Historical Archive
This Is the Jungle Brothers is the debut studio album by the American hip hop group Jungle Brothers, released in 1988. The album is known for its innovative blend of hip hop, house music, and jazz, creating a unique sound that contributed to the development of the alternative hip hop genre. The Jungle Brothers were part of the Native Tongues collective, which included other influential acts like A Tribe Called Quest and De La Soul. Their lyrics often focus on themes of unity, social issues, and the celebration of African culture, making the album a significant contribution to the hip hop landscape of the late 1980s.