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.
CyHi The Prynce Says G.O.O.D. Music's "Cruel Winter" LP May Arrive This Year
CyHi The Prynce also says that he'e working on a mixtape as well as an EP, and that he plans to release his "Hardway Musical" album in early 2014.
Alley Boy Announces New Zaytoven Mixtape
Exclusive: Alley Boy also discusses how relocating to Los Angeles has helped him and what it was like recording with Meek Mill.
Tech N9ne Feels "Immortal," Compares Himself To Dracula
Exclusive: Tech N9ne says that he's similar to the character Dracula because he has seen other artists come and go during his career, but that there's a major difference between himself and the vampire.
Chris Brown's Alleged Hit-And-Run Victim Says He Got Violent, Cussed Her Out
UPDATE: Chris Brown's alleged hit-and-run victim says that Brown became violent after she tried to take a photo of him.
Joey Bada$$ Wants To Bring New York's Essence Back
Joey Bada$$ wants his music to have the same New York vibe as landmark work from Jay-Z, Smif-N-Wessun, Nas and A Tribe Called Quest.
Rock The Bells 2013 Lineup Includes Black Hippy, Wu-Tang Clan, Tech N9ne
UPDATE: KRS-One, Doug E. Fresh & Slick Rick, RiFF RaFF, and Girltalk & Freeway have been added to all dates. J. Cole, Action Bronson and Pretty Lights have been added to select dates too.
Fat Joe Sentenced To Four Months In Federal Prison For Tax Evasion
Fat Joe was sentenced to four months in federal prison today for failing to pay taxes on nearly $3 million of income. He was also ordered to pay a $15,000 fine.
Jay-Z's Roc Nation Sports Signs Kevin Durant
UPDATE: The Oklahoma City Thunder forward follows New York Jets quarterback Geno Smith and New York Yankees second baseman Robinson Cano to Jay-Z's sports agency.
Tech N9ne Says The Doors "Saved My Life"
Tech N9ne also says that he named his company Strange Music because of two songs from The Doors, "People Are Strange" and "Strange Days."
Kendrick Lamar Says Eminem Advised Him To "Stay Focused"
Kendrick Lamar met Eminem in Detroit earlier this month. The Black Hippy rapper reveals the details of his conversation with the Shady Records rhymer.
Ces Cru, Snak The Ripper & Spice 1's TeamBackpack.net "Mission Underground" Performance Stream
Ces Cru, Snak The Ripper, Spice 1, Azizi Gibson, Duckwrth, Irv Da Phenom and Spice 1 are slated to appear at TeamBackpack.net's "Mission Underground" today, which streams live at 6 pm EST.
A$AP Rocky, Big Sean Powerhouse 2013 Performance Stream
A$AP Rocky and Big Sean are among the acts scheduled to perform tonight at Los Angeles radio station Power 106's Powerhouse 2013 in Anaheim, California, which HipHopDX will be streaming live.
Deniro Farrar "The Patriarch II" Mixtape Tracklist, Cover Art & Stream
Deniro Farrar has opened for Kendrick Lamar and Wiz Khalifa. The North Carolina rapper has also worked with Rapper Big Pooh, G-Side, Main Attrakionz, Boldy James and Emilio Rojas, among others.
Lil Snupe Murder Suspect Identified By Police
Police have identified Tony D. Holden as a suspect in the murder of rapper Lil Snupe, who was shot and killed June 20.
Tupac Shakur To Receive Star On Hollywood Walk Of Fame
Tupac Shakur, who recorded music as 2Pac, will be awarded his star for his recording career.
Project Pat Supports DJ Paul's Three 6 Mafia Offshoot Group
Exclusive: Project Pat says he has no ill will toward DJ Paul. The North Memphis rapper also discusses his Money Train Management company with brother Juicy J.
Jay-Z Now A Licensed NBA, MLB Agent
Jay-Z might not be able to represent NBA players until he sells his stake in the Brooklyn Nets, though.
Mike Dean To Join Kanye West On "Yeezus" Tour
Exclusive: Mike Dean also explains West's production process and says that it took thick skin to work on "Yeezus."
J. Cole Says Jay-Z Didn't Pit Him Against Kanye West
J. Cole says that Jay-Z called his move to release an album the same day as Kanye West "brave." J. Cole also discusses finding a sponsor for his "Dollar & A Dream Tour."
Logic Debated Making A "Rap For J. Cole Or Die Trying" T-Shirt
Logic also drops an exclusive rhyme and discusses how his fans have made some memorable shirts for him.
Drake Says A Chris Brown Sit-Down Is "Not Going To Happen"
Drake also explains to "GQ" magazine how he's "living the truth" in his "Started From The Bottom" single.
