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.
UPDATE: Rich Homie Quan releases his "I Promise I Will Never Stop Going In" mixtape.
Tech N9ne Celebrates Winners Of "Monster Energy's Fan Fly-Away"
Exclusive: Tech N9ne brings the winners of the "Monster Energy's Fan Fly-Away" on stage with him at the Kansas City stop of the "Something Else Tour 2013."
Diddy, Jay Z & Dr. Dre Among Forbes' "The World's Highest-Paid Musicians 2013"
Diddy, Jay Z and Dr. Dre are the only Rap acts counted among Forbes' list.
Chris Brown Not Required To Appear In Court On Assault Charge
A judge has ruled that Chris Brown does not need to travel to Washington, D.C. to appear in court regarding the misdemeanor assault charge he is facing there.
Snoop Dogg Discusses "Doggystyle" Samples On Mixtape
For the twentieth anniversary of the release of his landmark "Doggystyle" album, Snoop Dogg discusses the samples used to create the LP on his "Doggystyle: The Samples" mixtape.
The Hip Hop Week In Review: Kanye West, Eminem & Yo Gotti
Kanye West released two versions of his oeBound 2 video and discussed President Obama, while Eminem and ex-wife Kim may be reuniting.
DJ Head Explains Why He Stopped Working With Eminem
A longtime Eminem collaborator, DJ Head explains why he stopped working with Slim Shady after "The Eminem Show."
Kurupt Says Tha Dogg Pound's "New York, New York" Was Not A Diss Song
Kurupt says that Tha Dogg Pound's "New York, New York" song was a tribute to New York and that the tenor of the video changed once they were shot at in New York City.
Jeezy Joins Jay Z & Roc Nation
Jeezy announces on Twitter that he's partnered with Jay Z and Roc Nation.
Preliminary Hearing In Cee Lo Felony Drug Case Set For January
Cee Lo made a brief comment to TMZ as he left the courthouse.
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Visit The White House
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis take several photos during visit their visit to the White House.
Eminem & Ex-Wife Kim May Reunite
Eminem and his ex-wife Kim may get back together, according to Kim's mother.
Kendrick Lamar & Q-Tip Photographed In Studio
Q-Tip posts a photo on Instagram of Kendrick Lamar and him in the studio.
Willie D Praises The Geto Boys' "Unsung" Episode
Exclusive: Willie D says that TV One's "Unsung" episode on the Geto Boys squeezed a lot of information into the show. The Houston rapper also says his group represents hope.
TDE Calls Kendrick Lamar's "GQ" "Men Of The Year Story" Disrespectful
Top Dawg Entertainment Chief Executive Officer Anthony "Top Dawg" Tiffith says the "GQ" story on Kendrick Lamar put his company and him "in a negative light."
DJ Paul Says Da Mafia 6ix's Music Is Crazier Than "Mystic Stylez"
Exclusive: DJ Paul & Gangsta Boo explain why 2013 was the right time for a reunion, and champion the solo success of fellow Three 6 Mafia member Juicy J.
Tupac Biopic Slated To Begin Filming In 2014
Producers and financiers of a film on the life of Tupac said that photography will begin spring 2014.
Prince Paul Names Killer Mike & El-P's "Run The Jewels" A Top 5 Concept Album
Prince Paul also says Kendrick Lamar's "good kid, m.A.A.d. city" was a quality concept album.
Maino Threatens Trinidad James; Trinidad James Responds
Maino threatens Trinidad James after James says that Atlanta runs New York Rap.
Da Mafia 6ix "6ix Commandments" Cover Art, Tracklisting, Download & Mixtape Stream
Da Mafia 6ix releases its "6ix Commandments" mixtape, which features 8Ball & MJG, Yelawolf and Lil Wyte, among others.
Tony Yayo Tweets Support To Young Buck
Tony Yayo sends a tweet to Young Buck saying they should "get this money."
