If you like Pete Rock & CL Smooth, try these artists

If you like Pete Rock & CL Smooth, these artists play in similar sounds, ideas, or styles. Use this as a starting point to branch out and find something new to listen to.

East Coast hip-hop golden age hip-hop jazz rap

Artists to try next

KRS-One

Shared genres: East Coast hip-hop, golden age hip-hop

East Coast hip-hop boom bap conscious hip-hop

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Survival Skills

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Pete Rock

Shared genres: East Coast hip-hop, golden age hip-hop, jazz rap

East Coast hip-hop alternative hip-hop experimental hip-hop

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PeteStrumentals 3

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Kool G Rap

Shared genres: East Coast hip-hop, golden age hip-hop

East Coast hip-hop gangsta rap golden age hip-hop

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Roots of Evil

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DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince

Shared genres: East Coast hip-hop, golden age hip-hop

East Coast hip-hop disco electro hop

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Homebase

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Fat Joe

Shared genres: East Coast hip-hop

East Coast hip-hop Latin hip-hop boom bap

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The Elephant in the Room

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Wu-Tang Clan

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Shared genres: East Coast hip-hop

East Coast hip-hop gangsta rap hardcore hip-hop

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Once Upon a Time in Shaolin

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DMX

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Shared genres: East Coast hip-hop

Christian hip-hop East Coast hip-hop gangsta rap

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Flesh of My Flesh, Blood of My Blood

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Run-DMC

Shared genres: East Coast hip-hop

East Coast hip-hop hardcore hip-hop rap rock

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Down with the King

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Common questions

Who sounds like Pete Rock & CL Smooth?

Artists similar to Pete Rock & CL Smooth include KRS-One, Pete Rock, Kool G Rap and DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince. Each shares elements of Pete Rock & CL Smooth's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Pete Rock & CL Smooth?

Pete Rock & CL Smooth is primarily known for East Coast hip-hop, jazz rap and golden age hip-hop. Rich, textured beats blend with laid-back rhythms and flowing verses, creating a groove that feels both inviting and sophisticated.

Where should I start if I like Pete Rock & CL Smooth?

If you enjoy Pete Rock & CL Smooth, start with KRS-One — their album "Survival Skills" is a great entry point. Shared genres: East Coast hip-hop, golden age hip-hop