Matt Hsu's Obscure Orchestra Creates A Nipsey Hussle Tribute
Meet Taiwanese-Australian musician and activist Matt Hsu’s Obscure Orchestra. Matt Hsu continues to work with remarkable artists and create valuable and impactful pieces. This track pays homage to Nipsey Hussle who was an incredibly influential community leader and rap luminary.
Last Time That I Checc’d (Nipsey Hussle Tribute) highlights a variety of artists from First Nations, Sikh, Zimbabwean, Egyptian and Taiwanese backgrounds, featuring local hip-hop stars alongside new voices. Matt Hsu commented that he sought out bold voices in the Australian artist community. He wanted to find people who he felt carried the flame of Nipsey’s independent spirit and community-minded thinking. Take some time to enjoy streaming Last Time That I Checc’d (Nipsey Hussle Tribute) and get your body moving.
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