Welcome to Death Row (2001)

  • NR
  • 09/25/2001 (US)
  • Documentary, Music, TV Movie
  • 1h 44m

It Started in Compton. It Ended in Infamy.

Overview

The record label Death Row Records has, since its creation in 1993, been synonymous with the American hip-hop climate. Formed by ex-bodyguard Suge Knight, the label has released seminal rap albums from luminaries including Dr. Dre, Snoop Doggy Dogg, and the famous hip-hop martyr Tupac Shakur. WELCOME TO DEATH ROW is a fascinating, well-researched documentary which explores the history of this intriguing and incredibly significant company.

S. Leigh Savidge

Director

Cast

Suge Knight's headshot

Suge Knight

Self - CEO, Death Row Records (archive footage)
Dr. Dre's headshot

Dr. Dre

Self - Former Death Row Artist / Producer (archive footage)
Snoop Dogg's headshot

Snoop Dogg

Self - Former Death Row Artist
Tupac Shakur's headshot

Tupac Shakur

Self (archive footage)
Nate Dogg's headshot

Nate Dogg

Alonzo Williams's headshot

Alonzo Williams

Lydia Harris's headshot

Lydia Harris

Self
Michael Harris's headshot

Michael Harris

Self (voice)

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