5 Things to Know About A Tribe Called Quest's The Low End Theory

  1. The album was released on September 24, 1991, by Jive Records.
  2. It marked a shift toward jazz-influenced, minimalist production with heavy basslines.
  3. The record is widely considered a landmark in alternative hip-hop for its lyrical focus on social issues.
  4. It features guest appearances from leaders of the Native Tongues collective, including Phife Dawg and Q-Tip.
  5. The Low End Theory is often cited as one of the greatest hip-hop albums of all time.