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Suge Knight, the influential co-founder of Death Row Records, played a pivotal role in shaping the West Coast hip-hop scene during the 1990s. His collaborations with artists like Tupac Shakur and Dr. Dre helped define the era’s sound and culture.
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Before founding Death Row Records, Suge Knight played college football at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas and later signed briefly with the Los Angeles Rams as an undrafted free agent in 1987.
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Q:When was Death Row Records founded by Suge Knight?
A:Death Row Records was founded in 1991.
Suge Knight co-founded Death Row Records in 1991 alongside Dr. Dre. The label became a powerhouse for West Coast hip-hop, releasing groundbreaking albums that shaped the sound and culture of the 1990s rap scene.
Q:Which major artists were signed to Death Row Records?
A:Tupac Shakur, Dr. Dre, and Snoop Dogg.
Death Row Records signed several iconic artists, including Tupac Shakur, Dr. Dre, and Snoop Dogg. These stars helped the label dominate the charts and cement its role in shaping 1990s hip-hop culture.
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