Ruff Ryders Chronicles
Depicting the beginnings of the label founded by Joaquin "Waah", Darrin "Dee" and Chivon Dean, all of whom are related to producer "Swiss Beatz".
- 2020-2020
- 1 season
- BET Networks/Viacom
- Music
Depicting the beginnings of the label founded by Joaquin "Waah", Darrin "Dee" and Chivon Dean, all of whom are related to producer "Swiss Beatz".
Season 1 Episode Guide
5 Episodes 2020
Episode 1
Origin Story
Wed, Aug 12, 2020
"Waah" survives poverty, violence and hustling on the streets of New York and sets his sights on making it in the music business; he founds Ruff Ryders and signs his first artist, DMX, known for rapping and robbing in Yonkers.
Episode 2
The Rise Of Ruff Ryders
Wed, Aug 19, 2020
The Deans build Ruff Ryders at Powerhouse Studios in Yonkers; DMX signs with Def Jam and makes history releasing two multi-platinum albums in one year; DMX and Ruff Ryders revolutionize hip-hop with the sound of the street.
Episode 3
Money, Power, Respect
Wed, Aug 19, 2020
With an Interscope distribution deal, the Deans expand Ruff Ryders, signing Eve, Drag-on and The Lox; Waah launches a lifestyle brand and national motorcycle chapters; as Ruff Ryders soar, fame takes a steep toll on DMX.
Episode 4
Ryde Or Die
Wed, Aug 26, 2020
Ruff Ryders and Cash Money join forces for an historic tour; the tour sells out, but a key sponsor bails, leaving the Deans to bankroll the venture; at the peak of Ruff Ryders success, Dee nearly dies in a high speed crash.
Episode 5
Ruff Ryders Forever
Wed, Aug 26, 2020
Ruff Ryders reels after Dee's crash; Waah manages talent exodus, contraction of music biz and expands lifestyle brand; he reboots the label, focuses on the next generation of rappers, bikers and giving back to the community.