30 years ago today (8/8/88), N.W.A., released their debut studio LP Straight Outta Compton. Released on group member Eazy-E’s record label Ruthless Records, production for the album was handled by Dr. Dre with DJ Yella. The album has been viewed as the pioneering record of gangsta rap and as one of the most influential hip hop records of all time. Check out the video for the title track below…
