Stetsasonic is an American hip hop group formed in 1981 in Brooklyn, New York. Considered one of the first hip-hop bands, they played a significant role in the evolution of the genre, incorporating elements of funk, reggae, and jazz into their sound. Notable members include Daddy-O, Delite, Wise, and Prince Paul, who later achieved acclaim as a solo artist and producer. Their influential work includes the socially-conscious album, "In Full Gear" (1988), which is celebrated for its innovative production techniques and lyrical depth.