The Gangster Chronicles

In this powerful episode of Gangster Chronicles, hip-hop pioneer Toddy Tee takes us back to the birth of West Coast gangster rap. Hear firsthand how Toddy Tee helped shape the sound and culture of Compton’s early hip-hop scene, influencing legends like Dr. Dre, Ice Cube, and N.W.A. Toddy Tee shares candid stories about the struggles, breakthroughs, and creative process behind his classic tracks, revealing the true origins of gangster rap in the 1980s. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just discovering the roots of West Coast hip-hop, this episode delivers an authentic and deep dive into the genre’s foundation. Tune in for exclusive insights, raw storytelling, and a celebration of one of the most influential voices in hip-hop history. Subscribe to Gangster Chronicles for more interviews with rap legends, rare stories, and the real history behind the music.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight we have West Coast legend Yo Yo in the studio and we discuss her transition from doing duets with Ice Cube in the 90's to hosting radio and her own cooking show on Aspire TV , Downright Delicious With Yo Yo. We talk about growing up Hip Hop, why it was important for her to go back to school, parenthood and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this EP with special guest co-host Kxng Crooked we discuss Trump kidnapping Venezuela's President, and Glasses going in on Adin Ross and we ask if its hypocritical for rappers to go in on other races when they have historically been the most disrespectful. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Gangster Chronicles, MC Eiht and Steele discuss the current "Streets Are Dead" movement. They reflect on whether the streets are truly 'dead' and how many modern rappers genuinely live the lifestyles they rap about. They also delve into the common practice of rappers using shock value to go viral and debate the authenticity of many rappers' street affiliations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Compton street legend Baby Gangsta takes us from the 80's crack game to the present and tells us why this generation is probably the most viscous. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eiht and Steele sit down with the co-creator of Drink Champs to break down the show’s massive success, the behind-the-scenes chaos of the Kanye West interview, and the aftermath that shook the whole platform. EFN drops gems on the DMX episode, early struggles, the business behind going viral, and what it really takes to build one of the biggest hip-hop interview shows in the world. This one is raw, unfiltered, and full of stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Tap in — this is Gangster Chronicles at its finest.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We sit down with former gang banger, Michael Johnson who at one time couldn't read or write  but through an amazing set of circumstances learned how to not only read and write but would go on to not only become a Harvard graduate but also become one of the biggest African American fund raisers in the country and become President and CEO of the Boys and Girls club of Dane county. Read Michael Johnson's book The Audacity to Lead: From The Projects to the C Suite -7 Mindset Lessons on Love, Family, and Turning Adversity into Impact https://url.td/fi-OYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the heels of his the release of his memoir, "100 Ways I've Almost Died...While Working In the Rap Industry" we speak with A&R Matthew "M-80" Markoff. He details his book, his views on rap economics and breaks down his battle with the late Chino XL's estate between him & his daughters, his fallout with Killa Priest and more. We kept the conversation very subjective because wtf do we know? We will let the public form their own opinions, is M-80 a good dude or does he take advantage of people? We want to hear your thoughts. Regardless of what you think, this man is very honest about who he is.   Order the Book Ahundredways.myshopify.com    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.