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Is the title of Pete Rock's compilation of instrumentals that did not make it (for one reason or another) onto the Pete's most recent album "Soul Survivor II". Pete Rock is one of the most innovative producers in hip-hop since his early days with CL Smooth in early 90's. He is a true hip-hop icon.

When Pete's vintage grooves start playing, they take you over and send you into another world. Drawing a lot from elements of jazz as well as R&B and Soul, Pete Rock has created another masterpiece. He proves he is still one of the most ingenious hip-hop producers with "You Remind Me" in which he samples Al Green's "Let's Stay Together". The style in which he chopped and reconstructed this classic soul song is pure genius. He sends the sample through a serious filter and subtly phases the original song's string arragements. The beat is simply intoxicating. The drums on this track also hit hard and the harsh hi-hats add level of depth to the track. Other highlights of Surviving Elements include Hip 2 Hip, Midnight and You, Placebo, Glowing, (Pimp) Strut, and Hop, Skip & Jump. I highly recommend giving Surviving Elements a listen.