Welcome to Death Row

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Summary: Rise & Fall life of Death Row
Review: I was never really a fan of Death Row, or West Coast rappers. But after seeing this, I couldn't get it off my mind. I happened to catch this on T.V. once. It was really good. It shows the drama/controversy in what was the most powerful/richest record label in the world. If you liked Death Row before they fell off, buy it. Even if you weren't a fan, you'll still enjoy it.

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Summary: Dont Waste Your Money
Review: If you are a Death Row fan, then spend your money on a better product. Buy Suge Knight: The Real Story from Suge Knight Films. This film is full of lies and hearsay. Dont wast your time or money. One.

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Summary: Most Notorious Record Label Ever
Review: If you're a fan of Tupac, Dr. Dre, Snoop Doggy Dogg, etc., you should watch this documentary on tha record label that made them (except Tupac). The documentary tells the story of the label from before it was even created, to its demise. It contains footage of Tupac, Dr. Dre, Snoop Doggy Dogg, Tha Dogg Pound, and interviews with other DeathRow artists such as Jewell, RBX, Pretty Ricky, etc. It talks about the conflict between Ruthless Records and DeathRow, rooting from the problem between Eazy E, Jerry Heller, and Dr. Dre., how Dre and Harry O (Michael Harris) helped to start DeathRow, how criminal lawyer David Kenner was involved, Suge Knight, Tupac, when Dre left DeathRow, and everything else that happened with the label. It's a really interesting and informative documentary, and I strongly reccommend it to any fan of hip hop.

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Summary: Get It
Review: if your a fan of death row and are interested in learning about the history of it you should get this dvd its great, it goes into depth about how deathrow got started and into the east coast west coast beef, and everything, pick it up if you are a fan of Death Row

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Summary: "Welcome To Death Row" Review
Review: Leigh Savidge takes a very insightful look at the controversial Death Row Records as well as the music industry as a whole. With never-before-seen footage and comments from several former artists on Death Row as well as many music industry insiders, "Welcome To Death Row" tries its best and succeeds quite well at piecing together all of the shocking details about what really went down behind close doors at Death Row.

"Welcome" chronicles all of the major moments in the Death Row saga from its inception when Suge used questionable tactics to get Dr. Dre out of his contract with Eazy-E's Ruthless Records to its downfall following Knight's incarceration. It talks about all the politics and jealousy behind the scenes and details Knight and Death Row's involvment in the infamous East-West battle. It also showcases how producer/artist Dr. Dre helped build the company, only to be pushed to the side when Knight signed Tupac Shakur in 1996 and how Dre eventually chose to leave the multi-million dollar company that he had helped build with Suge.

While Suge has been very vocal in his disdain for this documentary, it should be noted that it does not focuss its entire energy on attacking the label boss. While there are some unflattering stories about him told by former employees, there are a number of people who praise him for being a creative genius and a very successful businessman. However, there are also a number of people including imprisoned former crime boss, Michael "Harry-O" Harris, who claim that they helped fund Death Row with drug money. Harris goes into detail about a number of violent incidents involving Suge and how he believes that the success transformed Knight into a different person. Vibe columnist, Kevin Powell, brings a lot to the table as well in his interviews as he provides a lot of insight into the careers of many of the Death Row artists. Snoop Dogg, one of Death Row's most popular artists, also provides some intriuging commentary as he explains what really went on at "Tha Row".

Even if you are only a casual fan of rap music, you should find a lot to like about this very well-made documentary. While some Death Row fans might be upset that it doesn't say much of anything about popular artists like Kurupt, Daz, DJ Quik, or The Outlawz, it really isn't trying to be an artist profile. It also does not feature any music by Death Row because the label wanted nothing to do with its release. Regardless, this is without question, one of the most informative documentaries ever made on the subject of Death Row Records.

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Summary: Very Interesting
Review: The "Welcome To Death Row" documentary is great for anyone who has ever wanted to know more about the history of one of the most successful labels in rap music. Included are many interviews and personal thoughts of many of the key players who are, or were, working with Death Row Records. Areas explored include the creation of Death Row Records, legal problems within the company, Suge Knight's behavior, Tupac's arrival and his relationship with the Notorious BIG, Dr. Dre's departure, the "East Coast,West Coast" rivalry, and Tupac's murder. This DVD is a great buy for anyone interested in this subject.

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Summary: Suge Knight shot me !
Review: The interviews were deep! Especially the line "I was there when he said that he would sell his soul for 1 million dollars and I'll be damned if the devil did'nt have a receipt (...)! I couldn't get that line out my head throughout the movie. It's crazy! I don't think that no one was misrepresented here due to the story still have that same ring that it always had just those who was there during the genesis of the label is telling the story this time, but I was expecting to hear those Death Row cuts besides the Tales of the Darkside tune throughout the movie. Other than that it's official ! I'm thinking about getting that Suge Knight Presents... Cause I can't get enough info on the label and the 2Pac/B.I.G. unsolved murders. A real fan is never satisfied! I'll continue on buying as long as it's official !It is what it looks like and this be what it be !

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Summary: Welcome to Death Row
Review: This documentary surprised me. At first I saw it because I am a rap fan especially of the old Death Row. I was blown away by the style and production of this movie. Two huge things make this documentary worth wild. First off the film is completely impartial. You just get the facts and opinions of those directly involved and few from those outside. The other factor is that other people who aren't rap fans will find this interesting. After my viewing I showed this to many friends and all were deeply interested despite any real interest in rap music. Great topic because of it's controversy and it's impact over the nation. If you give it an honest shot you'll find it interesting and very well done.

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Summary: Pretty good
Review: This DVD really gives you an indepth look at how Deathrow got started and then it's demise. It has the Vegas footage where Deathrow rushed that one cat and goes into more detail where 2pac got shot. It covers basically everything but to my dissapoitnmant, nothing about the Dogg Pound!?!? Snoop, Nate Dogg and some Ol Death Row staff members contributed to the DVD, but nothing new from Dre on Deathrow.

This DVD is worth getting.

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Summary: Informative Death Row DVD
Review: this dvd was pretty good. Lets start with the pros...great sound and picture, very informative about the origin of death row records and different things that went on in the company. The part about tupac was very interesting and I also enjoyed the part about the east coast/west coast beef. The cons...no death row music is played during this dvd. How do u have a movie about death row without the classics?!?...But overall a decent dvd.