Author Topic: Xzibit Unplugged — The Real Story Behind The Music, The Streets, Dr. Dre (Read 167 times)

WARLORD9 · « **on:** August 15, 2026, 09:36:50 AM »

Key highlights from the episode include:

King Maker Album: Xzibit discusses the release of his first studio album since 2012, King Maker, explaining his motivation to drop it now and the importance of maintaining control over his own narrative (6:02).
Longevity in Hip-Hop: He addresses the concept of ageism in the music industry, arguing that artists from his generation have a unique "staying power" due to the historical investment fans made in physical music and concerts (11:27 - 13:43).
Work with Dr. Dre: Xzibit shares insights into his relationship with Dr. Dre, describing him as a perfectionist whose musical ear extends beyond just hip-hop into classical and other genres (1:24:10 - 1:32:00).
The Up in Smoke Tour: He reflects on his legendary role in the Up in Smoke Tour, where he was responsible for hyping up crowds of 20,000 people nightly before the headliners (1:14:27).
Personal Growth and Legacy: Xzibit opens up about his upbringing, being given up to the state at 14, and his desire for his legacy to be defined by his children rather than just his music (1:49:34).
Content Creation & Social Media: The hosts and Xzibit discuss the realities of running a podcast, dealing with online trolls, and the importance of supporting one another within the culture (1:09:37 - 1:12:00).