You are now watching the Drink Champs Experience in 4k Ultra HD!!! N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs in this episode the champs chop it up with the legends themselves, MC Eiht and Norm Steele! MC Eiht and Norm Steele join us to share their journey in Hip Hop and how they came together for their podcast “The Gangster Chronicles”. The guys share stories of 2Pac, Grand Theft Auto, Suge Knight, Eazy-E and much much more! MC Eiht & Norm Steele shares stories about their podcast “The Gangster Chronicles” which you can hear now! Lots of great stories that you don’t want to miss! Make some noise for MC Eiht and Norm Steele!!! 💐💐💐🏆🏆🏆 🎉🎉🎉 Sign up for Underdog Fantasy HERE with promo code DRINKCHAMPS and get a $100 first deposit match: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-drink-champs Timecodes: 0:00:00 - Intro 00:01:40 - MC Eiht and Norm Steele receive their Flowers! 💐 00:03:01 - MC Eiht talks about his beginnings in hip-hop and early influences. 00:07:31 - The importance of regional sounds and storytelling in hip-hop. 00:11:01 - The relationship between gang culture and the music industry. 00:13:00 - MC Eiht discusses the lure of gang life versus the pursuit of money. 00:20:01 - MC Eiht shares stories from his life and career. 00:22:00 - Anecdote about a friend and the gang dynamics in Ohio. 00:30:01 - Reflections on gang affiliations and their impact on artists. 00:35:00 - Discussing the respect for individuals like Tupac in the context of gang culture. 00:40:01 - Working with other artists and producers in the industry. 00:50:01 - Navigating the music industry while being affiliated with gangs. 00:53:00 - Discussing the impact of gang-related conflicts on careers. 01:00:01 - MC Eiht talks about significant moments in his career. 01:05:00 - The impact of hit records and collaborations. 01:10:01 - The importance of staying true to one’s roots. 01:15:00 - How MC Eiht balances his past with his current status. 01:19:45 - Quick Time with Slime 🏆 01:20:01 - The importance of respect among hip-hop artists. 01:25:00 - Discussing the legacies of various artists and their contributions to the culture. 01:35:01 - MC Eiht talks about his acting career and experiences in films. 01:38:00 - Anecdote about his role in the movie "Menace II Society" and improvising scenes. 01:40:01 - Discussion on the influence of West Coast hip-hop and its distinctive sound. 01:43:00 - How West Coast hip-hop differed from other regional sounds. 01:45:01 - MC Eiht’s views on the current state of hip-hop. 01:47:00 - Comparisons between old-school and modern hip-hop. 01:50:01 - Stories about interactions with other hip-hop legends like Tupac and Eazy-E. 01:55:00 - The impact of these legends on his career and the broader hip-hop community. 01:57:01 - How music has influenced MC Eiht’s personal life and growth. 02:00:00 - Balancing personal challenges with professional success. 02:05:01 - MC Eiht shares his philosophy on life, success, and the music industry. 02:08:00 - The importance of perseverance and staying true to oneself. 02:10:01 - MC Eiht’s efforts in giving back to his community. 02:12:00 - The role of artists in uplifting their communities. 02:15:01 - MC Eiht talks about his upcoming projects and future plans. 02:18:00 - Excitement for new music and collaborations. 02:30:01 - Discussing how the music industry has evolved over the years. 02:33:00 - The impact of digital platforms on hip-hop. 02:35:01 - MC Eiht shares advice for upcoming artists. 02:38:00 - Emphasizing the importance of authenticity and hard work. 02:40:01 - The role of social media in promoting music and connecting with fans. 02:43:00 - How MC Eiht utilizes social media in his career. 02:45:01 - Discussing the broader hip-hop culture and its lifestyle aspects. 02:48:00 - The influence of fashion, language, and attitudes shaped by hip-hop. 02:50:01 - MC Eiht reflects on the recognition and awards he has received. 02:53:00 - The significance of these accolades to his career. 02:55:01 - Importance of having a strong support system. *Listen and subscribe at https://www.drinkchamps.com Follow Drink Champs: https://www.instagram.com/drinkchamps https://www.twitter.com/drinkchamps https://www.facebook.com/drinkchamps https://www.youtube.com/drinkchamps DJ EFN https://www.crazyhood.com https://www.instagram.com/whoscrazy https://www.twitter.com/djefn https://www.facebook.com/crazyhoodproductions N.O.R.E. https://www.instagram.com/therealnoreaga https://www.twitter.com/noreaga