we’re joined live in-studio by the one and only Brazen Barbie — and she’s pulling up with her brand new self-titled EP BRAZEN, that dropped today! The Kenyan-Aussie artist is bringing her sharp bars, sass to the KISS FM Mixlab for a special live performance you don’t want […] […]
This week on Kickin’ It with Katija, we’re joined by one of the most successful names to ever come out of the Australian hip hop scene — Illy. From his early days on the open mic circuit in Melbourne to chart-topping albums, label shifts, and platinum hits like Papercuts, Tightrope and Then What, Illy has […] […]
Next week on Kickin’ It with Katija, we’re linking up with one of the hottest names coming out of Sydney right now — Amarni. She’s bold, original, and totally in her lane — blending hip hop, R&B, and dancehall with high energy and unshakable confidence. With viral tracks like “Beyonce” and “Free Promotion”, Amarni is […] […]
Next up on Kickin’ It with Katija, one of Australia’s most successful and recognizable rappers — 360. #^) will be joining Katija to chat about everything from his journey through the music industry, to finding new purpose, to what fans can expect on the upcoming Out of the Blue Tour, which kicks off next Friday […] […]
This Wednesday for our NAIDOC Week special, we’re proud to be shining a light on First Nations artists and the culture that continues to shape the Australian hip hop scene. Joining us live in the studio is Naarm-based rapper, dancer and all-round powerhouse Crooked TP — a proud Mutthi Mutthi, Yorta Yorta and Tongan man […] […]
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