Shotta

A controversial MC from Sevilla, Shotta (aka Ignacio Gonzáles Rodríguez) began his career under the wing of his older brother, the equally well-noted Tote King. Together, they released the demo XXL in 2000, as well as a maxi and the LP Tu Madre Es una Foca in 2002, which broke records for a hip-hop album in Spain. Shotta's first solo album, La Selva, appeared in 2004. By this time, he was already an established Spanish rap star, and could benefit from many high-profile guests and producers. His trademark style was characterized by strong language and acidic humor: he was notor...