Live from the Underground is the debut studio album by American rapper, writer, and producer Big K.R.I.T. It was released on June 5, 2012. 　　On July 1, 2011, K.R.I.T. announced his debut studio album titled "Live from the Underground". Originally set to be released on September 27, 2011, it was pushed back due to sample difficulties. After pushing back the album due to sample delays, K.R.I.T. released his highly acclaimed mix tape 4evaNaDay on March 5, 2012. K.R.I.T. later confirmed that blues guitarist B.B. King will appear on the record on a track titled "Praying Man". K.R.I.T. revealed at 106 & Park that guest appearances include 2 Chainz, 8Ball & MJG, Ludacris, Bun B, Anthony Hamilton, Melanie Fiona, Devin the Dude, Big Sant, and Ms. Linnie. The album was made available for streaming online on May 27 for an exclusive first listen provided by NPR. Big K.R.I.T. and Sha Money XL are the album's executive producers.