Eminem - The Slim Shady LP - 9428
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Eminem's The Slim Shady LP is his second studio album and major label debut, released on February 23, 1999, by Aftermath Entertainment and Interscope Records. The album was recorded in Ferndale, Michigan following Eminem's recruitment by Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine. It features production from Dr. Dre, the Bass Brothers, and Eminem himself.
The Slim Shady LP is a hip hop album that blends West Coast hip hop, G-funk, and horrorcore styles. The majority of the album's lyrical content is written from the perspective of Eminem's alter ego, named Slim Shady, whom he created on the Slim Shady EP (1997).
The Slim Shady LP was a critical and commercial success. It was certified triple platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) and won the Grammy Award for Best Rap Album in 2000.
The Slim Shady LP was a controversial album due to its explicit and violent lyrics. It was banned from some stores and schools, and Eminem was criticized by some for promoting violence and misogyny. However, the album also had a strong impact on popular culture and helped to make Eminem a household name.
The Slim Shady LP is considered one of the greatest hip hop albums of all time. It has been praised for its innovative production, Eminem's sharp wit and lyrical skills, and its dark and humorous take on American culture. The album helped to redefine hip hop and make it more accessible to a mainstream audience.
