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Hosted by acclaimed author and journalist Soren Baker, Unique Access with Soren Baker brings the Maryland native’s distinctive interviewing approach to the podcast world. He grew up loving rap and started covering it in the 1990s for The Source, the New York Times, XXL, the Chicago Tribune, Rap Pages, and the Los Angeles Times. Since then, Soren Baker has authored The History Of Gangster Rap and The Gucci Mane Guide To Greatness with Gucci Mane. Given Soren’s extensive knowledge of and relationships with some of the biggest artists in the genre, Unique Access with Soren Baker provides exclusive in-depth interviews with some of entertainment’s most interesting and innovative artists. Get ready to listen, learn, and enjoy! Part of Pantheon Podcasts.

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    Latest episodes from Unique Access Entertainment with Soren Baker

    MC Eiht Details Learning From DJ Quik Beef & His DJ Premier Collaborations | UNIQUE ACCESS WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2022 28:13


    MC Eiht stops by Unique Access Ent. with Soren Baker to discuss his DJ Premier collaborations and making his “Which Way Iz West” LP. The Compton's Most Wanted rapper also explains learning from his DJ Quik beef and why inspired his “Def Wish” and “Duck Sick” song series. MC Eiht also tells Soren Baker what he thinks about Kendrick Lamar and Compton's gangster rap evolution. Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network. Also pick up Soren Baker's books at www.amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at www.youtube.com/uniqueaccessent.

    Big Mike: Rap-A-Lot Sabotaged My “Hard To Hit” LP & Why Convicts Only Did One LP | UNIQUE ACCESS WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2022 57:32


    Big Mike details what gave Rap-A-Lot its identity during his Unique Access Ent. interview with Soren Baker. The Louisiana rapper also discusses his new "Finish The Job" LP and Southern lyricists. Big Mike also reveals why the Convicts only did one LP & discusses Tony Draper not following him to Rap-A-Lot. Also in the conversation, Big Mike says Prince Johnny C told him to do “Peter Man,” making “1-900-Dial-A-Crook” with the Geto Boys, that Rap-A-Lot sabotaged his “Hard To Hit” LP, and that Dr. Dre wanted “Straight Gangstaism” for “The Chronic." Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network. Also pick up Soren Baker's books at www.amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at www.youtube.com/uniqueaccessent.

    Playa Hamm on How DJ Quik Would “Hold Back” In The Studio & Tweed Cadillac Not Being Originally Signed As Penthouse Players Clique Member | UNIQUE ACCESS WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2022 39:40


    Playa Hamm stops by Unique Access with Soren Baker to discuss Tweed Cadillac not being originally signed as a Penthouse Players Clique member. Playa Hamm also tells Soren Baker how DJ Quik would “hold back” in the studio & how he had to try to not be “unreasonably aggressive.” Playa Hamm also talks about how DJ Quik would soak up Penthouse Players Clique's game & how he was thinking he was the king of rap. Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network. Also pick up Soren Baker's books at www.amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at www.youtube.com/uniqueaccessent.

    Grand Master Dee on Learning About Ecstacy's Death & Pitfalls of Whodini's $2 Million MCA Records Deal | UNIQUE ACCESS WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2022 59:56


    Grand Master Dee stops by Unique Access with Soren Baker to discuss learning about Ecstacy's death. The DJ-rapper-producer also discusses how Whodini brought class to rap, making "I'm A Ho" & the pitfalls of his group signing a $2 million MCA Records deal. He also talks with Soren Baker about Jalil crafting Whodini's great story raps & Larry Smith being like Quincy Jones. Grand Master Dee also says that Dr. Dre, Suge Knight & MC Hammer wanted to sign Whodini & explains some of the lessons Jermaine Dupri taught him. Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network. Also pick up Soren Baker's books at www.amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at www.youtube.com/uniqueaccessent.

    Ced Gee: Scott La Rock Was Assassinated & I Shouldn't Have Produced Tim Dog's LP | UNIQUE ACCESS WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2022 77:29


    Ced Gee stops by Unique Access with Soren Baker to discuss his belief that Scott La Rock was assassinated. The Ultramagnetic MC's member also tells Soren Baker that he shouldn't have produced Tim Dog's LP. The Bronx rapper-producer also says it is his fault for not getting “Criminal Minded" production credit & that Ultramagnetic MC's passed on a Def Jam Recordings deal. Ced Gee also details Schoolly D being an anomaly, how Salt-N-Pepa's success cost Ultramagnetic MC's, why he hates “Funk Your Head Up” & that the “Saga Of Dandy, The Devil & Day” needed to be done. Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network. Also pick up Soren Baker's books at www.amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at www.youtube.com/uniqueaccessent.

    Akil The MC on How A Jurassic 5 Member Got the Group Blackballed & Biggie, Tupac Beef | UNIQUE ACCESS WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2022 69:01


    Akil The MC stops by Unique Access with Soren Baker to discuss how hip-hop existed In LA prior to gangster Rap & labels wanting him to sound like the Uzi Bros. The J5 member also tells Soren Baker about Chali 2na's lady naming Jurassic 5 & Pickaninny Records being the perfect situation for the group. Akil The MC also reveals how a Jurassic 5 member dissing Jimmy Iovine got the group blackballed & Biggie & Tupac's beef. The LA-rasied rapper also talks about Shafiq Husayn making the first Jurassic 5 material, OutKast not being MC Shy D, Jurassic 5 isn't functioning right now & that J5 hasn't been in the studio in 7, 8 years. Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network. Also pick up Soren Baker's books at www.amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at www.youtube.com/uniqueaccessent. 

    Dana Dane on Slick Rick's "The Great Adventures Of Slick Rick" | BEST ALBUMS | UNIQUE ACCESS WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2022 13:51


    Dana Dane stops by Unique Access with Soren Baker to discuss Slick Rick's "The Great Adventures Of Slick Rick." On this episode of Best Albums, the Brooklyn, New York rapper tells Soren Baker what Slick Rick achieved by making "Hey Young World," "Treat Her Like A Prostitute," and "Children's Story." Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network. Also pick up Soren Baker's books at www.amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at www.youtube.com/uniqueaccessent.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Dana Dane on Slick Rick's "The Great Adventures Of Slick Rick" | BEST ALBUMS | UNIQUE ACCESS WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2022 12:51


    Dana Dane stops by Unique Access with Soren Baker to discuss Slick Rick's "The Great Adventures Of Slick Rick." On this episode of Best Albums, the Brooklyn, New York rapper tells Soren Baker what Slick Rick achieved by making "Hey Young World," "Treat Her Like A Prostitute," and "Children's Story." Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network. Also pick up Soren Baker's books at www.amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at www.youtube.com/uniqueaccessent. 

    RBX on Why He Didn't Sign To Death Row Records & The Lady Of Rage Giving Him No Love | UNIQUE ACCESS ENT. WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2022 26:08


    RBX stops by Unique Access with Soren Baker to discuss why he didn't sign wih Death Row Records. He also tells Soren Baker about The Lady Of Rage giving him no love, meeting Dr. Dre via Snoop Dogg & being disrespected at Death Row Records. Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network. Also pick up Soren Baker's books at www.amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at www.youtube.com/uniqueaccessent.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    RBX on Why He Didn't Sign To Death Row Records & The Lady Of Rage Giving Him No Love | UNIQUE ACCESS ENT. WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2022 25:08


    RBX stops by Unique Access with Soren Baker to discuss why he didn't sign wih Death Row Records. He also tells Soren Baker about The Lady Of Rage giving him no love, meeting Dr. Dre via Snoop Dogg & being disrespected at Death Row Records. Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network. Also pick up Soren Baker's books at www.amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at www.youtube.com/uniqueaccessent. 

    Eddie Griffin on White Hollywood vs. Black Hollywood vs. Rap Word & Coming Up With Dr. Dre's “Ed-Ucation” | UNIQUE ACCESS WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2022 20:27


    Eddie Griffin stops by Unique Access with Soren Baker to discuss White Hollywood vs. Black Hollywood vs. the Rap Word. The comedian-actor also explains coming up with Dr. Dre's “Ed-Ucation” & his recent “Laughin' Through Your Mask” docucomedy. Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network. Also pick up Soren Baker's books at www.amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at www.youtube.com/uniqueaccessent.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Eddie Griffin on White Hollywood vs. Black Hollywood vs. Rap Word & Coming Up With Dr. Dre's “Ed-Ucation” | UNIQUE ACCESS WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2022 19:27


    Eddie Griffin stops by Unique Access with Soren Baker to discuss White Hollywood vs. Black Hollywood vs. the Rap Word. The comedian-actor also explains coming up with Dr. Dre's “Ed-Ucation” & his recent “Laughin' Through Your Mask” docucomedy. Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network. Also pick up Soren Baker's books at www.amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at www.youtube.com/uniqueaccessent. 

    CJ Mac on Why He Signed With J Prince & Rap-A-Lot Records & Portraying Gator In Mack 10's “Thicker Than Water” | UNIQUE ACCESS WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2022 23:48


    CJ Mac stops by Unique Access with Soren Baker to explain why he signed with J Prince & Rap-A-Lot Records. The Los Angeles rapper also discusses portraying Gator In Mack 10's “Thicker Than Water” movie. CJ Mack also details DJ Pooh & Mixmaster Spade helping him when he wasn't being taken seriously. Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network. Also pick up Soren Baker's books at www.amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at www.youtube.com/uniqueaccessent.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    CJ Mac on Why He Signed With J Prince & Rap-A-Lot Records & Portraying Gator In Mack 10's “Thicker Than Water” | UNIQUE ACCESS WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2022 22:48


    CJ Mac stops by Unique Access with Soren Baker to explain why he signed with J Prince & Rap-A-Lot Records. The Los Angeles rapper also discusses portraying Gator In Mack 10's “Thicker Than Water” movie. CJ Mack also details DJ Pooh & Mixmaster Spade helping him when he wasn't being taken seriously. Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network. Also pick up Soren Baker's books at www.amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at www.youtube.com/uniqueaccessent. 

    Kwame on Hurby Luv Bug Saying Big Daddy Kane & Rakim Won't Work & Sugar Hill Records' Janky Offer | UNIQUE ACCESS WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2022 75:40


    Kwame stops by Unique Access with Soren Baker to discuss Hurby Luv Bug telling him that Big Daddy Kane & Rakim wouldn't work. The Queens, New York rapper-producer-executive also tells Soren Baker about Sugar Hill Records' janky contract offer. Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network. Also pick up Soren Baker's books at www.amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at www.youtube.com/uniqueaccessent.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Kwame on Hurby Luv Bug Saying Big Daddy Kane & Rakim Won't Work & Sugar Hill Records' Janky Offer | UNIQUE ACCESS WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2022 74:40


    Kwame stops by Unique Access with Soren Baker to discuss Hurby Luv Bug telling him that Big Daddy Kane & Rakim wouldn't work. The Queens, New York rapper-producer-executive also tells Soren Baker about Sugar Hill Records' janky contract offer. Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network. Also pick up Soren Baker's books at www.amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at www.youtube.com/uniqueaccessent. 

    G Perico on People Loving His Jheri Curl & Comparing Him To Eazy-E & DJ Quik | UNIQUE ACCESS WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2022 16:44


    G Perico stops by Unique Access with Soren Baker to discuss how people love his jheri curl. The Los Angeles rapper also tells Soren Baker about people comparing him to Eazy-E and DJ Quik. Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network. Also pick up Soren Baker's books at www.amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at www.youtube.com/uniqueaccessent.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    G Perico on People Loving His Jheri Curl & Comparing Him To Eazy-E & DJ Quik | UNIQUE ACCESS WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2022 15:44


    G Perico stops by Unique Access with Soren Baker to discuss how people love his jheri curl. The Los Angeles rapper also tells Soren Baker about people comparing him to Eazy-E and DJ Quik. Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network. Also pick up Soren Baker's books at www.amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at www.youtube.com/uniqueaccessent. 

    Krizz Kaliko on How He Told Tech N9ne He Was Leaving Strange Music & Being Opposite of D'Angelo | UNIQUE ACCESS WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2022 32:06


    Krizz Kaliko stops by Unique Access with Soren Baker to discuss how he told Tech N9ne he was leaving Strange Music. The Kansas City rapper-singer also tells Soren Baker about being the opposite of D'Angelo. Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network. Also pick up Soren Baker's books at www.amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at www.youtube.com/uniqueaccessent.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Krizz Kaliko on How He Told Tech N9ne He Was Leaving Strange Music & Being Opposite of D'Angelo | UNIQUE ACCESS WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2022 31:06


    Krizz Kaliko stops by Unique Access with Soren Baker to discuss how he told Tech N9ne he was leaving Strange Music. The Kansas City rapper-singer also tells Soren Baker about being the opposite of D'Angelo. Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network. Also pick up Soren Baker's books at www.amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at www.youtube.com/uniqueaccessent. 

    RZA: My Old Manager Doubted My Production Abilities & DJ Scratch's Role on “Saturday Afternoon Kung Fu Theater” | UNIQUE ACCESS WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2022 26:33


    RZA stops by Unique Access with Soren Baker to discuss how one of his old managers doubted his production abilities. The Wu-Tang Clan mastermind also tells Soren Baker about DJ Scratch's role on their new joint album, “Saturday Afternoon Kung Fu Theater.” Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network. Also pick up Soren Baker's books at amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at youtube.com/uniqueaccessent.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    RZA: My Old Manager Doubted My Production Abilities & DJ Scratch's Role on “Saturday Afternoon Kung Fu Theater” | UNIQUE ACCESS WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2022 25:33


    RZA stops by Unique Access with Soren Baker to discuss how one of his old managers doubted his production abilities. The Wu-Tang Clan mastermind also tells Soren Baker about DJ Scratch's role on their new joint album, “Saturday Afternoon Kung Fu Theater.” Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network. Also pick up Soren Baker's books at amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at youtube.com/uniqueaccessent. 

    Mack 10 on How He Met Ice Cube, Westside Connection Dissing the East Coast & Why He Signed With Priority Records | UNIQUE ACCESS ENT. SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2022 57:03


    Mack 10 visits Unique Access with Soren Baker to discuss the Westside Connection going at the East Coast, meeting Ice Cube & admiring Slick Rick. He also discusses his forthcoming LP, "The Red Print." Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network. Also pick up Soren Baker's books at amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at youtube.com/uniqueaccessent.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Mack 10 on How He Met Ice Cube, Westside Connection Dissing the East Coast & Why He Signed With Priority Records | UNIQUE ACCESS ENT. SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2022 56:03


    Mack 10 visits Unique Access with Soren Baker to discuss the Westside Connection going at the East Coast, meeting Ice Cube & admiring Slick Rick. He also discusses his forthcoming LP, "The Red Print." Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network. Also pick up Soren Baker's books at amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at youtube.com/uniqueaccessent. 

    T. Rodgers Explains Who Joins A Gang | UNIQUE ACCESS WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2022 13:30


    T. Rodgers breaks down the difference between education and edutainment on Unique Access with Soren Baker. The late Chicago native details what he says is the pipeline from Kindergarten to the penitentiary. The crisis management consultant and Bloods gang founder also explains the art of listening (to the disenfranchised), why people are afraid of a man who acts wisely, the line between a gang and an organization, how to listen to your soul, and why he says there are only three things in a gang. Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network. Also pick up Soren Baker's books at amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at youtube.com/uniqueaccessent. 

    T. Rodgers Explains Who Joins A Gang | UNIQUE ACCESS WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2022 12:30


    T. Rodgers breaks down the difference between education and edutainment on Unique Access with Soren Baker. The late Chicago native details what he says is the pipeline from Kindergarten to the penitentiary. The crisis management consultant and Bloods gang founder also explains the art of listening (to the disenfranchised), why people are afraid of a man who acts wisely, the line between a gang and an organization, how to listen to your soul, and why he says there are only three things in a gang. Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network. Also pick up Soren Baker's books at amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at youtube.com/uniqueaccessent. 

    Tom MacDonald on Making Eminem's “Stan's Revenge” NFT Into “Dear Slim” & Continuing “Stan” | UNIQUE ACCESS WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2022 60:00


    Tom MacDonald stops by Unique Access with Soren Baker to discuss buying Eminem's "Stan's Revenge" NFT and making it into "Dear Slim." The Los Angeles-based rapper also tells Soren Baker about his "Dear Slim" being a "Stan" continuation and how his dad told him that not all of Marilyn Manson's and Eminem's lyrics were cool. The former professional wrestler also says he wasn't being literal on "Church," describes accidentally becoming a villainous character, and details being emotionally invested in Steve Austin. Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network. Also pick up Soren Baker's books at amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at youtube.com/uniqueaccessent.

    Tom MacDonald on Making Eminem's “Stan's Revenge” NFT Into “Dear Slim” & Continuing “Stan” | UNIQUE ACCESS WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2022 59:00


    Tom MacDonald stops by Unique Access with Soren Baker to discuss buying Eminem's "Stan's Revenge" NFT and making it into "Dear Slim." The Los Angeles-based rapper also tells Soren Baker about his "Dear Slim" being a "Stan" continuation and how his dad told him that not all of Marilyn Manson's and Eminem's lyrics were cool. The former professional wrestler also says he wasn't being literal on "Church," describes accidentally becoming a villainous character, and details being emotionally invested in Steve Austin. Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network. Also pick up Soren Baker's books at amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at youtube.com/uniqueaccessent.

    Ice-T On What Ice Cube Told Him About “The Boyz-N-The Hood” & LA Rap's Three Family Trees | UNIQUE ACCESS ENT. WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2022 71:13


    Ice-T stops by Unique Access Ent. with Soren Baker to discuss whether or not Tupac should be considered a gangster rapper. The rap pioneer also tells Soren Baker why New York artists didn't want to be labeled gangster rappers, what Ice Cube told him about “The Boyz-N-The Hood,” and Los Angeles rap's three family trees. Elsewhere, Ice-T discusses the Beastie Boys and Schoolly D inspiring “6 In The Mornin'" and not sending people to prison with his music. Pick up Soren Baker's books at amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at youtube.com/uniqueaccessent. Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access Ent. with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network.

    Ice-T On What Ice Cube Told Him About “The Boyz-N-The Hood” & LA Rap's Three Family Trees | UNIQUE ACCESS ENT. WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2022 70:13


    Ice-T stops by Unique Access Ent. with Soren Baker to discuss whether or not Tupac should be considered a gangster rapper. The rap pioneer also tells Soren Baker why New York artists didn't want to be labeled gangster rappers, what Ice Cube told him about “The Boyz-N-The Hood,” and Los Angeles rap's three family trees. Elsewhere, Ice-T discusses the Beastie Boys and Schoolly D inspiring “6 In The Mornin'" and not sending people to prison with his music. Pick up Soren Baker's books at amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at youtube.com/uniqueaccessent. Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access Ent. with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network.

    Solo Reflects on his Ice Cube Altercation, his "Grand Theft Auto 5" work & Details Why Kam Flies Under the Radar | UNIQUE ACCESS ENT. WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2022 25:58


    Solo reflects on his altercation with Ice Cube & meeting DJ Pooh. Solo aka Franklin from "Grand Theft Auto 5" also tells host Soren Baker about Ice Cube telling him he was leaving N.W.A, and Mack 10 stepping into the confrontation between Solo & Ice Cube. During his Unique Access Ent. With Soren Baker interview, Solo explains why Kam is under the radar. The voice of Franklin on "GTA" also details his tricky auditions for the blockbuster video game & how much of his career he owes to DJ Pooh. Pick up Soren Baker's books at amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at youtube.com/uniqueaccessent. Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access Ent. with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network.

    Nice & Smooth on Makaveli's "The Don Killuminati (The 7 Day Theory)" | BEST ALBUMS | UNIQUE ACCESS ENT. WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2022 15:12


    Nice & Smooth explains why Makaveli's "The Don Killuminati (The 7 Day Theory)" is one of the Best Albums. Smooth Bee & Greg Nice tell host Soren Baker why "Hail Mary," "Me And My Girlfriend" and "To Live And Die In L.A." are particularly potent tracks. Smooth Bee also details why he compares Tupac to Bruce Lee. Hit us up in the comments section & let us know what you think. Pick up Soren Baker's books at amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at youtube.com/uniqueaccessent. Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access Ent. with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network.

    MC Ren on Meeting with Ice Cube After "No Vaseline" & Why He Didn't Leave Eazy-E's Ruthless Records | UNIQUE ACCESS ENT. WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2022 27:06


    MC Ren talks about meeting up with Ice Cube after he dropped "No Vaseline" and reveals why N.W.A didn't respond to the track. During his Unique Access Ent. with Soren Baker interview, the Compton rapper also explains why he didn't leave Ruthless Records, even after Eazy-E died. Elsewhere, MC Ren breaks down what Dr. Dre was like when he was writing lyrics compared to when he was producing for N.W.A. The rapper also examines Eazy-E's eye for talent, discusses some of N.W.A's musical influences, explains what made N.W.A so powerful, and announces his upcoming collaborations with Ice Cube & DJ Premier & his documentary. Pick up Soren Baker's books at amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at youtube.com/uniqueaccessent. Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access Ent. with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network.

    James Prince on Puffy & Biggie's Major Mistake & Suge Knight Campaigning with Foolishness | UNIQUE ACCESS WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2022 47:09


    James Prince explains how patience helped him get paid from Murder Inc. During his Unique Access Ent. with Soren Baker interview, the author of "The Art & Science Of Respect" also discusses how he applies street principles to the record business and how an LL Cool J check inspired him. Elsewhere, James Prince explains why Puffy & Biggie had a surface level understanding of the streets. The Rap-A-Lot Records founder also talks about Suge Knight campaigning with foolishness, meeting Larry Hoover, believing more is caught than taught, why he didn't become a slave to drugs, and about learning from Napoleon Hill & Ken Berry. Pick up Soren Baker's books at amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at youtube.com/uniqueaccessent. Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access Ent. with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network.

    Solo Reflects on his Ice Cube Altercation, his "Grand Theft Auto 5" work & Details Why Kam Flies Under the Radar | UNIQUE ACCESS ENT. WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2022 24:58


    Solo reflects on his altercation with Ice Cube & meeting DJ Pooh. Solo aka Franklin from "Grand Theft Auto 5" also tells host Soren Baker about Ice Cube telling him he was leaving N.W.A, and Mack 10 stepping into the confrontation between Solo & Ice Cube. During his Unique Access Ent. With Soren Baker interview, Solo explains why Kam is under the radar. The voice of Franklin on "GTA" also details his tricky auditions for the blockbuster video game & how much of his career he owes to DJ Pooh. Pick up Soren Baker's books at amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at youtube.com/uniqueaccessent. Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access Ent. with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network.

    Nice & Smooth on Makaveli's "The Don Killuminati (The 7 Day Theory)" | BEST ALBUMS | UNIQUE ACCESS ENT. WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2022 14:12


    Nice & Smooth explains why Makaveli's "The Don Killuminati (The 7 Day Theory)" is one of the Best Albums. Smooth Bee & Greg Nice tell host Soren Baker why "Hail Mary," "Me And My Girlfriend" and "To Live And Die In L.A." are particularly potent tracks. Smooth Bee also details why he compares Tupac to Bruce Lee. Hit us up in the comments section & let us know what you think. Pick up Soren Baker's books at amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at youtube.com/uniqueaccessent. Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access Ent. with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network.

    MC Ren on Meeting with Ice Cube After "No Vaseline" & Why He Didn't Leave Eazy-E's Ruthless Records | UNIQUE ACCESS ENT. WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2022 26:06


    MC Ren talks about meeting up with Ice Cube after he dropped "No Vaseline" and reveals why N.W.A didn't respond to the track. During his Unique Access Ent. with Soren Baker interview, the Compton rapper also explains why he didn't leave Ruthless Records, even after Eazy-E died. Elsewhere, MC Ren breaks down what Dr. Dre was like when he was writing lyrics compared to when he was producing for N.W.A. The rapper also examines Eazy-E's eye for talent, discusses some of N.W.A's musical influences, explains what made N.W.A so powerful, and announces his upcoming collaborations with Ice Cube & DJ Premier & his documentary. Pick up Soren Baker's books at amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at youtube.com/uniqueaccessent. Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access Ent. with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network.

    James Prince on Puffy & Biggie's Major Mistake & Suge Knight Campaigning with Foolishness | UNIQUE ACCESS WITH SOREN BAKER

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2022 46:09


    James Prince explains how patience helped him get paid from Murder Inc. During his Unique Access Ent. with Soren Baker interview, the author of "The Art & Science Of Respect" also discusses how he applies street principles to the record business and how an LL Cool J check inspired him. Elsewhere, James Prince explains why Puffy & Biggie had a surface level understanding of the streets. The Rap-A-Lot Records founder also talks about Suge Knight campaigning with foolishness, meeting Larry Hoover, believing more is caught than taught, why he didn't become a slave to drugs, and about learning from Napoleon Hill & Ken Berry. Pick up Soren Baker's books at amazon.com/author/sorenbaker and watch his interviews at youtube.com/uniqueaccessent. Please like, subscribe, and share Unique Access Ent. with Soren Baker, part of the Pantheon Media podcast network.

    Unique Access Entertainment with Soren Baker: Trailer

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2022 4:05


    Hosted by acclaimed author and journalist Soren Baker, Unique Access with Soren Baker brings the Maryland native's distinctive interviewing approach to the podcast world. He grew up loving rap and started covering it in the 1990s for The Source, the New York Times, XXL, the Chicago Tribune, Rap Pages, and the Los Angeles Times. Since then, Soren Baker has authored The History Of Gangster Rap and The Gucci Mane Guide To Greatness with Gucci Mane. Given Soren's extensive knowledge of and relationships with some of the biggest artists in the genre, Unique Access with Soren Baker provides exclusive in-depth interviews with some of entertainment's most interesting and innovative artists. Get ready to listen, learn, and enjoy! Part of Pantheon Podcasts.

    Unique Access Entertainment with Soren Baker: Trailer

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2022 3:05


    Hosted by acclaimed author and journalist Soren Baker, Unique Access with Soren Baker brings the Maryland native's distinctive interviewing approach to the podcast world. He grew up loving rap and started covering it in the 1990s for The Source, the New York Times, XXL, the Chicago Tribune, Rap Pages, and the Los Angeles Times. Since then, Soren Baker has authored The History Of Gangster Rap and The Gucci Mane Guide To Greatness with Gucci Mane. Given Soren's extensive knowledge of and relationships with some of the biggest artists in the genre, Unique Access with Soren Baker provides exclusive in-depth interviews with some of entertainment's most interesting and innovative artists. Get ready to listen, learn, and enjoy! Part of Pantheon Podcasts.

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