American rapper and record producer, Dr. Dre’s debut album ‘The Chronic’ returns to streaming services to celebrate its 30th anniversary.
The re-release of the acclaimed work will be accompanied by a special Chronic merch collection which will be available on www.interscope.com. The album was removed from streaming services after Snoop Dogg acquired the catalog of Suge Knight’s Death Row Records, which originally released the album in 1992.
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First released on December 15, 1992, on Death Row Records/Interscope, The Chronic peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard 200 and has spent 97 weeks on the chart since its release.
Dr. Dre. says, “I am thrilled to bring the Chronic home to its original distribution partner, Interscope Records. Working alongside my longtime colleagues, Steve Berman and John Janick, to re-release the album and make it available to fans all over the world is a full circle moment for me.”
“Dr. Dre is without a doubt one of the most iconic and groundbreaking artists in the modern era. He has also used his platform to fuel some very impactful philanthropic efforts that will ensure his legacy is felt for generations to come.” Steve Berman, Vice Chairman of Interscope Geffen A&M, said: “Dre’s solo career all started with The Chronic, one of the most celebrated recordings of all time. To have this album at Interscope once again where we work with Dre and his amazing team at Aftermath day in and day out is incredibly gratifying for me personally and all of us at Interscope.”
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Dr. Dre’s Debut Album ‘The Chronic’ Returns To Streaming Services