Sound of Da Police Images

Young KRS-One (1984)

KRS-One left home as a teenager and was homeless and living in and out of shelters for many years.

KRS-One: "I Am Hip Hop"

KRS-One is one of the predominant carriers of the old-school hip-hop torch these days.

Return of the Boom Bap Cover (1993)

This is a stylish album cover reminiscent of old blues covers by Blue Note Records.

"Sound of Da Police" Photo

KRS-One was originally a graffiti tag for Lawrence Parker, who also goes by Kris (short for Krisna, his middle name).