Label: Octave, DPG Recordz
Country: Japan
Released: 5 lug 2003
Genre: Hip Hop Gangsta
“DPG: The Unreleased Collection” by Tha Dogg Pound, released in 2003, is a compilation of previously unreleased tracks from the influential West Coast rap duo, consisting of Daz Dillinger and Kurupt. This collection showcases the group’s signature G-funk sound that was prominent in their earlier works, including their debut album “Dogg Food” which played a significant role in defining the West Coast rap scene during the 1990s.
The album includes contributions from notable artists like Nate Dogg and Snoop Dogg, which add to its authentic gangsta rap vibe. Tracks like “I Need A Bitch” and “Family Reunion” feature these collaborations, highlighting the interconnected nature of the artists within the Death Row Records family.
While the collection does not significantly deviate from the duo’s established sound, it provides fans with a nostalgic glimpse into the unreleased material from the peak era of their careers. The production is consistent with the laid-back, funk-infused beats typical of the G-funk genre, complemented by gritty, street-centric lyrics that deal with themes of loyalty, street life, and personal struggles.
Overall, “DPG: The Unreleased Collection” is a solid addition for fans of Tha Dogg Pound and enthusiasts of 90s West Coast hip-hop, preserving the essence of the duo’s impact on the genre. For a deeper dive into their discography and influence.
Tracklist
Whatever (Feat Snoop Dogg & J Chron)
Fine Bitch (Feat Snoop Dogg & Lil Half Dead)
Ride Wit A G (Feat Crooked I)
Then She Got It (Feat Snoop Dogg & Soopafly)
Time Goes On (Feat Snoop Dogg & Kokane)
Summertime (Feat Snoop Dogg & Kokane)
I Need A Bitch (Feat Nate Dogg)
Family Reunion (Feat Snoop Dogg, Warren G, Bad Azz & Soopafly)
The Shhh For This (Feat Snoop Dogg & Tray Deee)
Life Goes On
Don’t Give A Fucc
Gangsta Shhh (Feat Snoop Dogg & Crystal)
Fly Girls (Feat Snoop Dogg)
That’s What’s Happening (Feat Snoop Dogg)
Crookz N Doggz (Feat Crooked I & Snoop Dogg)
Geed Up (Feat Goldie Locc)
Hard Time On Planet Earth (Feat Tray Deee & Bad Azz)
All Day All Night
