Where: Belmore PCYC. 332 Burwood Road, Belmore. When: Saturday 26th July 2008 Time: Hook up @ 6:00pm for 6:15 start
New venue Belmore PCYC. 332 Burwood Road, Belmore. 1 minute walk from Belmore train station. Parking is available at the station.
More facilities B*boy & B*girl friendly polished wooden floors. Outdoor half-court for B*ballers.
Same flavour Wordsmiths, Turntablists, B*boys & Graff-writters all flowing for a higher purpose. Dope live band, wisdom for the soul and delicious food.
Wanna throw down? Part of the reason why Krosswerdz started was to provide a performance space for up and coming hip hop talent. So if you’ve been working on rhymes, beat-juggles, outlines or b*boy routines then Krosswerdz is the place to get loose!
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The hook up Want more Christian Urban Culture? Check out: www.krosswerdz.com (forums, photos, video footage & more)
Gospel Hip Hop and R&B radio: The Gospel Show 2RDJ 88.1 FM Sundays 3 - 5pm
Radio Skidrow 88.9 FM Thursdays 6 - 8pm
Got something to share? If you are interested in taking part in Krosswerdz events, whether it be preach, perform or serve, or if you have ideas for an event or what you want Krosswerdz to be, please speak to us on the night or drop us an email. e: sydney@krosswerdz.com
Scripture memory But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8
Spread the Werd and please keep praying for this ministry as we seek to use hip hop culture to honour God and share Jesus with those who do not know Him.
People might be getting up on the Sphereofhiphop forums or maybe forums generally aren't as big as what they once were due to facebook, myspace & twitter.
Thank you for letting the KW family know about Enoch. I've been praying for the James family and yesterday on The Gospel Show (88.1FM in Sydney) I mentioned it and played Introducin' from The Cross Movement's House of Representatives album as a tribute.
You're more than welcome to come and hook up with us on Saturday. Belmore is South West Sydney. It's near Lakemba and Wiley Park. If you were coming down by train you could get a country train to Central and then change lines to come out to Belmore. (The PCYC is right over the road from the train station.) Mistery? and Mask.One are both writers and they'll be there on Saturday.
Kristy D who is part of the KW team and Jesse who's also part of the KW family are based in the mountains.
We'll be having an open mic at the end of the nite so the invitation is there for you to rip a freestyle or cypha with Izzy, 21monks, Oakbridge, Mistery?, Teop...
The night before we'll be having Oakbridge's album launch at Chatswood. I'm about to post the details for that up now.
At Krosswerdz, faith meets hip hop culture. If you’re down with emceeing, turntablism, graffiti, b*boying & beatboxing then hook up with the krew at Belmore on the last Saturday of the month.
Where: Belmore PCYC: 332 Burwood Road, Belmore [across from Belmore train station] When: Saturday 31.10.2009 Time: 2 on 2 Basketball comp 4:00 – 6:00pm Hip Hop jam 6:15 - 8:00pm Dinner / cypher / chill 8:00 - 9:30pm
This month we’re setting Krosswerdz off with a 2 on 2 half-court basketball comp. Teop & DJ Soup from the Fonke Knomaads will host/MC/commentate and the Krosswerdz sound system will be in effect. So if you’re down for some b*ball action bring yo’ Jordan’s and head down for a 4:00pm start.
BroadKast performing this month at Krosswerdz! Coming live and direct from Brisbane, Hip Hop duo BroadKast are set to crush mics and spit mad flavour at this months Krosswerdz. BroadKast will also be performing at Oakbridge's album launch!
BroadKast is made up of 2 emcees; Kaleo and Mastermind (each solid individual artists in their own right), who recently joined forces in their quest for musical brilliance. Powered by their distinct beats, nimble flows and energetic live performances, BK have structured their musicianship around a strong friendship and a mutual respect for each other, which has lead to a devotion to integrity and musical professionalism. http://www.myspace.com/broadkastcrew
Anything else going down in October? Kristy D will be serving delicious food and drinks for all to enjoy, Kaleo will share a message of life and wisdom from the Werd and don't forget the open mic session too. So if you emcee or sing practice up and get ready to bust loose.
Upcoming Events and Dates for the Calendar
Krosswerdz Central Coast This Saturday, 24th October Erina Youth Centre (North South Road , Erina Fair near Gosford) 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Krosswerdz explodes on the Central Coast at Erina Youth Centre with a showcase of:
* the new WIZDM (Brethren) solo album UNRELENTING * the debut OAKBRIDGE album IT IS WHAT IT IS * Guest speaker * Hip Hop praise * Open mic // Freestyle session * Free dinner after the jam
If you’d like to know more about KWCC please get in touch with John (Teop): centralcoast @ krosswerdz.com
Oakbridge: It is what it is Album launch @ Monkey Bar 53 Orchard Road, Chatswood Friday 30th October 8pm – 12am FREE ENTRY Featuring: Freeform [SYD] Hoodstakidd [Wollongong] Broadkast [Brisbane] DJ Mathmatics [Robotek] http://www.myspace.com/oakbridgemc http://www.reverbnation.com/oakbridge
Krosswerdz November: Thanksgiving BBQ & Hip Hop Jam Belmore PCYC, Saturday 28th November This will be Krosswerdz SYD last official gathering for 2009
The Gospel Show’s 10th Anniversary Celebration & Fundraising Dinner Saturday 12th December Glorious Gospel Church 18 Hilly Street, Mortlake NSW 2037 7:30pm, $10 Dinner, drinks & entertainment Hosted by Pastor Leo Gospel Show deejays & Krosswerdz Posse
The hook up Want more Christian urban culture? Check out:
Gospel Hip Hop and R&B radio: The Gospel Show Radio Skidrow 88.9 FM Thursday 6 - 8pm
2RDJ 88.1 FM Sunday 3 - 5pm
B*boy training sessions @ Street University 1 Speed Street Liverpool Tuesday nights 5-8pm Coordinated by Mistery? & Rangi
Get your music out there If you’ve got a gospel hip hop / R&B release (album / EP / demo) and would like airplay please send it to: Krosswerdz Incorporated P.O Box 3 Liverpool NSW 2170
Remember Part of the reason why Krosswerdz started was to provide a performance space for up and coming hip hop talent. So if you’ve been working on rhymes, beat-juggles, outlines or b*boy routines then Krosswerdz is the place to get loose!
Spread the Werd and please keep praying for this ministry as we seek to use hip hop culture to honour God and share Jesus with those who do not know Him.
From the Werd… Soon afterward, Jesus went to a town called Nain, and his disciples and a large crowd went along with him. As he approached the town gate, a dead person was being carried out—the only son of his mother, and she was a widow. And a large crowd from the town was with her. When the Lord saw her, his heart went out to her and he said, "Don't cry." Then he went up and touched the coffin, and those carrying it stood still. He said, "Young man, I say to you, get up!" The dead man sat up and began to talk, and Jesus gave him back to his mother. They were all filled with awe and praised God. "A great prophet has appeared among us," they said. "God has come to help his people." This news about Jesus spread throughout Judea and the surrounding country. Luke 7:11-17
Krosswerdz Hip Hop Church “The Werd on the Street” This Saturday, 26th Sept 2009!
At Krosswerdz, faith meets hip hop culture. If you’re down with emceeing, turntablism, graffiti, b*boying & beatboxing then hook up with the krew at Belmore on the last Saturday of the month.
Where: Belmore PCYC: 332 Burwood Road, Belmore [across from Belmore train station] When: Saturday 26.9.2009 Time: Hip Hop jam 6:00 - 8:00pm Dinner / cypher / chill 8:00 - 9:30pm
To get everyone hyped up for Blackstump, Krosswerdz presents a showcase of Australian emceeing talent including Dying to be alive (Noble1 & Altamira), Mistery?, Oakbridge, Izzy and 21monks.
Also in the place will be Plastic and his wife Janny direct from the USA. Plastic runs http://www.sphereofhiphop.com and ILLECT Recordings http://www.ILLECT.com and will be sharing with us what it’s like to work in the American Christian Hip Hop music industry.
If that wasn’t enough, Oakbridge will be bringing a message of wisdom and life from the Werd, Dj Android will be ripping the wheels of steel and holding down the beats for the open mic session and Kristy D will be serving delicious food for all to enjoy.
Maximum respect! Thank you to all who took part in last month’s live nite: Pastor Jake Matthews for preaching, getting loose on the sax and supporting Izzy Public Johnson: The one and only Long John, Duke & Will Pastor Ata for playing guitar T.A.G (Truth & Grace) interpretive hip hop dancers Abel for playing bass Josh Isaac on drums Wizdm & TeOp for handling percussion Izzy for rocking his testimony track
Upcoming events and dates for the calendar Mustard Empire & Krosswerdz presents: The 2009 Christian Hip Hop Music Industry Tour Featuring USA’s Plastic & Janny of http://www.sphereofhiphop.com and ILLECT Recordings http://www.ILLECT.com
Plastic is a true pioneer of Christian Hip Hop and is tireless on the frontline of the scene we so dearly love. His experience is second to none, and even though he has been instrumental in so many of the biggest names in the American Christian music industry he is still one of the most humble and down to earth people you will meet.
Plastic, the Mustard Empire and Krosswerdz want to invite you to get together with us. To talk, share, discuss hip hop issues and ask questions. How does the American music industry work? What are realistic goals for my music career? How do you start a record label? How can I get my music out there?
Thurs 8th October Sydney: Industry night @ Liverpool. Bookings essential: 0414 927 264.
There is no fee to attend any of these events (apart from Blackstump). So if you can make it - and you should, please register your interest by emailing us at plastic@mustardempire.com to be a part of one or more of these events.
If you want to know more or make a comment about Plastic & Janny’s tour of Australia you can contact DJP by heading over to the sphereofhiphop forum: viewtopic.php?f=9&t=34110
SMASH South Maroubra Village Green Meagher Avenue Sunday 27th September 2-5pm Live graffiti by Mistery? & Mask.One, performances by Krosswerdz emcees, open mic / freestyle session and free BBQ
BLACKSTUMP CHRISTIAN MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL: IMAGINE Sydney International Equestrian Centre, Horsley Park, NSW. 2-5 October 2009 http://www.blackstump.org.au
The essential Hip Hop guide for Blackstump Saturday Night 5:00 – 8:00pm Hip Hop Showcase 09 featuring: Brethren Wizdm Mistery? Oakbridge Purified Da Profit Izzy Public Johnson TeOp & Solo Hoodsta 21monks & Laurian Bougaardt Genesiz E.E.S Dominic Brook DJ Android
Sunday afternoon Graffiti demo and freestyle session Live graff by Mask.One & Mistery? + more T.B.A Freestyle session with Izzy, 21monks, Oakbridge and Android
Krosswerdz @ Belmore PCYC Saturday 31st October Basketball comp Hip Hop jam featuring Broadkast from QLD Retro nite: wear your favourite old skool flavour hip hop threads and kicks
Krosswerdz Thanksgiving BBQ and Hip Hop Jam Belmore PCYC Saturday 28th November This will be Krosswerdz SYD last official gathering for 2009
B*boy training sessions Liverpool Street University 1 Speed Street Liverpool Tuesday nights 5-8pm Coordinated by Mistery? & Rangi
Get your music out there If you’ve got a gospel hip hop / R&B release (album / EP / demo) and would like airplay please send it to: Krosswerdz Incorporated P.O Box 3 Liverpool NSW 2170
Remember Part of the reason why Krosswerdz started was to provide a performance space for up and coming hip hop talent. So if you’ve been working on rhymes, beat-juggles, outlines or b*boy routines then Krosswerdz is the place to get loose!
Spread the Werd and please keep praying for this ministry as we seek to use hip hop culture to honour God and share Jesus with those who do not know Him.
From the Werd… For my Father’s will is that everyone who looks to the Son and believes in him shall have eternal life, and I will raise him up at the last day. John 6:40.
At Krosswerdz, faith meets hip hop culture. If you’re down with emceeing, turntablism, graffiti, b*boying & beatboxing then hook up with the krew at Belmore on the last Saturday of the month.
What: Hip Hop with a live band Where: Belmore PCYC: 332 Burwood Road, Belmore When: Saturday 29.08.2009 Time: Hip Hop jam 6:00 - 8:00pm Dinner / cypher / chill 8:00 - 9:30pm
Coming up at Krosswerdz this month you can expect...
Public Johnson will be dropping a set for your entertainment.
Pastor Jake Matthews from Penrith Christian Outreach Centre will be sharing from the Werd.
Special guest Hip Hop Dancers will also be performing.
Plus all the usual Krosswerdz Flava - open mic sesh, great food and of course ill head-nodding beats!
Krosswerdz Sydney: Hip Hop Elements, March - July 2009
At the Sydney jams we celebrated, educated and rocked the elements of true school hip hop culture. The performances, mini workshops and lessons from those skilled in the ways of each of the elements can be seen on the footage links below.
Maximum respect!
Thank you to all who took part in our Hip Hop Elements series: Dj Centrix, Psalms, B*Boy Gosh, T.C, Rival, HiJosh, Jesta, Sper2, Sear, Dums, Da Prophet, FreeForm, Phenomena, Pastor Evan, Ross C, Purified & Rahel.
Get ready for an awesome weekend with the amazing women from Krosswerdz. We will be spending a weekend together in the beautiful Blue Mountains. The retreat will be relaxing, refreshing and most of all fun. Whether you are a regular or a newbie we would really love to have you there! Cost: $20 - $60 (a donation) covers food, accommodation and activities for the weekend. To book, or for more info or a flyer: email Kristy AT krosswerdz.com
Saturday 31st October
Krosswerdz @ Belmore PCYC
Saturday 28th November
Krosswerdz thanksgiving BBQ and hip hop jam @ Belmore PCYC
News
Saturday 1st August
Madfest @ Macquarie
Anatral and Rock180 held a youth event offering something for everybody. There was Xbox on the big screen, BBQ, live graff, emcees and even a new skool vs veterans b*boy battle. Glen Gerreyn from the Oxygen Factory gave an inspirational message and 11 people made a decision for Christ.
Friday 7th August
Monkey Bar, Chatswood
The Krosswerdz posse and L.H.A supported Freeform for a relaxed nite of hip hop flavour.
Friday 14th August
Brethren "Rock" video shoot
Brethren filmed their new music video Rock, from their soon to be released 20th anniversary album Bastion. The Liverpool Street University emcees warmed the crowd up and as well as unleashing Rock, Brethren also performed their tribute to classic hip hop medley and Wizdm did an a Capella version of Facts & the Figures from his solo album Unrelenting – also available soon.
Saturday 15th August
Central Coast Krosswerdz Jam
John/Teop and Anita Riley hosted a Krosswerdz Central Coast (KWCC) planning meeting, dinner and jam. If all goes well Krosswerdz will be kicking off on the Central Coast. If you’d like to know more about KWCC please get in touch with John R: centralcoast AT krosswerdz.com
Remember Part of the reason why Krosswerdz started was to provide a performance space for up and coming hip hop talent. So if you’ve been working on rhymes, beat-juggles, outlines or b*boy routines then Krosswerdz is the place to get loose!
Spread the Werd and please keep praying for this ministry as we seek to use hip hop culture to honour God and share Jesus with those who do not know Him.
From the Werd…
Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful. And let us consider how we may spur one another on towards love and good deeds.
I'm going to be in Brisbane between Friday 3rd and Monday 6th July.
If anyone's keen to hook up especially on Sunday - go to church and talk KW/hip hop ministry please hit me up.
Friday I was planning to go and check out Rocking Horse & Butter beats records stores and Saturday I've got a Flatland BMX comp at Milton tennis courts.
I'm doing a Gospel Hip Hop radio show too and need AUS Gospel Hip Hop. If someone could hook up some QLD material for me (PJay, Broadkast, Floyd & Sparks...) that would be greatly appreciated too.
I know Revel8 has been praying for and thinking about starting KW Brisbane.
I'm coming up to Brisbane on the weekend of the 4th July for a flatland BMX comp but I was hoping to do some KW business while in town.
Maybe have a werd with REVEL8, PJAY, BROADKAST and DJP and see who's keen.
From what I can work out it seems as though people are hoping that a ministry to the hip hop community will start but the person to set it off, unite the Christian hiphoppers for the ministry and lead the charge is yet to come forward.
I know that if someone was willing to put the wheels in motion the SYD Krew would make it a priority to get up to Brisbane/Gold Coast to be there and support.
Krosswerdz Hip Hop Church presents…
Hip Hop Elements: B*Boying
This Saturday, 25th April 2009!
At Krosswerdz, faith meets hip hop culture. If you’re down with emceeing, turntablism, graffiti, b*boying & beatboxing then hook up with the krew at Belmore on the last Saturday of the month.
What: Lesson two: B*BOYING
Where: Belmore PCYC: 332 Burwood Road, Belmore
When: Saturday 25.4.2009
Time: Hook up at 6:15pm for a 6:30pm start
This month Krosswerdz celebrates the art of b*boying. Flexing mad skill on the lino will be Psalms & J.A.W.R b*boy crews. Also rocking fresh hip hop style and ready to get busy will be b*boys and poppers from all over Sydney.
Expect the spectacular!
Pastor Evan from the Embassy will be teaching from the Werd, DJ Android is set to drop classic b*boy anthems for you to get down to and as usual Kristy D will hook us all up with delicious food and drinks.
Don’t forget our open floor & mic session too. So if you b*boy, pop, lock or emcee practice up and get ready to do yo’ thing.
Krosswerdz Sydney: Hip Hop Elements, April à July 2009.
April 25: B*boying
May 30: Beatboxing
June 27: Graffiti art
July 25: Emceeing
If you’re gifted in any of the elements of hip hop and want to participate in representing a part of hip hop culture at Krosswerdz please contact us for more info.
e: sydney@krosswerdz.com
The hook up
Want more Christian urban culture?
Check out:
Gospel Hip Hop and R&B radio: The Gospel Show
Radio Skidrow 88.9 FM
Thursday 6 - 8pm
BFM 100.9 FM
Saturday 11am - 1pm
2RDJ 88.1 FM
Sunday 3 - 5pm
Breakin’ training with the J.A.W.R crew
Freestyle b*boy sessions every Thursday nite at Epping. Cnr of Beecroft & Carlingford roads. 8:00pm. (1 minute walk from Epping train station)
Remember Part of the reason why Krosswerdz started was to provide a performance space for up and coming hip hop talent. So if you’ve been working on rhymes, beat-juggles, outlines or b*boy routines then Krosswerdz is the place to get loose!
Spread the Werd and please keep praying for this ministry as we seek to use hip hop culture to honour God and share Jesus with those who do not know Him.
From the Werd…
Now if we died with Christ, we believe that we will also live with him. For we know that since Christ was raised from the dead, he cannot die again; death no longer has mastery over him. The death he died, he died to sin once for all; but the life he lives, he lives to God.
Romans 6:8-10.
At Krosswerdz, faith meets hip hop culture. If you’re down with emceeing, turntablism, graff, b*boying & beatboxing then hook up with the krew at Belmore on the last Saturday of the month.
Krosswerdz Sydney: Kicks off 31st January 2009 @ Belmore PCYC.
Where:Belmore PCYC: , Belmore When:Saturday 31.1.2009 Time:Hook up at 6:00pm for a 6:15pm start
To set off 2009 we’ll be holding a hip hop jam in true Krosswerdz style. Expect a showcase of KW affiliated artists including Mistery?, Oakbridge, 21monks & Izzy. Also in the place will be Dj Android, who will be ripping the wheels of steel and holding down the beats for the open mic session.
KROSSWERDZ SYDNEY 2009 Here’s a bit of advance notice of what we’ve got planned for 2009… At the jams we’ll be representing & celebrating the elements of hip hop throughout the year. Expect performances, mini workshops and lessons from those who are skilled in the ways of each of the elements.
If you’re gifted in any of the elements of hip hop and want to participate in representing a part of hip hop culture at Krosswerdz please contact us for more info. sydney@krosswerdz.com
Dates throughout the year to lock in (always the last Saturday of each month): 31st January, 28th February, 28th March, 25th April, 30th May, 27th June.
Krosswerdz Sydney Meets at Belmore PCYC 332 Burwood Road, Belmore. Across from Belmore train station.
NEWS The Krosswerdz team has hit 2009 running with plenty of stuff already going on in January. A big hip hop highlight for Mistery?, Oakbridge & Android was attending the official opening of the Liverppool Street University. Guests of honour were none other than hip hop legends Public Enemy. Chuck D hosted an open mic session and all the emcees in the place got the opportunity to rip freestyles. Dj Lord cut up beats and also did his My uzi weighs a ton turntablist routine. Mistery? has since returned to Liverpool Street Uni to do a full production on the main inside wall.
The Krosswerdz team visited the Wedderburn Christian Camp (south of Campbelltown) twice to hold hip hop jams with the kids. The camp had a great atmosphere and we were privileged to witness a whole lot of kids make a decision to accept and follow Jesus.
Due to the dope response of last years Rock The Riff, Izzy is planning another RTR for early 2009. Details to come soon. So if you’re based in the Penrith / Cranebrook area stay tuned…
Record label: Krosswerdz Recordings The boys have been busy recording and we’ve got 4 releases planned for 2009. Wizdm Unrelenting, Oakbridge It is what it is, Mistery? The way of the warrior and Brethren Bastian. These albums will be released and launched throughout the year.
The record label is totally independent of Krosswerdz Incorporated (KW hip hop church) but has come into existence so as to be a launching pad for Australian Christian hip hop artists.
Also coming in 2009 to Krosswerdz Sydney will be a mobile recording studio. If you emcee and want a demo CD produced, Krosswerdz will have the facilities to make that a reality.
KROSSWERDZ & THE EMBASSY PRESENTS: THE BELMORE BEACH PARTY THANKSGIVING BBQ!
Belmore PCYC: 332 Burwood Road, Belmore
Saturday 29.11.2008
3pm - late
Krosswerdz & The Embassy are uniting to hold a giant community thanksgiving BBQ, beach party style.
For one afternoon only the PCYC is going to transform into a tropical paradise with golden sand, crystal clear water and palm trees. The invitation is open to all to come and celebrate the year that has been and to thank God for all his goodness to us.
We'll be celebrating the day with plenty of food & drinks, live Reggae style worship music, games for the kids, giveaways and the Krosswerdz sound system.
A whole lot more will be happening but the Krosswerdz crew are keeping it under wraps.
This will be Krosswerdz last gathering for 2008 so come down and represent.
Mystery prizes for the best Hawaiian shirts too.
Want to know more or would like to contribute in some way or another?
Please have a word with Pastor Evan @ The Embassy or Mistery? @ Krosswerdz.
I met your crew and we exchanged numbers. It might be on the cards for me to bring the wheels of steel out to Castle Hill one Fri/Sat nite and have a hip hop jam - garage party style.
I also saw your piece at Greenway Park yesterday - FRESH. I hope you've got photos, cause it won't stay up for long (unless by some miracle).
Yes, Saturday night was hype. Great people, performances, Werd, food and friendships.
Praise the Lord for giving us everyone & everything we needed for such a tight night and for what he's doing in each and everyone of us.
I'm pumped for Rock the Riff @ Penrith on the 22nd Nov and the Belmore Beach Party the week after.
I'm so sorry to hear that you've lost someone so special to you.
Unfortunately I can sympathise with you as the Sydney Hip Hop community has been mourning most of the year with the loss of a few very close friends.
If you want some good stories, please come to Krosswerdz this Saturday night at the Belmore PCYC. (332 Burwood Road, Belmore. Next to the train station)
You can see for yourself the living proof of the life-giving work of our loving God who has done something special in each one of us.
In the place will be people who have battled with alcohol and drug abuse but have come through it and now have a passion for life and have left the destructive ways that you mentioned behind.
One of the things that Krosswerdz does / is about is recognising that we're not all the same and seeks to encourage people with their identity and give people a place where they can feel comfortable to be themselves.
The October Krosswerdz is a special ladies night too. The B*girls of Krosswerdz are leading and performing throughout the night. You can expect to hear/see/meet female emcees, graff writers, singers and ladies who love to express themselves through hip hop.
Some words of hope and comfort My soul finds rest in God alone; my salvation comes from him. He alone is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will never be shaken. Psalm 62:1-2
The Lord is gracious and righteous; our God is full of compassion. The Lord protects the simple hearted; when I was in great need, he saved me. Be at rest once more, O my soul, for the Lord has been good to you. Psalm 116:5-7
Piratequeen, I hope this helps and once again i'm sorry that you've lost someone close to you.
Firstly, thanks to the Lord for a truly blessed long weekend of worship, fellowship & gospel hip hop flavour.
Thank you to Blackstump for having us at the festival.
Thank you to Kristy D for taking care of the administration side of things and for being the KW representive to the Blackstump organisers.
Thank you to Marcelo for bringing the showcase together.
Thank you to Evan & Moira, Claude & Keren, Mr & Mrs Encina, Mask One & Meg for their hospitality.
Thank you to Mistery? for getting all the Krew from near, far and wide on the phone and getting us together.
Thank you to Pjay & Chantelle, Broadkast, E.E.S, Phenomena & DJP for making the effort to come to Blackstump.
Thank you to the Embassy Church for the Friday night Soul Session.
Thank you to Chaminda for playing drums.
Thank you to Petersham A.O.G for the rehearsal space.
Thank you to the KW posse: Jake, Shannon & Laurian, Long John Johnson, Grant H, Gavin, Kate, Sper & Nat and the Fonke Knomaads.
Thank you to all who came to Blackstump and supported. I hope you enjoyed yourselves and got something out of the Soul Session, the Hip Hop Showcase, the Sunday afternoon Graff & freestyle Jam and the Outta Town stable show.
Thank you Jesus for who you are, what you have done, are doing and will do...
Where: Belmore PCYC. 332 Burwood Road, Belmore. When: Saturday 30th August 2008 Time: Hook up @ 4:00pm What: The 4 elements, Bible teaching, open floor/mic, worship, prayer, fellowship...Glorifying God using hip hop culture.…
This month we’re setting Krosswerdz off with a 2 on 2 half-court Basketball comp. The court has a brand new surface, Evan will host/MC/commentate and Android will pump beats. So if you’re down for some b*ball action bring yo’ Jordan’s and head down for a 4:00pm START.
Also this month Krosswerdz welcomes Sydney hip hop legends, the Fonke Knomaads. Teop & DJ Soup will be performing tracks from their brand new album Cleopatra’s Bath Milk. If you want a copy of the album have a word with John or Soup on the night and they can hook you up. Artwork by KW’s own Shannon Smith. On the knowledge tip Oakbridge will be bringing a message from the Werd.
Anything else going down this month? Wordsmiths, Turntablists, B*boys & Graff-writters all flowing for a higher purpose. Dope live band, delicious food and free hip-hop stuff.
Wanna step up? Part of the reason why Krosswerdz started was to provide a performance space for up and coming hip hop talent. So if you’ve been working on rhymes, beat-juggles, outlines or b*boy routines then Krosswerdz is the place to get loose!
NEWS The Big Exo Day. Sydney Showground. Saturday 6th September 2008 Lecrae will be performing live & legendary pro skater Christian Hosoi will be ripping the vert ramp @ Monster skate park. For more info check out: www.thebigexoday.com
Blackstump Christian Music and Arts Festival Sydney International Equestrian Centre, Horsley Park. 3-6 October 2008 The premier gathering place for the Australian Gospel Hip Hop community. For more info check out: www.blackstump.org.au.
Congratulations!!! Shannon & Laurian became husband & wife on 10.8.2008.
CJ & Kate both celebrated birthdays during the month.
The hook up Want more Christian Urban Culture? Check out: www.krosswerdz.com (forums, photos, video footage & more)
Gospel Hip Hop and R&B radio: The Gospel Show 2RDJ 88.1 FM Sundays 3 - 5pm
Radio Skidrow 88.9 FM Thursdays 6 - 8pm
Got something to share? If you are interested in taking part in Krosswerdz events, whether it be preach, perform or serve, or if you have ideas for an event or what you want Krosswerdz to be, please speak to us on the night or drop us an email. e: sydney@krosswerdz.com
Scripture memory The Lord is gracious and righteous; our God is full of compassion. The Lord protects the simple-hearted; When I was in great need, he saved me. Psalm 116:5-6.
Spread the Werd and please keep praying for this ministry as we seek to use hip hop culture to honour God and share Jesus with those who do not know Him.
Where: Belmore PCYC. 332 Burwood Road, Belmore. When: Saturday 26th July 2008 Time: Hook up @ 6:00pm for 6:15 start
New venue Belmore PCYC. 332 Burwood Road, Belmore. 1 minute walk from Belmore train station. Parking is available at the station.
More facilities B*boy & B*girl friendly polished wooden floors. Outdoor half-court for B*ballers.
Same flavour Wordsmiths, Turntablists, B*boys & Graff-writters all flowing for a higher purpose. Dope live band, wisdom for the soul and delicious food.
Wanna throw down? Part of the reason why Krosswerdz started was to provide a performance space for up and coming hip hop talent. So if you’ve been working on rhymes, beat-juggles, outlines or b*boy routines then Krosswerdz is the place to get loose!
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The hook up Want more Christian Urban Culture? Check out: www.krosswerdz.com (forums, photos, video footage & more)
Gospel Hip Hop and R&B radio: The Gospel Show 2RDJ 88.1 FM Sundays 3 - 5pm
Radio Skidrow 88.9 FM Thursdays 6 - 8pm
Got something to share? If you are interested in taking part in Krosswerdz events, whether it be preach, perform or serve, or if you have ideas for an event or what you want Krosswerdz to be, please speak to us on the night or drop us an email. e: sydney@krosswerdz.com
Scripture memory But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8
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KROSSWERDZ XXIII Where: In the dungeon of 93 Audley Street, Petersham (2 minutes walk from Petersham station) When: Saturday 28th June 2008 Time: Hook up @ 6:00pm for 6:15 start
What you can expect this month… Along with all the usual flavour of freestyle sessions, fat beats and dope food, Sydney emcee Long John is set to rip the mic and Pastor Barry will share a message from the Werd.
A message for the soul… Unfortunately for Sydney’s hip hop community 2008 has so far been filled with pain and distress caused by the tragic loss of Writers, Emcees, and Deejays. It is not simply that they were so young or that they were very talented people that we respected and have been taken from us that hurts so much, rather it is that they are people that mean so much to us. They are our family and friends. We shared our lives with them and they with us and together we did what we love to do; express ourselves through the sub-culture of the hip hop lifestyle.
When someone who we deeply care for dies we can experience a whole range of emotions and feelings. Sadness, despair, grief, anger, frustration, confusion, shock, hurt and a sense of great loss. Also, at a time like this we can find ourselves asking the deep questions about our existence and our understanding of it. Why is this happening? What does it mean? How can I manage without this person in my life? What is the purpose of my life? When will I die? What will happen after I die?
How do I respond to the death of someone I care for? Mourn for the person. It’s natural to be sad and to grieve for someone you love. If you need to, talk to someone and let them know what you’re thinking and feeling. Also, be willing to make yourself available to others. People may look to you for help and comfort. Although everyone will need time to be alone to deal with the situation in their own way, working though the death of a loved one shouldn’t be done alone. Everyone in the family and group of friends will be experiencing the same things you are.
Different understandings of life and death… Many respond to existence with, ‘that’s just how things are’. We have only one life and no one knows how long that will last so do what you want and can while you have the chance.
For some, seeing a broken world that is full of death, destruction, greed, oppression, exploitation, abuse and violence come to the conclusion that existence is a matter of everyone for themselves and the only person I can trust and rely on in this world is myself.
I want to suggest that there is a God who knows what is going on in our world and sees the pain we experience.
But so what about God!? What does God have anything to do with the loss of my friends? If there is a god, why did he/she/it let what has happened happen?
Firstly, God is a God who knows us and understands us. God knows us because he is our creator. God created the earth, the seas, land and sky and everything and everyone who dwells in them. That includes us. God created humanity. Out of all of creation humans are God’s most valuable work. Humans and humans alone are made in the image of God.
God understands us… God does not look down from heaven and watch us as the world destroys itself and the innocent suffer in silence without providing a way out. God knows what it is like to be human. God sent his son Jesus to earth to become a man. In Jesus, God became fully human and experienced life as we do. He worked as a carpenter, was part of a family, had friends, went to house parties and he also became distressed and wept when he found out one of his closest friends had died. God knows what it is like to be human because he has experienced it for himself.
God also knows what it is like to lose someone you love… As mentioned before we are made in the image of God. We are truly valuable to God. He loves us and cares for us. Because God loves us and we mean so much to him he sent his own son Jesus into the world to make it possible for us to have a personal relationship with him. Because of our rebellion against God Jesus had to do more than just teach the world about how God wants us to live with him and each other. As God is a God of justice a sacrifice was required to pay the penalty for the world’s rebellion (sin) against God.
That’s what Easter is all about and why it is such an important time. At the first Easter, Jesus suffered and died for the whole world, taking upon himself the punishment every person deserves for their sin against God. He also came back to life to show that he has authority over death and that whoever puts their trust in Jesus can receive forgiveness, everlasting life and a relationship with God which starts now and continues with God for eternity.
All these points I have taken from the Bible. I wanted to share this with you so that I could reveal to you a genuine and living hope and comfort. God is forgiving, merciful, compassionate, patient and peace-making. God is love and God loves us.
To finish, some verses of Scripture which I hope will speak to you: Why are you downcast, O my soul? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Saviour and my God. Psalm 42:11.
Jesus said, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light." Matthew 11:28-30.
With all sincerity and on behalf of the Krosswerdz team,
Andrew Lightbody 23.6.2008
News This month will be the last time that Krosswerdz is held at Petersham. FROM JULY KROSSWERDZ WILL BE MEETING AT BELMORE PCYC. 332 BURWOOD ROAD, BELMORE. On Saturday we will have a new flyer available which will have all the new details for Krosswerdz meetings for the second half of 2008.
Thank you to Petersham Assemblies of God Church for letting us use your buildings and facilities for the past two years. Your generosity is greatly appreciated and without it Krosswerdz could not have made the start that we have and done the things we have done in the last 24 months.
A special thank you to Pastor Barry and Val Korabelnikoff for giving us permission to use the buildings and taking care of the administration side of things. Thank you and may God bless you and keep you, now and always.
Embassy Launch The Embassy Church now meets at Belmore PCYC. The KW team helped out at the Embassy’s opening BBQ. Mistery?, Mask One, Pensil & Carlos pieced up some boards and Dj Dizzy cut up classic funk on the wheels of steel. Ever thought about checking out Church? The Embassy meets every Sunday @ 4:00pm.
Queen’s Birthday Weekend Jazz festival @ Darling Harbour Some of the Krosswerdz posse went to check out The Bamboos perform live @ Darling Harbour. Great band. If you love funk, check these Melbourne guys out.
Brisbane Oakbridge & Mistery? visited Brisbane for a weekend of shows, outreach rallies and networking. They hooked up with Reliant, DJP, Broadcast and Floyd & Sparks.
Bondi DJ Flagrant held his ‘Home Grown’ mixtape launch party on Friday night at Bondi Hotel. On the bill was Dj Ology, Mind Over Matter, Spit Syndicate, 13th Son, Brethren, Hijack & Torcha, Phrase and Nfa. Probably the tightest Sydney hip hop show I’ve ever been too. To close the night off Dj Izm & Flagrant did a freestyle turntablist team set. Killer way to finish the show. Skills. Skills. Skills!
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Thank you Last month’s B*Boy Block Party was dope. 70 people came through to experience emcees, deejays & b*boys flex mad skill in a carpark surrounded by graff. Hip hop in its purest!
Thank you to everyone who helped make our 2nd anniversary so fresh. Whatever you did; set up, perform, bring food & drink, serve, clean up, it’s all greatly appreciated. Without you the party wouldn’t have been what it was.
Remember Part of the reason why Krosswerdz started was to provide a performance space for up and coming hip hop talent. So if you’ve been working on rhymes, beat-juggles, outlines or b*boy routines then Krosswerdz is the place to get loose!
The hook up Want more Christian Urban Culture? Check out:
Gospel Hip Hop and R&B radio: The Gospel Show 2RDJ 88.1 FM Sundays 3 - 5pm
Radio Skidrow 88.9 FM Thursdays 6 - 8pm
Got something to share? If you are interested in taking part in Krosswerdz events, whether it be preach, perform or serve, or if you have ideas for an event or what you want Krosswerdz to be, please speak to us on the night or drop us an email. e: sydney@krosswerdz.com
Spread the Werd and please keep praying for this ministry as we seek to use hip hop culture to honour God and share Jesus with those who do not know Him.
