Soren Baker
2013 itemsThe News Editor of HipHopDX.com, Soren Baker has had more than 3,500 articles published in such publications as The New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Chicago Tribune, XXL and The Source. The Maryland native has penned liner notes for albums by 2Pac, Ice Cube, N.W.A, Gang Starr and others. He has also authored 14 books, worked on television programs for VH1 and Fuse and has sold a movie script. Baker is the co-host of Open Bar Radio on 93.5 KDAY in Los Angeles with Xzibit and has written and produced DVDs for Tech N9ne and Chingy.
Kendrick Lamar Discusses Blood, Crip Presence On "i" Cover Art
"I put a Blood and I put a Crip together and we're throwing up hearts," Kendrick Lamar says, "sparking the idea of some type of change through music or through me."
Kanye West, Public Enemy's Sampling Examined By WhoSampled Owner Nadav Poraz
Exclusive: On sample sources: "If I had to choose the one that really drew me into Hip Hop, it was the Bomb Squad sound for Public Enemy," WhoSampled Owner Nadav Poraz says. "Such a hectic, beautifully noisy collage of samples that was perfect for their messaging."
Murs Discusses Sunset Strip Music Festival MURS 316 Stage
Exclusive: "I feel like we did a good job," Murs says, "introducing Hip Hop into this madhouse."
Uptown Smitty "An Old Soul" Release Date, Cover Art & Tracklist
Exclusive: Uptown Smitty has released the cover art and tracklist for his "An Old Soul" album.
Freddie Gibbs Announces Tour Dates
Freddie Gibbs is slated to perform in Canada and the United States in October and November.
A3C Hip-Hop Festival Announces "A3C Volume 4" Album
UPDATE: The "A3C Volume 4" album cover art and tracklisting are now available. Mick Jenkins, Sir Michael Rocks and Chris Webby are among the artists featured on the project.
T.I.'s Hustle Gang "G.D.O.D. II" Cover Art, Tracklist & Stream
UPDATE 2: Hustle Gang's "G.D.O.D. II" has been released.
Keyshia Cole's Alleged Assault Victim Addresses Birdman, Altercation
UPDATE: Keyshia Cole allegedly assaulted a woman who was at the condo of Birdman, whom Cole is said to be dating. The woman addresses the fight.
Gucci Mane "Got God On His Shoulders," Drumma Boy Says
Exclusive: Drumma Boy says that Gucci Mane remains in good spirits despite being incarcerated.
Adlib "The Highway" Release Date, Cover Art & Tracklist
Exclusive: Adlib's forthcoming album is slated to feature Madchild, Shabbam Sahdeeq and others.
"Aaliyah: Princess of R&B" Biopic Release Date
Lifetime has announced the air date for "Aaliyah: Princess of R&B."
Emerson Windy Explains "Black America" Video & Black, White Educational Disparities
Exclusive: "It takes somebody getting killed by a fucking police officer," Emerson Windy says, "to realize that we have a lot of everyday issues in the Black community that need to be worked on."
Rihanna Blasts CBS For Removing Her From "Thursday Night Football" Broadcast
UPDATE: The "Thursday Night Football" game featured the Baltimore Ravens against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Rihanna was upset about being removed from the broadcast.
The Alchemist "Rapper's Best Friend 3" Release Date, Cover Art & Tracklist
The Alchemist is set to release the third installment of his "Rapper's Best Friend" instrumental series.
Robin Thicke Says He Was "High On Vicodin And Alcohol" While Making "Blurred Lines"
Robin Thicke uses drugs and alcohol as a reason he could not have written "Blurred Lines." The singer is being sued by Marvin Gayes estate regarding the song.
Kanye West Says Comments Toward Handicapped Fans "Blown Out Of Proportion"
Kanye West reportedly said during a concert in Brisbane, Australia that his comments about handicapped fans are "bullshit blown out of proportion."
DASH Radio To Live Stream Murs 316 Stage At Sunset Strip Music Festival
DJ Skee's DASH Radio will carry a live stream of performances from Bun B, N.O.R.E. and DJ Quik, among others.
Nas' "Nas: Time Is Illmatic" Having One-Night Only Screenings
Nas' "Nas: Time Is Illmatic" film is set to be screened in Chicago, Atlanta and Houston as part of one-night only screenings.
Frank Ocean's Father Sues Russell Simmons For $142 Million
Frank Ocean's father is seeking damages from Russell Simmons because of statements that one of the businessman's websites made about him.
Kanye West Questions Handicapped Fans At Australian Concert
"This is the longest I've had to wait to do a song," Kanye West said while waiting for two concertgoers to stand up. "It's unbelievable."
