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History of the Bay

Dregs One
Bay Area
Hip Hop
San Francisco
Mac Dre
Graffiti
Oakland
Bay Area Hip Hop
Graffiti Art
Berkeley
Music Industry
Hip Hop Culture
Bay Area Rap
Music Production
Rap Music
Fillmore Slim
California
E-40
Reggae
Bruce Lee
Hip-Hop Culture

San Francisco-based graffiti artist and rapper Dregs One explores the Bay Area's rich culture in rap music, graffiti art, and other important areas of local history. Dregs' vast knowledge of Bay Area culture is supplemented by guests who tell their own unique stories of participating in these worlds. As a companion to Dregs' viral 60-second video breakdowns on social media, this podcast will furth... more

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The Bay Area is a region with undeniable talent, but it hasn't become a permanent hip-hop power center. We've had plenty of artists with hits and worldwide acclaim, but there are so many rappers who haven't had the spotlight. Many fans have wondered ... more

Dregs One, rapper graffiti writer and & host of History of the Bay Podcast discusses his first performance ever - 2006 at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma for the Super Hyphy concert with Andre Nickatina, Yukmouth, San Quinn, The Jacka, Dru Down, and ... more

This week's special guests are Tommy McElroy - co-producer of hits for En Vogue, Club Nouveau and more - and filmmaker Renee Moncada. Their son Tommy McElroy, Jr. is a top-ranked amateur boxer out of Oakland. They have a new docuseries out now on Oak... more

Sitting down with designer, YouTuber and Bay Area rap fan KeezyTV to talk about how he started his Haven Court streetwear brand, new fashion trends, and how hip-hop nostalgia inspires his clothing.

--Essential Bay Area Rap Playlist: fanlink.... more

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Recent Guests

Tommy McElroy
Tommy, amateur boxer featured in the documentary
Oakland boxer
Episode: From Producing For Tony! Toni! Tone! to Training Oakland Boxers
Lil Kayla
San Francisco hip-hop artist and rapper
Independent artist / Bay Area scene
Episode: Lil Kayla Interview
Rappin 4-Tay
Rapper from San Francisco, early Dangerous Crew member
Ragtop / Flying Frank J / Dangerous Crew
Episode: History of the Bay: Rappin' 4-Tay
Philthy Rich
San Francisco Bay Area rapper and label founder
Philthy Rich (artist)
Episode: History of the Bay: Philthy Rich (2.0)
Shad Viciouz
San Francisco Bay Area rapper and guest on History of the Bay
Former Shadow, Shadow album artist, Antioch‑based rapper
Episode: History of the Bay: Shad Viciouz (3.0)
David Gonzales
Richmond Homie, founder of David Gonzales Art (DGATs), creator of Homies
DGATs (David Gonzales Art)
Episode: History of the Bay: David Gonzales aka The Homie King
D-Moe the Youngster
A veteran rapper from San Francisco known for his contributions to the Fillmore music scene.
Get Low Records
Episode: History of the Bay: D-Moe
Marshawn Lynch
Former NFL player, known for his time with the Oakland Raiders and Seattle Seahawks
NFL
Episode: History of the Bay: Marshawn Lynch
Turf Talk
Key figure in Bay Area hip hop, pivotal in the hyphy movement.
Sick Wid It Records
Episode: History of the Bay: Turf Talk

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Dregs One
Host of History of the Bay

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 149 ratings
  • Must listen!!

    Love the show! Great interviews!! Hopefully they have Haji Springer soon !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Great grains
    United States7 months ago
  • Dregs that ONE!

    Love hearing the stories from some of the Bay’s finest! Dregs One does a great job question to question!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JusJames916
    United States10 months ago
  • Must listen for Bay Area culture

    Much respect to dregs one fir putting out the dopest interviews of these bay legends

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gobsilla1
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thank you for sharing and documenting Frisco Bay Area game mayne!

    If you don’t know now you know….

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gold Rush City
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thank you, Dregs One and Silk-E

    Loved this conversation with Silk-E! Thanks for sharing the love and inspiration of living true to your art. Silk-E, do you still remember the raps you did in 4th grade? Would love to go back in time to hear and see little you doing your thing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Christine in CA
    United Statesa year ago

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Listener feedback consistently highlights thorough interviews and deep Bay Area context.
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Lil Kayla Interview
Q: What was the turning point when you realized you could monetize music and not just make songs for fun?
She explains that a conversation with her manager/partner GVAL in 2018 opened her eyes to real earnings from music and the possibility of paying bills through it, marking a shift from casual making to serious business.
History of the Bay: Shad Viciouz (3.0)
Q: What was your time like with Pyrex and East Co Co, and how did you navigate those collaborations?
He explains starting with Wax and Wood, the evolution toward Northern Exposures, and how internal disagreements and business decisions shaped who stayed involved, who stepped back, and who joined other projects, including how the crew dynamics evolved over time.
History of the Bay: D-Moe
Q: What are you working on now?
I have a lot of new music coming, focusing on EPs and a musical project that will be available on streaming platforms.
History of the Bay: D-Moe
Q: At what point did you move to Vegas?
I moved to Vegas primarily for financial reasons and found different means of making money.
History of the Bay: D-Moe
Q: Can you explain the origin of the YBG's?
YBG was a real gang with few remaining members who still have it tatted on them. It's rooted in a different life and many of my friends who were part of it are no longer here.

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What is History of the Bay about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A deep look into the Bay Area's creative heartbeat, this show centers on Bay Area rap, graffiti, and broader local history. Conversations with veteran artists, DJs, and cultural figures braid personal origin stories with pivotal moments in music, visual art, and community evolution, often tying past scenes to today's scenes and archival culture. The host guides wide-ranging discussions that touch on origin neighborhoods, iconic crews, landmark releases, and the business side of art and music, all while highlighting how regional identity has shaped a uniquely influential West Coast culture. Noteworthy is the consistent focus on firsthand histories, mentorship, and the role of local networks in sustaining long-running careers, as well as a re... more

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1. Tommy McElroy
2. Lil Kayla
3. Rappin 4-Tay
4. Philthy Rich
5. Shad Viciouz
6. David Gonzales
7. D-Moe the Youngster
8. Marshawn Lynch

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