The Gangster Chronicles

Big Steele talks with Benzino for a deep dive into the complexities of the hip hop industry. Benzino offers his candid thoughts on a range of topics, including the controversies around P Diddy's documentary. Ray Benzino goes in on 50 cent and say's he dropped the doc on Diddy to be spiteful. They also discuss systemic issues facing black men, and the dynamics between Eminem and 50 Cent. Benzino shares personal anecdotes about his own experiences, relationships within the industry, and the ongoing challenges posed by social media and internet fame.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Gangster Chronicles, MC Eiht and Steele discuss the current "Streets Are Dead" movement. They reflect on whether the streets are truly 'dead' and how many modern rappers genuinely live the lifestyles they rap about. They also delve into the common practice of rappers using shock value to go viral and debate the authenticity of many rappers' street affiliations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We sat with the homegirl Suga T, ya know, E-40's lil sister and chopped it up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Compton street legend Baby Gangsta takes us from the 80's crack game to the present and tells us why this generation is probably the most viscous. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

West Coast hip-hop icon Kokane joins Norman Steele for a powerful, no-holding-back conversation about the realbusiness behind the music. In this explosive interview, Kokane opens up about his long career, his role in shaping the G-Funk era, and the royalty controversies that have followed some of the biggest names in rap. For the first time on record, Kokane discusses the financial disputes that impacted both him and Daz Dillinger, and why he believes Snoop benefitted from royalties that were never meant to land in his pocket. This episode dives deep into the realities of publishing, paperwork, loyalty, and the hidden politics of West Coast rap’s golden age. Whether you’re a fan of G-Funk, a student of hip-hop culture, or someone who wants to understand how artists lose millions through bad deals, this interview offers rare insight from one of the genre’s most influential voices. Listen for: Insider stories from the Death Row era How royalty splits and publishing really work Kokane’s firsthand account of disputed payments The business decisions that shaped West Coast history Lessons every independent artist needs to hear A raw, honest, history-making episode. In the 2nd half we also tap in with homie Cam Capone from Cam Capone TV where he says fame is better than money!!! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.