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.
Prof “Liability” Release Date, Cover Art, Tracklist & Album Stream
Exclusive: "I'm definitely the fuck-up of Rhymesayers,” Prof says, "the wild card.”
Jay Z Possessed My Body, Murder Suspect Claims
Jason Russell Jump allegedly bludgeoned his landlord to death.
Rappers Who Compare Themselves To Tupac Listed
XXL has compiled a list of 52 rappers who liken themselves to the late Rap star.
Karrine Steffans On Lil Wayne Sex Tape: “The Jig Is Up"
“I hope no one sees this tape in its entirety,” Karrine Steffans says.
Pharrell: “It’s Time For A Woman To Be” President
Pharrell appears as a guest on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show."
UPDATE #2: Jay Z, Beyonce and Lil Wayne were previously announced as performing.
Genius/GZA’s “Liquid Swords” Album Certified Platinum
The GZA/Genius’ second album was released in 1995.
Eminem Explains Tupac’s Appeal
"I could put 'Dear Mama' in and damn-near be in tears,” Eminem writes.
Devin The Dude & Potluck Annouce “Happy Holidaze” Tour
Exclusive: “I’m ready to tour the nation and smoke big,” Devin The Dude says.
Wiz Khalifa’s “See You Again” Video First Rap Song With 1 Billion YouTube Views
Wiz Khalifa’s song appears on the “Furious 7” soundtrack.
The Game’s 25 Best Songs Listed
Complex compiles a list of what it says are The Game’s top selections.
Jimmy Iovine On Free Music: “It’s A Shell Game"
"These companies are building an audience on the back of the artist,” Jimmy Iovine says.
Azealia Banks Blasts Nicki Minaj & Defends Lil’ Kim
“I may just have to get over the very utopian idea of a female rap sorority cause it ain’t happening while capitalism is at play. LOL,” Azealia Banks says.
King Louie “6 God Tony” Release Date, Cover Art, Tracklist & EP Stream
The Chicago rapper’s new project has six tracks.
Nicki Minaj Addresses Drake & Meek Mill, Lil Wayne & Birdman Beefs
‘‘Back in the day, in Hip Hop, the thick girl was glorified,” Nicki Minaj says. "Now the rappers are dating skinny White women.”
Jay Z & Beyonce Renting LA Mansion For $150,000 A Month
Jay Z and Beyonce are renting a 20,000 square foot house in the Los Angeles area.
DJ Jazzy Jeff Discusses “Stand For School Equality” New York Rally
Exclusive: DJ Jazzy Jeff details why he’s working with the “Families For Excellent Schools”-hosted rally that is slated to take place in Brooklyn, New York.
First Eminem, 50 Cent & Drake Instagram Posts Highlighted On Social Media Platform’s Birthday
Drake posted his first picture to Instagram 200 weeks ago.
The Game Details Taking Drake To Compton For “100” Video Shoot
“We got the ‘100’ beat,” The Game says, "and we just went in, man.”
"This wasn’t an easy decision," Miss Info says, "as I’ve shared so many unforgettable moments with my Hot 97 family.”
