Young RJ returns with his World Tour album and a video for the title track featuring Pete Rock and Rebel Kuzco. The reflections on the ups and downs of a romantic relationship has the same sonic feel as his work with Slum Village honoring all the things he learned fromContinue Reading
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pete Rock (@realpeterock) Is Pete Rock right that contemporary hip-hop lacks leadership and talent? Why did Oprah Winfrey drop out as the executive producer of the documentary about Russell Simmons’ alleged sexual misconduct? Is Nicki Minaj’s Madame Tussaud’s wax figureContinue Reading
Skyzoo and Pete Rock have completed their Retropolitan project and give a preview with the single “It’s All Good.” The legendary producer took a beat from his secret 1994 SP-1200 stash to use for Skyzoo’s autobiographical lyrics. The 12-song album has appearances from Conway, Raheem DeVaughn, Styles P, Benny TheContinue Reading
The annual Moogfest took place this past weekend in Durham, North Carolina. Every year synthesizer pioneer Bob Moog is celebrated with a series of performances and installations. Shabazz Palaces, Waajeed, Pete Rock, Kelela, Sassy Black, and Jamila Woods were among the artists who gave performances. To find out about nextContinue Reading