June 28, 2023

Today in Hip Hop History

Public Enemy dropped their second studio album "it takes a nation of millions to hold us back" June 28 1988. 35 years ago.

Today marks the 35th anniversary of PE's (Chuck D and Flavor Flav) sophomore studio album It Takes A Nation Of Millions to Hold Us Back which was released on June 28 1988 by Def Jam Recordings and Columbia Records. The album was certified platinum and gold in the US and UK respectively. The album has been cited by music critics and publications as one of the greatest and most influential recordings of all time.  It features the hit singles "Rebel Without A Pause, Bring The Noise,  Don't Believe The Hype, Black Steel in the Hour of Chaos etc

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