On this day, November 8, 1989, Back on the Block, a compilation album produced by Quincy Jones, was released. Featuring a lineup of incredible artists across jazz, hip-hop, R&B, and pop, this album climbed to #9 on the Billboard charts. Known for its genre-blending style and collaborations with icons like Ray Charles, Ella Fitzgerald, and Ice-T, Back on the Block won widespread acclaim, showcasing Quincy Jones’s genius in bringing diverse musical worlds together.
Who remembers Back on the Block? Do you have a favorite track from this star-studded album?
Who remembers Back on the Block? Do you have a favorite track from this star-studded album?