Vinnie Paz, born Vincenzo Luvineri, is an American rapper from Philadelphia, best known as a founding member of Jedi Mind Tricks and the Army of the Pharaohs collective. Active since the 1990s, he became known for his powerful voice, aggressive flow and dense lyricism blending violence, religion, politics, history, inner conflict and cultural references. Alongside his group work, he built a solo career with albums such as Season of the Assassin and God of the Serengeti, reinforcing his status as a major figure in underground hardcore hip-hop.