The Low End Theory
Manufacturer
Zomba Recording Corp.
Publisher
Zomba Recording Corp.
Record company
Jive Records
Producer
Skeff Anselm
Performing artist
A Tribe Called Quest
Producer
A Tribe Called Quest
Date1996
Mediumpolyvinyl chloride; paper (fiber product); ink
DimensionsOverall (Diameter): 11 7/8 in. (30.163 cm)
Credit LineMoPOP permanent collection
Object number1999.168.2.A-.C
DescriptionThe Low End Theory is the second studio album by the Hip-Hop group, A Tribe Called Quest, released on September 24, 1991, by Jive Records. The album was primarily produced by group member Q-Tip. On February 19, 1992, the album was certified Gold and certified Platinum by the RIAA. The album is known as Phife Dawg's breakout skills as a rapper and is credited for launching Busta Rhymes' successful solo career. The album's influence on artists in Hip-Hop, R&B, and other genres has been attributed to the group's lyricism and Q-Tip's production, which bridged the gap between Jazz and Hip-Hop. The album is widely regarded as one of the greatest albums of all time, appearing on many best albums lists by music critics and writers, including on Rolling Stone's 100 Best Albums of the '90s.
Red, black and green figure hunched over with The Low End Theory printed down their back. A Tribe Called Quest is printed in a circle inside the body.
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