Gangstar redirects here. For the video game, see Crime City. Gang Starr was an influential East Coast hip hop group that consisted of MC Guru and DJ/producer DJ Premier. The group was known mainly for their unique style, which combines elements of New York swing jazz and hip hop. Background The group was founded in 1986 by Guru (then known as Keithy E. The Guru) and DJ 1,2 B-Down (also known as Mike Dee) with various producers, such as Donald D, J.V. Johnson or DJ Mark the 45 King helping out. In 1987 and 1988, Gang Starr released three 12" vinyl singles on the Wild Pitch label.In 1989, the group split and the only member willing to continue under the name Gang Starr was Guru. He soon got in touch with DJ Premier (then known as Waxmaster C) who sent him a beat tape which Guru liked. He invited DJ Premier to join Gang Starr and in that same year they released their first single "Words I Manifest" along with the album "No More Mr. Nice Guy" (1989).During their career Gang Starr help

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