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Here’s some new J. Cole. He and Big K.R.I.T. are carrying the torch for true Southern spitters.

Here’s some new J. Cole. He and Big K.R.I.T. are carrying the torch for true Southern spitters.

The track is called Killers and there's an interesting story behind it. Here's the story: From Alex Haldi: Hello All, Unfortunately our first single leaked ahead of time but I would really appreciate if you could link the artwork and our blurb. Its for Charity and this is by far... Read more
March 15, 2011 Audio
American Rapstar is the third song to drop from Big K.R.I.T.’s upcoming album. He’s 3 for 3.

American Rapstar is the third song to drop from Big K.R.I.T.’s upcoming album. He’s 3 for 3.

Check it out. Click here to download.  Click here for more Big K.R.I.T.... Read more
March 15, 2011 Audio
Here’s one more from the good folks holding it down for the South–new Big K.R.I.T.

Here’s one more from the good folks holding it down for the South–new Big K.R.I.T.

This one is called Time Machine. It's comfort food for your mental. Just a little less than 2 weeks left before K.R.I.T.'s album drops. Click here to download.... Read more
March 10, 2011 Audio
It’s a good day for mixtapes. First up is Rittz who killed it a few months ago with Fulla Sh*t ft Yelawolf and Big K.R.I.T.

It’s a good day for mixtapes. First up is Rittz who killed it a few months ago with Fulla Sh*t ft Yelawolf and Big K.R.I.T.

That song and more are on the mixtape White Jesus.  Dude spits. You can listen to the whole thing and download it below. And here's the video for the title cut, which was directed by Yelawolf: http://vimeo.com/20774305 Download Mixtape... Read more
March 9, 2011 Audio, Mixes, Video
Big K.R.I.T. was definitely deserving of the XXL Freshman look. He’s just beginning.

Big K.R.I.T. was definitely deserving of the XXL Freshman look. He’s just beginning.

Here's the first leak from his upcoming album Returnof4eva.  The song is called Dreamin'.  It's more everyday struggle, reality rap. Click here to download.  Here's what K.R.I.T. had to say about Dreamin': This is the 1st leak of my new Album “Returnof4eva” (artwork by Eric Bailey) The song is called... Read more
February 28, 2011 Audio
Gotta show love to Big K.R.I.T. Especially when he’s kicking new ish.

Gotta show love to Big K.R.I.T. Especially when he’s kicking new ish.

This is a snippet from his upcoming project Live From The Underground. Low budget video but hot as hell!! Nothing else needed but the music. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U3Y2OML1LWE&feature=player_embedded... Read more
February 23, 2011 Video
Here’s the first full visual from Big K.R.I.T.’s project with the band Grillade. It’s an in-studio performance of Hometown Hero, shot stylishly in black and white.

Here’s the first full visual from Big K.R.I.T.’s project with the band Grillade. It’s an in-studio performance of Hometown Hero, shot stylishly in black and white.

Big K.R.I.T. gets MAJOR props for branching out like this so early in his career. Few rappers take on the live band aspect and when they do it's after they're 3 or more albums deep. Even fewer incorporate a rock element into their sound. K.R.I.T. is doing both before even... Read more
January 25, 2011 Audio, The Bridge, 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
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
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
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
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
Newcomer Mike Jaggerr comes with a slinky joint as laid back as its title–Cruise Control. And he invited Big K.R.I.T. for the ride. Check it out.

Newcomer Mike Jaggerr comes with a slinky joint as laid back as its title–Cruise Control. And he invited Big K.R.I.T. for the ride. Check it out.

Click here to download.... Read more
January 8, 2011 Audio
We’ve been drawing the comparisons between Big K.R.I.T. and J. Cole for some time. Now you can witness their first meeting. Check it out.

We’ve been drawing the comparisons between Big K.R.I.T. and J. Cole for some time. Now you can witness their first meeting. Check it out.

The 2 were joined by CyHi Da Prynce, another dope up and comer in the game. Peep some of the other similarities between J. Cole and Big K.R.I.T. here. http://vimeo.com/18394927... Read more
January 4, 2011 Video
Here's is yet another dope track from Big K.R.I.T. This one is called Moon & Stars (remix) ft Curren$y and Killa Kyleon and it's another reason to download his mixtape.

Here's is yet another dope track from Big K.R.I.T. This one is called Moon & Stars (remix) ft Curren$y and Killa Kyleon and it's another reason to download his mixtape.

If you've been rockin' with me for a minute, you know how I feel about Big K.R.I.T.  This one is soulful: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DtdMBvIqFKI Click here to download.    ... Read more
December 16, 2010 Audio
Big K.R.I.T. is like the J. Cole of the South. He's a dope up and coming lyricist who actually has something to say. If you're not up on him, remember his name. Check out the video for Can't Be All.

Big K.R.I.T. is like the J. Cole of the South. He's a dope up and coming lyricist who actually has something to say. If you're not up on him, remember his name. Check out the video for Can't Be All.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z83PpWGeARo&feature=player_embedded#! If you haven't heard his mixtape, it's one of the best of the year.  You can find it here.... Read more
December 2, 2010 Video
New school is showing love to the old school today. Big K.R.I.T. rides a Souls of Mischief track on Somedayz

New school is showing love to the old school today. Big K.R.I.T. rides a Souls of Mischief track on Somedayz

Somedayz – Big K.R.I.T. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2oVgq-QrwRM Here’s the classic Souls of Mischief joint, ’93 til Infinity: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wP56Tf5fpjM&feature=player_embedded …as well as an ill version by Kidz in the Hall, Wheelz Fall Off (’06 Til): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8VUxm8jRoNw&feature=player_embedded …finally the original, a song called Heather by Billy Cobham.  The sampled part start at 2:03 (wait... Read more
August 26, 2010 The Bridge, Video
Big K.R.I.T. Mixtape – K.R.I.T. Wuz Here

Big K.R.I.T. Mixtape – K.R.I.T. Wuz Here

Glass House - Big K.R.I.T. ft. Wiz Khalifa and Curren$y http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a7FjBvhu3Gk If you like what you heard above, click here to download the mixtape.  The tracklist is below. 01. Return Of Forever (ft. Big Sant) 02. Country @*#$! 03. Just Touched Down 04. Hometown Hero 05. Viktorious 06. See Me... Read more
August 13, 2010 Audio, Mixes
Wiz Khalifa and Curren$y lace another track–this time with Big K.R.I.T. on Glass House

Wiz Khalifa and Curren$y lace another track–this time with Big K.R.I.T. on Glass House

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Dxi4OsT1jc Click here to download.... Read more
August 6, 2010 Audio, Video
Celebrate Hip-Hop’s Birthday In A BIG Way With These 40 Mixes

Celebrate Hip-Hop’s Birthday In A BIG Way With These 40 Mixes

Earlier this week, on August 11, Hip-Hop celebrated its 49th birthday. Now deemed a holiday, August 11 honors the 1973 date that DJ Kool Herc and his sister Cynthia Campbell hosted a Back To School Jam at 1520 Sedgwick Avenue's rec center in New York's Bronx borough. Approaching 50 years... Read more
August 13, 2022 Mixes
Rapsody Details Making Eve & Describes The Big Response To 1 Of 2019’s Best LPs

Rapsody Details Making Eve & Describes The Big Response To 1 Of 2019’s Best LPs

In late August, Rapsody released her Eve album. The North Carolina native's third full-length raised the stakes on a critically-acclaimed discography with a profound concept. Across 16 songs, Rapsody celebrated Black women with namesake titles, open to varying interpretations and connections. Whether they were clear-cut tributes or loose homages, the... Read more
November 26, 2019 Interview
EPMD Are Working On A New Album & It’s Big Business (Video)

EPMD Are Working On A New Album & It’s Big Business (Video)

Erick Sermon and Parrish Smith are back to work more than 30 years since the release of EPMD's debut album, Strictly Business. At Long Island, New York's Def Squad Studios, speaking to AFH TV, Erick and Parrish dropped some new information about the duo's upcoming eighth album, said to be titled... Read more
May 28, 2019 Interview, News, Video
The LOX Have Big Plans For 2019. A New Song Shows They’re Just Getting Started (Audio)

The LOX Have Big Plans For 2019. A New Song Shows They’re Just Getting Started (Audio)

Life is too short to listen to bad music. So…let Ambrosia For Heads fight through it for you and only supply you with that great stuff. Despite the reports, Hip-Hop is alive and well and, in many ways, is better than it’s ever been. Not only are we able to... Read more
May 10, 2019 Audio
Mannie Fresh Breaks Down The Making Of Juvenile’s Biggest Hit

Mannie Fresh Breaks Down The Making Of Juvenile’s Biggest Hit

Just over 20 years ago, on November 3, 1998, Juvenile released his third album, 400 Degreez. The Cash Money Records release would go on to achieve quadruple platinum certification, becoming the label's most commercially successful release. Like all the CMR releases at that time, the entire effort was produced by... Read more
February 17, 2019 Video
Erick Sermon Details EPMD’s Terrible 1st Contract & How They Got The Big Payback

Erick Sermon Details EPMD’s Terrible 1st Contract & How They Got The Big Payback

EPMD is one of those groups that are always mentioned among Hip-Hop's legendary duos, however it always seems like they don't quite get their full due. That was especially true of a mid-1980s contract that the pair of Erick Sermon and Parrish Smith signed. They later got the big payback... Read more
November 27, 2018 Audio
Who Had The Best Rap Album Of 2017 (Battle 8): Kendrick Lamar vs. Big Sean

Who Had The Best Rap Album Of 2017 (Battle 8): Kendrick Lamar vs. Big Sean

We have our opinions on the best albums of 2017, but rather than simply list them, we thought it would be more interesting to hear what you, the readers, believe is the Best Rap Album of 2017. With that in mind, we decided to make our Best Rap Albums Of... Read more
December 25, 2017 Best Rap Album 2017
David Banner’s New Album Features Black Thought & K.R.I.T. (Full Audio Stream)

David Banner’s New Album Features Black Thought & K.R.I.T. (Full Audio Stream)

It has been six and a half years since David Banner released an album. In some circles, that Death Of A Pop Star collaboration with 9th Wonder was considered some of D.B.'s finest songwriting. The Mississippi MC/producer with three Top 10 LP releases has thrived without the album format. Now... Read more
May 19, 2017 Audio
Lupe Raps That Kendrick, K.R.I.T. & More Embody Hip-Hop. But He’s Still The Heart (Audio)

Lupe Raps That Kendrick, K.R.I.T. & More Embody Hip-Hop. But He’s Still The Heart (Audio)

On Thursday (March 30), Kendrick Lamar released "HUMBLE." The video single arrived just over one week before Dot's upcoming album, confirmed one week prior. In the song, the Compton, California MC spit "I'm so f***in' sick and tired of the Photoshop / Show me somethin' natural, like afro on Richard... Read more
April 2, 2017 Audio
Dead Prez Lead The Most Meaningful BET Cypher Ever. It’s Bigger Than Hip-Hop (Video)

Dead Prez Lead The Most Meaningful BET Cypher Ever. It’s Bigger Than Hip-Hop (Video)

Tonight, BET aired its annual Hip Hop Awards. The show honored Snoop Dogg as the recipient of the "I Am Hip-Hop Icon Award," which was presented to him by Kendrick Lamar, and included performances by Gucci Mane, Travis $cott, Lil Uzi Vert, Young Thug, Young M.A., Quavo and more. Big... Read more
October 4, 2016 Video
Big KRIT Discusses Having to Choose Between Eating & Paying His Phone Bill (Video)

Big KRIT Discusses Having to Choose Between Eating & Paying His Phone Bill (Video)

Big K.R.I.T. now has 2 major record label album releases and several years of touring under his belt, which has afforded him a life of financial stability. Just 6 years ago, however, his circumstances were radically different. In an interview on ESPN's Highly Questionable, the Meridian, MS MC talked about... Read more
October 1, 2015 Video
Finding The GOAT: J. Cole vs. Big K.R.I.T…Who You Got?

Finding The GOAT: J. Cole vs. Big K.R.I.T…Who You Got?

As we continue the ultimate battle for the title of the GOAT (Greatest of All-Time), we are asking you to help us rank who is the greatest MC to pick up a mic. We will take over 35 years of Hip-Hop into consideration, pairing special match-ups in a sequence not... Read more
October 13, 2014 Fresh
Inspectah Deck & Big K.R.I.T On The Same Track? True & Groovin’ (Audio)

Inspectah Deck & Big K.R.I.T On The Same Track? True & Groovin’ (Audio)

Some collaborations work better on paper. Others, however, might sound cacophonous in theory, but work incredibly well. In creating his "Colosseum," A-Villa amassed Wu-Tang Clan swordsman Inspectah Deck, Big K.R.I.T., and Termanology—three MCs that arguably represent different corners of the "dope Hip-Hop" carryall. Krizzle kicks things off with a sharp... Read more
October 8, 2014 Audio, Fresh
The Week in Hip-Hop Video: Royce Da 5’9″ & DJ Premier, Common, Styles P, Cormega, Joey Bada$$, Jeezy, Big KRIT & More (Video Playlist)

The Week in Hip-Hop Video: Royce Da 5’9″ & DJ Premier, Common, Styles P, Cormega, Joey Bada$$, Jeezy, Big KRIT & More (Video Playlist)

The week in video brought an incredible teaser from Royce Da 5'9", DJ Premier & Adrian Younge, dope freestyles from Joey Bada$$ and Murda Mook, videos from Styles P & Chris Rivers, Cormega, Mursday, Jeezy and Apollo Brown & Ras Kass, conversations with Big K.R.I.T. and Ab-Soul, and an amazing... Read more
September 21, 2014 Playlists, Video
Running In From Left Field…Big K.R.I.T Remixes alt-J & It’s Great (Audio)

Running In From Left Field…Big K.R.I.T Remixes alt-J & It’s Great (Audio)

Big K.R.I.T's crates run deep, and current. The Mississippi producer/MC who sampled Adele on "Hometown Hero" now looks to take a spin with alt-J's hit "Every Other Freckle." The remix, which is official by the way, finds Krizzle getting especially sexual on the record about physical infatuation. With platinum singles... Read more
September 15, 2014 Audio, Fresh
Big Boi Gets All Mixed Up With B.o.B., Third World & Wavves (Audio & Video)

Big Boi Gets All Mixed Up With B.o.B., Third World & Wavves (Audio & Video)

Big Boi's mash-up's continue, as anticipated in the weekly series. The Outkast MC has tapped into Phantogram, Blue Oyster Cult, Big K.R.I.T., Sade, and UGK, and now he goes runs to the Wavves for an Electronic raw sound, while running a line into Third World, for some Reggae in "Run... Read more
February 10, 2014 Audio, Fresh
Big Sant Releases The Great American Mattress Sale (Mixtape)

Big Sant Releases The Great American Mattress Sale (Mixtape)

Over the years, Big Sant has been closely associated with Big K.R.I.T. due to their many collaborations, joint tours and overall kinship. If you're not up on Sant, however, now's the chance to get acquainted. He's released a mixtape with features from Rapper Big Pooh & Phonte (though on separate... Read more
October 22, 2013 Mixes
Big KRIT Reflects on Life & Hip-Hop Through King Remembered in Time, Pt. 3 (Video)

Big KRIT Reflects on Life & Hip-Hop Through King Remembered in Time, Pt. 3 (Video)

In part 3 of our interview with Big K.R.I.T. about his King Remembered In Time mixtape, K.R.I.T. talked about the struggles and pressure that came with making his first album; feeling like he failed and let his fans down; his resolve to never let it happen again; the redemption he... Read more
May 8, 2013 Video
Big K.R.I.T- King Remembered In Time (Mixtape)

Big K.R.I.T- King Remembered In Time (Mixtape)

As promised, K.R.I.T is back with the release of his King Remembered In Time. Check out the mixtape/ free album that should hold you over until the release of his sophomore album later this year. Related: 9th Wonder and Big K.R.I.T. in the studio (Video) Download Mixtape... Read more
April 10, 2013 Audio, Mixes
Big Boi – Mama Told Me ft Kelly Rowland (Lyric Video)

Big Boi – Mama Told Me ft Kelly Rowland (Lyric Video)

Here's a new lyric video for Big Boi's Prince/Zapp-influenced collabo with Kelly Rowland. Check out Mama Told Me. Related: Big Boi – Gossip ft Big K.R.I.T. and UGK (Audio) Here's the lyric breakdown from Rap Genius.... Read more
October 25, 2012 Audio, Video
Big Sant – Rap Ni**a ft King Mez, Tito Lopez & Phonte

Big Sant – Rap Ni**a ft King Mez, Tito Lopez & Phonte

Here's a tough new joint from Big Sant who makes a strong statement about the lyrical dexterity of MCs from the South. To help in his cause, he recruited one of the best to ever do it (in any region), the one and only Phonte. Check out Rap Ni**a featuring... Read more
September 19, 2012 Audio
Little Dragon – Mama Told Me ft Big Boi (Live) (Video)

Little Dragon – Mama Told Me ft Big Boi (Live) (Video)

Continuing with the Outkast collabos, here's a video of Big Boi's first ever live performance of the song he did with Little Dragon. Check out Mama Told Me. Related: Big Boi - Gossip featuring Big K.R.I.T. and UGK... Read more
August 8, 2012 Video
Big K.R.I.T – What U Mean ft Ludacris (Video)

Big K.R.I.T – What U Mean ft Ludacris (Video)

Here's the latest video from Big K.R.I.T. Check out What U Mean featuring Ludacris. Related: Big Boi - Gossip featuring Big K.R.I.T. and UGK... Read more
July 29, 2012 Video
Here is our list of the underground MCs who had the biggest come up in the last year: The AFH Torch Bearers list. These MCs include Ab-Soul, Action Bronson, A$AP Rocky, Childish Gambino, Chuuwee, Dom Kennedy, The Jets (Tradeamark Da Skydiver, Young Roddy, Sir Michael Rocks), The Kid Daytona, Rittz, Schoolboy Q, Smoke DZA, Stalley and XV. Click here to see why we chose these MCs and to hear some of their music.

Here is our list of the underground MCs who had the biggest come up in the last year: The AFH Torch Bearers list. These MCs include Ab-Soul, Action Bronson, A$AP Rocky, Childish Gambino, Chuuwee, Dom Kennedy, The Jets (Tradeamark Da Skydiver, Young Roddy, Sir Michael Rocks), The Kid Daytona, Rittz, Schoolboy Q, Smoke DZA, Stalley and XV. Click here to see why we chose these MCs and to hear some of their music.

There have been a lot of lists declaring top MCs lately; some for the mainstream and some for the underground. In our opinion (and each list is just that--opinions) each list left some things to be desired. So...we decided to take matters in our own hands. Partly in response to... Read more
February 28, 2012 Audio, Food for Thought, Video
Big K.R.I.T and Slim Thug have been making some incredible collabos lately.

Big K.R.I.T and Slim Thug have been making some incredible collabos lately.

It's cool to see different "generations" of Southern rappers coming together to make good music.  Here's the video for Slim Thug's Coming From ft Big K.R.I.T. and J-Dawg.  Also, click here for Now or Neva, another heat rock from K.R.I.T. and Slim.... Read more
May 25, 2011 Video
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
DJ Premier Recruits Snoop Dogg For His Latest Song

DJ Premier Recruits Snoop Dogg For His Latest Song

Snoop Dogg and DJ Premier have been working together for over a quarter-century. Both artists are cemented leaders in distinct sounds within Rap, but they collaborate well. The two first came together on Jermaine Dupri's debut album for "Protectors Of The 1472" (alongside Warren G and R.O.C.). In 2002, Preemo... Read more
March 30, 2024 Audio, Trending Stories
Kevin Durant Is Ice Cold On The Mic Like He Is On The Court

Kevin Durant Is Ice Cold On The Mic Like He Is On The Court

Kevin Durant is an NBA MVP who does more than just ball. The two-time champion and current Phoenix Suns forward has publicly shared his music before. In 2012, KD appeared on "Some Winners" alongside Taylor Gang artist Chevy Woods and Philly MC Privaledge. A dozen years later, he teams with... Read more
February 17, 2024 Audio, Trending Stories
Slum Village Shares New Details About Making Get Dis Money

Slum Village Shares New Details About Making Get Dis Money

A quarter-century ago, Slum Village was in the process of following up their Fan-Tas-Tic (Vol. 1) debut. That underground album became a calling card for a new sound coming out of Detroit, Michigan — and three artists bringing the change. T3, J Dilla, and Baatin were in the process of following up and... Read more
February 15, 2024 Exclusive, Throwback, Trending Stories
Black Thought, Benny & DZA Link For A Song That’s 3x Dope

Black Thought, Benny & DZA Link For A Song That’s 3x Dope

In 2019, Benny The Butcher and Black Thought teamed for "Crowns For Kings," one of the hardest-hitting collaborations of the last five years. The Plugs I Met look was produced by Benny's mentor, DJ Shay, who has since passed away—and remains one of The Butcher's biggest songs. During the summer... Read more
December 9, 2023 Audio, Trending Stories
Little Brother Have Released Their 1st New Music In 4 Years

Little Brother Have Released Their 1st New Music In 4 Years

Life is too short to listen to bad music. So…let Ambrosia For Heads sift through it for you and only supply you with that great stuff. Despite the reports, Hip-Hop is alive and well and, in many ways, it’s better than it’s ever been. Not only can we go back... Read more
September 19, 2023 Audio
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