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XV Has Some March Madness Of His Own, With Support From Childish Gambino & Big Jerm (Mixtape)

XV Has Some March Madness Of His Own, With Support From Childish Gambino & Big Jerm (Mixtape)

Wichita, Kansas MC XV had a rather quiet 2013. The veteran, who signed to Warner Bros. Records (now Atlantic Records) a few years back was presumed to be in the lab, fast at work on his major label debut. 2014 as it were, will not be so quiet. Vizzy released... Read more
March 19, 2014 Fresh, Mixes
XV – Rise

XV – Rise

Here's a new track from XV. Check out Rise. Related: XV discusses his earliest experiences with hip-hop (Video)... Read more
August 9, 2012 Audio
XV – Swervin’ (Video)

XV – Swervin’ (Video)

Here's a new video from XV. It's called Swervin' and it's on his EP Awesome which is in stores now. Related: XV - Popular Culture (Mixtape) and interview of him discussing his earliest experiences with hip-hop (Video)... Read more
June 27, 2012 Video
Here’s XV’s latest mixtape, Popular Culture, and an in-depth interview exploring his earliest musical influences. Check out both below.

Here’s XV’s latest mixtape, Popular Culture, and an in-depth interview exploring his earliest musical influences. Check out both below.

XV dropped his new mixtape Popular Culture today. With strong beats and substantive lyrics, it's a great weekend listen. You can listen to the whole thing and download it below, as well as watch our interview where he discusses his earliest musical influences. Related: XV - Zero Heroes (Mixtape) Download... Read more
June 15, 2012 Audio, Food for Thought, Mixes, Video
XV – AaaHH! Real Monsters ft Schoolboy Q

XV – AaaHH! Real Monsters ft Schoolboy Q

XV's new mixtape Popular Demand drops tomorrow. Here's a preview of what to expect. Check out AaaHH! Real Monsters featuring Schoolboy Q. Related: XV - The Kick (Video)... Read more
June 14, 2012 Audio
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
Here’s an in-depth interview of XV where he breaks down his earliest musical interests and some of the events that inspired him to become an artist. This is Where It All Began in hip-hop for XV.

Here’s an in-depth interview of XV where he breaks down his earliest musical interests and some of the events that inspired him to become an artist. This is Where It All Began in hip-hop for XV.

XV is going to win. He has just started to get his props over the last couple of years but you can tell he is a longtime student of music. We talked to him about his earliest influences and he spoke of everyone from The Delphonics to Marvin Gaye to... Read more
February 15, 2012 Food for Thought, Video
When did you first experience hip-hop in person? Check out what Big Daddy Kane, Kendrick Lamar, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Skillz, XV, Stic Man, Rapsody, The Kid Daytona, Murs and Statik Selektah had to say about the first time they experienced hip-hop live and direct.

When did you first experience hip-hop in person? Check out what Big Daddy Kane, Kendrick Lamar, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Skillz, XV, Stic Man, Rapsody, The Kid Daytona, Murs and Statik Selektah had to say about the first time they experienced hip-hop live and direct.

Click here to see Kendrick Lamar, Big Daddy Kane, Murs, XV, Skillz, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Statik Selektah and more talk about their first favorite rappers.... Read more
January 5, 2012 Food for Thought, Video
XV – #EndOfTheWorld

XV – #EndOfTheWorld

Now that it's 2012, the end of the world chatter will begin. XV's not having it. He goes in on everything from conspiracy theories to stereotypes to social media...Check out #EndOfTheWorld. Also, click here to see XV and others talk about their first favorite MCs. Click here to download.  ... Read more
January 2, 2012 Audio
Check out our 175+ song playlist of the best hip-hop 2011 had to offer (in chronological order). You’ll hear music from Kendrick Lamar, DJ Quik, Pete Rock and Smiff N Wessun, XV, Action Bronson, Common, Curren$y, The Roots, Saigon, Bumpy Knuckles, Big K.R.I.T., Bun B, Asher Roth, Phonte, Reks, Raekwon, Stalley, Pusha T, Wale, Zion I, Smoke DZA, Busta Rhymes, J. Cole, Jean Grae, Statik Selektah, Talib Kweli, Mos Def, Yelawolf, Pharoahe Monch and far too many other great artists to name.

Check out our 175+ song playlist of the best hip-hop 2011 had to offer (in chronological order). You’ll hear music from Kendrick Lamar, DJ Quik, Pete Rock and Smiff N Wessun, XV, Action Bronson, Common, Curren$y, The Roots, Saigon, Bumpy Knuckles, Big K.R.I.T., Bun B, Asher Roth, Phonte, Reks, Raekwon, Stalley, Pusha T, Wale, Zion I, Smoke DZA, Busta Rhymes, J. Cole, Jean Grae, Statik Selektah, Talib Kweli, Mos Def, Yelawolf, Pharoahe Monch and far too many other great artists to name.

The music speaks for itself. Press play and let it ride or click here to see the playlist and pick your own order. Either way, enjoy the good notes of 2011.... Read more
December 31, 2011 Audio, Food for Thought, Playlists, Video
XV – The Kick (Video)

XV – The Kick (Video)

XV's dope song The Kick dropped back in September. Here's the video. Also, click here to see XV's incredible story about the first time see he heard Jay-Z's The Blueprint (at the end of the video). http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=aWpC7PC7Sck... Read more
December 23, 2011 Video
XV – The Twenty Seven Club

XV – The Twenty Seven Club

XV has been coming with straight heat the last couple of days.  Here's another new song called The Twenty Seven Club.  The title is a reference to the age at which a lot of talented musicians lost their lives (Jimi Hendrix, Kurt Cobain, Janis Joplin, Jim Morrison, Amy Winehouse...) and... Read more
December 14, 2011 Audio
What’s the first piece of music you ever bought with your own money? We asked that same question to Big Daddy Kane, DJ Jazzy Jeff, 9th Wonder, Murs, Kendrick Lamar, XV, Statik Selektah, Fashawn, tabi Bonney, Serius Jones, Rapsody, Skillz and Stic Man. Watch below to see what they had to say. Many of their answers will surprise you.

What’s the first piece of music you ever bought with your own money? We asked that same question to Big Daddy Kane, DJ Jazzy Jeff, 9th Wonder, Murs, Kendrick Lamar, XV, Statik Selektah, Fashawn, tabi Bonney, Serius Jones, Rapsody, Skillz and Stic Man. Watch below to see what they had to say. Many of their answers will surprise you.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vr9U_LKvko0 Also, if you missed it, check out Part 1 of Where It All Began where Stic Man, Murs, Skyzoo, DJ Jazz Jeff, Kendrick Lamar and more talk about who first turned them on to hip-hop. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ztoUtSAtz74... Read more
December 13, 2011 Food for Thought, Video
XV – Chaka Shao Khan

XV – Chaka Shao Khan

Here's a soulful new joint from XV. His producer DJ Tech-Neek flips a Chaka Khan sample quite lovely. Check out Chaka Shao Khan. Also, be sure to catch XV talking about his early musical influences tomorrow night in part 2 of our documentary, Where It All Began (click here for... Read more
December 12, 2011 Audio, The Bridge
Here’s a sneak preview for our new documentary Where It All Began which takes a look at the journey to hip-hop by Big Daddy Kane, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Kendrick Lamar, Freddie Gibbs, Stic Man (from Dead Prez), Skillz, XV, Statik Selektah, Termanology, Murs, J-Live, The Kid Daytona, Termanology, Chuuwee, 9th Wonder and many more.

Here’s a sneak preview for our new documentary Where It All Began which takes a look at the journey to hip-hop by Big Daddy Kane, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Kendrick Lamar, Freddie Gibbs, Stic Man (from Dead Prez), Skillz, XV, Statik Selektah, Termanology, Murs, J-Live, The Kid Daytona, Termanology, Chuuwee, 9th Wonder and many more.

Every journey has a beginning. Ambrosia For Heads' documentary Where It All Began is a look at the journey to hip-hop by many of its current stars, rising stars and reigning legends.  For the next several weeks, starting next week, Ambrosia For Heads will show you where the love for... Read more
December 2, 2011 Trending Stories, Video
XV – Awesome (Video)

XV – Awesome (Video)

Here's the new video for XV's track, Awesome.  It captures the playful nature of the song.  Check it out. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pn8XU0DcMMQ&feature=player_embedded... Read more
November 13, 2011 Video
XV – U.F.C. (Video)

XV – U.F.C. (Video)

XV rocks out on U.F.C., the latest video from his Zero Heroes mixtape (which you can download here). It features a sample that combines both hard rock and 50's barber shop quartet harmonies, and some equally bugged out visuals. Check it out. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=udqMK1ZcNXM&feature=player_embedded... Read more
October 25, 2011 Video
XV – Blame Yourself ft GLC, Emilio Rojas & Casey Veggies

XV – Blame Yourself ft GLC, Emilio Rojas & Casey Veggies

Here's a solid new track from XV. Check out Blame Yourself featuring Emilio Rojas, GLC and Casey Veggies. Click here to download.... Read more
October 17, 2011 Audio
XV – Boss Level

XV – Boss Level

If you're a fan of the type of dance music you might here at the Ultra Music Festival, Coachella or Electric Zoo, you'll really dig this new track from XV.  If you want more straight-forward hip-hop, it's not for you...Props to him for stepping out and not playing it safe. ... Read more
October 11, 2011 Audio
Donny Goines – Champion’s Anthem ft Bun B, XV & Pill

Donny Goines – Champion’s Anthem ft Bun B, XV & Pill

Bun B, Donny Goines, XV and Pill go in on a monster beat that has a J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League feel to it (though it's produced by Maki). Check out Champion's Anthem.... Read more
October 7, 2011 Audio
XV – Hoop Dreams

XV – Hoop Dreams

Here's another solid new song from XV. Check out Hoop Dreams. Click here to download.... Read more
September 15, 2011 Audio
XV – Wichita (Video)

XV – Wichita (Video)

Here's a video from XV's mixtape Zero Heroes (click here to download).  Check out Wichita, produced by Just Blaze. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qo6XWe4itPI&feature=player_embedded... Read more
September 12, 2011 Video
Here’s an end of Summer mix of some of the better music that dropped over the last few months. And, similar to the season, the heat builds and it cools down to a chill finish. You’ll find songs from J. Cole, Kendrick Lamar, Big K.R.I.T., Dom Kennedy, Erick Sermon, Redman and Method Man, The Game, Macklemore, Jay Rock, 9th Wonder & Phonte, XV, Asher Roth, Sha Stimuli, Evidence and more.

Here’s an end of Summer mix of some of the better music that dropped over the last few months. And, similar to the season, the heat builds and it cools down to a chill finish. You’ll find songs from J. Cole, Kendrick Lamar, Big K.R.I.T., Dom Kennedy, Erick Sermon, Redman and Method Man, The Game, Macklemore, Jay Rock, 9th Wonder & Phonte, XV, Asher Roth, Sha Stimuli, Evidence and more.

Check it out. Ambrosia For Heads End of Summer Mix by Parfit on Mixcloud... Read more
September 10, 2011 Audio
XV – The Kick

XV – The Kick

After a few months hiatus, XV is coming back strong. Here's the 2nd joint from him in 2 nights. Check out The Kick. Click here to download.... Read more
September 7, 2011 Audio
XV – BITSU

XV – BITSU

XV has been on the road for a minute and now he is back in the studio. Hence, the title of his new joint. Check out BITSU. Click here to download.... Read more
September 7, 2011 Audio
XV – On the Road (Video)

XV – On the Road (Video)

XV seems like a good dude.  He's been on the road for a while and recently touched down in his hometown of Wichita, KS.  Here's some footage of some performance and interviews that give some insight into his mental.  He's one to watch.  Check it out. http://vimeo.com/26667703... Read more
July 28, 2011 Video
Here’s a mix of some of the better new hip-hop to drop over the last few months. You’ll find tracks from Big K.R.I.T., Elzhi, Chuuwee, Dom Kennedy, Pac Div, Ghost Wridah, Strong Arm Steady, EDO.G, XV, Rapper Big Pooh and others, including some double plays. Enjoy.

Here’s a mix of some of the better new hip-hop to drop over the last few months. You’ll find tracks from Big K.R.I.T., Elzhi, Chuuwee, Dom Kennedy, Pac Div, Ghost Wridah, Strong Arm Steady, EDO.G, XV, Rapper Big Pooh and others, including some double plays. Enjoy.

... Read more
June 11, 2011 Audio
Here’s a meditative track from XV. Check out Phobia.

Here’s a meditative track from XV. Check out Phobia.

Click here to download.... Read more
June 10, 2011 Audio
XV dropped a mixtape over the weekend and he’s already putting out new music.

XV dropped a mixtape over the weekend and he’s already putting out new music.

And, J. Cole put that flame on the track.  Check out Watch Me Go. Click here to download.  If you missed XV's Zero Heroes mixtape, click here.... Read more
April 21, 2011 Audio
XV has been releasing some great music lately. Here’s his new mixtape, Zero Heroes.

XV has been releasing some great music lately. Here’s his new mixtape, Zero Heroes.

Given his past releases, it's no surprise that Zero Heroes is incredibly solid.  It features production from Just Blaze, J. Cole, Seven and others.  You can listen to the whole mixtape and download it below. Download Mixtape... Read more
April 16, 2011 Audio, Mixes
XV’s album is sounding like it’s going to be hot. Check out his latest song, When We’re Done.

XV’s album is sounding like it’s going to be hot. Check out his latest song, When We’re Done.

XV's Zero Heroes album drops on tax day.  Click here for more XV. Click here to download.... Read more
April 7, 2011 Audio
The next playlist features music that has more of a groove to it but it’s still head-nodding music. You’ll find new tracks by XV, Dom Kennedy, Sir Michael Rocks, Zion I and The Grouch, The Kid Daytona, E-40 and DJ Quik.

The next playlist features music that has more of a groove to it but it’s still head-nodding music. You’ll find new tracks by XV, Dom Kennedy, Sir Michael Rocks, Zion I and The Grouch, The Kid Daytona, E-40 and DJ Quik.

Just press play, sit back and enjoy.... Read more
March 26, 2011 Audio, Playlists
Here’s a cool new upbeat track from XV ft Pusha T called Awesome.

Here’s a cool new upbeat track from XV ft Pusha T called Awesome.

Feels like a summer time joint. Check it out. Click here to download.... Read more
March 17, 2011 Audio
Most covers of current songs are wack or ok at best but XV really goes in on Lupe’s Words I Never Said track.

Most covers of current songs are wack or ok at best but XV really goes in on Lupe’s Words I Never Said track.

Dude really just murders it. Props to them both for elevating hip-hop with intelligent lyricism. Words I never said... Click here to download.... Read more
March 9, 2011 Audio
XV’s All For Me ft Cyhi Da Prynce, Vado & Erin Christine is a good way to bounce into your weekend.

XV’s All For Me ft Cyhi Da Prynce, Vado & Erin Christine is a good way to bounce into your weekend.

Check out the video. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wNffdPRbKkU... Read more
March 4, 2011 Video
Let this XV F.I.F.A. track ride for 45 seconds and it will get you WIDE open. Wow.

Let this XV F.I.F.A. track ride for 45 seconds and it will get you WIDE open. Wow.

Props to the mighty NahRight for the video. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fDK6GJQka-o&feature=player_embedded#at=131 If you missed that XV mixtape, listen and dowload it below: Download Mixtape... Read more
February 10, 2011 Video
Smallville is one of the dopest tracks J. Cole has produced but he didn’t save it for himself…

Smallville is one of the dopest tracks J. Cole has produced but he didn’t save it for himself…

Instead, he gave it to XV.  The song is called Smallville. Click here to download.... Read more
January 29, 2011 Audio
CyHi Da Prynce is the 2nd best rhymer on G.O.O.D. Music…and he may just be coming for Kanye. Check out how he gets down on XV’s All For Me also ft Vado & Erin Christine.

CyHi Da Prynce is the 2nd best rhymer on G.O.O.D. Music…and he may just be coming for Kanye. Check out how he gets down on XV’s All For Me also ft Vado & Erin Christine.

CyHi killed his verse on So Appalled and MURDERED his freestyle on Shade 45.  Dude is poised to come up in 2011.  Could G.O.O.D. Music become the Young Money of 2011? Click here to download.... Read more
January 4, 2011 Audio