Articolo 31

Consisting of rapper J-Ax (Alessandro Aleotti) and producer DJ Jad (Luca Perrini), Italian duo Articolo 31 were one of the most popular acts of their country's hip-hop scene. Early on, their sound was typical of golden age rap, with freestyle rhymes and sampled beats and choruses, but from a uniquely Italian perspective. Over time, the duo expanded their sound to incorporate elements of funk, reggae, rock, and other styles. In doing so, they drifted away from purist hip-hop and reached a more mainstream audience. Their 1993 debut full-length, Strade di Città, was one of Italy'...