Breakthrough Hits and MilestonesThis day has witnessed the release of numerous career-defining records:1980: Kurtis Blow's self-titled debut album was released. 1 on the Billboard 200, a position it held for five consecutive weeks. 1 on the Billboard 200, a position it held for five consecutive weeks. 3 on the Billboard 200 and received a Gold certification from the RIAA in November 1998 after selling 500,000 units. 3 on the Billboard 200 and received a Gold certification from the RIAA in November 1998 after selling 500,000 units.