Stetsasonic was a highly influential hip-hop group from Brooklyn, New York, formed in 1981. Known for their energetic live performances and socially conscious lyrics, Stetsasonic released several critically acclaimed albums, including “On Fire” (1986) and “In Full Gear” (1988). With their unique blend of hip-hop, jazz, and rock influences, Stetsasonic played a significant role in shaping the sound of hip-hop in the late 1980s and paved the way for future groups like De La Soul and A Tribe Called Quest.

Members consisted of Prince Paul, MC Delite, Wise, Daddy-O, Frukwan, DBC, Crown Supreme, and percussionist Bobby Simmons.