ATLiens
ATLiens is the second studio album by American hip hop duo OutKast, released August 27, 1996, on LaFace Records. Following their debut, the record expands their Southern rap sound with spacey, psychedelic production and more introspective, abstract lyricism. The title signals Atlanta's inhabitants—the "ATLiens"—and the alien imagery that runs through the album’s mood and artwork.
Production and style: The project was largely produced by Organized Noize alongside OutKast, with the duo co-creating
Release and reception: ATLiens peaked at number two on the US Billboard 200 and topped the Top
Legacy: Often regarded as a landmark in the evolution of Southern hip hop, ATLiens helped establish OutKast's