Fans of controversial Sydney rap group Onefour gathered in numbers outside popular clothing store StreetX to meet the rappers previously banned in parts of Australia . The first 50 fans inside the store on William Street received a free exclusive StreetX and Onefour t-shirt on Friday. Some fans had been waiting outside the store since 6am to be the first in line and secure a chance to meet three of their idols—Spencer “Spenny” Magalogo, Jerome Misa “J Emz” and Salec “Lekks” Su’a.
Hailing from the Western Sydney suburb of Mount Druitt, Onefour regularly rap about western Sydney gang culture, which NSW Police have claimed incites violence. Journalism for the curious Australian across politics, business, culture and opinion. Senior police in NSW also believe the group is linked to what is called “postcode gangs” in Sydney, according to The Age.
Onefour’s 2019 national tour was cancelled after venues received advice from NSW Police about needing extra security and police presence. The drill rap group will play at Metropolis in Fremantle on Friday night as part of their Get Back Tour. Some fans expressed concerns about the 18 and over gig getting a bit rowdy while others weren’t fazed about the rappers’ troubled past.
Tiarna Scott, 22, said there were safety worries about attending the show due to the gang-related content of the music. “I guess a bit of a safety worry but not fair on the band had so many shows cancelled and it’s not fair trying to do .