Hilltop Hoods
Adelaide trio of Suffa, Pressure and DJ Debris who took Australian-accented hip-hop into arenas with big-chorus anthems like 'The Nosebleed Section'.
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About Hilltop Hoods
Hilltop Hoods started in Adelaide in 1991, built around MCs Suffa and Pressure, with DJ Debris later taking over the decks. Their 2003 album The Calling, which included "The Nosebleed Section", brought them a national audience, and The Hard Road in 2006 became the first Australian hip-hop album to reach number one on the ARIA chart.
The group raps in broad Australian accents over sample-based production, often with orchestral strings and large, chantable choruses. Later singles such as "Cosby Sweater" kept them on mainstream radio. Through the Hilltop Hoods Initiative, the group has funded grants for young South Australian musicians.
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What festivals is Hilltop Hoods playing in 2027?
Hilltop Hoods is booked at 1 festival we cover: Party in the Paddock 2027.
Is Hilltop Hoods on tour?
Yes. Hilltop Hoods has 4 shows listed, from Hillarys, Australia on Nov 21, 2026 to North Wollongong, Australia on Mar 20, 2027, plus 1 festival on the page above.
Is Hilltop Hoods playing Party in the Paddock 2027?
Yes, Hilltop Hoods is on the Party in the Paddock 2027 lineup, February 4–7, 2027 at Quercus Park, Carrick, TAS, Australia. They play Sunday, February 7.
What kind of music does Hilltop Hoods play?
Hilltop Hoods plays hip-hop.
Who is in Hilltop Hoods?
Hilltop Hoods is DJ Debris, Pressure and Suffa. Former members include DJ Next.
When did Hilltop Hoods form?
Hilltop Hoods formed in Adelaide in 1991.
What was Hilltop Hoods's first album?
Hilltop Hoods's first album was A Matter of Time (1999). The latest is Fall From the Light (2025).