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The art of sampling is nearly as fundamental to hip-hop as MCing. Check out this documentary on the history of sampling and its impact.

The art of sampling is nearly as fundamental to hip-hop as MCing. Check out this documentary on the history of sampling and its impact.

In the early days of sampling, it was done liberally and, at its finest, was used to create completely new sonic landscapes. Public Enemy's It Takes A Nation of Millions to Hold Us back was groundbreaking in its sound and was one of the most sample-heavy albums of all time.... Read more
January 20, 2011 Food for Thought, Video
I usually don’t post concert videos from phones but: 1. the sound quality is good on this, and 2. It’s Common…Check out his new song Believe.

I usually don’t post concert videos from phones but: 1. the sound quality is good on this, and 2. It’s Common…Check out his new song Believe.

Sounds like Kanye may have done the track: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q-2nFwPdFsk&feature=player_embedded#!... Read more
January 19, 2011 Video
Ever heard the name Steve Stoute? You definitely know his partner…Jay-Z. Even without the Jay affiliation Steve is one of the most powerful people in hip-hop. Check out this video to see why.

Ever heard the name Steve Stoute? You definitely know his partner…Jay-Z. Even without the Jay affiliation Steve is one of the most powerful people in hip-hop. Check out this video to see why.

This is from a series called INFLUENCERS.  The description of the series is below. http://vimeo.com/18910788 INFLUENCERS In-depth Series features Steve Stoute, Founder and CEO of Translation, a brand management firm that arranges strategic partnerships between Pop Culture icons (Jay-Z, Gwen Stefani, Lebron James, Justin Timberlake, etc.) and Fortune 500 companies.... Read more
January 19, 2011 Food for Thought, Video
Okay. Back to laid back and funky (er…was it soulful?). MeLo X’s Orgasmic Audio is both.

Okay. Back to laid back and funky (er…was it soulful?). MeLo X’s Orgasmic Audio is both.

It gives a new meaning to G-Funk.  Fans of New Jack City will recognize one of the samples here.  This is the remix. Click here to download.   And, here's the Christopher Williams track from New Jack City: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v0SZBFcuil4... Read more
January 19, 2011 Audio, The Bridge
The video for Point ‘Em Out by PHZ-Sicks ft Young Scolla and Seanny Greggs was shot on a shoe string budget but it’s dope to see dude’s making it happen no matter what.

The video for Point ‘Em Out by PHZ-Sicks ft Young Scolla and Seanny Greggs was shot on a shoe string budget but it’s dope to see dude’s making it happen no matter what.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c5zo2TcPtUI&feature=player_embedded... Read more
January 19, 2011 Video
Soulful and laid back is the theme so let’s keep it going. Check out Good Credit by Rain. Guaranteed to have your head noddin’.

Soulful and laid back is the theme so let’s keep it going. Check out Good Credit by Rain. Guaranteed to have your head noddin’.

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January 19, 2011 Audio
Killa Kyleon funkdafies a classic Teddy Pendergrass joint on Rubberband Bank Rolla. Need some soulful ish in your life? Look no further.

Killa Kyleon funkdafies a classic Teddy Pendergrass joint on Rubberband Bank Rolla. Need some soulful ish in your life? Look no further.

Killa Kyleon digs his old soul. On his last song Get Rich or Die Tryin', he flowed over a Sade track. The combo works for him. Click here to download.  Ahmad also rocked the same sample on Back in the Day: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0WMSovOboY And here's the original Teddy Pendergrass classic, Love... Read more
January 19, 2011 Audio, The Bridge
Outasight’s song Losing My Mind dropped last week. Here’s the video. Not surprisingly, it’s still dope…The visuals play like a day in the life of Outasight’s New York experience.

Outasight’s song Losing My Mind dropped last week. Here’s the video. Not surprisingly, it’s still dope…The visuals play like a day in the life of Outasight’s New York experience.

Click here for the song. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLCCGvhLoLs&feature=player_embedded#!... Read more
January 19, 2011 Video
Ever heard of Wes Fif? He has a dope song with Big K.R.I.T. and CyHi Da Prynce called Hometeam.

Ever heard of Wes Fif? He has a dope song with Big K.R.I.T. and CyHi Da Prynce called Hometeam.

Hometeam also features Dreamer of a group called Hollyweerd. Click here to download.... Read more
January 19, 2011 Audio
The remix for Groundhog Day by !Mayday! is a catchy little song. It features Cee-Lo, Mack Maine and GhostWridah. Check out the video.

The remix for Groundhog Day by !Mayday! is a catchy little song. It features Cee-Lo, Mack Maine and GhostWridah. Check out the video.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZVhH__dFhQM&feature=player_embedded... Read more
January 19, 2011 Video
Are there any better “freestyle” sessions than the one’s on Shade 45’s Toca Tuesdays? Saigon is the latest to drop a verse.

Are there any better “freestyle” sessions than the one’s on Shade 45’s Toca Tuesdays? Saigon is the latest to drop a verse.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gF95HoNUmFc&feature=player_embedded And this one from Cyhi Da Prynce is still one of my favorites: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iY4BAz4MlJg... Read more
January 19, 2011 Video
Tired of hearing B.o.B. on pop tracks? Check out how he goes IN on the remix of Travis Porter’s Make It Rain.

Tired of hearing B.o.B. on pop tracks? Check out how he goes IN on the remix of Travis Porter’s Make It Rain.

Click here to download.... Read more
January 19, 2011 Audio
Terrace Martin has been releasing some heat lately. His latest is a dope underground posse cut ft Murs, Schoolboy Q, Ab-Soul, Skeme, Problem and Casey Veggies.

Terrace Martin has been releasing some heat lately. His latest is a dope underground posse cut ft Murs, Schoolboy Q, Ab-Soul, Skeme, Problem and Casey Veggies.

This one weighs in at about 9 minutes strong.  There is no hook.  It's just a bunch of MCs spitting over a dope beat.  "Samples we can't even clear."  Real hip-hop. Click here to download and click here for more Terrace Martin. The length, lack of chorus and just endless... Read more
January 19, 2011 Audio, The Bridge
Reek Da Villian and Freeway kick tailor-made flows over this laid back Statik Selektah track called I’m in the Hood.

Reek Da Villian and Freeway kick tailor-made flows over this laid back Statik Selektah track called I’m in the Hood.

This is one of the better songs off the Statik Selektah and Freeway project, The Statik Free EP. Statik Selektah has been steady grinding the last few months. Click here to download.... Read more
January 19, 2011 Audio
Big K.R.I.T.’s Neva Go Back really comes alive when accompanied by a band. Check out this ill performance with Grillade.

Big K.R.I.T.’s Neva Go Back really comes alive when accompanied by a band. Check out this ill performance with Grillade.

We posted the preview of Big K.R.I.T.'s collabo with Grillade last week. This is going to be a dope EP when it drops.  Support good music.... Read more
January 19, 2011 Audio
Missed this dope article Complex did on the Top 25 Kanye West verses of 2010 but it’s worth posting late.

Missed this dope article Complex did on the Top 25 Kanye West verses of 2010 but it’s worth posting late.

It includes a breakdown of each verse along with an audio snippet. It's a must for all Kanye fans. Big props to Complex for this.  Click here for the article.  Below is the intro. From Complex: 2010 belonged to Kanye West. He was the year's most creative, controversial, and entertaining... Read more
January 17, 2011 Food for Thought
This track for Members Only Jacket Music by The NU Revolution Camp is official. The sample is mostly violin and there’s no real bass line, so it’s a nice contrast to the usual.

This track for Members Only Jacket Music by The NU Revolution Camp is official. The sample is mostly violin and there’s no real bass line, so it’s a nice contrast to the usual.

Click here to download.... Read more
January 17, 2011 Audio
Here’s another video premiere. This one is courtesy of Snoop Dogg and Wiz Khalifa for That Good. I bet you can guess the theme…

Here’s another video premiere. This one is courtesy of Snoop Dogg and Wiz Khalifa for That Good. I bet you can guess the theme…

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4lkXxO4YgY&feature=player_embedded... Read more
January 17, 2011 Video
You’ve heard Saigon’s Greatest Story Never Told. Here’s the video.

You’ve heard Saigon’s Greatest Story Never Told. Here’s the video.

The album drops on 2/15. Support good music.... Read more
January 17, 2011 Video
Happy MLK Day. It’s a day of reflection so here’s a playlist that reflects many perspectives on the State of the Union 82 years after the birth of the man named King.

Happy MLK Day. It’s a day of reflection so here’s a playlist that reflects many perspectives on the State of the Union 82 years after the birth of the man named King.

You'll find music from Common, Black Star, Nas, Actual Proof, J. Cole, Big K.R.I.T., 2Pac and others. Enjoy and keep the dream alive.... Read more
January 17, 2011 Playlists
AFH TV – Your 24-Hour Fix of the Best in Hip-Hop

AFH TV – Your 24-Hour Fix of the Best in Hip-Hop

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January 16, 2011 TV
Could Araabmuzik be the next producer to dominate hip-hop? @omarakil3 thinks so after seeing his razor sharp skills on the MPC beat machine. What do you think?

Could Araabmuzik be the next producer to dominate hip-hop? @omarakil3 thinks so after seeing his razor sharp skills on the MPC beat machine. What do you think?

The kid in this post just might have invented the next trending topic in hip-hop battling, cause he most likely won't be (or is not) the only game in town for much longer. But for now, ARAABMUZIK is definitely a beat machine savant. If you haven't heard of this guy,... Read more
January 16, 2011 Video
With the NFL playoffs heating up and DJ Premier dropping some heat on that Reks track, it’s perfect timing for this week’s PREEM-EAR by @omarakil3.

With the NFL playoffs heating up and DJ Premier dropping some heat on that Reks track, it’s perfect timing for this week’s PREEM-EAR by @omarakil3.

PREEM-EAR: NICK JAVAS PEPSI NFL AUDIBLE Sorry folks about the delay. The PREEM-EARs have been more delayed than a NY snow plow after the 2010 Blizzard. But being a true fan of a the grid-iron I'm back for the NFL Playoffs. Or should I say Nick Javas is back for... Read more
January 16, 2011 Video
Reks wrecks a DJ Premier beat on 25th Hour. This is vintage Primo. Check it out.

Reks wrecks a DJ Premier beat on 25th Hour. This is vintage Primo. Check it out.

There are tags on this one but I'm betting you won't care by the end. Click here to download.... Read more
January 16, 2011 Audio
Lloyd Banks is really, really underrated. He consistently puts out quality joints. Here’s one called Fly Like the Wind ft Jim Jones.

Lloyd Banks is really, really underrated. He consistently puts out quality joints. Here’s one called Fly Like the Wind ft Jim Jones.

Click here to download.... Read more
January 16, 2011 Audio
Wow. Copywrite go IN lyrically on Mega Mega. Here’s the video ft Camu Tao, Tage, Jakki and RJD2.

Wow. Copywrite go IN lyrically on Mega Mega. Here’s the video ft Camu Tao, Tage, Jakki and RJD2.

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January 16, 2011 Video
Saigon’s album is sounding like it’s going to be a classic. Here’s another hot joint called Clap from the forthcoming Greatest Story Never Told. It features Faith Evans singing the best gospel heard on a track since Jesus Walks.

Saigon’s album is sounding like it’s going to be a classic. Here’s another hot joint called Clap from the forthcoming Greatest Story Never Told. It features Faith Evans singing the best gospel heard on a track since Jesus Walks.

Once again, Just Blaze provides the fire on the track. Click here to download.  The Greatest Story Never Told drops on 2/15. Here's some more of that gospel rap: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MYF7H_fpc-g&ob=av2el And, here's an interview with Saigon: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cSq7ocQm41s&feature=player_embedded... Read more
January 16, 2011 Audio, The Bridge
Actual Proof’s Talented Tenth album dropped on Dr. King’s birthday. There have been a lot of great leaks from this one the last few days. Here’s one more and a link to download the album. They’re giving the album away for free but it would have been worth buying.

Actual Proof’s Talented Tenth album dropped on Dr. King’s birthday. There have been a lot of great leaks from this one the last few days. Here’s one more and a link to download the album. They’re giving the album away for free but it would have been worth buying.

Click here to download the album from DJ Booth's site.  Here's the official description of the album: Fresh off their DJ Booth approved single Breathe, Sundown and Enigma, together known as Actual Proof, are proud to present The Talented Tenth. The project is comprised of two sides - The Dr.... Read more
January 16, 2011 Audio, Mixes
Something about TiRon and Ayomari’s Good Food reminds me of The Pharcyde. What do you think?

Something about TiRon and Ayomari’s Good Food reminds me of The Pharcyde. What do you think?

Both groups have similarly light-hearted, melodic flows and the ability to rhyme about silly subjects but still keep them engaging. Click here to download.  And here's a little Pharcyde for ya: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eJunijzmjks&ob=av2el... Read more
January 16, 2011 Audio, The Bridge
DJ Khaled’s Welcome to My Hood will be rocking the clubs for a minute. It features Rick Ross, Plies, Lil Wayne and T-Pain.

DJ Khaled’s Welcome to My Hood will be rocking the clubs for a minute. It features Rick Ross, Plies, Lil Wayne and T-Pain.

Click here to download.... Read more
January 16, 2011 Audio
This week’s playlist is an ode to some of the G-Funk greats of the 90s. Some will be expected–Dre, Snoop, DJ Quik, Ice Cube–but there may be a couple of surprises that make your head nod a little harder.

This week’s playlist is an ode to some of the G-Funk greats of the 90s. Some will be expected–Dre, Snoop, DJ Quik, Ice Cube–but there may be a couple of surprises that make your head nod a little harder.

I was catching up on some reading today and finally read the Wiz Khalifa article in the October 2010 issue of XXL magazine (the whole issue was incredible).  There was a line in the Wiz article that struck me.  It was something to the effect of Wiz having moved from... Read more
January 14, 2011 Audio, Playlists, Throwback, Video
This may be blasphemy but the hook on Rittz’s Fulla Sh*t sounds just like Pimp C. It’s fitting coming from a dude who named his album White Jesus. This song is TOUGH. It features Big K.R.I.T. and Yelawolf. One of the strongest to drop in a while.

This may be blasphemy but the hook on Rittz’s Fulla Sh*t sounds just like Pimp C. It’s fitting coming from a dude who named his album White Jesus. This song is TOUGH. It features Big K.R.I.T. and Yelawolf. One of the strongest to drop in a while.

Rittz actually has the best verse on the song, and that's saying something with K.R.I.T. and Yelawolf on the track.... Read more
January 13, 2011 Audio
Statik Selektah drops a cool animated video on a track that sounds like it could have been done in the mid-90s (and I mean that in the best possible way) for the song 17 ft Mac Miller and JFK.

Statik Selektah drops a cool animated video on a track that sounds like it could have been done in the mid-90s (and I mean that in the best possible way) for the song 17 ft Mac Miller and JFK.

This is from Statik Selektah's album called Leftovers. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QNYFSE3AvTI&feature=player_embedded... Read more
January 13, 2011 Video
Here’s a 4th track from the upcoming Actual Proof project called The Talented Tenth. These dudes are serious. Serious lyrics, serious beats, serious talent. This one is called The March.

Here’s a 4th track from the upcoming Actual Proof project called The Talented Tenth. These dudes are serious. Serious lyrics, serious beats, serious talent. This one is called The March.

The track is produced by Khrysis who Little Brother fans might remember from some quality collaborations.  If you missed the other Actual Proof leaks, click here.  Or, wait to get the Talented Tenth album which drops on 1/15, MLK's bday.  It sounds like it will definitely be worth it.  Support... Read more
January 13, 2011 Audio, The Bridge
It’s been a good week for Chicago MCs. Rockie Fresh and Naledge from Kidz in the Hall make it even better. Check out the video for Living.

It’s been a good week for Chicago MCs. Rockie Fresh and Naledge from Kidz in the Hall make it even better. Check out the video for Living.

Kids These Days kicked off the week showing there's room for more than one hip-hop band and Rockie Fresh ends it showing there are more Chicago MCs than those named Common and Kanye. Check out Living: http://vimeo.com/18327852... Read more
January 13, 2011 Video
How could I not post a new joint by Showbiz and KRS-ONE ? This one is called We Love This and also ft Fred Tha Godson

How could I not post a new joint by Showbiz and KRS-ONE ? This one is called We Love This and also ft Fred Tha Godson

Click here to download.  And, here are a couple of classics from Showbiz and the blastmaster KRS-ONE: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E_jpVH3nlZo http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cDyYHIDJ1CQ... Read more
January 13, 2011 Audio, The Bridge, Throwback
Mickey Factz made some noise in the fall of 2010 but then he disappeared. He’s back with a new song called Black Tearz pt 2. Part 1 was cool, but part 2 is fire. Check it out.

Mickey Factz made some noise in the fall of 2010 but then he disappeared. He’s back with a new song called Black Tearz pt 2. Part 1 was cool, but part 2 is fire. Check it out.

Mickey Factz's Paradise had a sonic feel that was similar to Public Enemey #1.  This one is much more smoothed out. Click here to download.  Here's Black Tearz part 1, in case you missed it.  Both start with a sample from Spike Lee's classic, School Daze.  Is Mickey telling us... Read more
January 13, 2011 Audio, The Bridge
Once again it’s the man with the master plan, they call him Sam and I think u better recognize. Here’s a “new” Sam Sneed joint called Lady Heroin.

Once again it’s the man with the master plan, they call him Sam and I think u better recognize. Here’s a “new” Sam Sneed joint called Lady Heroin.

Judging by the looks and sound of this however it's much more likely an unreleased gem from the early 90's.  Not mad at that though.  It was a classic era in hip-hop, especially G-Funk, and Sam Sneed was one of those "underground" West Coast legends. Here's Sam's classic U Better... Read more
January 13, 2011 Audio, Throwback, Video
Here’s more Actual Proof that they are dope. This one is called Great Minds. Their album The Talented Tenth drops on MLK’s bday. Not a coincidence…

Here’s more Actual Proof that they are dope. This one is called Great Minds. Their album The Talented Tenth drops on MLK’s bday. Not a coincidence…

Click here to download.  If you like what you hear, click here for more Actual Proof.... Read more
January 13, 2011 Audio
This new Naughty by Nature song caught me by surprise. It’s more proof there’s no expiration date on the age for making good hip-hop. Check out the video for FLAGS ft Jaheim and Bilal.

This new Naughty by Nature song caught me by surprise. It’s more proof there’s no expiration date on the age for making good hip-hop. Check out the video for FLAGS ft Jaheim and Bilal.

The video is a mini-movie that features Ice-T. It's a little heavy-handed but has a positive message: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xtJi8SE69E8&feature=player_embedded... Read more
January 12, 2011 Video
Got beats? Here are some soulful instrumentals from an artist named Jansport J. You can listen to the whole album, Save My Soul, below.

Got beats? Here are some soulful instrumentals from an artist named Jansport J. You can listen to the whole album, Save My Soul, below.

If you like what you hear, support good music.... Read more
January 12, 2011 Audio, Playlists
So while we’re on the topic…what is Underground anyway?

So while we’re on the topic…what is Underground anyway?

Is it a genre? A description of an artist's commercial status? A reflection of whether you're signed to a major label? All of the above? Neither? People use the term all the time. "I like underground rap." "They're too underground, they'll never sell." "Let's keep it on the underground tip..."... Read more
January 12, 2011 Food for Thought
It wouldn’t be right to have a night dedicated to underground rap without featuring Mr. Underground, Talib Kweli. Check out this interview on his career and new album.

It wouldn’t be right to have a night dedicated to underground rap without featuring Mr. Underground, Talib Kweli. Check out this interview on his career and new album.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dPBTspue2Xg&feature=youtube_gdata_player... Read more
January 12, 2011 Video
Stalley is one of the freshest cats to hit the underground scene in a while. Check out The Tune Up.

Stalley is one of the freshest cats to hit the underground scene in a while. Check out The Tune Up.

Click here to download Monkey Ish, another super hot track from Stalley. Click here to download.... Read more
January 12, 2011 Audio
Good things come in 2s. 2 nights, 2 strong cuts from Actual Proof. Dream was produced by 9th Wonder and Breathe sounds like it was produced by DJ Premier but was produced by AMP. Still underground…and hot.

Good things come in 2s. 2 nights, 2 strong cuts from Actual Proof. Dream was produced by 9th Wonder and Breathe sounds like it was produced by DJ Premier but was produced by AMP. Still underground…and hot.

Actual Proof are 9th Wonder's new project (sorry LB fans).  9th and Phonte recently squashed their long-standing beef but there are no plans for a Little Brother reunion.  In the meantime, Actual Proof are not a bad look. Actual Proof - Dream Click here to download. Actual Proof - Breathe... Read more
January 11, 2011 Audio
Mike Jaggerr’s Cruise Control with Big K.R.I.T. dropped a few nights ago. Here’s the mixtape.

Mike Jaggerr’s Cruise Control with Big K.R.I.T. dropped a few nights ago. Here’s the mixtape.

If you missed it, here's Cruise Control (or listen below). Click here to download from the official web site.  Here's the tracklist:... Read more
January 11, 2011 Audio, Mixes
Let’s keep it strictly underground tonight. Here’s a hot one from J. Pinder aptly titled All That Fire.

Let’s keep it strictly underground tonight. Here’s a hot one from J. Pinder aptly titled All That Fire.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DUViTbzeNkM&feature=player_embedded#!... Read more
January 11, 2011 Video
Here are 2 dope joints straight from the underground. Check out Varsity Blues 2 by Murs and I’ma Murder by Jarren Benton.

Here are 2 dope joints straight from the underground. Check out Varsity Blues 2 by Murs and I’ma Murder by Jarren Benton.

Murs' Varsity Blues was produced by Aesop Rock and I'ma Murder was produced by SMKA.  Both showcase lyrics first but the tracks are still official.  I might blow up but I won't go pop... Murs - Varsity Blues Click here to download. Jarren Benton w SMKA - I'ma Murder Click... Read more
January 11, 2011 Audio
Young Lace may remind you of another young rapper who is a fan of the medicinal. Check out his video for…Gettin’ High.

Young Lace may remind you of another young rapper who is a fan of the medicinal. Check out his video for…Gettin’ High.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=59_c36UkUsM&feature=player_embedded... Read more
January 11, 2011 Video
Keeping it on the live hip-hop tip, check out Big K.R.I.T. in the studio with a band called Grillade. If this preview is any indication, K.R.I.T. is still on the come up.

Keeping it on the live hip-hop tip, check out Big K.R.I.T. in the studio with a band called Grillade. If this preview is any indication, K.R.I.T. is still on the come up.

By now, you know we're FANS of K.R.I.T. Here's another reason why: http://vimeo.com/18493067 According to Yours Truly, there will be a whole EP released called The Grillade Sessions.  Let's hope.  In the meantime, here's the original for Something, the song featured in the video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sf_EgwVmXLk... Read more
January 11, 2011 Video
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