5.3.1 Craig Monson Founder of the Avenues and Bodybuilding Legend

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  • @larose6551
    @larose6551 3 ปีที่แล้ว +315

    Really love how you and SMac are allowing him to tell his story.
    Youngsters sitting at the feet of the elder soaking it all in👌🏾

    • @atlcollegepark8692
      @atlcollegepark8692 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Yes ma’am!!!! I’m waiting part 2000 like them other folks be doing. The history so rich with this one.

    • @b.o.1951
      @b.o.1951 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Indeed

    • @solidito7450
      @solidito7450 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @Shady Chillidogs true; but more like homage…

    • @thabulbundles
      @thabulbundles 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @Shady Chillidogs so you wouldn't even set at the feet of your father or father father's ( or any elder male in your lineage) to listen and ask questions to soak in the germs?

    • @worldizmine3186
      @worldizmine3186 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Shady Chillidogs lol right.
      I don't like the Saying but I understand what she is Saying.

  • @00bankz24
    @00bankz24 3 ปีที่แล้ว +313

    Everyone should realize how unique this channel is when you can get a reputable like the legend Craig Monson to do an interview

    • @robertpascascio9600
      @robertpascascio9600 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      💪🏿💯

    • @dscgodflow6663
      @dscgodflow6663 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Kev like Lebron & Brady he keeps doing the extraordinary thats what sets him apart 💪🏽💪🏽

    • @billphil846
      @billphil846 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      It ain’t legendary till we get Mr own the Quick Quick on here

    • @ymat5306
      @ymat5306 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Facts and salute’ to the elder and Kev Mac’s channel and all who put in and inform the masses.

    • @blacknationalism1
      @blacknationalism1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Factory this is black history

  • @lioneatsthesheep8996
    @lioneatsthesheep8996 3 ปีที่แล้ว +197

    Real OG's speak with such eloquence and class compared to today's society. Respectful, soft spoken, honest.....everything this society isn't.

  • @8ighth
    @8ighth 3 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    "These avocados, you got to pick some when you leave." That made me smile the most.

  • @reikwestphilly1599
    @reikwestphilly1599 3 ปีที่แล้ว +67

    I’m not from cali but I learned so much about life from these interviews … been waiting on a Craig monson interview … he always get mentioned… shouts out to you Kev mac for producing the gems bruh

    • @KevMacVideos
      @KevMacVideos  3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Thanx!

    • @reikwestphilly1599
      @reikwestphilly1599 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@KevMacVideos thanks for the content …. And keep grinding out here bruh

  • @SalahSaMoorISufi
    @SalahSaMoorISufi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +118

    Not giving them the "GI" bill was very strategic. It made sure there was no opportunity for generational wealth from home ownership.

    • @rickjason1786
      @rickjason1786 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You find ways around that....It's called financial intelligence.

    • @SaRaSin712
      @SaRaSin712 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@rickjason1786 not making excuses but how was black people gonna get that at that very time ? They were still getting hung so where do you actually get that thought from ?

    • @rickjason1786
      @rickjason1786 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@SaRaSin712 Study A.G. Gaston.....he was the richest person in Alabama from 1955 to 1995 or so. He did that during Jim Crow. You need to study finance...... financial intelligence. There in lies the problem you think like a working-class person.

    • @rickjason1786
      @rickjason1786 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@SaRaSin712 There were always successful African-Americans. Study them.

    • @rickjason1786
      @rickjason1786 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@SaRaSin712 There were always successful African-Americans. Study them.

  • @naomigraham5314
    @naomigraham5314 3 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    “Catch ya breath”
    I love the respect!! Some would have been more concerned with getting the word… @kevmac was more concerned with showing respect and concern.
    MAD RESPECT FOR YOU KEVMAC!!💙

    • @Edmondson_Avenue
      @Edmondson_Avenue 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You're beautiful sis!

    • @solidito7450
      @solidito7450 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ACTIONS SPEAK LOUDER THAN WORDS… GURU KEV MAC…

  • @toinewhite1
    @toinewhite1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    You finally got him …I cannot wait to hear the history in his story. This is going to be legendary!

  • @dembrothasfrominglewood
    @dembrothasfrominglewood 3 ปีที่แล้ว +63

    I know Mr. Munson... he, and my father were friends. We lived in an alley right off of 83rd & Hooper Ave (1969-1972). I was sitting on my dads shoulders as the entire neighborhood watched the Sheriff Department arrest and escort Mr. Munson from his mom’s house... I remember it like yesterday!

    • @KevMacVideos
      @KevMacVideos  3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Damn.

    • @willierobinson8219
      @willierobinson8219 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Are you related to Doug mays

    • @dembrothasfrominglewood
      @dembrothasfrominglewood 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@willierobinson8219 I definitely have to see. My father’s from Austin, TX but was raised in L.A.

  • @jdlkami
    @jdlkami 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Mr. Munson still uses young men terms like "Hit me back" and "Homies". I luv it!

    • @petestorey1573
      @petestorey1573 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      No the young men are using his terms

    • @steelheart9582
      @steelheart9582 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      He was using those terms when he was a young man, Homeboy was a Eastside Term from the 1960s

  • @therealsyxx
    @therealsyxx 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Listening to him is probably what it feels like to have a father. For anybody that has a dad that was around and he watched you grow up and raised you. Be grateful family. That's a true blessing. A man that didn't have a father raise him will always have questions. Even in ya 40s. It's nothing like older knowledge coming directly from the horses mouth. Because ain't no cut on it. U gonna get the straight raw truth. And once they die that's gone forever. So it's important to get knowledge from elders. And it's nothing like the elder you come from. When a kid has a father you have a literal person to model yourself after. If not you will use something else. Rap, the streets, another man ya mom may be dating. But it's gonna come from somewhere. If you actually got to see ya parents hug and kiss. And show love to each other. That's amazing.

    • @larose6551
      @larose6551 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Speak on it💯

    • @rm-vk3dz
      @rm-vk3dz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      100%

    • @Whatareyagonnado99
      @Whatareyagonnado99 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thts real talk. Sadly my household (like so many) was funky. Dad was present physically but nt mentally. Whatareyagonnado🤷🏾‍♂️

    • @therealsyxx
      @therealsyxx 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@Whatareyagonnado99 But we still made it Champ. That's why we are built different. 💪🏾💯

  • @jboti1
    @jboti1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    The big homie of the big homies ...... can’t wait for this one

    • @parklandtrife
      @parklandtrife 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Its crazy to hear about his big homies.

  • @larose6551
    @larose6551 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    KevMac to Monson. “Catch your breath”
    Nothing but love and respect💕

  • @rjmoss4038
    @rjmoss4038 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I grew up all over L.A-. - 124th., JD’s, 104th, Compton, 52nd, 138th St. The Fives. Bro. Munson is taking me back to the early 70’s.

  • @uptmal9373
    @uptmal9373 3 ปีที่แล้ว +113

    Kev and SMac are the GOATS they’ve interviewed both Bird & Craig Monson, who many might say are The Godfather’s of LA….

    • @KevMacVideos
      @KevMacVideos  3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      Real talk.

    • @dscgodflow6663
      @dscgodflow6663 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Should be the top comment & pinned frfr

    • @naomigraham5314
      @naomigraham5314 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      THE REAL G.O.A.T’S!! People just don’t know how big this is!!

    • @jayrose8625
      @jayrose8625 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      💯💯💯🧡🧡 yup! Can’t get this info anywhere else.

    • @jblue7760
      @jblue7760 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      💯

  • @kingbill11226
    @kingbill11226 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Man the mans sharp as a tack still love too hear the history of our fellow brothers and sisters an you could see the love he got an feel the love he got and had for his city much love to the triple o'g Craig s/os to you to kevmac

  • @climcurry3815
    @climcurry3815 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    You can’t get this no where else but here I use to hear story’s about so many legends Kev Mac put faces to the stories with solid interviews…OG KEV MAC #1

  • @caleebpinkett6450
    @caleebpinkett6450 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Legendary!!! Nothing but respect. It’s an honor to hear this history. 🙇🏾‍♂️🙇🏾‍♂️✊🏾✊🏾

  • @xtriple0000
    @xtriple0000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Man.. remember seeing pics of this guy when I was big in to bodybuilding.. truly a bodybuilding legend.

  • @crazycuzthegeneral3140
    @crazycuzthegeneral3140 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I'm from East South Central born N raised on 71st in between Central N Hooper, I had no Idea that the Avenues Gang was named after Hooper Ave I thought it started on the West side.Good looking Kev Mac wit this 3 O.G. Craig Munson 💪🏾✊🏾👍🏾 God bless 🙏🏾 you and yo family.

  • @sabirabdul-lateef5352
    @sabirabdul-lateef5352 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Not even from LA but i see the importance of this oral history. I hope the young people there in LA understand their history! Understand WHY/HOW things are the way they are

  • @godbreeddivinity682
    @godbreeddivinity682 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I swear Netflix need to tap in with kev mac... This content is Golden

    • @KevMacVideos
      @KevMacVideos  3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Had our first meeting with them yesterday.

    • @peppajack2149
      @peppajack2149 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@KevMacVideos congratulations bros ✊🏾

    • @KevMacVideos
      @KevMacVideos  3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@peppajack2149 it’s just a meeting but it’s progress.

    • @peppajack2149
      @peppajack2149 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@KevMacVideos how you feeling, I’m over here smiling for you 😂😂

    • @tmclifestyle4238
      @tmclifestyle4238 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@KevMacVideos
      All praise is due to ALLAH (GOD)
      good too see a real one finally getting his recognition

  • @georgejones3104
    @georgejones3104 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'm a suburban white dude and I respect all these guys like Craig,CT Fletcher and all the rest they made something out of nothin through the ups and downs he still has a smile on his face Arnold got lucky he never had to face Craig on stage Arnold woulda looked like Franco lol these stories are not just a book but a library of memories and knowledge keep on truckin Craig and CT your stories are inspiring for all young and old urban and suburban

  • @rickytee60
    @rickytee60 3 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    Only Raymond or Tookie could might have topped this interview. Salute @Kevmac 💯

    • @qmitchellakaproveit.4970
      @qmitchellakaproveit.4970 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Wouldn't be surprised if he had one in the stash (RIP to both)

    • @bobbysmith35962
      @bobbysmith35962 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Craig the one that knocked Raymond out

    • @iralewis4674
      @iralewis4674 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bobbysmith35962 fr?

    • @mrkilo-g8794
      @mrkilo-g8794 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bobbysmith35962 YEP

  • @ivezb
    @ivezb ปีที่แล้ว +1

    His Story needs to Be a movie! Much Respect to Craig.

  • @abdulabdullahi3849
    @abdulabdullahi3849 3 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    People don't realise how many years Kev Mac and Co been chipping at getting this together.

  • @Arianna897
    @Arianna897 3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    Kev Mac is the 🐐 in documenting this important piece of African American History. This is Los Angeles Gang Culture.

    • @KevMacVideos
      @KevMacVideos  3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      I used to view it as gang culture as well… but more importantly, like you originally stated, this is African American and Los Angeles history.

    • @larose6551
      @larose6551 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @kevmac have you read the book The Warmth of Other Suns, by Isabel Wilkerson?

    • @Jmu-how2
      @Jmu-how2 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      This is the migration from the south to the West history

    • @Arianna897
      @Arianna897 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Jmu-how2 Absolutely

    • @peterarmstrong6730
      @peterarmstrong6730 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      This is AMERICAN history.

  • @blacknationalism1
    @blacknationalism1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Kev Mac is a champion of black history.
    And a master professor of sociology and deserves respect

  • @Maxthafirst
    @Maxthafirst 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Love y'all for this one! Craig has a memory like Bird. Incredible recollection.

  • @atlcollegepark8692
    @atlcollegepark8692 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Last comment….Best believe Kev and Smacc earned this….Out the mud….Craig had no choice but to pull up after seeing what Kev been doing. This was earned and owed.

  • @King_KB_713
    @King_KB_713 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Much love and respect to Mr. Monson for giving us the history.

  • @mikelevar
    @mikelevar 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I’m so glad you guys got a chance to sit down with this Elder before he makes the transition. Such a wealth of LA black history.

    • @yhideit4427
      @yhideit4427 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You are so right....give him his flowers while he can appreciate them.

  • @matrixseven8528
    @matrixseven8528 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Nobody besides Raymond or Tookie can top this interview and even than ,Craig is still the measuring stick 💯💯💯
    South Central at its finest
    ( Legendary )

  • @kyriskustoms2172
    @kyriskustoms2172 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is my 15th time watching this interview. Thanks Kev!

  • @tone0757
    @tone0757 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Man this is major gem 💎! This is black history not a lot of people talk about. Like, What was the migration to LA like during the 50s and 60s. Craig paints a perfect picture. Great questions and great interview!

  • @realpurplegoldminnesotavik7829
    @realpurplegoldminnesotavik7829 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    You can tell Craig loves telling stories about his life ❤️

  • @jamestierney3185
    @jamestierney3185 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    I be waiting for these interviews never miss a thing fan from Ireland 🇮🇪

  • @keithlenoir2798
    @keithlenoir2798 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    A Big Time Interview INDEED. Salute to Mr Craig Munson an Big Respects to His Great Memories An Articulation of His Origins an Up Bringing without Never Utilizing the N Word or Profanity in his InSightful Interview. Wow I was born in L.A. in 1961 an to to listen to Big Craig Tell his Overstanding of History Is A BLESSING / JEWEL Indeed. Thanks to Kev n Smac for Another Classic.

  • @Animalescent
    @Animalescent 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I love how humble this man is

  • @robertgrant1970
    @robertgrant1970 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Man my dad use to tell me some stories about how it was back in the days,my dad was a Slauson Village ,and it was and still is a lot of og that’s still around to this day,I was burn and raised on 57THst and ascott,and that burger spot still there

  • @ognewwavy
    @ognewwavy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you so much for capturing this. This brother has been through a lot and seen a lot and its a pleasure to hear him speak. It also says a lot for KM videos that you are even able to capture this because we all know Mr. Monson doesn't really do interviews. That means he has a tremendous amount of respect for you guys as I do too. This is incredible footage. Thank you for the chance to allow us to hear his story.

  • @CreazilsDad45
    @CreazilsDad45 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Los Angeles street history in it's purest form salute Kev Mac and S Mac for blessing us with this content. This is epic

  • @sarprince2030
    @sarprince2030 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Grace and Peace Kev Mac. The history in this this interview is phenomenal. Thank you!

  • @ZMonsta88
    @ZMonsta88 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    With all due respect..... Y'all not hearing this gentleman..... His ppl left hang em high country n came up despite the hardships. Ppl had a mink farm. We can get back to this type of glory through perseverance and discipline. ✊🏿 Love my ppl.

  • @hardworkingcriminal4873
    @hardworkingcriminal4873 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Needless to say this was a great interview w/alot of educational value. I wish we had someone to chronicle D.C history the way Kev Mac does for his city.

    • @bunnymanmoe8819
      @bunnymanmoe8819 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Wassup Chief! I'm from NE DC . I was thinking bout the same thing. Closest thing we have is DMV Hoodz n News.
      202 for life 👑

    • @hardworkingcriminal4873
      @hardworkingcriminal4873 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@bunnymanmoe8819 Good to see a fellow Washingtonian thinking the same...I'm from the 52nd sheriff rd NE area

  • @raulpena3837
    @raulpena3837 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    S mac is hands down the best in the interview game

  • @balthazarbratt8194
    @balthazarbratt8194 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Some people really learn their lesson after to going to prison. This man is the perfect example of that. Got out and changed his whole get down. Salute!

  • @lyricaldre42
    @lyricaldre42 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    The legend mentioned another legend, Jimmy Lavender.

  • @SunFromBrooklyn73
    @SunFromBrooklyn73 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wow! This is historic! Respect and salute brother Kev Mac! Love from Brooklyn, New York City!

  • @naomigraham5314
    @naomigraham5314 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Great Interview!! SMac did a great job allowing Mr Craig to tell his story but helping him along the way with his questions. Great job!

  • @RIODADAMU
    @RIODADAMU 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Kev you have a Super OG on Your hands with a Fantastic Memory!!!!

  • @md3dasnipa386
    @md3dasnipa386 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Legendary... Kev Mac You Constantly SET THE BAR For Exclusive Content.

    • @mikeg7389
      @mikeg7389 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That’s facts

  • @BIGGLOUPR
    @BIGGLOUPR 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Lotz of history this man...this legend is giving right now....about LA and growing up in Ramona Gardens Housing Projects....and back in Arkansas days....of blacks hanging from trees and you could see them hanging from passing Greyhounds....thats the sad part of US History!

  • @khawaitkhastellano353
    @khawaitkhastellano353 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    he was in san quentin with my pops, my pops was on death row & was part of the "class of 72" my pops was from original outlaws rollin 20's, ima try to send my pops your way kev mac, his stories from san quentin and the streets are hilarious, real gangsta shit tho but the way he tells them 🤣😂🤣😂🤣💯 classics.

    • @KevMacVideos
      @KevMacVideos  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I’d appreciate it.

    • @khawaitkhastellano353
      @khawaitkhastellano353 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      i got you, pops usually dont fux wit the interviews but i think he would be down with you fam. ima show him your work & see wussup.

  • @marlonious7650
    @marlonious7650 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I'm at LAX posted in my Suburban. Passing the time, watching KM and waiting to get breaded. Keep it going Kev.

  • @musthavebeans
    @musthavebeans 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I could listen to Craig tell his story for hours!!! Great video KM crew!!!

  • @drew31dm
    @drew31dm 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Get it Kevvv.
    Kev Mac is definitely a legend in the making himself , carving his own path. And much respect to Mr Munson for fellowshipping with the younger brother Kev

  • @louiscooks7457
    @louiscooks7457 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Kev, you've always brought the heat, but I think this series with Mr. Monson is gonna cement your legacy. This ain't gang history, this is black history. Salute bro✊🏾

    • @krlm2280
      @krlm2280 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      💯

  • @troubleman3837
    @troubleman3837 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Damn! that's the best interview in the world, thank you kev mac

  • @baby__1
    @baby__1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    All I can say is thank you Kev MaC for this interview!!!!!✊🏿💯

  • @atlcollegepark8692
    @atlcollegepark8692 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Man Smacc perfect for this…He was smart to let him speak without speaking. Man this real history. This could could go for so many parts with so much history. Kev you better milk this shitttttttt!!!!!!! Craig 70 with his mind still intact. This real LA history. I like he started from the way beginning. Build it all the way up

    • @MADNEWYORKER914
      @MADNEWYORKER914 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Facts!!!
      I hate when people interview someone and keeps interrupting.

    • @troubleman3837
      @troubleman3837 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      monsons way of answering the questions, with getting off track just a little bit, and adding all these random details, is perfect for this interview. It's real vivid storytelling from monson

  • @christonherrera6032
    @christonherrera6032 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Big respect to kevmac been waiting in this. Great job spreading the history from a legend... much respect from the Caribbean 🇹🇹

  • @shottashabazz6721
    @shottashabazz6721 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    The man himself. Kev and Smac are what is known as being well connected. To me I respect the Titans like Munson, Raymond, Danny Boy, Bird, Barefoot Pookie etc because initially they were all about throwing it from the shoulder. Lifting weights/working out was much more than just having a physique but was also to aide you in physical combat. If you get locked up you can’t take that pistol in there with you so what you gonna do? Either you man up or bitch up. Nuff respect to Mr Munson giving us this well needed interview and much respect to Kev and Smac getting it done as usual.

  • @levelupmediadesign687
    @levelupmediadesign687 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    This SHAWTY J, proud of you Kev, doing everything you said you would, i talk about you all the time here in Bama, man so much good history, you've tied all the stories in now, keep going brother!!

    • @KevMacVideos
      @KevMacVideos  3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Man you need to be out here working with me… behind the scene footage.. one on one conversations, show what I go through to make a video. It will be valuable if any of these tv shows come through for me/us.

  • @detreyusbetts2596
    @detreyusbetts2596 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    You really out did yourself by conducting this interview this man is a walking library of knowledge much appreciated for the work you do homie!!

  • @darienwashington482
    @darienwashington482 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow this is a gem. I never thought I’d see an interview with Craig Munson. Thank You

  • @kurwinducre9585
    @kurwinducre9585 3 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    Craig's baby Brother "Runt" from Kitchen Crip was a very serious somebody!!! Rip

  • @TonyFknStavros
    @TonyFknStavros 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You're the man, Kev! What you're doing is the way forward for tribes across the world. You're an inspiration.

  • @JayWilliams-mg2wd
    @JayWilliams-mg2wd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Smac peelin' out on Craig Monson - sleeves extra short 😅 nah on the real, this is legendary. The way Big Monson narrates his youth, I felt like I was on the Eastside all the way here from Cape Town, South Africa. Keep pushing ✌️

  • @o.g.pyrexxpreacha2303
    @o.g.pyrexxpreacha2303 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Much love for this interview of this living legend!! Big shout out to Kev Mac

  • @daygo80sbaby
    @daygo80sbaby 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Damnnnn Kev I hope there's at least 6 more parts 🙏🙏🙏 this is litttttttt. History in the making 💯

  • @ALCanes73
    @ALCanes73 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Kev you on fire brotha with this one. This is the one I've been waiting for and I be Damn if this ain't one of your best. Respect to big Craig Monson and appreciation and respect too Kev Mac for dropping yet another Dope interview.

  • @robertoelprezidente3590
    @robertoelprezidente3590 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Had to throw this up on the 7.2 surround sound home theater big up to Kev Mac!!

  • @SCBB666
    @SCBB666 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I've read his book. I'm almost finished with Mr. Lavender's book. Early in both books they mention Mr. Bird of the Slausons as THE man pretty much.

    • @riccyoowee2268
      @riccyoowee2268 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Which Lavender book?

    • @slagwill5599
      @slagwill5599 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@riccyoowee2268 - “bitter rain and a brighter tomorrow”. - Jimmy Lavender

  • @wildrodriguez2110
    @wildrodriguez2110 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    What’s up BIG KEV, love your channel… checking in from the SGV LP

  • @gfunknation9113
    @gfunknation9113 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I use to think it was the person getting interviewed that made this special but it doesn’t matter who’s getting interviewed when kev and s Mac do their thing it’s classic

  • @craigjoseph9374
    @craigjoseph9374 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Man I wish I could talk to this Brotha, wealth of wisdom inside of him....

  • @sistabrim471
    @sistabrim471 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That neighborhood used to have the best Christmas decorations in those days. ❤️ Beautiful well kept homes too.

  • @Rosebuddz_Revenge
    @Rosebuddz_Revenge 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Salute from London Kev Mac!!! Your Content is undeniable, your Videos and historical facts are unmatched! 🖤✊🏿👊🏿

  • @brianjohnson5771
    @brianjohnson5771 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    I’ll be at work but I’m Tappin in FaSho as soon as l get to the Crib!!
    Can’t miss a KMV ever!!
    Ya Dig?
    Peace!!
    #Salute!!
    💙💙💙💙💙💙

  • @ogsteve7834
    @ogsteve7834 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    The big homie Kev Mac never disappoints always coming with that A-1 Content and S Mac questions only adds to The Prestige of the of each interview ... other content creators sit bacc and watch this is how it's done

    • @acbteuv745
      @acbteuv745 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Kev mac the coolest white boy in town

    • @solidito7450
      @solidito7450 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@acbteuv745 Kev Mac is a true one stay in your lane quit hating… you white🤷🏽‍♂️ or you just want to be white🤦🏽‍♂️

  • @mrmrsplummer3526
    @mrmrsplummer3526 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Behold the goat of these LA historical vids because he connects with the goats of the communities. Something real pure and genuine coming from these. Kev Mac all day.

  • @carlexus3133
    @carlexus3133 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I live in ATL b4 it was ATL, when it was Atlanta. I clicked this just to glance and watched the whole dam vid, like I live in LA or sum.

  • @djvegas1477
    @djvegas1477 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    The Man Himself,Craig Monson Himself! 💪🏾😎Dj Vegas

  • @55cleon
    @55cleon 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    How In The Fuck Can You Give This Interview A Thumbs Down? Too Many Miserable People With Nothing Better To Do...EXCEPT BEING NEGATIVE👌🏿.
    Great Video Kev And Mr Monson💪🏿❤!!

  • @camdencook594
    @camdencook594 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Big history right here. Shout out Kev Mac for the history lesson. Much appreciated big homie

  • @bmitch1093
    @bmitch1093 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Need to make a movie and put all these stories from these interviews on the big screen...

  • @mosquito.hawk1
    @mosquito.hawk1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I Love to hear the history of South L.A. from men that actually grew up n lived there. I also attended South Park Elementary School, It's on Towne Ave between Manchester n 85th not San Pedro. Us Mexicans have always had presence on the Eastside, Life's a Trip! 24:46

  • @johndonovan5521
    @johndonovan5521 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love the Jail House Strong shirt!!!! Great interview.

  • @mischag4105
    @mischag4105 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This channel is undefeated🙌🏽🙌🏽💯

  • @devonlewis1097
    @devonlewis1097 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I learned so much about California from your channel good Content

  • @driseyboy
    @driseyboy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Can’t wait for the documentary! Kev Mac and S Mac #Hillz

  • @bigfreeze1165
    @bigfreeze1165 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I seen OG in Hollywood lifting weights at a gym on either San Vicente or fairfax I can’t remember but I remember being star struc like damn that’s Craig Monson. Still bigger then most people walking around 💪🏼

  • @bigbens55
    @bigbens55 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Man i love these O G's giving us history.....

  • @FamiliaLopezPacheco
    @FamiliaLopezPacheco 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    One of ES finest ,The Legendary Craig Munson 💪 ... Good looking out Kev 😎

  • @jaredfreitas2614
    @jaredfreitas2614 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Awesome bro, a real legend u got here. I talk to Craig on the phone sometimes. U an smac are the bomb

  • @BTman58
    @BTman58 ปีที่แล้ว

    I know Kev Mac is trying to document specific things but a "old timer" like Monson I just like when they give long answers/talk history.
    It amazing when you can a OG like Monson still alive and his OG Bird still around as well.

  • @orlandoatl1
    @orlandoatl1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Yea Kev you out did yourself with locking in this interview. Congrats keep up the good work

  • @isaiah5568
    @isaiah5568 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Kev your content is the best as far as the history goes regarding Black gangsters in Southern California. There’s a few other good sites. Yours is Gold though.

  • @tribalsunn
    @tribalsunn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love listening to the old timers.