Library of Congress Adds Iconic Recordings to National Registry

The 2024 update includes influential works from Green Day, The Notorious B.I.G., and others, reflecting a diverse cultural heritage.

The National Recording Registry's latest additions feature a variety of genres including rock, rap, and salsa, underscoring the eclectic nature of American music.
Notable entries include Green Day's 'Dookie', The Notorious B.I.G.'s 'Ready to Die', and Héctor Lavoe's 'El Cantante'.
The Registry now houses 650 titles, each selected for their cultural, historical, or aesthetic significance.
This year's selections span from a 1919 recording by Lt. James Reese Europe’s band to The Chicks' 1998 album 'Wide Open Spaces'.
Public participation in the nomination process reached a record high with 2,899 nominations submitted for this year's registry.