
“The Hip Hop Files explores music history and the true crime and gangster stories that shaped it. From Tupac and Biggie to DMX, Big L, and beyond, we uncover the real stories behind hip hop’s legends — their rise, their struggles, and the crimes that shook the culture. Part music history, part true crime podcast, this is where hip hop’s past meets the streets.”
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 7 | Founded | 2 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Music HistoryMusic | |||

The hunger turned to fire. In Part 2 of our DMX story, we follow Earl Simmons’ rise from the underground to global stardom — a journey where music history, true crime, and the gangster stories of the 1990s collide.
This chapter explores his breakout... more
From the streets of Yonkers to the rise of a raw, untamed voice in hip hop, this is the beginning of Earl “DMX” Simmons’ story. His journey is rooted in music history, true crime, and the gangster stories that shaped the 1990s rap scene.
In Part 1, ... more
Brooklyn made him. The world knew him. In Part 2 of our Notorious B.I.G. story, we follow how Christopher Wallace became Brooklyn’s finest — a journey shaped by music history, true crime, and the gangster stories of 1990s New York.
From Bed-Stuy’s s... more
In Part 1 of our story on The Notorious B.I.G., we trace the origins of Christopher Wallace — from his early life in Brooklyn to the struggles that shaped him. His journey reflects music history, true crime, and the gangster stories that surrounded N... more
In Part 2 of our Tupac Shakur story, we continue exploring the rise, struggles, and legacy of one of hip hop’s most iconic voices, exploring music history and the true crime and gangster stories that shaped it.From his time behind bars to his explosi... more
Episode 1 of The Hip Hop Files Podcast tells the story of Tupac Shakur — the legend, the poet, the revolutionary voice of hip hop. His journey is rooted in music history, true crime, and the gangster stories that shaped his life and career.
From his... more
Welcome to The Hip Hop Files Podcast — where hip hop history comes alive. The Hip Hop Files explores music history and the true crime and gangster stories that shaped it.Each series uncovers the untold stories of rap’s greatest legends, exploring the... more
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