Roc Marciano and Knowledge the Pirate are pioneering voices in contemporary hip-hop, known for reviving the gritty, minimalist sound that defined New York’s golden era. Roc Marciano, hailing from Long Island, gained recognition as a member of Flipmode Squad and UN before shaping a signature style rooted in lush, sample-driven production and intricate street poetry. Frequent collaborator Knowledge the Pirate complements Roc’s vision with raw lyricism and classic East Coast grit. Together, they craft immersive, cinematic rap tapestries that have influenced a new generation of underground artists and solidified their status as icons of modern boom-bap.