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Ice-T On “Drink Champs”: On Acting Career, Past Beefs & Much More

July 1, 2023 by newhiphopnews

On the latest episode of Drink Champs with N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN, Ice-T popped by as their special guest for the conversation. During their talk, the went through a lot of the most important and notable aspects of the New Jersey-born and Los Angeles-raised rapper’s career. Whether it was about his history in the hip-hop game, his acting experiences, or his thoughts on the current generation, he spoke earnestly and vividly of his perspective. Specifically, some of the most interesting points of the conversation revolved around him speaking on the evolution of the genre and his interactions with artists like Tupac Shakur and when he first heard the genre. Overall, it holds a lot of enlightening stories and insights into the MC’s legendary career.

For example, Ice-T briefly addressed how he interprets different roles as an actor, especially considering his life experiences. Specifically, he spoke on the surprising similarity between portraying a police officer and playing the part of a gangster. “We all have had enough experience with the cops, you can act like a cop,” he explained. “Like when I’m on ‘Law & Order,’ right before I do the scene, I just go ‘A**hole, a**hole, a**hole, a**hole.’ And then I talk down to you. But dig this, playing a cop and playing a gangster is the exact same acting. Exact same acting. We both got a gun, we both got an attitude, we both want answers, or there will be a consequence.”

Ice-T’s Drink Champs Episode

Of course, not every story told in Ice-T’s Drink Champs episode was as serious. One funny anecdote that he told was when he tried to get ecstasy for his wife Coco Austin at a club. When a dealer recognized him, he ended up giving him about 20 tablets of MDMA. It’s unclear what he did with all that ecstasy, but at least Coco was probably pleased with getting such a large stash for the foreseeable future.

Meanwhile, it’s heartening to see that the Drink Champs episode went well, because the 65-year-old isn’t the biggest fan of podcasts. “Artist Public Service: Doing Interviews can be risky if you Don’t know what you’re doing…” he wrote on Twitter. “They will talk to you for hours hoping you say one thing they can TWIST and hype up for clicks.. Unfortunately most podcast have now DEVOLVED to this BS. Just sayin.” For more news and the latest updates on Ice-T and Drink Champs, stick around on HNHH.

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Ice-T Breaks Down Why Playing A Cop & Playing A Gangster Are The Same

June 30, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Ice-T is almost as renowned for his acting career as he is for his incredibly influential hip-hop artistry, and some might even flip that table. Regardless, it’s clear that the actor has learned a lot through his time on the screen, and that it’s also garnered him much success and acclaim. Moreover, the 65-year-old will appear on an upcoming episode of Drink Champs with N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN, of which various preview clips released. In one of them, the MC-turned-actor revealed the similarities he believes there are between playing a policeman and playing a gangster. While they may seem like opposite roles, he actually finds a lot of common ground between them, an almost poetic assessment.

“We all have had enough experience with the cops, you can act like a cop,” Ice-T remarked. “Like when I’m on ‘Law & Order,’ right before I do the scene, I just go ‘A**hole, a**hole, a**hole, a**hole.’ And then I talk down to you. But dig this, playing a cop and playing a gangster is the exact same acting. Exact same acting. We both got a gun, we both got an attitude, we both want answers, or there will be a consequence.”

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Ice-T On The Yin & Yang Of Playing A Cop Versus A Gangster

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In fact, his appearance on Drink Champs is actually quite ironic considering that the New Jersey-born creative warned artists of podcast appearances just about a month ago. “Artist Public Service: Doing Interviews can be risky if you Don’t know what you’re doing,” Ice-T tweeted. “They will talk to you for hours hoping you say one thing they can TWIST and hype up for clicks. Unfortunately, most podcasts have now DEVOLVED to this BS. Just saying.” That being said, it’s clear that he’s at least selective, so we’re sure that this latest appearance will host some interesting conversations and revelations.

Meanwhile, another clip from his interview was a wild story about doing ecstasy with his wife, Coco Austin. Maybe the full talk boasts more bizarre and zany tales like these, a mode that the artist doesn’t typically engage in. Still, we’ll have to wait and see until the full episode drops. For more news and the latest updates on Ice-T, check back in with HNHH.

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Ice-T Speaks On Trying Ecstasy With Coco: Watch

June 28, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Deemed “the greatest Drink Champs story ever,” Ice-T came onto the show to chat it up with NORE about the first time he got high with his wife, Coco. The episode, which launches Thursday on Revolt TV, features the Law & Order alum going back to his roots when he actually rapped. This specific story details Ice-T and Coco hitting the club, with his then-girlfriend asking him to find some ecstasy. And while he succeeded in his search, it didn’t happen the way he expected it to.

Ice-T walked around the club, asking people if they had some E. When he finally found “the man,” the guy yelled out, “Yo, Ice-T’s trying to get high!” The L.A. rapper told this person that he heard he was “the man.” In response, the guy pulled out roughly 20 tablets of MDMA, put them into Ice-T’s hand, and said, “You heard I’m the man? Now YOU’RE the man!” What he and Coco did with that much molly is anyone’s guess. (Perhaps he tells the Drink Champs crew in the full podcast episode. We’ll have to wait and see.)

Ice-T’s Funny Streak

The rapper-turned-actor was once known for his prolific 90s music career. But for over two decades, he has played a pivotal role in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. He has an incredible 515+ episodes under his belt. His character provides comic relief on the show while also remaining a strong presence for TV-based justice. Nowadays, his character on SVU would arrest early-2000 Ice-T, complete with an off-hand quip about the dangers of unwittingly dealing ecstasy.

He has his jokes for sure, and he doesn’t save them for podcasts. (In fact, he’s on record warning music artists about the dangers of podcasts.) Ice-T uses Twitter and twiddling thumbs to offer hilarious commentary on the state of pop culture today. He’s mentioned he can’t get out of a parking ticket in L.A. like his SVU costars can because “I’m Black.” Then there was that one day he learned how fans “shipped” certain TV characters, leading to some fun Tweets about this odd cultural trend. In any case, Ice-T is great for a laugh or two, and he has plenty of stories from his 30-year career as a rapper and actor.

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Ice-T Shared ‘The Greatest Drink Champs Story’ About The First Time He Tried Ecstasy With His Wife Coco

June 27, 2023 by newhiphopnews

NORE’s Drink Champs podcast has heard its fair share of wild stories, but Ice-T is sure that he’s got the best one yet. In a preview clip from the upcoming episode, Ice-T recounts what he calls “the greatest Drink Champs story ever,” detailing the first time doing drugs with his wife, Coco. As the delighted hosts crack up, the LA gangsta rap pioneer remembers looking for an ecstasy dealer in a nightclub. When he finally finds one, though, not only does the salesman blow up his spot, but he also recruits Ice, giving him the entire stash and declaring, “Now, you’re the man!”

@FINALLEVEL telling us about his 1st time getting high with his wife #Coco might be the greatest story told on @DrinkChamps

NEW EPISODE THURSDAY @RevoltTV

@Noreaga @DJEFN #DrinkChamps pic.twitter.com/osvvIQ4oZv

— N.O.R.E (@noreaga) June 27, 2023

Ice-T’s storytelling gifts are certainly being put to use on Drink Champs, but usually, all he needs is his Twitter account and some free time to provide hilarious commentary on pop culture and sage advice on staying out of trouble in LA. His response to a promo for Law & Order: SVU gave a succinct explanation for why he can’t talk his way out of tickets as easily as his costars, while his educational day learning about television fans’ habit of “shipping” characters tickled plenty of funny bones online.

The new episode of Drink Champs will be available on Thursday, June 29, on Revolt TV.

LL Cool J and Ice-T Team Up For New Show ‘Hip Hop Treasures’

June 27, 2023 by newhiphopnews

LL Cool J and Ice T’s new show on A&E will take a trip down memory lane and discuss some of hip hop’s coolest and most iconic memorabilia.

Deadline confirmed that the rappers-turned-actors would join forces on the new show Hip Hop Treasures, a docu-series focusing on hunting down memorable pieces important to hip hop culture.

From Flava Flav’s iconic clock chain to DMX’s Aaliyah car, fans can expect the nostalgia to be on full display, while hip-hop aficionados can rejoice at true artists of the craft bringing these items back to their memory.

The new dynamic duo will collaborate with a team of field collectors, such as Cipha Sounds and Yo-Yo, and curators of the Universal Hip-Hop Museum, Paradise Gray and Pete Nice. The museum will debut the biggest collection of hip-hop memorabilia next year.

CeeLo Green, Master P, and Soulja Boy, to name a few, will be present to help the co-hosts on their many quests.

LL Cool J and Ice-T have made names for themselves in Hollywood starring in hit shows such as Law & Order: Special Victims Unit and NCIS: Los Angeles. Hip Hop Treasures is sure to be a hit with hip hop fans of all ages.

The show debuts on Aug. 12 at 10 p.m. on A&E.

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LL Cool J & Ice T Unveil New Hip-Hop Series “Hip Hop Treasures”

June 23, 2023 by newhiphopnews

LL Cool J and Ice T are teaming up for an exciting new venture as they unveil the upcoming series Hip Hop Treasures. Set to premiere on Saturday, August 12th, 2023, at 10 PM ET on A&E Network; the show takes viewers on a captivating journey searching for lost hip-hop memorabilia. To showcase hip-hop’s cultural […]

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T.I. Set To Honor Hip-Hop’s 50th Anniversary At ESSENCE Festival Of Culture

June 23, 2023 by newhiphopnews

T.I. is gearing up to commemorate the 50th anniversary of hip-hop at the ESSENCE Festival of Culture. In New Orleans from June 29 to July 3, the festival’s evening concert series will showcase a lineup of prominent hip-hop artists. The Atlanta rapper will be part of a special performance curated by producer Jermaine Dupri, representing […]

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LL Cool J And Ice-T Uncover Iconic Hip Hop Memorabilia In New A&E Series ‘Hip Hop Treasures’

June 23, 2023 by newhiphopnews

It has been confirmed that Hip Hop vets, LL Cool J and Ice-T, have teamed up for a new television reality series to find rare Hip Hop memorabilia to debut on the A&E network.

Hip Hop Treasures, which is slated to premiere on A&E on August 12, will follow the two legends of the game ad they hunt for some of the most sought after Hip Hop gems.

“Led by LL COOL J and Ice T alongside field collectors and museum curators, the team tells the story of some of Hip Hop’s greatest artists and the items they made famous such as The Notorious B.I.G.’s iconic jersey from the “Juicy” video, Flavor Flav’s clocks, DMX’s Aaliyah car, and more,” reads the show’s brief synopsis.. “This exclusive partnership between A&E, Pulse Films, LL COOL J’s Rock The Bells and The Universal Hip Hop Museum honors these music legends and brings their items back to the birthplace of the culture, The Bronx.”

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What Is Gangsta Rap?

May 26, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Gangsta Rap, a subgenre of hip hop, burst onto the scene in the mid-1980s. Its birthplace was the West Coast of the United States, primarily in the inner cities of Los Angeles. This style was characterized by its raw lyrics, often detailing experiences of urban hardship, crime, and the harsh realities of street life. Pioneers of this genre, such as Schoolly D, Ice-T, and N.W.A., used their music to expose the struggles of life in the inner city, bringing a stark reality to their listeners.

Key Elements Of Gangsta Rap

Gangsta Rap is easily distinguished by its thematic elements. The lyrics often portray the harsh realities of urban life, including experiences with violence, poverty, drugs, and racial tension. These themes are often delivered through aggressive, straightforward lyrics that offer a stark contrast to the more metaphorical lyricism found in other hip-hop subgenres.

The production style of Gangsta Rap also sets it apart. The beats are typically hard-hitting, with a heavy emphasis on bass. Samples from funk, soul, and R&B records are common, often providing a gritty backdrop to the raw lyrical content.

Influence On Mainstream Culture

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In the late 1980s and early 1990s, Gangsta Rap began to break into the mainstream, largely thanks to Ice-T, groups like N.W.A., and subsequently, solo artists like Snoop Dogg, Tupac Shakur, and The Notorious B.I.G. These artists brought the sound and messages of Gangsta Rap to a broader audience, sparking both controversy and acclaim.

Gangsta Rap’s influence extended beyond music. It impacted fashion, film, and popular culture at large, challenging societal norms and bringing issues of urban life to the forefront of the national conversation. This influence continues today, with elements seen in everything from streetwear trends to blockbuster films.

Controversies And Criticisms

Despite its popularity, the subgenre has not been without controversy. Critics argue that its graphic depictions of violence and crime glorify negative behavior. However, others see it as an honest reflection of the artists’ lived experiences.

The genre has also faced criticism for its depictions of women and its use of explicit language. Despite these controversies, many defend Gangsta Rap as a vital form of expression that provides a voice for those living in marginalized communities.

The Evolution And Legacy of Gangsta Rap

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Though the heyday of Gangsta Rap was in the 1990s, its influence continues to be felt in the music industry. Today’s artists often pay homage to the genre, incorporating elements of its sound and thematic content into their own music.

Modern Gangsta Rap has evolved, with artists like Kendrick Lamar and Vince Staples exploring the same themes of urban life but often from a more introspective perspective. These artists continue the tradition of using music as a platform to discuss social issues, all while pushing the boundaries of the genre.

Conclusion/TLDR

So, what is Gangsta Rap? It’s a powerful subgenre of hip-hop that gave a voice to the often-overlooked inner-city communities. Through its raw lyrics and hard-hitting beats, it further highlighted the realities of urban life into the mainstream consciousness. Despite its controversy, Gangsta Rap has left an indelible mark on the music industry and popular culture. Its legacy continues to inspire and influence artists today, ensuring its place in the history of hip-hop.