Black C of RBL Posse: Pioneering Weed Rap, Hunters Point, James Beasley, 90s Rap Scene + MORE!

In this exclusive interview, Black C of RBL Posse shares the story of his life growing up in Hunters Point, a neighborhood in San Francisco, that has been a hotbed for local legends and gangsta rap. From his early days as a pioneer of the weed rap movement to his experiences in the independent rap scene, Black C's story is a testament to the enduring spirit of San Francisco culture. With his raw energy and unflinching honesty, Black C takes us on a journey through the highs and lows of his life, shedding light on the harsh realities of growing up in one of America's toughest neighborhoods. This is a must-watch for fans of gangsta rap and anyone interested in the history of San Francisco's thriving music scene.

Timestamps:
0:00 Welcome Black C of RBL posse on the pod!
0:25 Rappers time and divas in the game
2:00 Parents are from Texas and Louisiana
3:38 Growing up with 17 siblings in Hunters Point
4:40 Pops was a rolling stone
6:01 & the discipliner
7:00 & a hustler
11:57 Getting into the D Game
14:26 Any James Beasley stories growing up in HP?
15:50 Getting closer to james while he was in jail
17:03 Was Black C going to school at this time?
19:20 Going to juvenile camp as a youth
22:30 Getting shot in his eye then having to go to juvenile camp
25:15 Budweiser introducing Black C to rap
27:35 first ones making cassettes in Harbor Road
28:30 Who taught the crew to use the recording gear
33:55 Having an ear for music from mom
35:45 name dropping in the first early tracks
38:40 Getting involved in 91 with the music seriously
39:29 Has black c always been a creative
41:30 Studio getting raided and being broke on his first records
45:13 Music brought the city together and how long did the sit down go
47:00 Making 5k on his first round of cassettes
51:05 Was it hard to transition from the streets to the music
53:23 being the first rapping about weed and shooting that video
57:25 What were you rolling up with at that time
1:01:00 Black C learning about royalties and music business
1:05:03 Black C darkest time after losing Mr. C
1:11:10 Were they disses on wax?
1:12:40 Relationship with LA artist
1:15:00 Black C beats and rapping
1:18:25 Advice to younger artists
1:20:40 How often is Black C making music
1:21:47 Thoughts on younger generation flipping RBL music
1:23:10 The 89 earthquake
1:25:45 shout out Black C for coming by! Check out his book