In a class with few others, Pete Rock is worshipped by other hip-hop producers, as well as listeners, for his often imitated production skills. Nicknamed "the originator," Rock helped create classic tracks for a number of different rap artists as well as his own group, Pete Rock & C.L. Smooth. His sound, which combines unique drum patterns with soulful melodies, has put his music in the forefront of hip-hop.
On Soul Survivor, his solo debut, Rock returns with the same flavor that made hip-hop famous: true MC'ing, DJ skills, and production originality. Whether it's the hard-core sound of "True Master" or the smooth musical flow of "Mind Blowing," Rock shows off his talent through songs that are well crafted. And it doesn't hurt to feature some of rap's premier MCs. On "Half Man Half Amazin'," Rock meets the lyrical expertise and gritty vocals of Method Man for one of the album's hypest cuts. Other notable tracks include the O.C.-blessed "Respect Mine" and "Da Two," which reunites Rock with his former partner C.L.
