Early life
The duo of rapper Guru and producer DJ Premier, Gang Starr defined the jazz-inflected, boom-bap sound of New York's golden age.
Career
Albums "Step in the Arena," "Daily Operation," and "Moment of Truth" produced classics like "Mass Appeal" and "Full Clip," with Guru's measured voice over Premier's scratches.
Major achievements
They are regarded as one of the most respected and influential duos in hip-hop history.
Legacy
Gang Starr set the gold standard for lyrical, jazz-sampling East Coast rap; Guru died in 2010.
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