Celebrating Lighter Shade of Brown

More than three decades ago, A Lighter Shade Of Brown debuted their classic hip hop album, "Brown and Proud."

When discussing pioneers of Chicano Rap, there is perhaps no group more iconic and revered than A Lighter Shade of Brown (LSOB). In the genre’s pantheon of heavy-hitters, few artists can boast such a long-lasting legacy and impact on the genre.

Formed in Riverside in 1990, and comprised of Robert Gutierrez—also known as “ODM” (One Dope Mexican)—and Bobby…