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The Gangster Chronicles

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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. We explore the socio-cultural aspects that Gangsta Rap boldly addressed, providing a comprehensive understanding of the profound cultural significance this genre holds.

Whether you're a long-time fan or new to the scene, Gangster Chronicles offers an authentic, gritty, and enlightening perspective into the world of Gangsta Rap. Get ready to delve into the chronicles of a genre that has not only defined a generation but continues to reverberate through the annals of music history. This is Gangster Chronicles—where the beats are raw, the stories are real, and the impact is everlasting.

 

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Episodes

MC Eiht Say’s Ja Morant Is Imitating His Favorite Rappers

MC Eiht and Steele sit down with triple OG’s JJ and Junior to talk about NBA player Ja Morant’s latest Incident and Eiht breaks down why large sums of money in the hands of kids fresh out the hood is almost a recipe for disaster. Get your tickets for our 200th episode live podcast, concert and smoke session Gangster Chronicles 200th Episode Live Show & Concert See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

May 18, 20231 hr 27 minSeason 12Ep. 201

Bo Rock Talks About Jada Pinkett Smith and Tupac.

In this episode we sit down with CMW member The Chill and Bo Rock from the Dove Shack. We talk about population control and the people with an agenda to decrease the population. We then go back in time to where a Jr. High MC Eiht and Chill would battle Snoop Dogg. Bo Rock then tells us a story of his first meeting with Tupac and Jada Pinkett and how that interaction almost led to Pac getting beat up. We then hear how LL Cool J was partly responsible for Warren G's Def Jam departure and much much...

May 11, 20232 hr 20 minSeason 12Ep. 200

Bishop Lamont talks industry rituals

On this episode we sit down with recording artist Bishop Lamont. Him and MC Eiht finally sit down to talk about Bishop entering the game with the "New West" and smashing on the vets. We talk about his time in the major label system where prayer was not allowed and much more, like writing major records and not getting credit- It get's deep, so tune in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 04, 20231 hr 25 minSeason 12Ep. 199

"The Truth Is So Dangerous" With Royal T

In this episode we tap in with the homie Royal T and talk about politics and why having an opinion on certain issues can get you cancelled. We also discuss why King Von was more casualty of war than serial killer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 27, 20231 hr 11 minSeason 12Ep. 198

No Country For Old Fools

In this EP Steele and Eiht unload on the rumors, accusations lies and other bull being perpetuated online and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 20, 20231 hr 15 minSeason 12Ep. 197

Sucka Free w Mudd Dollas and Kedaru

Today we have Bellflower, CA Boss and C.E.O of Ice Wata records, Mudd Dollas and Tree Top Rapper and former West Coast Dip Set artist "Kedaru". We discuss the demise of Mudd's artist and co-ceo "Slim 400" and how his murder impacted the label. We then discuss the late great "Mausberg" and how he motivated Kedaru to strive for excellence and much more, We then talk about how the internet has become a breeding ground for lies, disrespect and sucka activity and how to avoid feeding into it and how ...

Apr 13, 20231 hr 9 minSeason 12Ep. 196

Angel Reese vs the American Mindset

In this episode we discuss the recent Women's Final Four that found Iowa basketball star Caitlin Clark, who is lauded for her aggressive style of play and on the court swagger vs Angel Reese of LSU. Angel and Caitlin both share similar traits, but while Caitlin has been praised, Angel has been demonized by white media and disrespected at every turn.We examine how racism is still alive and well in the land of the "good ol' boy's". We then chop it up about ya boy Bandman Kevo wanting the 250k he p...

Apr 06, 20231 hr 4 minSeason 12Ep. 195

Lil Sodi: "Monster Kody Was Family"

In this episode, rapper "Lil Sodi" drops by. We talk about his South Central Los Angeles upbringing, him being a 2nd generation Eight Trey Crip and him earning his street moniker from his father. He then touches on how being imprisoned as a teenager in California's Youth Authority impacted his life and his relationship with the late "Monster Kody". We then touch on the Eight Trey and Rollin 60 march and why it was so pivotal in brining positive change. We then touch on him and the late Nipsey Hu...

Mar 30, 20232 hr 1 minSeason 12Ep. 194

Life Sentence: The Big Lurch Episode

Disclaimer: Though we believe that every person should exercise their right to free speech and expression, Antron Singleton AKA "Big Lurch", a rapper sentenced to life for murder and alleged cannibalism shared details during this interview that some may find offensive. His views and opinions expressed during this interview are his own, and do not represent the opinions of the show's host, Black Effect or IHeart. In this episode, we had the opportunity to speak with convicted rapper Big Lurch. In...

Mar 24, 20231 hr 8 minSeason 12Ep. 193

Prelude to the BS

On this episode we talk about the internet’s fav troll Charleston Whites latest rant, and ask was Gangster rap an experiment for labels invested in prisons?We also talk about rapper Big Lurch who’s serving a life sentence for cannibalism who happens to be checking in on next weeks episode -Tap N See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 16, 20231 hr 8 minSeason 12Ep. 192

What The Hell Is Going On?

In this episode we ask why athletes are attracted to the thug life, Why Melle Mel needs to step his bars up and has Sean Kemp lost his mind? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 09, 20231 hr 3 minSeason 12Ep. 191

The Elephant in The Room

In this episode Steele and Eiht discuss the year of 1995 and how Gangster Rap saved the music industry. We also talk about the Elephant in the room, tap N See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 02, 20231 hr 2 minSeason 12Ep. 190

Kxng Crooked's Truth:Did Joe Budden sabotage Slaughterhouse?

We sit down with Long beach, CA wordsmith "Kxng Crooked". We discuss his evolution from an 8 year old child rap phenomenon, to signing with a local label, getting picked up, and subsequently dropped from Virgin records, signing to Death Row records over Aftermath-which caused a major beef between him and DPG. We then go into the formation of the supergroup "Slaughterhouse" consisting of Crooked, Royce the 5'9", Joel Ortiz and Joe Budden. After releasing their debut album independently they were ...

Feb 23, 20231 hr 18 minSeason 12Ep. 189

50 years of Hip Hop & Billboard's BS list

We talk about the Grammy's acknowledging hip hop after years of dissing the culture, Billboard magazine's wack top 50 rappers list and the golden era of Gangster rap. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 17, 20231 hr 9 minSeason 12Ep. 188

RBX Escape From The Row

RBX talks about everything from 1 on 1 fades with the notorious Suge Knight to fighting to keep his publishing rights. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 09, 20231 hr 10 minSeason 12Ep. 187

"Puff and Pass" with Afroman

We sit down with Afroman, the author, performer & producer of possibly the biggest weed song ever, "Because I Got High". We discuss the Adam's County Sheriff Dept. breaking in his house, divorce and how he found fortune AFTER landing in Hattiesburg, Miss of all places. Roll somn and enjoy! " See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 26, 20231 hr 14 minSeason 12Ep. 186

The Nikki Kuhnhausen case

Man Murders Transgender Woman In this episode, we discuss the murder of Nikki Kuhnhausen, a transgender female who may have possibly murdered for not disclosing her former gender. Do you think individuals from the transgender community should have to disclose their birth gender?" See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 19, 20231 hr 2 minSeason 11Ep. 185

The Premium Pete EP

Wuddup? We sat down this morning with one of the most outspoken and honest cats in the game, Brooklyn's Premium Pete. We discuss his rise from drug dealing ex-con to linking up with one of podcasting's most influential show's, The Combat jack show. Pete talks about his time w/ the late Combat Jack, His love for Fatherhood and how he became one of the most sought after brand consultants in the game. Check out Pete's podcast "The Premium Pete" show. https://soundcloud.com/thepremiumpeteshow See om...

Jan 12, 20231 hr 7 minSeason 11Ep. 184

Old vs. New

We discuss why todays youth may be correct in not respecting the old fools of today with the homie Big Court from the Holdin Court podcast sits in with us on this important discussion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 05, 20231 hr 2 minSeason 11Ep. 183

Did Desegregation Help?

We examine Desegregation and its impact on our community and ask if Jerry Jones should be checked See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 29, 20221 hr 20 minSeason 11Ep. 182

Can A Woman Raise A Man

Steele and Eiht sit down with the homegirls Red and Brit and ask if a woman is capable of raising a man alone " See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 22, 202259 minSeason 11Ep. 181

Drugs N Hip Hop

On this EP we talk about the rampant drug use going on in music and why it's cool to be a dope fiend now." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 15, 20221 hr 6 minSeason 11Ep. 180

Did Deon Sell Us Out

In this EP Eight, Steele and James examine Deon Sanders move from Jackson St to Colorado and the line of black folks from Mississippi to Compton mad at him See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 08, 20221 hr 10 minSeason 11Ep. 179

A Conversation about A.I.D.S

We discuss the AIDS virus and HIV and why it's still disproportionately still higher in the Black and Latino communities and what issues are driving those numbers. The homie Big Court from the Holdin Court podcast sits in with us on this important discussion See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 01, 20221 hr 2 minSeason 11Ep. 178

KRS-One's Bro DJ Kenny Parker "The Greatest Hip Hop Story Ever Told"

We have the opportunity to sit down with BDP's DJ Kenny Parker along with the homie SJ, one half of The Connected Experience podcast. We discuss him and his brother KRS-One's turbulent upbringing, KRS-One's early years as an aspiring MC and his love for Reggae, The Blastmaster KRS-One's legendary Juice Crew Diss, "The Bridge Is Over" and how KRS pushed him into becoming a DJ and producer. We then talk about PM Dawn getting tossed off stage by KRS-One and the repercussions behind the incident and...

Nov 24, 20221 hr 8 minSeason 11Ep. 177

From The Street's To The State Pen

On this ep we sit down with the homie Boomer fresh off a 20 year bid. We talk about his time served, his time on Death Row Records as a hitter and more." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 17, 20221 hr 13 minSeason 11Ep. 176

Who Raised You?

On this ep we take a deep dive into these disrespectful ass kids and ask if parent's truly determine who kids become as adults. Tap in at the merch store https://digital-soapbox-network.creator-spring.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 10, 20221 hr 4 minSeason 11Ep. 175

Takeoff Murder & CA City Council Members Exposed

We conversate about Takeoff from the Migo's Murder, The 3 idiot city council members busted calling black kids monkeys......we can't make this sh*t up smh RIP TAKEOFF See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 03, 20221 hrSeason 11Ep. 174

Playa Ham has strong words for DJ Quik

We catch up with OG Playa Ham from the Penthouse Playa's Click. We discuss the Penthouse Playa's Click being originally signed to Suge and DOC's "Funky Enuff Records", his time with Ruthless Records, Him finding a young genius from Compton named DJ Quik, his development and more. Playa Ham then delivers a strong message to Quik when asked about their present relationship. Check out The Connected Experience https://tinyurl.com/yc64bc44 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Oct 29, 20221 hr 4 minSeason 11Ep. 173

Was Kanye Brought By the Republican Party?

In this ep we sit down with the homies from the Connected Experience and ask if Kanye was brought by the republicans, we also discuss free speech and Fat Joe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 28, 202235 minSeason 11Ep. 172
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