On July 10, 2024, Cypress Hill made history once again, blending the pulse of hip-hop with the grandeur of classical music in a one-of-a-kind performance at London’s Royal Albert Hall. The iconic rap group teamed up with the London Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Troy Miller, for a reimagining of their groundbreaking Black Sunday album.

This historic concert brought the Grammy-nominated, quadruple-platinum album to life like never before. With lush orchestral arrangements inspired by DJ Muggs' original beats, the band’s signature sound was elevated, adding a layer of grandeur to classics like “Insane in the Brain,” “I Ain’t Goin’ Out Like That,” and "(Rock) Superstar." The night showcased not only the entirety of Black Sunday but also several fan favorites from Cypress Hill’s extensive catalog, seamlessly merging the worlds of hip-hop and classical music in an unforgettable live experience.

The performance was a cultural landmark for both the group and the genre. Cypress Hill, already a pioneering force in hip-hop, had never before shared the stage with a full orchestra, and this ambitious project proved to be a masterstroke. And now Black Sunday Live At The Royal Albert Hall captures the event on Blu-ray, accompanied by two CDs as well on DVD, vinyl and digital.

People of a certain age may remember this was predicted in a 1996 episode of The Simpsons, and after 28 years, it has finally come to life, breaking new ground in both hip-hop and classical crossover. The sold-out, one-night-only event stunned both critics and fans alike, with Louder Sound hailing it as a piece of "hip-hop history" and noting how Cypress Hill "sets a whole new standard for crossover."

Three decades since their self-titled debut, Cypress Hill continues to defy expectations. Their pro-marijuana stance and genre-defying sound earned them a special place in pop culture when they hit mainstream success with Black Sunday in 1993, debuting at number one on the Billboard 200 on its way to triple platinum. The album marked a watershed moment in hip-hop, and this Royal Albert Hall performance proves that Cypress Hill’s relevance and influence are far from fading.