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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Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 12 days 10 hours 58 minutes
episode 146: EP 146: 1984
Steele and James continue the discussion on "SNOWFALL", this time discussing the parallels between the TV Show and the real LA County from 1984-1988
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episode 147: EP 147: Return of The Mack w/ Roadie Mack
We sit down w/ possibly one of our most polarizing guest ever, gentleman of leisure "Roadie Mack". "Roadie" give's us a sneak peak into the world of "The Game", We discuss how he has traveled the world with his "partners", how he has survived his occupation for 30 years, the economics of macking, the dangers of pimping vs macking and how he lost several friends in the AIDS & Crack era.
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episode 148: Episode 148: Rappers Gunna, Young Thug hit w RICO
In this episode we talk about the recent trend of rappers being hit with RICO charges and Eiht discusses how lyrics during him and Quiks legendary feud caused drama and even death in the streets. Make sure you stay up on the latest news www.thisomebull.com
Check out MC Eiht's new EP "Revolution In Progress" shorturl.at/fiGT5
Check out Eiht's new video w/ Kurupt "Double That" https://youtu...
episode 149: EP 149: "The Brooklyn Way" w/ OG Fruitquan
We sit down with Brooklyn OG Fruitquan as he discusses the infamous LG, (Lafayette Gardens) projects, Lil Kim, 50 cent, Biggie and others.
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episode 150: EP 150: Predictive Coding: Is The Internet Driving People Insane?
In this episode, We have a conversation with Da Hood Professor Melle Mel about everything from the recent mass shooting to the idiots presently disguising themselves as content creators and the possibility that it all may be attributed to "Predictive Coding"
Tap in with Melle Mel @dahoodpostman
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episode 151: Producer Ervin "EP" Pope talks Kanye West, Scarface and more!
Producer Ervin "EP" Pope sit's in to have a conversation about his entry into music production, his work with Kanye West's "College Dropout", Executive producing Scarface's last album "Deeply Rooted" and talking the rapper out of retiring, his work with "The Game" and what he looks for in a artist.
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episode 152: Ghost of My Past-How I battled Addiction Pt. 1
We have a sit down for a prolific conversation with his brother and former addict Will Steele. The 2 discuss his past addiction and bouts with homelessness and how he got to that point.
Stay on the look out for Part 2
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episode 153: Vegas Police Pressing Keefe D For Tupac Murder
In this episode we discuss the idiot that wounded a little girl in a drive by shooting, The PPP fraud charges currently sweeping the country and finally why Keefe D may be on the hook for Tupac Shakur's murder after all this time.
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episode 154: The Bry Dee Interview
We sit down with Compton OG "Bry Dee" and discuss his history as a shooter for his hood, his more than 30 years of incarceration and his thoughts on Wack 100.
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episode 155: GC Scams: Woman Scams Athletes Out of Millions!
On this EP we delve into the world of scammers with the homie Gorilla Black, a convicted scammer himself. We talk about scammers, con men and just down right scandalous people.
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