That's Hip-Hop
We're 3 high school friends who share a common passion for Hip Hop. Each of us have created our own albums, performed or started our own channels, but this time, we are collaborating together to share our common bond over our love for hip hop. We are taking a journey into the music. Going album by album to dissect and share our experiences with the tracks. We release a new episode every Monday. Check us out and let us know what albums we should review next!
That's Hip-Hop
#117 #ID_MAK INTERVIEW: MULTIMEDIA, GROWING UP IN RIALTO, LIVING THE MAK LIFE, AND CREATING MUSIC
In episode #117, the podcast taps into the raw, vibrant soul of Inland Empire artistry with none other than ID Mak—MC, producer, designer, and all-around creative force. From skating rails in Fontana to early garage recordings on a chunky Dell, ID Mak shares a colorful journey steeped in passion, resilience, and authenticity. The conversation flows like one of his tracks—layered, unexpected, and deeply personal—as he opens up about growing up in Rialto, the influence of his sax-playing father, and the roots of the Mac Life movement. Whether it’s rocking a Michael Jackson dance as a kid or crafting beats on an MPC in his creative “dungeon,” Mak proves he's been building his legacy brick by brick.
But it’s not just about beats and bars—ID Mak talks vision. He’s got dreams of shooting music videos on rooftops, representing his city with love, and staying grounded while leveling up. The episode is a whirlwind of inspiration, community shoutouts, nostalgic fast food runs, deep dives into artistry, and real talk about evolving through pain and self-discovery. Mak isn’t just making music—he’s shaping a lifestyle, a culture, and a blueprint for how to stay true while rising up. Whether you’re from the 909 or across the globe, this episode will leave you nodding your head and feeling the Mac Life in your soul.