Boogie Down Productions released their debut album Criminal Minded March 3, 1987

Boogie Down Productions released their debut album Criminal Minded on March 3, 1987, which is widely considered to be one of the most influential Hip Hop albums of all time. Led by the legendary KRS-One, Criminal Minded was an instant classic due to its raw beats and socially-conscious lyrics. The album boldly tackled a range of topics including violence, poverty, and police brutality, and in doing so, paved the way for a new generation of socially-conscious MCs. KRS-One’s authoritative voice and Scott La Rock’s hard-hitting beats together ushered in a new era, cementing Boogie Down Productions’ place as one of the most influential hip-hop groups of all time.