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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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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 […] […]
Next up on Kickin’ It with Katija — Strictly D.T. A lyricist, poet, youth mentor, and all-round culture builder — Strictly D.T. is stepping into the studio for this week’s show. From the stage to the classroom, D.T. has found the rhythm between bars, fatherhood, boxing, and guiding the next generation to find their purpose. […] […]
Tune into another week of Kickin’ It with Katija, where we’re joined by Melbourne’s own Dolphin Jones — a multi-disciplinary artist whose work spans painting, gritty boom bap beats, and raw, reflective lyricism. With a sound that feels hand-cut from cassette tape and a visual style that lives between back alleys and sketchbooks, Dolphin’s world […] […]
🎧 NEXT GUEST ANNOUNCEMENT – JUNE 18TH 🔥 We’re turning the energy all the way up next week on Kickin’ It with Katija — with a DJ takeover from SELECTOR WHIZ, spinning straight heat live in studio, plus a special freestyle session from none other than THE KELLY GANG 💥 Melbourne’s underground is coming through […] […]
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