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.
Three Drake Albums Earn New Platinum Certifications
Albums from Nicki Minaj, 2 Chainz, A$AP Rocky and YG have also earned RIAA certifications.
Biggie Hologram To Debut In Faith Evans "The King & I" Video
"Words can't even capture how elated I am for the world to finally see my son again on stage and beyond,” Biggie’s mother, Voletta Wallace, says.
Flatbush Zombies: We’re Creating “Post-Apocalyptic New York City" Music
EXCLUSIVE: "I think it’s also cool that it’s a drawing and not just us with weed, our arms folded with backwards hats,” Erick The Architect says of the Flatbush Zombies' "3001: A Laced Odyssey" cover art.
Puff Daddy & The Family Reuniting For Two Concerts In Honor Of Biggie’s Birthday
UPDATE: Jay Z and Mary J. Blige are also set to perform.
Sir Michael Rocks “Populair Part 2” EP Stream, Cover Art & Tracklist
A video for “Kilo On Craigslist” is on the way.
Flip Major “Ba$es Loaded” Album Stream, Cover Art & Tracklist
UPDTE: The album features Skeme, Audio Push and Emilio Rojas and is now available.
Skippa Da Flippa “Im Havin 2” Mixtape Stream, Cover Art & Tracklist
Quavo and Lil Yachty are among the acts featured on Skippa Da Flippa’s project.
Audio Push “The Stone Junction” EP Cover Art, Tracklist & Stream
UPDATE: The seven-track project features production from Wondagurl and is now available.
DMX Claims Puff Daddy Offered Him Double Def Jam’s Offer After Initially Passing On Signing Him
“One thing I respect about Puff is that at least he told me to my face what he felt,” DMX says.
Fat Trel Arrested For Narcotics Distribution & DWI
The MMG rapper was arrested last month for possession of counterfeit currency.
Electronic Devices Banned From Courtroom Of 50 Cent’s Bankruptcy Case
50 Cent has posted images making light of his court proceedings.
RiFF RAFF Signs $4 Million Deal For His Neon Nation Corporation
The rapper’s new deal is in conjunction with Stampede Management and BMG.
Chance The Rapper Redesigns Chicago White Sox Hats
Chance The Rapper partnered with New Era for the project.
Florida Rap Label Part Of $100 Million Federal Income Tax Fraud Scheme, Authorities Allege
Four of the five men have already been sentenced for their alleged roles in the scheme.
DeJ Loaf “All Jokes Aside” Mixtape Stream, Cover Art & Tracklist
UPDATE: The 11-track project featuring Silkk The Shocker is now available.
“We Were Following Puff,” Kareem “Biggs” Burke Says Of Jay Z And Roc-A-Fella Circa 1997
Biggs also says Def Jam Recordings didn’t support Kanye West’s “Through The Wire."
Roc Nation Sports’ Ronnie Stanley Signs Distinctive Zappos Sponsorship Deal
“This partnership is really one of a kind,” the NFL hopeful says.
Kanye West Honors Phife Dawg At Memorial Event
“Anything I ever did wrong,” Kanye West says, "blame Tip and Phife ‘cause ya’ll raised me.”
Timbaland Wins Lawsuit Over Michael Jackson Song “Chicago"
Sidney Swanson accused Timbaland of stealing his “On the Move” song.
Big Sean & Jhene Aiko “Twenty88” Collaborative Album Stream, Cover Art & Tracklist
UPDATE #4: "Twenty88" is now available for streaming on Spotify.
Everlast Threatens Legal Action Against “Scumbag” Donald Trump
"Hey @realDonaldTrump I'll smack the fucking combover off of your disgusting moronic scalp you P.OS.,” Everlast writes.
