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On April 15, 1989, Tone Locs debut album, Loc-ed After Dark, skyrocketed to fame, featuring hit singles like Wild Thing, Funky Cold Medina, and I Got It Goin’ On. The albums raspy vocals and catchy hooks became iconic late-eighties party anthems, embodying the West Coast rap vibe. Inspired by jazz trumpeter Donald Byrd, the album cover paid homage to musical roots. Loc-ed After Dark earned double platinum status, paving the way for hip-hops mainstream rise and West Coast artists success. Checkout Solipillow.com