Ruff Ryders Chronicles - Episode Guide

Season 1

Origin Story

Episode: 1x01 | Airdate: Aug 12, 2020

Origin Story

"Waah" survives poverty, violence and hustling on the streets of New York and sets his sites on making it in the music business; he founds Ruff Ryders and signs his first artist, DMX, known for rapping and robbing in Yonkers.

The Rise of Ruff Ryders

Episode: 1x02 | Airdate: Aug 19, 2020

The Rise of Ruff Ryders

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.

Money, Power, Respect

Episode: 1x03 | Airdate: Aug 19, 2020

Money, Power, Respect

With an Interscope distribution deal, the Deans expand Ruff Ryders, signing Eve, Drag-on and The Lox. Waah launches a lifestyle brand and fame takes a steep toll on DMX.

Ryde or Die

Episode: 1x04 | Airdate: Aug 26, 2020

Ryde or Die

Ruff Ryders and Cash Money join forces for a historic tour. The tour sells out, but a key sponsor bails, leaving the Deans to bankroll the venture.

Ruff Ryders Forever

Episode: 1x05 | Airdate: Aug 26, 2020

Ruff Ryders Forever

Ruff Ryders reels after Dee's crash. Waah manages talent exodus and expands the lifestyle brand. He reboots the label, focusing on the next generation of rappers and bikers.

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