Jonathan Landrum Jr.
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Dr. Dre celebrates the 30th anniversary of “The Chronic” with the re-release of his acclaimed debut studio album.
The multiple Grammy winner and his iconic first solo album will return to the streaming service on Wednesday. His 1992 release became a classic that spawned several hits, including “Nuthin ‘but a’ G’ Thang” and “Let Me Ride.” The latter track, which featured rappers Snoop Dogg and Ruben and Jewel on vocals, earned Dr. Dre his first Grammy Award in 1994.
Last year, “The Chronic” was removed from all major streaming services after Snoop Dogg acquired the Death Row Records brand and removed the label’s music from those platforms.the dog said on the way podcast Music “lives in the Metaverse”.
Dre’s debut album is now being re-released through its original distributor, Interscope Records. The rapper and producer said he is excited to work with Interscope and bring his album to fans around the world. The album was released on his December 15, 1992.
Interscope Geffen A&M Vice Chairman Steve Berman said: He called Dre one of the most groundbreaking artists of our time.
John Janick, Chairman of Interscope Geffen A&M, said it was an honor to work with Dre on the re-release.
“From day one on Interscope, the importance of Dr. Dre as a foundational artist for the label has been very important to me,” says Janick. “We take our responsibility for Dre and his incredible work very seriously and are honored to be working closely with him to re-release one of the most important albums of all time.”
A seven-time Grammy Award winner, Dre has produced smash hits for Jay-Z, Eminem, Snoop Dogg, Gwen Stefani, Kendrick Lamar, Nas and 50 Cent. He won his first Emmy Award for his performance at halftime of last year’s Super His Bowl, along with Eminem, Mary J. Blige, Snoop Dogg, Lamar and 50 Cent.
