Hilltop Hoods sign Distribution deal with Universal
Universal Music continue to pick up Australian Hip Hop acts as part of their distribution network (see Central Station thread).
Multi-platinum Adelaide hip hop act Hilltop Hoods have moved to Universal Music, via a deal for their own Golden Era Records. The band’s fifth’s album “State Of The Art” in June is the first through the deal. The band will also be signing local and overseas acts to Golden Era. “State Of The Art” will be released in North America and Europe through Universal in June/July. The Hoods are heading then for dates around London, a showcase at Musexpo UK and playing a hip hop festival in Switzerland alongside Kanye West, 50 Cent and NERD.
Source : http://www.themusic.com.au
