February 9

2 hip-hop anniversaries on February 9

1. 2022

   Snoop Dogg acquires Death Row Records from MNRK Music Group

   Snoop Dogg announces he has purchased Death Row Records from MNRK Music Group (formerly eOne Music). Terms are not disclosed publicly. The acquisition includes the catalog rights to Death Row's 1991-2002 output, includin…

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   Today in hip-hop history — 2022: Snoop Dogg acquires Death Row Records from MNRK Music Group. https://hiphopstorian.com/timeline/moment/snoop-acquires-death-row-2022

2. 2025

   Kendrick Lamar headlines Super Bowl LIX halftime — the most-watched halftime show ever

   At Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Kendrick Lamar performs the halftime show of Super Bowl LIX (Philadelphia Eagles 40, Kansas City Chiefs 22). Samuel L. Jackson appears in character as 'Uncle Sam,' SZA joins for 'Luth…

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   Today in hip-hop history — 2025: Kendrick Lamar headlines Super Bowl LIX halftime — the most-watched halftime show ever. https://hiphopstorian.com/timeline/moment/kendrick-super-bowl-2025