Behind The Music Returns With Hip-Pop Heavy Lineup:: Top Story For May

Beginning on Monday, June 7 at 8:00 PM* with "Behind The Music: DMX," the series goes full throttle with the stories, footage and music behind some of the most interesting and talented individuals in the music industry today.

"Behind The Music: DMX" Premieres Monday, June 7 at 8:00 PM*: This episode of "Behind The Music" will trace the multi-platinum rapper's journey from his rough childhood where violent beatings from his mother led to a life of crime and jail time, to becoming one of the most successful hip hop artists of today. Viewers will get an in-depth look at DMX's battle to the top of the music charts, becoming the first hip hop artist to have five consecutive records debut at number one and crossing over into a lucrative movie career. Born Earl Simmons and raised in the notorious projects of Yonkers, DMX was drawn to life on the streets. His lifelong demons have yet to be quelled and throughout his entire career, run-ins with the law have been the norm. For the first time on camera, DMX comes clean about his criminal record, love life and his 25 year-long struggle with drug addiction. Candid interviews with his family, ex-wife, and hip hop luminaries Lyor Cohen, Irv Gotti, Swizz Beatz and Eve contribute to this in-depth profile of an incredibly gifted yet troubled artist. - more on this story

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