Eminem Promotes “STANS” Documentary in Exclusive Shade 45 Interview, Reflects on Meeting Dr. Dre & LL Cool J
The event took place live from The Rooftop at Pier 17 in New York City and featured an intimate screening, fan engagement, and an in-depth interview with the rap icon himself.
Hosted by DJ Whoo Kid and D-Stroy, the premiere wasn’t just about the film, it was a full-circle moment for hip-hop culture.
Hosted by DJ Whoo Kid and D-Stroy, the premiere wasn’t just about the film, it was a full-circle moment for hip-hop culture.
Eminem was joined by his longtime manager and friend Paul Rosenberg for a candid discussion that dove deep into his legacy, influences, and how the song “Stan” became a cultural landmark in music history.
Em says:
He add:
The STANS documentary takes a closer look at fan culture through the lens of one of rap’s most passionate fan bases.
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Em says:
“The fact that I made songs with Dr. Dre and LL Cool J, it’s f–king nuts to me because I looked up to these guys. As a kid they were everything to me. They were on my wall. That’s why Stan was such an easy song for me to write in a sense of knowing how I was going to write about it because I was that kid how people were acting to me, I was that kid for LL Cool J, Kool G Rap, Big Daddy Kane."
He add:
"These guys were on my wall and it was like f–king wallpaper in my room. So, to be in the room with Dre and LL and having conversations with them and being friends with them, that blows my mind.”He also explained why he wears vintage hip-hop T-shirts with classic album covers during his performances, revealing that it’s much more than just fashion, it’s about education and respect for the culture.
“I wear iconic album cover t-shirts on my shows because I want my fans, especially youngers, to know who these people are and if they have not heard these albums, go back and listen to them, because it’s f–king gold and it’s what inspired me and made hip-hop brought it to the level that it’s at."
Eminem Recalls First Time Meeting Dr. Dre & LL Cool J on Shade 45:
The STANS documentary takes a closer look at fan culture through the lens of one of rap’s most passionate fan bases.
But it also reflects Eminem’s deep respect for the pioneers of hip-hop, the MCs who inspired his sound and shaped the genre.
With honest stories, raw emotion, and a deep love for rap history, Eminem continues to prove why he remains one of the most respected voices in hip-hop today.
Whether you're a seasoned rap fan or just getting into the culture, STANS is a must-watch that captures the legacy of one of the greatest MCs of all time, while honoring the legends who came before him.
With honest stories, raw emotion, and a deep love for rap history, Eminem continues to prove why he remains one of the most respected voices in hip-hop today.
Whether you're a seasoned rap fan or just getting into the culture, STANS is a must-watch that captures the legacy of one of the greatest MCs of all time, while honoring the legends who came before him.