La Rumeur is a french-language rap group from Elancourt (Yvelines, France). Founded in 1997, the group is composed of four rappers, Ekoue, Hame., Mourad., and Philippe., and two DJs, Kool M and Soul G. Considering themselves an "underground" or subversive group, La Rumeur has refused to adapt their lyrics for radio. They carefully select the media outlets with which they communicate, shunning the popular press, television, and radio. Concerts and word of mouth are their main means of promotion.