''DPG 4 Life'' is the eighth studio album by American hip hop duo

Tha Dogg Pound Tha Dogg Pound is an American hip-hop duo composed of West Coast rappers Kurupt and Daz Dillinger. They were among the first acts to sign to Death Row Records in 1992. Kurupt and Daz went on to release solo albums starting in 1998; they left th ...

. It was released on August 20, 2021, through Dogg Food Records.

Background

Following a decade-long hiatus,

—composed of

Daz Dillinger Delmar Drew Arnaud (born May 25, 1973), known professionally as Daz Dillinger or simply Daz (formerly Dat Nigga Daz), is an American rapper and record producer. As a member of Death Row Records in the early 1990s, he is credited with the label ...

and

Kurupt Ricardo Emmanuel Brown (born November 23, 1972), better known by his stage name Kurupt, is an American rapper and record producer. Born and raised in Philadelphia, he formed Tha Dogg Pound in 1992 along with Daz Dillinger; the rap duo has releas ...

—returned with ''DPG 4 Life'', reaffirming their presence in

West Coast hip hop West Coast hip-hop is a regional genre of Hip-hop, hip-hop music that encompasses any artists or music that originated in the West Coast of the United States. West Coast hip-hop began to dominate from a radio play and sales standpoint during th ...

. Known for their signature

G-funk G-funk, short for gangsta funk, (or funk rap) is a sub-genre of gangsta rap that emerged from the West Coast scene in the early 1990s. The genre is heavily influenced by the synthesizer-heavy 1970s funk sound of Parliament-Funkadelic (aka P-F ...

sound and deep ties to the

Death Row Records Death Row Records is an American record label that was founded in 1991 by The D.O.C., Dr. Dre, Suge Knight, and Dick Griffey. The label became a sensation by releasing multi-platinum hip-hop albums by West Coast-based artists such as Dr. D ...

era, the duo crafted this album as both a continuation of their legacy and an adaptation to modern production styles. The album blends nostalgic and contemporary elements, incorporating funk-driven beats with introspective storytelling. Tracks like "Ghetto" and "We Rollin’" showcase their classic style, while songs such as "Dissolution of Marriage" introduce a more reflective tone. Guest appearances from

Snoop Dogg Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr. ( ; born October 20, 1971), better known by his stage name Snoop Dogg (previously Snoop Doggy Dogg), is an American rapper, record producer, and actor. Rooted in West Coast hip-hop, he is widely regarded as one of t ...

Eric Bellinger Eric Aldwin Bellinger Jr. (born March 27, 1984) is an American R&B singer and songwriter. He began songwriting in 2010, and has co-written singles including " Lemme See" by Usher, "New Flame" by Chris Brown, " Right Here" by Justin Bieber, " O ...

Kokane Jerry Buddy Long Jr. (born March 10, 1969), better known by his stage name Kokane, is an American rapper and singer best known for his distinctive vocal style and numerous guest appearances, such as on Snoop Dogg's ''Tha Last Meal''. Early life ...

, and

October London Jared Samuel Erskine (born October 17, 1986), known professionally as October London, is an American singer and songwriter. He signed to Death Row Records by Snoop Dogg in 2022 and released his studio album, ''The Rebirth of Marvin'', in 2023. It ...

add depth to the project, reinforcing its connection to West Coast hip hop traditions. Critics praised ''DPG 4 Life'' for capturing the essence of Tha Dogg Pound’s earlier work while maintaining relevance in today’s hip hop landscape. While some listeners felt the album leaned heavily on nostalgia, others appreciated its dedication to preserving the G-funk sound that defined an era.

Release and reception

''DPG 4 Life'' received widespread praise from hip hop critics, particularly those with a deep appreciation for West Coast rap traditions. Many celebrated Tha Dogg Pound's ability to maintain their signature G-funk sound while delivering a fresh, engaging listening experience. Critics highlighted the album’s nostalgic appeal, noting that Daz Dillinger and Kurupt “sound like they never left the '90s,” skillfully recreating the classic G-funk formula while adapting it to a modern audience. The chemistry between the duo, combined with Daz Dillinger’s production, was consistently cited as a standout aspect of the project. The feature list also garnered attention, with reviewers praising its tribute to the golden era of West Coast hip hop. While listeners commended the album’s authenticity and consistency, some felt it did not significantly expand beyond Tha Dogg Pound’s established sound. Despite this, the project was largely seen as a welcome return, reaffirming the duo’s status as pioneers of the genre.

Track listing

''Total length:'' 51:33

Personnel

Tha Dogg Pound * Daz Dillinger – vocals, producer, executive producer * Kurupt – vocals, producer Featured artists * Mello Rymes – vocals (track 1) * Kaydence – vocals (track 2) * October London – vocals (track 3) * Eric Bellinger – vocals (track 4) * Tenah Nassar – vocals (track 5) * Shon Lawon – vocals (track 6) * Snoop Dogg – vocals (tracks 6, 7) * Kokane – vocals (track 7) * Latoiya Williams – vocals (track 8) * Soopafly – vocals (track 10) * Carlos McSwain – vocals (track 12) * Wynn Vaughn – vocals (track 13)

References

External links

Discogs entry for ''DPG 4 Life''
{{Tha Dogg Pound 2021 albums Tha Dogg Pound albums