Artist
Guru
Guru is a hip-hop artist from Roxbury, Massachusetts, U.S. formed in 1985. 8 releases are catalogued on Riffiter.
Hip-Hop · Roxbury, Massachusetts, U.S. · Best hip-hop albums
- 8
- Releases
- 1993–2009
- Active years
- 1985
- Formed
Artist
Guru is a hip-hop artist from Roxbury, Massachusetts, U.S. formed in 1985. 8 releases are catalogued on Riffiter.
Hip-Hop · Roxbury, Massachusetts, U.S. · Best hip-hop albums
A rapper from the United States and member of alternative hip-hop duo Gang Starr (July 17, 1961 – April 19, 2010) was one half of the legendary hip hop duo Gang Starr and an accomplished solo artist. Guru, an acronym for Gifted Unlimited Rhymes Universal, originally began his hip hop career in Boston but due to lack of local support moved to New York where Gang Starr then blew up. Guru was well known for his smooth voice; socially conscious and hardcore lyrics; and an effortless, confident delivery. Founded in 1987, Gang Starr built a sizable following in the early 90’s, releasing classic albums like Step In The Arena (1991) and Daily Operation (1992). Guru’s lyrical style was based on battle rhymes delivered smoothly, modestly, and with sly wit; he typically avoided using overwhelming charisma, focusing instead on his rhyming ability. Over the years he even took on younger rappers, including Jeru The Damaja, as proteges. He is credited, along with DJ Premier, for the executive production of Jeru’s debut, The Sun Rises In The East (1994). In 1993, he released his first solo album, Jazzmatazz, Vol. 1. The album featured collaborations with Donald Byrd, N’Dea Davenport, Dee C. Lee,…
