The Chronic, which is widely regarded as one of the most influential hip-hop albums of all time, was Dr. Dre's debut solo album, released on December 15, 1992. The landmark album is best known for its definitive introduction of G-funk into the Hip-Hop lexicon. It introduced Snoop Dogg as an up-and-coming superstar and cemented Dre’s legacy as a producer, ultimately … [Read more...] about Dr. Dre & Interscope Records Announce “The Chronic Masters” Collection Honoring 30th Anniversary Of ‘The Chronic’
The Chronic
Dr. Dre Celebrates 30th Anniversary Of “The Chronic” With Album’s Re-Release
Dr. Dre will celebrate the 30th anniversary of The Chronic with a re-release of his highly-acclaimed debut studio album. The multi-Grammy winner’s iconic first solo album will make a return to streaming services on Wednesday. His 1992 release became a classic spawning several hits, including “Nuthin’ but a ‘G’ Thang” and “Let Me Ride.” The latter track — featuring rapper … [Read more...] about Dr. Dre Celebrates 30th Anniversary Of “The Chronic” With Album’s Re-Release
Dr. Dre & Snoop Dogg Shuffle Into The Trading Card Game Celebrating 30th Anniversary Of “The Chronic”
Music icons Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg have shuffled into the trading card game with G.A.S Trading Cards for its first-ever duo trading card, in honor of the 30th anniversary of Dr. Dre’s first debut studio album, The Chronic. The album has been widely regarded as one of the most important and influential albums of the 1990s and one of the best-produced hip-hop albums. The … [Read more...] about Dr. Dre & Snoop Dogg Shuffle Into The Trading Card Game Celebrating 30th Anniversary Of “The Chronic”
Flipper’s Roller Boogie Palace Honors Dr. Dre’s “The Chronic” For Its 30th Anniversary With ‘The Chronic Skate’ Release
Flipper’s Roller Boogie Palace founder Liberty Ross honors long-time friend Dr. Dre, with the creation of the official, limited edition skate for the 30th anniversary of Dr. Dre’s 1992 Death Row Records album, The Chronic. The launch of the line coincides with the public opening of Flipper’s Roller Boogie Palace in London today – November 11th. The Chronic Skate was … [Read more...] about Flipper’s Roller Boogie Palace Honors Dr. Dre’s “The Chronic” For Its 30th Anniversary With ‘The Chronic Skate’ Release
RBX Discusses Why He Never Signed To Death Row Records, Underestimating ‘The Chronic’, The Genius Of Dr. Dre, Working With Eminem + More On Unique Access Interview
Long Beach, California emcee RBX recently stopped by Unique Access Entertainment to discuss why he didn't sign to Death Row Records, why he initially underestimated Dr. Dre's 1992 solo debut The Chronic, and how Snoop Dogg, the Lady of Rage, Nate Dogg, and others all clicked during the label's early days. RBX also tells host Soren Baker about walking away from the now iconic … [Read more...] about RBX Discusses Why He Never Signed To Death Row Records, Underestimating ‘The Chronic’, The Genius Of Dr. Dre, Working With Eminem + More On Unique Access Interview
Kurupt Details Making “Stranded On Death Row” Song For Dr. Dre’s ‘The Chronic’
During a recent interview with VladTV, west coast legend, Dogg Pound member, and Grammy Award-nominated emcee Kurupt discussed the making of "Stranded On Death Row", a song he featured on with Snoop Dogg, The Lady of Rage, and RBX from the 1992 Dr. Dre debut solo album The Chronic on Death Row Records. "All I could think of was stranded on death row. From there, it set the … [Read more...] about Kurupt Details Making “Stranded On Death Row” Song For Dr. Dre’s ‘The Chronic’
Snoop Dogg Confirms Acquisition Of Dr. Dre’s “The Chronic” & Other Death Row Records Albums
Last month, west coast icon Snoop Dogg announced that he had acquired the Death Row Records label from MNRK Music Group, which was controlled by the investment firm Blackstone. When the announcement first materialized it wasn’t exactly known what assets of the storied label Snoop was able to acquire, with speculation being that he wasn’t able to get some of the classic … [Read more...] about Snoop Dogg Confirms Acquisition Of Dr. Dre’s “The Chronic” & Other Death Row Records Albums
Bud’da Releases The “Chronic Drip” Beat Tape In Nostalgic Homage To Dr. Dre
Bud'da, the multi-platinum, mid-90's West Coast hip-hop architect, whose iconic production work on west coast classics proved pivotal for artists like Ice Cube, Xzibit, and Dr. Dre, just released the Chronic Drip beat tape. The pioneering Pittsburgh native produced five tracks on Bow Down from Westside Connection, co-produced "Been There, Done That" with Dr. Dre, worked with … [Read more...] about Bud’da Releases The “Chronic Drip” Beat Tape In Nostalgic Homage To Dr. Dre
Big Mike Tells Unique Access How Rap-A-Lot Sabotaged His ‘Hard To Hit’ Album & Dr. Dre Wanting “Straight Gangsta-ism” For ‘The Chronic’
During part 4 of the interview between Big Mike of the Geto Boys and Soren Baker of Unique Access Entertainment, the Houston, TX emcee discusses how he thinks Rap-A-Lot Records sabotaged his Hard To Hit LP. The former Geto Boys member also tells Soren Baker about how Dr. Dre wanted some "Straight Gangstai-sm" for the producer's 1992 solo The Chronic. Watch the video … [Read more...] about Big Mike Tells Unique Access How Rap-A-Lot Sabotaged His ‘Hard To Hit’ Album & Dr. Dre Wanting “Straight Gangsta-ism” For ‘The Chronic’
Conversations With Chad: Colin Wolfe Talks Making ‘The Chronic’ With Dr. Dre, Working With 2Pac & MC Breed, Michael Jackson, and Madonna
From N.W.A’s 100 Miles and Runnin’ to The Chronic music producer Colin Wolfe was Dr. Dre’s right-hand man, lacing songs like “Fuck The Police Pt. 2”, “Real Niggaz Don’t Die”, “Deep Cover”, and “Fuck Wit Dre Day (And Everybody’s Celebrating)” with innovative grooves and sounds never before heard in gangsta rap, much less hip-hop itself. Colin … [Read more...] about Conversations With Chad: Colin Wolfe Talks Making ‘The Chronic’ With Dr. Dre, Working With 2Pac & MC Breed, Michael Jackson, and Madonna