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XXL Announces Freshman Class 2013 Cover

XXL Announces Freshman Class 2013 Cover

The good folks over at XXL decided to stir things up again today with the annual release of their Freshman Class Cover. The cover, just like most lists, has its highs and lows. Check out this year's freshmen and let us know who you think will be making noise five... Read more
March 28, 2013 Audio, Fresh
Living Legends: Ice Cube (Playlist)

Living Legends: Ice Cube (Playlist)

After more than 25 years in the game, there is no question the OG Ice Cube is a living legend. Before acting, producing and becoming a media mogul, Cube was one of the most powerful and political voices in hip-hop. During a time of raging gang wars, police brutality and... Read more
March 27, 2013 Audio, Throwback
Stalley – Swangin’ ft Scarface

Stalley – Swangin’ ft Scarface

Stalley's forthcoming new album is off to a strong start. He rides a funked up Mint Condition sample and gets a verse from the one and only Scarface. Check out "Swangin'." Related: Stalley – Politics As Usual (Video)... Read more
March 26, 2013 Audio
H.O.P.E. Ft. Kendrick Lamar- Compton’s Finest

H.O.P.E. Ft. Kendrick Lamar- Compton’s Finest

Compton's very own, H.O.P.E. releases the final version of his collaboration with Kendrick Lamar. Check out the cut where the two MC's go back and forth about childhood memories while growing up in Compton. "I'll give you my album in replacement of Detox."- Kendrick Lamar. Related: Kendrick Lamar ft. Jay-z-... Read more
March 26, 2013 Audio
Talib Kweli – Makes No Sense ft Freddie Gibbs & Jon Connor

Talib Kweli – Makes No Sense ft Freddie Gibbs & Jon Connor

Talib Kweli jumps on a track with the next generation of underground lyrical assassins. Check out "Makes No Sense" featuring Freddie Gibbs and Jon Connor. Related: Snoop Dogg’s GGN with Talib Kweli (Video)... Read more
March 25, 2013 Audio
Blu – Dre Day

Blu – Dre Day

Blu pays homage to the good doctor on his latest release. Check out "Dre Day." Related: Blu & Exile – Ease Your Mind (Video)... Read more
March 23, 2013 Audio
Lord Finesse – Fat for the 90’s ft AG (Original Version) + No Gimmicks ft KRS-One

Lord Finesse – Fat for the 90’s ft AG (Original Version) + No Gimmicks ft KRS-One

Here are two rare joints from Lord Finesse. First up, is the ORIGINAL version of "Fat for the 90's" that was produced by Diamond D. Next, is a version of "No Gimmicks" with a verse from KRS-One. Check out both below. Props: 2DBZ Related: Lord Finesse – Live from Tokyo... Read more
March 23, 2013 Audio
Awolnation – Sail (Remix) ft Kendrick Lamar & Ab-Soul

Awolnation – Sail (Remix) ft Kendrick Lamar & Ab-Soul

Here's some more TDE goodness. After a new single from Schoolboy Q earlier, Kendrick Lamar and Ab-Soul drop some verses over a ridiculous beat. Check out the remix to a song called "Sail" by Awolnation. Related: Ab-Soul – ILLuminate ft Kendrick Lamar (Video)... Read more
March 22, 2013 Audio
Schoolboy Q – Yay Yay

Schoolboy Q – Yay Yay

Here's the first single from Schoolboy Q's upcoming Oxymoron album. It's a heater produced by Boi-1da. Check out Yay Yay. Related: Schoolboy Q – Party (Audio)... Read more
March 22, 2013 Audio
The Bullits – They Die By Dawn ft Yasiin Bey, Jay Electronica & Lucy Liu + They Die By Dawn Trailer (Video)

The Bullits – They Die By Dawn ft Yasiin Bey, Jay Electronica & Lucy Liu + They Die By Dawn Trailer (Video)

Whoa. Here's something you don't hear every day--Yasiin Bey and Jay Electronica flowing over a Spaghetti Western track. The song is for an upcoming Western featuring Erykah Badu, The Wire's Michael Kenneth Williams, Breaking Bad's Giancarlo Esposito, Rosario Dawson, Isaiah Washington, Bokeem Woodbine and more. Both the soundtrack and the... Read more
March 22, 2013 Audio, Video
Rittz – For Real

Rittz – For Real

Rittz has one of the fastest flows since Twista. Check out his new single, For Real. Related: Rittz – Bloody Murdah (Remix) ft Tech N9ne (Video)... Read more
March 22, 2013 Audio
Snoop Lion vs. Nardwaur (Video) + Tha Dogg Pound – Them N*ggas (Remix)

Snoop Lion vs. Nardwaur (Video) + Tha Dogg Pound – Them N*ggas (Remix)

Here's some new product from Snoop Lion and Tha Dogg Pound. First up, Snoop Lion matches wits with Nardwaur (absolutely CLASSIC--who else would discuss a Beyonce blow up doll in an interview?!). Next, is a new song from Tha Dogg Pound over a Hit-Boy beat. Check out both below. Related:... Read more
March 21, 2013 Audio, Video
Joey Fatts – Picture Me Rollin’

Joey Fatts – Picture Me Rollin’

Like that old G-Funk sound pioneered by acts like Dr. Dre, DJ Quik, Spice-1 and Tha Luniz? You know, that slow rolling, funky bass line accompanied by high synths? If so, check out this new joint by Joey Fatts and produced by Cardo called Picture Me Rollin'. #gfunklivesin2013 Related: AFH:... Read more
March 21, 2013 Audio
Happy Birthday DJ Premier (Mix)

Happy Birthday DJ Premier (Mix)

Shout out to DJ Premier, who turned 47 today. Hot 97 did a birthday mix celebrating the legendary producer and Primo showed up to give thanks. You can listen to and download the mix below. Related: DJ Premier and Joey Bada$$ in the Studio (Video)... Read more
March 21, 2013 Audio
Kidz in the Hall – No Doz

Kidz in the Hall – No Doz

Kidz in the Hall are back with a funky new joint that chops up a vintage 80's record. Check out No Doz. Related: Naledge – 55th & Cicero + Project Blowed ft Buckshot... Read more
March 19, 2013 Audio
Termanology – Bars for Days ft Nitty Scott, MC and Ea$y Money

Termanology – Bars for Days ft Nitty Scott, MC and Ea$y Money

Termanology picked a bold cover for his new project, with a nod to Kane's classic. His first single from the forthcoming Hood Politics 7. Check out "Bars for Days" featuring Nitty Scott, MC and Ea$y Money. Related: Lil Fame & Termanology (Fizzyology) – Hustler’s Ringtone ft Bun B (Video)... Read more
March 19, 2013 Audio
Kendrick Lamar Speaks to Funkmaster Flex About the B*tch, Don’t Kill My Vibe Remix with Jay-Z (Audio)

Kendrick Lamar Speaks to Funkmaster Flex About the B*tch, Don’t Kill My Vibe Remix with Jay-Z (Audio)

Kendrick Lamar speaks in detail with Funkmaster Flex about how the "B*tch, Don't Kill My Vibe" remix with Jay-Z came about, who laid the first verse and more. He also touches on being named Hottest MC in the Game by MTV. Check out the interview. Related: Kendrick Lamar – Bitch,... Read more
March 19, 2013 Audio
Black Milk – Sunday’s Best/Monday’s Worst

Black Milk – Sunday’s Best/Monday’s Worst

Here's Black Milk's first release of 2013. He flips up a gospel loop something CRAZY on part 1 and changes to an old soul sample on part 2. And, both sides have something to say. Check out Sunday's Best/Monday's Worst. Related: Black Milk – Live at Third Man Records (Full... Read more
March 19, 2013 Audio
Kendrick Lamar – Bitch, Don’t Kill My Vibe (Remix) ft Jay-Z

Kendrick Lamar – Bitch, Don’t Kill My Vibe (Remix) ft Jay-Z

The web was on fire last week after the snippet of the remix of Kendrick Lamar's "Bitch, Don't Kill My Vibe" featuring Jay-Z dropped. Now, here's the full version of the song featuring brand new verses from Kendrick (maybe the hardest he's ever gone) and a heater from Jay. The... Read more
March 18, 2013 Audio
LL Cool J – We Came to Party ft Snoop Dogg & Fatman Scoop

LL Cool J – We Came to Party ft Snoop Dogg & Fatman Scoop

Here's some new music from LL Cool J. He goes back to Cali both in terms of elements of the beat, as well as getting a verse from Snoop Dogg. Check out We Came to Party below. Related: LL Cool J – Whaddup ft Chuck D, Tom Morello, Travis Barker... Read more
March 18, 2013 Audio
Mister Cee – Nate Dogg Tribute Mix

Mister Cee – Nate Dogg Tribute Mix

We're keeping the love for Nate Dogg going. Here's a tribute mix Mister Cee did dedicated to him today. You can listen to and download it below. Related: AFH: Nate Dogg Tribute (Playlist)... Read more
March 15, 2013 Audio
AFH: Nate Dogg Tribute (Playlist)

AFH: Nate Dogg Tribute (Playlist)

SXSW is always bitter sweet for me now. On the one hand, there is really no better experience on earth for a music lover. No matter what genre of music you like and no matter what type of artist (mainstream or cutting-edge underground) there is more than you could consume... Read more
March 15, 2013 Audio, Throwback
Yelawolf – Trunk Muzik Returns (Mixtape)

Yelawolf – Trunk Muzik Returns (Mixtape)

Yelawolf's Trunk Muzik Returns mixtape has arrived. It features guest verses from Raekwon, Paul Wall, A$AP Rocky and Killer Mike. You can listen to and download the entire project below. Related: Yelawolf – F.A.S.T. Ride (Video) Download Mixtape... Read more
March 15, 2013 Audio, Mixes
Big Daddy Kane – Nite & Day

Big Daddy Kane – Nite & Day

Marco Polo has been pulling out some rare gems lately. Last week, he dropped a previously unreleased Rakim track. This week, a Big Daddy Kane joint that never saw the light of day. Check out Nite & Day. Related: Big Daddy Kane vs. Rakim: here’s the playlist that settles the... Read more
March 14, 2013 Audio
AZ – Thank You Freestyle + Raekwon – ’86 (Remix) ft AZ

AZ – Thank You Freestyle + Raekwon – ’86 (Remix) ft AZ

Here's a double dose of AZ. First up is his "Thank You" freestyle, where he goes in over four different beats. After that, check him out on the remix to Raekwon's "'86." You can listen to both songs below. Related: AZ Live in Poland (Video)... Read more
March 14, 2013 Audio
Mathematics – Face the Problemzz ft GZA, Raekwon and Cappadonna (Prod. RZA)

Mathematics – Face the Problemzz ft GZA, Raekwon and Cappadonna (Prod. RZA)

Here's another joint from Mathematics that features a nice chunk of the Wu-Tang Clan. Check out "Face the Problemzz" featuring GZA, Raekwon and Cappadonna, and produced by RZA. Related: Mathematics – Men of Respect ft Method Man, Raekwon, Cappadonna, Bad Luck, Eyes Low & Bad Luck (Audio)... Read more
March 13, 2013 Audio
Kendrick Lamar – B*tch, Don’t Kill My Vibe (Remix) ft Jay-Z (Preview)

Kendrick Lamar – B*tch, Don’t Kill My Vibe (Remix) ft Jay-Z (Preview)

The annual music smorgasbord known as SXSW is in full effect until Sunday. No doubt, there will be countless gems from the festival that we will be posting on the daily. First up? A video of Young Guru playing a remix of Kendrick Lamar's "B*tch, Don't Kill My Vibe" featuring... Read more
March 13, 2013 Audio
Yelawolf – Gangster ft A$AP Rocky & Big Henry

Yelawolf – Gangster ft A$AP Rocky & Big Henry

Here's the best leak so far from Yelawolf's upcoming Trunk Muzik Returns. Check out Gangster featuring A$AP Rocky & Big Henry. Related: Yelawolf – F.A.S.T. Ride (Video)... Read more
March 12, 2013 Audio
Mister Cee – Best of TLC & Total Mix

Mister Cee – Best of TLC & Total Mix

Mister Cee focused this week's "Best Of" mix on the sexy sounds of TLC and Total. If you like that 90's R&B, you do not want to miss this... Listen to and download the mix below. Related: Mister Cee – The Best of EPMD Mix... Read more
March 12, 2013 Audio, Throwback
Ghostface Killah & Adrian Younge – Enemies All Around Me ft William Hart of The Delfonics

Ghostface Killah & Adrian Younge – Enemies All Around Me ft William Hart of The Delfonics

Here's another eerie and cinematic collaboration between Ghostface Killah and Adrian Younge. They also brought in William Hart of The Delfonics for the hook. This is 70's soul Shaolin music. Check out Enemies All Around Me. Related: Ghostface Killah & Adrian Younge – The Sure Shot (Parts 1 & 2)... Read more
March 12, 2013 Audio
Justin Timberlake – The 20/20 Experience (Album Stream)

Justin Timberlake – The 20/20 Experience (Album Stream)

Justin Timberlake is gearing up for the release of his first album in nearly seven years. The 20/20 Experience will be released on 3/19, but you can preview the full album here. Related: Justin Timberlake – Suit & Tie ft Jay-Z (Video) Here's the tracklist: 1 Pusher Love Girl 2... Read more
March 11, 2013 Audio
Bridget Kelly – Street Dreamin’ ft Kendrick Lamar

Bridget Kelly – Street Dreamin’ ft Kendrick Lamar

Here's a hot joint from Roc Nation artist Bridget Kelly off Funkmaster Flex's upcoming mixtape Who You Mad At? Me or Yourself? She sings over 2Pac's Got My Mind Made Up track after a blistering intro from Kendrick Lamar. Check out Street Dreamin'. Props: IFWT Related: Kendrick Lamar is named... Read more
March 11, 2013 Audio
Rakim – What’s Wrong

Rakim – What’s Wrong

Here's a previously unreleased track from Rakim from 2009. Straight fire! The God MC is still dropping knowledge. Check out What's Wrong below. Here's the story about the track: “What’s Wrong,” was initially produced and recorded for Rakim’s “Seventh Seal” (2009) LP, but due to clearance issues was nixed from... Read more
March 9, 2013 Audio
Hit-Boy & HS87 – Cypher ft Schoolboy Q, Casey Veggies, Xzibit, Rick Ross, Method Man, Redman & Raekwon

Hit-Boy & HS87 – Cypher ft Schoolboy Q, Casey Veggies, Xzibit, Rick Ross, Method Man, Redman & Raekwon

Whoa... Here's a crazy cross-generational lineup of MCs. Check out Hit-Boy & HS87's Cypher featuring Schoolboy Q, Casey Veggies, Xzibit, Rick Ross, Method Man, Redman & Raekwon. Related: Hit-Boy – T.U. ft Audio Push, Problem & Juicy J... Read more
March 9, 2013 Audio
Harry Fraud – Adrift (Mixtape)

Harry Fraud – Adrift (Mixtape)

Here's Harry Fraud's latest mixtape. It's full of hot beats and features from the likes of Action Bronson, Kool G Rap, Bun B, Wiz Khalifa, Juicy J, Mac Miller, Danny Brown, Rick Ross, Trae the Truth, French Montana, Slim Thug, Sir Michael Rocks, Smoke DZA, Stalley, Pusha T, Curren$y and... Read more
March 9, 2013 Audio, Mixes
GrandeMarshall – Dedicated ft Saudi Money

GrandeMarshall – Dedicated ft Saudi Money

Here's another joint from Philly spitter GrandeMarshall. Check out "Dedicated" featuring Saudi Money. Related: GrandeMarshall – Thuggin Shidd Pt II (Video)... Read more
March 9, 2013 Audio
Harry Fraud – Marvelous ft Eddie B & Action Bronson

Harry Fraud – Marvelous ft Eddie B & Action Bronson

Here's another release from Harry Fraud's Adrift mixtape, which drops tomorrow (3/8). This one features Action Bronson and Harry Fraud's artist, Eddie B. Check out Marvelous. Related: Action Bronson – Morey Booie Boards (Prod. Harry Fraud)... Read more
March 7, 2013 Audio
Havoc – Gone

Havoc – Gone

Mobb Deep are (hopefully) coming to a city near you on their 20th anniversary tour. You can check out the dates and locations below. In the meantime, here's a new joint from Havoc. Check out Gone below. Related: Havoc - Same Sh*t Different Day (Video)... Read more
March 7, 2013 Audio
TiRon & Ayomari – No Filter

TiRon & Ayomari – No Filter

Here's some dope vibe out hip-hop from TiRon & Ayomari. Check out No Filter. Related: TiRon & Ayomari - Thing Go Right (Video)... Read more
March 7, 2013 Audio
Drake – 5AM in Toronto

Drake – 5AM in Toronto

Drake has a message for all his haters in his latest release. Here's 5AM in Toronto. Related: Drake – Started From the Bottom (Video)... Read more
March 7, 2013 Audio
Mathematics – Men of Respect ft Method Man, Raekwon, Cappadonna, Bad Luck, Eyes Low & Bad Luck

Mathematics – Men of Respect ft Method Man, Raekwon, Cappadonna, Bad Luck, Eyes Low & Bad Luck

Here's a super grimy joint from producer Mathematics that features Method Man, Raekwon, Cappadonna, Bad Luck, Eyes Low & Bad Luck. In other words, a nice chunk of Wu is in the building. Check out Men of Respect. Related: Method Man performs live in LA with RZA and Redman (Video)... Read more
March 6, 2013 Audio
Action Bronson – Morey Booie Boards (Prod. Harry Fraud)

Action Bronson – Morey Booie Boards (Prod. Harry Fraud)

Here's a new joint from Action Bronson and produced by Harry Fraud. Check out Morey Boogie Boards. Related: Action Bronson – Strictly 4 My Jeeps (Prod. Harry Fraud) (Audio)... Read more
March 6, 2013 Audio
Danny Brown – #HottestMC

Danny Brown – #HottestMC

It's that time of year when MTV sets the internet (and Heads) on fire with the controversy over their annual Hottest MCs in the Game list. So far the list is #10 Meek Mill, #9 Future, #8 A$AP Rocky, #7 Kanye West, #6 Big Sean and #5 Drake. Danny Brown... Read more
March 6, 2013 Audio
Ghostface Killah & Adrian Younge – The Sure Shot (Parts 1 & 2)

Ghostface Killah & Adrian Younge – The Sure Shot (Parts 1 & 2)

Here's some more new goodness from Ghostface Killah and producer Adrian Younge. Ghost goes in over a Grindhouse film-style guitar and some ridiculously ill live drums. Check out the song The Sure Shot (Parts 1 & 2) as well as a description of their upcoming concept album (which sounds like... Read more
March 5, 2013 Audio
Bow Wow – Grown Ass Man

Bow Wow – Grown Ass Man

Bow Wow flows over a hot araabMUZIK track in his latest release. Check out Grown Ass Man. Related: Tha Dogg Pound – LA Here’s 2 U ft Snoop Dogg (Audio)... Read more
March 5, 2013 Audio
Freddie Gibbs, Devin the Dude, Killa Kyleon, Starlito & Propain – Rollin’

Freddie Gibbs, Devin the Dude, Killa Kyleon, Starlito & Propain – Rollin’

Here's a laid-back funky track from Freddie Gibbs, Killa Kyleon, Starlito, Propain and Devin the Dude on the hook. Check out "Rollin'." Related: Devin the Dude – Wut Tha Fuk ft Slim Thug & Cory Mo... Read more
March 5, 2013 Audio
Kanye West – Hold On (Remix) ft Consequence

Kanye West – Hold On (Remix) ft Consequence

Here's a previously unreleased track from Kanye West and Consequence. Check out Hold On (Remix). Related: Kanye West – White Dress (Audio)... Read more
March 4, 2013 Audio
AFH: Best Hip-Hop of February 2013 Playlist (Audio)

AFH: Best Hip-Hop of February 2013 Playlist (Audio)

As we say hello to March, here's a look back at some of the best hip-hop to drop in February. This playlist features music from Redman & Method Man, Tha Dogg Pound & Snoop Dogg, Big K.R.I.T., J. Cole, 50 Cent & Kendrick Lamar, Joey Bada$$, Ghostface, Raekwon, Action Bronson,... Read more
March 2, 2013 Audio, Featured-homepage, Playlists
Lorine Chia – Living in Vain ft Chance the Rapper

Lorine Chia – Living in Vain ft Chance the Rapper

Here's a track from an artist named Lorine Chia who sounds kinda like a mix between Cee-Lo Green and Amy Winehouse. The heavy organ track (think Brown Sugar era D'Angelo) also features a cool verse from Chance the Rapper. Check out Living in Vain below. Related: A.ware – Outta My... Read more
March 1, 2013 Audio
Nefew – Prequel Pt 2: A Love Song

Nefew – Prequel Pt 2: A Love Song

Here's another artist new to AFH. Nefew is a group from Switzerland and their name is an acronym for New Education From Every Word. Their latest release is called Prequel Pt 2: A Love Song and Nefew's MC, Polemikk, has a flow and vocal tone that is reminiscent of Yelawolf... Read more
March 1, 2013 Audio
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