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History of the Bay: D-Ray
Episode 28
D-Ray is a photographer who has taken some of the most legendary and well-recognized pictures in Bay Area rap history. Picking up photography as a ho…
2 years, 9 months ago
History of the Bay: Apexer
Episode 27
Apexer is a world-renowned painter whose roots began in the San Francisco graffiti scene and evolved into one of the most recognized muralists from t…
2 years, 10 months ago
History of the Bay: Souls of Mischief
Episode 26
30 years after their debut, Souls of Mischief are proving that the title of their song "93 'Til Infinity" is true. Currently, they are in the middle …
2 years, 10 months ago
History of the Bay: DJ.Fresh
Episode 25
Known for his unmistakable producer tag and signature style of beats, DJ.Fresh has been a staple of the Bay Area hip-hop scene for decades. Growing u…
2 years, 10 months ago
History of the Bay: A-Wax & Big Tone
Episode 24
A-Wax and Big Tone are veteran rappers representing the East Bay cities of Pittsburg and Antioch. Both got involved in gang life early and saw music …
2 years, 11 months ago
History of the Bay: Herm Lewis
Episode 23
Herm Lewis turned his life around from being a street hustler and addict in San Francisco's notorious Hunters Point neighborhood to running his own r…
2 years, 11 months ago
History of the Bay: Rick Rock
Episode 22
Rick Rock is a legendary producer whose extensive credits include some of the greatest rappers of all time. He's made hits for 2pac, Jay-Z, Snoop Dog…
2 years, 11 months ago
History of the Bay: Champelli
Episode 21
History of the Bay Podcast Ep. 21: Champelli is a San Francisco legend who created the beloved "champagne" strain in the 90s, decades ahead of the bo…
3 years ago
History of the Bay: Ceav 640
Episode 20
Ceav has been an active graffiti writer since the 1990s. Coming out of Oakland, he was influenced by older writers like Mike Dream and Serf TMP. Know…
3 years, 1 month ago
History of the Bay: Mike Giant
Episode 19
Mike Giant made a name for himself as an artist in the worlds of graffiti, skateboarding, tattoo, streetwear, and fine art. Drawing ever since he was…
3 years, 1 month ago