Massive Attack, formed in 1988 in Bristol, England, are pioneers of the trip-hop genre, blending electronic music with elements of hip-hop, soul, and dub. Their debut album, *Blue Lines* (1991), is widely regarded as the first trip-hop album, featuring the seminal track "Unfinished Sympathy." Subsequent albums like *Mezzanine* (1998) and *100th Window* (2003) further solidified their reputation for atmospheric and innovative soundscapes. The group's lineup has evolved over time, with founding members Robert "3D" Del Naja and Grant "Daddy G" Marshall remaining at the core. Massive Attack's influence extends beyond music, impacting visual arts and political activism. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Massive_Attack?utm_source=openai))