Friday, August 7, 2015

Dr. Dre To Donate Royalties From Soundtrack To The City of Compton

Yesterday Dr. Dre stated he "decided to donate all of my artist royalties from the sale of this album to help fund a new performing arts and entertainment facility for the kids in Compton."

In an interview with Zane Lowe on Beats 1 Radio, Dr. Dre said he spoke to Compton Mayor Aja Brown about ways to give back to the city with the release of his first album in 16 years.

"Compton: A Soundtrack by Dr. Dre," for the N.W.A. biopic "Straight Outta Compton" which opens August 14th, was released today.

"I'm honored that Mr. Young has decided to make a significant investment in his community," Brown said in a statement. "He clearly has a heart for Compton, especially our youth. I believe this performing arts center will provide a pathway for creative expression, exposure and training to the myriad of industries that support arts, entertainment and technology — while providing a much-needed safe haven for our youth."


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