Gang Starr

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Formed 1987. Disbanded 2004.

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History of Hip Hop 1990 by Jaguar Skills

Hip Hop anthems from 1990 in the mix from the likes of Boogie Down Productions, Ice Cube & Gang Starr (pictured).

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Gang Starr was an influential East Coast hip hop duo that consisted of the late MC Guru and the DJ/producer DJ Premier.

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