Tha Dogg Pound, an influential West Coast hip-hop duo, consists of rappers Kurupt (Ricardo Emmanuel Brown) and Daz Dillinger (Delmar Arnaud). They first rose to prominence in the early 1990s as part of Death Row Records' golden era, heavily associated with industry giants such as Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, and the late Tupac Shakur. Their 1995 debut album, "Dogg Food," was critically acclaimed and displayed their signature G-funk sound—a funk-based, melodic twist on gangsta rap that dominated the West Coast scene at the time.

Over the years, Tha Dogg Pound has maintained consistency in their craft despite the changing landscapes of hip-hop. Their dedication to the genre and adaptability is evident in their modern releases, such as "DPG 4 Life" and "Dillinger & Young Gotti (Digitally Remastered)." Not only are they revered for their foundational contributions to West Coast hip-hop, but they've also shown they can evolve and remain relevant, never losing touch with their gritty, authentic street narratives and hard-hitting production style. Their prolific output of both group and solo projects has cemented their status as stalwarts within the hip-hop community.

Genres

G Funk

West Coast Rap

Related Artists

Snoop Dogg

Warren G

Nate Dogg

Kurupt

E-40

Xzibit

Ice Cube

Cypress Hill

Daz Dillinger

DJ Quik

Dr. Dre

The Game

Latest Release

W.A.W.G. (We All We Got) [Deluxe]

Tha Dogg Pound

Album - 15 Tracks - Released July 12, 2024