On this week’s episode, Matt and Ryan continue their celebration of Black History Month with a review of Straight Outta Compton by N.W.A. Featuring several controversial tracks, this album put West Coast hip-hop on the map and redefined the genre. The group’s confrontational lyrics led to intense opposition from law enforcement and media outlets; MTV banned the "Straight Outta Compton" music video, and some police officers even refused to provide security at their shows. Tune in to hear what the guys have to say about this groundbreaking album!

Listen to the album:

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_kpnXtWauesEgVIWmv9So8swX3K1p54kkk&si=NuDsbsFdD0VGYAWo

Purchase the album:

https://www.amazon.com/Straight-Outta-Compton-N-W/dp/B000003B6J

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 Intro

02:26 Last Week Recap

04:38 What is a N.W.A.?

15:05 Straight Outta Compton

27:17 Fuck tha Police

38:11 Gangsta Gangsta

46:59 If It Ain't Ruff

52:49 Parental Discretion Iz Advised

59:55 8 Ball (Remix)

01:07:44 Something Like That

01:12:37 Ways to Support the Show

01:18:18 Express Yourself

01:25:23 Compton's N The House (Remix)

01:31:29 I Ain't Tha 1

01:39:10 Dopeman (Remix)

01:44:07 Quiet on tha Set

01:50:15 Something 2 Dance 2

01:57:24 Overall Thoughts, Ratings and Next Album Recommendations

02:05:34 Next Week's Review