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.
XXL Lists "27 Hip Hop Songs About Rappers Making Trillions"
XXL says its list was inspired by news that Dr. Dre may be Rap's first billionaire.
Tech N9ne Says "Strangeulation's" Success Showcases Strange Music Rappers' Lyricism
Exclusive: Tech N9ne and Strange Music CEO Travis O'Guin discuss the success of the Tech N9ne Collabos "Strangeulation" album, the #1 rap album in the country this week.
T.I. Says Game, G. Count Of L.E.P. Bogus Boys Addressed Beef
Last week, G. Count of L.E.P. Bogus Boys released "Chiraq (Game Diss)."
Coalmine Records Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary With "Unearthed" Compilation
Exclusive: Coalmine Records founder Matt Diamond discusses the work on his imprint, which has released material with Guilty Simpson, M-Phazes and Pharoahe Monch, among others.
Rolling Stone Lists "20 Great Songs About Prison"
Rolling Stone's list of "20 Great Songs About Prison" includes Nas' "One Love."
Solange Knowles Removes Beyonce Images From Instagram Account
Solange takes down all images of Beyonce on her Instagram posted in the last 14 months.
The Standard Releases Statement Regarding Jay Z, Solange Altercation
The Standard hotel says it will take action regarding the breach of its security system.
Lil' Flip, Chalie Boy, Tali Blanco Announce Texas Tour Dates
Lil' Flip also released his "#TIM3L3SSIII" mixtape this month.
TDE Slams Media After Purported Kendrick Lamar Album Info Reported
TDE's retOne blasts the media for "these fake ass news stories" after outlets report alleged information on Kendrick Lamar's forthcoming album.
Lil Reese Blasts 2 Chainz Over "Wuda Cudashuda"
Lil Reese says the hook of 2 Chainz's "Wuda Cudashuda" cut was lifted from his lyrics on Lil Herb's "On My Soul."
Hip Hop Singles Sales: Week Of 05/04/14
Exclusive: Iggy Azalea's "Fancy" ends "Happy" by Pharrell William's run at the top of the R&B/Hip-Hop singles sales chart.
Hip Hop Week In Review: The Most Popular Stories The Week Of 05/04/14
Lil Durk, Tyga and Game exchange verbal shots, while Tech N9ne praises Eminem.
Rolling Stone Lists "25 Astonishing First Appearances By Famous Rappers"
Early material from Dr. Dre, LL Cool J and Nas is included on Rolling Stone's list.
RZA, The Hood Internet Crafting EPs For Dr Pepper's "One of a Kind" Series
RZA and The Hood Internet are among the artists crafting exclusive material in Dr Pepper's new recording studio in Hollywood.
Apple Reportedly Purchasing Dr. Dre's Beats Electronics For $3.2 Billion
Dr. Dre stands to make $1 billion on the proposed sale.
G. Count Of L.E.P. Bogus Boys Blasts Game On "Chiraq (Game Diss)"
Game appears to send a tweet in response to the L.E.P. Bogus Boys' song.
The-Dream Booked, Held For Felony Assault Of Lydia Nam; Singer-Songwriter Proclaims Innocence
The-Dream is being held in New York City on assault, reckless endangerment and child endangerment charges.
Snippet From "The Wu - Once Upon A Time In Shaolin" Album Revealed
Wu-Tang Clan album features the group "going back to '93-'97," according to producer Cilvaringz.
Iamsu! "Sincerely Yours" Release Date, Cover Art, Tracklist & Album Stream
UPDATE: The stream of Iamsu!'s "Sincerely Yours" album is now available. The project features 2 Chainz, Sage The Gemini, Wiz Khalifa, Too $hort and E-40.
Lil Durk Responds To Tyga, Game's "ChiRaq To LA" Disses
Lil Durk tweets about Tyga and Game's appearance on "ChiRaq To LA (Lil Durk Diss)." Compton Menace also disses Game on Twitter.
XXL 2014 Freshman List Revealed
Chance The Rapper and Rich Homie Quan are among the artists featured on XXL's 2014 Freshman Class.
