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VeritaSaga
12+ albums
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Veritasaga is one of the most influential Hip-hop bands in Romania. The four members - Jhivago (MC), Praetor (MC), Dribbler (Producer) and Dj Sonia (DJ/Turntablist) - deliver a blend of classical Hip-hop, neo-soul, chill out, alternative and electronic influences, distinguishing themselves through their unmistakable style. Formed back in the late 90's by Praetor, Jhivago and Dribbler, Veritasaga began it's musical journey at a moment when the Romanian music industry was rather reluctant towards Hip-hop. Refusing to fall within the boundaries of the industry's commercial clichés - which quickly arose in Romanian Hip-hop - Veritasaga members chose to follow their own beliefs in affirming their artistic identity. And so, own allowance-founded studio recording hours, pro-bono shows, various mixtape appearances, and numerous collaborations with underground artists followed... In 2001, Veritasaga became one of the first groups affiliated with indie Hip-hop label Hades Records. As "underground" promotion means diversified, the Hip-hop public quickly transformed into a solid fan-base and, inevitably, Veritasaga made its mark as an important name in Romanian Hip-hop movement. Full stop. Now, from the beginning. In 2003, the first Veritasaga album was released, "Punct si de la capat" ("Full stop. Now, from the beginning."). Despite the fact that it was an independent material, and sustained only by a "listen and pass it on"-type promotion, the album generated an impressive buzz an
