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 6 hours 49 minutes
episode 66: Ghost : "An Inside Job"
We had an opportunity to speak with DJ Verrett AKA "Ghost". On February 6, 1990 Ghost was arrested on drug charges at the age of 19, and was sentenced to 19 ½ years of imprisonment. After serving 16 years 10 months and 3 days in some of America’s most notorious federal prisons DJ Verrett was released on November 1, 2006. The day he was released DJ Verrett made the decision to change everything about him...
episode 67: EP | 67 Cocaine Economics w/ Al Profit
On this episode we sit down with American Dopes Al Profit. We discuss the eighties influx of coke that impacted the drugs value on the streets and the American welfare state.See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
episode 68: EP 68: Heroin Inheritance w Cavario Hunter
On this episode we have author, former owner of Don Diva magazine, and D-Boy Cavario Hunter. We discuss his life as a third generation dealer, the books he's published and much more. We would like to officially welcome him to the show as a full time contributor.Grab the best earbuds in the market, RAYCON! Save 15% by using our special code http://www.BUYRAYCON.com/TGC101See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
episode 69: Rags 2 Riches
On this episode we check in with Mack 10 for a brief convo and talk about the importance of managing money in the hood. This episode of TGC is sponsored by Lord Jones. Save 25% by visiting http://www.LordJones.com/TGC101See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
episode 70: Election Season Pt 1
In this 2 part series we cover the importance of the local elections . We have Priscilla Lenares that's running for City Council and political activist Choo Choo on the show to discuss whats going on in the inland empire.See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
episode 71: Election Season Pt 2 U-God
In the second of a 2 part series about politics we check in Wu Tang Clan's U-God to hear his thoughts on this upcoming election.See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
episode 72: The South Central Cartel Episode
Tonight we have legendary gangster rap group South Central Cartel in the building, They discuss the Mobb Deep controversy and much much more.See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
episode 74: EP 74: MC EIHT SPEAKS
MC Eiht addresses a rumor and a real Chi-Town G checks in with Eiht to further expose the lie.
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episode 75: EP 75: Killa Cali w/ Greg Kading
We sit down and conversate with former Los Angeles homicide detective and the author of Murder Rap: The Untold Story of the Biggie Smalls & Tupac Shakur Murder Investigations Greg Kading. We discuss the rash of murders through out the years in California, from the Tupac Shakur and Notorious B.I.G. homicides, to Nipsey Hussle and Pop Smoke...