Fila Fresh Crew
| Company type | Hip-hop group |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1980s |
| Headquarters | Dallas , United States |
| Products | Hip-hop music, EPs, singles |
The Fila Fresh Crew was a hip-hop ensemble originating from Dallas, Texas, composed of members Fresh K, Dr. Rock, and The D.O.C. (initially known as Doc-T).
History
During his tenure as DJ for the World Class Wreckin' Cru, Dr. Rock established a relationship with Dr. Dre that enabled the Fila Fresh Crew to be featured on the 1987 compilation album N.W.A and the Posse. In 1988, the group released their EP titled Tuffest Man Alive, which was supported by three singles.
Following his departure from the group, Doc-T adopted the name The D.O.C. and played a significant role as a writer and contributor to Eazy-E's first album as well as the groundbreaking gangsta rap collective N.W.A. He became affiliated with Ruthless Records and subsequently Death Row Records. The D.O.C.'s most notable work includes his 1989 debut album No One Can Do It Better, which featured the popular track "It's Funky Enough".
Although the group dissolved by 1988, Dr. Rock pursued a solo career, releasing an album in 1991 under the name Fela Fresh Crew. The EP Tuffest Man Alive saw its first CD release in 2017, incorporating the earlier b-side "I Wanna Know What Love Is."
Extended play
| Title | Album details |
|---|---|
| Tuffest Man Alive |
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Singles
| Year | Title | Album |
|---|---|---|
| 1988 | "I Hate to Go to Work" | Tuffest Man Alive |
| "Dunk the Funk" | ||
| 1989 | "Fear of the Rap" |
Guest appearances
| Title | Year | Artist | Album |
|---|---|---|---|
| "Dunk the Funk" | 1987 | N.W.A | N.W.A. and the Posse |
| "Drink It Up" | |||
| "Tuffest Man Alive" | |||
| "3 the Hard Way" |
Music videos
| Title | Album |
|---|---|
| "I Hate To Go To Work" | Tuffest Man Alive |