Suge Knight

Record executive and music producer

Suge Knight - Record executive and music producer
Born

April 19th, 1965
60 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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A prominent figure in the hip-hop industry, significant contributions were made as the co-founder and CEO of Death Row Records. This label played a crucial role in the rise of West Coast hip-hop during the 1990s. Notable artists under the label included Tupac Shakur and Dr. Dre. The success of Death Row Records included the release of multiple multi-platinum albums, establishing the label as a major force in the music industry.

Co-founded Death Row Records

Oversaw the release of Tupac's 'All Eyez on Me'

Played a role in the production of Dr. Dre's 'The Chronic'

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