Gang Starr was an American hip hop duo, consisting of Texas record producer DJ Premier and Massachusetts rapper Guru. For the entirety of their association, they were based out of Brooklyn, New York. Gang Starr was at its height from 1989 to 2003, and are considered one of the best MC-and-producer duos in hip hop history. They are recognized for being one of the pioneers of jazz rap. Some of their top hits include "Mass Appeal", "Take It Personal", "Moment of Truth", "Full Clip" and "Above The Clouds".
| Genres | East coast hip hop, jazz rap |
| Years active | 1986–2003, 2019 |
| Labels | Virgin, Wild Pitch, Chrysalis, Noo Trybe |
| Past members | DJ Premier, Guru (deceased) |
| Bandcamp artist ID | gangstarr |
| Official Website | http://www.virginrecords.com/starr/index4.html |
About Gang Starr
Hip-hop duo who would go on to be named as one of the most prolific MC-and-producer duos in the genre's history. Some of their most well known tracks include, "Mass Appeal," "Take It Personal," and "Moment of Truth."
Achievement of Gang Starr
The group went on hiatus in 2003 but the pair returned to performing together in 2019.
Top Facts You Did Not Know About Gang Starr
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Latest information about Gang Starr updated on December 23 2022.
