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It Started in Compton. It Ended in Infamy. - Welcome to Death Row
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Title: Welcome to Death Row

Release Date: 25 Sep 2001

Runtime: 1h 44m

Genre: Documentary, Music, TV Movie

Director: Xenon Pictures

Production Companies: Xenon Pictures

Overview: The record label Death Row Records has, since its creation in 1993, been synonymous with the American hip-hop climate. Formed by ex-bodyguard Suge Knight, the label has released seminal rap albums from luminaries including Dr. Dre, Snoop Doggy Dogg, and the famous hip-hop martyr Tupac Shakur. WELCOME TO DEATH ROW is a fascinating, well-researched documentary which explores the history of this intriguing and incredibly significant company.

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Average Vote: 7.5 (10 votes)

Cast

  • Self - CEO, Death Row Records (archive footage): Suge Knight
  • Self - Former Death Row Artist / Producer (archive footage): Dr. Dre
  • Self - Former Death Row Artist: Snoop Dogg
  • Self (archive footage): Tupac Shakur
  • : Nate Dogg
  • : Alonzo Williams
  • Self: Lydia Harris
  • Self (voice): Michael Harris
  • Self - Rap Artist: Jewell
  • : Miller London
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