RIAA Platinum LP award for the Digital Underground album Sex Packets. Released on March 20, 1990, the album went Platinum for one million copies sold on Sept. 18, 1990.
The group, formed by Greg "Shock G" Jacobs, was notable for launching the career of Tupac "2Pac" Shakur. When they released their debut they immediately topped the Billboard Rap Singles chart and reached #11 on the Hot 100 with radio-friendly hit "The Humpty Dance". "Doowutchyalike" was also a minor hit. The album peaked at #24 on the Billboard Top 200 Albums chart and #59 on the UK chart. See image above for the RIAA sales certifications of this album*. Remember Shock G (1963-2021) with this award.
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Item Highlights:
- RIAA Platinum album award
- In VG to Excellent condition
- Award made in 1990
- Presented to music video television show
- All original with manufacturer sticker
- Award measures approx. 13" x 17"
- Known as a "R hologram" award, they were made from 1990-1997
- Great collectors item for any Digital Underground fan
- FREE insured shipping to continental U.S.
- International shipping available
Detailed Item Description: This is an official RIAA Platinum album award. It is presented to 1983-92 music video television show Night Tracks.
The award was produced in 1990 making it approx. 32 years old. The award is all original and in VG to Excellent condition. It also has its' orginal backing paper and Ill Eagle Enterprises manufacturer sticker.
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*RIAA sales data source: RIAA.com