What makes Diploma by Gloc-9 notable?

'Diploma' is significant for its impact on Filipino hip-hop, reaching a wider audience and earning critical acclaim. The album's themes resonated with listeners, solidifying Gloc-9's position as a voice for the marginalized in Filipino music, and it paved the way for future artists in the genre. In 2007, Gloc-9 released 'Diploma' as his debut studio album, following successful underground mixtapes. This marked the beginning of his rise in the Pinoy hip-hop scene, showcasing his unique blend of rap rock and socially conscious lyrics that would define his career.