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Today in Hip Hop History: Nas’ Iconic ‘Illmatic’ Album Was Certified Gold 31 Years Ago

January 17, 2025
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31 years ago today, Nas’ debut LP, Illmatic, was certified gold by the RIAA. Released by…

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Today in Hip-Hop History: Nas’ Debut Album ‘Illmatic’ Certified Gold By RIAA 26 Years Ago

January 17, 2022
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On this date in 1996, the Recording Industry Association of America tallied up the sales of…

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Today In Hip Hop History: Nas’ ‘Illmatic’ Certified Gold By RIAA 20 Years Ago

January 17, 2016
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Illmatic, the epic debut album from Nas, was certified gold by the RIAA on this date…

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