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.
Snoop Lion To Appear On "One Life To Live"
The former Snoop Dogg will make a string of cameos on the soap opera staple.
Ludacris Thinks Justin Bieber "Makes Great Music"
The Atlanta rapper jokes about his potential role in a seventh "Fast & Furious" film, too.
Gucci Mane "Trap House III" Release Date, Cover Art & Album Stream
UPDATE: Gucci Mane's "Trap House III" is available for a full audio preview.
Paris Hilton Signs To Cash Money
Birdman announces that Hilton will release her next album on Cash Money.
French Montana Says Uncle Luke Can't Sue Him
French Montana says he was surprised his relationship with Uncle Luke turned sour.
Big Meech Preparing "48 Laws Of The Street" Book
UPDATE: The BMF co-founder has not entered into a deal with a publisher for his forthcoming book.
Talib Kweli Says Illuminati Talk Distracts From Real Issues
Talib Kweli says Illuminati talk surrounding Jay-Z and Kanye West is a "distraction."
Juicy J Has "Over 75 Songs Recorded" For "Stay Trippy"
The Three 6 Mafia member's new album may be getting pushed back from an early July release as new singles arrive.
DJ Jazzy Jeff Says Everybody "Wants To Be A Deejay"
The award-winning artist says he's seen deejaying come "full circle."
Mannie Fresh Recalls Kanye West Wanting A Deal At Cash Money
Mannie Fresh explains how he and West have different work practices. Fresh adds that his work with Mystikal will "mysteriously come out."
B.o.B Announces Third Album Title
The Georgia rapper-musician also gets political on his new track "Through My Head," a track likely culled from his forthcoming "Underground Luxury" album.
Nicki Minaj, Rihanna Dominate Rap, R&B Billboard Music Awards 2013
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis are the lone male winners in the rap, R&B categories at the annual music award show.
Murs Adopted Two Kids To "Help Change Someone's Life"
Exclusive: Murs and his wife Kate adopted infant Bishop in October 2012. On June 5, they welcome 15-year-old son Eddie to their home.
Ol' Dirty Bastard's Widow Explains Rock The Bells Conflict
Exclusive: Icelene Jones says she wants to work out her differences with Rock The Bells, but is willing to proceed with additional legal action, if needed.
Kendrick Lamar "Had To Live Up" To Jay-Z's Guest Appearance
Now with a Jay-Z collaboration, the Compton rapper has his sights set on work with Snoop Dogg, Erykah Badu and Sade.
Dr. Dre "Inspired" To Get Back Into The Studio
The producer is anxious to get back to his "first love."
Ghostface Killah "Always Wanted To Do" A Comic Book
The Wu-Tang Clan artist has a comic book companion to his new "Twelve Reasons To Die" album with Adrian Younge.
Lil Wayne's Emmett Till Line Wasn't Supposed To Be Released
"Karate Chop" producer Metro Boomin says the controversial lyric was on an early version of the song ripped from Vimeo.
Dr. Dre, Jimmy Iovine Launch Degree Program At USC
The business partners donated $70 million to launch the USC Jimmy Iovine and Andre Young Academy for Arts, Technology and the Business of Innovation.
Chris Brown Features Aaliyah On New "They Don't Know" Single
Chris Brown features the late R&B singer on the next single from his forthcoming "X" album.
Pras Says Lauryn Hill Shouldn't Do Time If Lindsay Lohan Doesn't
Pras feels that Ms. Hill will not serve her entire three-month, tax-related sentence.
