Welcome to the "Gangster Chronicles", where Gangster Rap lives. Gangster Chronicles takes you on an unforgettable journey through the heart of hip-hop. with host, Bigg Steele, alongside the legendary MC Eiht, together, we're diving deep into the visceral world of Gangsta Rap. On this podcast, we unravel the intricate tapestry of one of music's most influential and misunderstood sub-genres, exploring the formative artists, monumental albums, and socio-political factors that have shaped Gangsta Rap from its gritty emergence in the 1980s to its enduring impact today. Prepare for candid interviews with legendary rappers and producers, their entourage, and industry moguls as we illuminate the untold stories from the streets that birthed unforgettable beats and rhymes. This podcast is more than just music; it's a journey through the trials, triumphs, controversy, and raw reality that fueled Gangsta Rap. From the groundbreaking era of N.W.A to the thought-provoking lyricism of Kendrick Lamar, from Compton's street corners to the global stage, Gangster Chronicles unfolds the evolution of this uniquely American art form...
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episode 96: EP 96: Ne'Keisha's Story
In September 2011 a jury found Charles Gerron guilty of pulling out a gun at a party, firing it into a crowd of teenagers and killing Ne'Keisha Hodges-Hawkins. On top of this tragedy, for more than 5 years, no one was arrested for Ne'keisha's death, despite 150 teenagers witnessing the incident.
This is the tale of a father who refused to let his daughter be denied justice. On this episode you will experience her father, Kalvon Hawkins sadness, anger and confusion as to how these events happened. The void in his heart, crooked officers, depression and other obstacles he faced couldn't deter Kalvon from seeing this coward face judgement.
Kalvon is still honoring his daughters name till this day, from driving over 1900 miles to have this very conversation that you are about to hear, to establishing a non-profit and clothing company in his daughters name.
A life was lost in an instant leaving behind the hopes, dreams and future plans of a child gone to soon and this is her story. Rest in Heaven baby girl!
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