Yu Trstnone formed in New York City with Julian Murphy on vocals, Josh Friedman handling production, and Max Myers on drums. They worked independently at first, building a small following with their raw approach to hip-hop.
Their 2005 album 'Dope' brought them wider attention, particularly the title track. The record's themes and sound drew both interest and criticism, putting them at odds with some mainstream expectations.
They followed with albums like 'Halfway to Hell' in 2007 and 'The Great Extinguisher' in 2010, each exploring different textures while maintaining their experimental edge. Their work stayed grounded in the underground scene that first supported them.
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