Grammy Hall of Fame Inducts NWA's "Straight Outta Compton"

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N.W.A.'s "Straight Outta Compton" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame, it was announced on Tuesday, November 29. The album, one of the most controversial of its time, was inducted among 25 other tracks and albums, including The Jackson 5's "ABC," David Bowie's "Changes," Elvis Presley's "Jailhouse Rock," Nirvana's "Smells Like Teen Spirit," Billie Holiday's Lady Sings The Blues, and Prince's Sign "O" The Times. 

Neil Portnow, President/CEO of The Recording Academy, released a statement on the new Hall of Fame inductees, "The Grammy Hall Of Fame represents all genres of music, acknowledging the diversity of musical expression for which The Academy has become renowned. Memorable and inspiring, these recordings are proudly added to our growing catalog and are an integral part of our musical, social and cultural history."

Source: Grammy.com

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