NY's Finest

Released in 2008, “NY’s Finest” is Pete Rock’s follow-up to his 2004 release, “Soul Survivor II” and features collaborations with a range of hip-hop royalty, including Jim Jones, Redman, and Raekwon, among others. The album showcases Pete’s distinct approach to production and includes standouts “We Roll”, which incorporates Bob James’ jazz standard “Nautilus”; and “Till I Retire”, featuring David Porters soulful sample from “I’m Afraid the Masquerade Is Over.” It also features “Ready Fe War”, which is a Vinyl Deli founder personal favourite.

The album was well-received by critics and fans alike, earning praise for its raw energy, hard-hitting beats, and soulful samples. Positive consensus on the album was that it was well-produced and backed strongly by high-quality lyrics and production. “NY’s Finest” is widely regarded as one of Pete Rock’s best releases and showcases the development of his unique style and sound.