On This Day August 8 1988 – NWA Released Their Debut Album Straight Outta Compton

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On This Day August 8 1988 – NWA Released Their Debut Album Straight Outta Compton.

On this day August 8 1988, Straight Outta Compton was released by NWA, marking one of the most groundbreaking and controversial debuts in music history. The album introduced the world to the raw, unapologetic voice of the streets and helped define a new era of rap.

Made up of Eazy E, Dr Dre, Ice Cube, MC Ren, and DJ Yella, NWA brought attention to the harsh realities of life in South Central Los Angeles...

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