8/30/2004
Chronic Classic
The other day, something compelled me to purchase Dr. Dre's Chronic 2001. I've been enjoying this album for years now via my burned copy but I thought I owed Dr. Dre 15 dollars for producing such an incredible record. This album didn't just come out, single on MTV, gain momentum and eventually make the top of the charts. Chronic 2001 exploded the day it was released - it was an instant classic. Dre's beats are superb on 2001, knocking out any previous work he had done, even the original Chronic. On this album, Dr. Dre really shows his incredible talents as a producer and also as a rap artist. Produced with the help of Mel Man, Dr. Dre demanded the attention of N.W.A. fans and others who had no idea who he was. This album served to remind the public that Dr. Dre wasn't done producing, and he wasn't done rapping. The guest artists featured on this album only helped to blow the album higher. Chronic 2001 features Eminem, Snoop Dogg, Xzibit, Hitman, and others. The tracks range from the hardcore gansta rap reminiscent of the early 1990's to Dre's heartfelt track about the loss of his brother. This is an incredible album and I could reccomend it to anyone who...well anyone. There is something in the Chronic 2001 for everyone...unless you are offended easily or have a weak stomach. Run out and buy it!
