It was the first new solo release from Kool G Rap in six years, and its producers included DJ Premier, Marley Marl, Domingo, and Marks.

Record producers who participated at the album's recording sessions with West included Q-Tip, RZA, DJ Premier, Madlib, and Pete Rock.

His early influences included Pete Rock, Dr. Dre, DJ Premier, and Marley Marl.

Producers on the album include Rick Rock, Bink, Rockwilder, Erick Sermon, DJ Premier, and Dr. Dre (who was also the executive producer).

Other producers included DJ Premier, Erick Sermon, The 45 King, and Kid Capri.

Producers on the album included DJ Premier, Kwamé, Linda Perry, and Mark Ronson.

Production credits will include Battlecat, DJ Premier, Scott Storch, The RZA, Damizza, Pete Rock, and others.

Producers include DJ Premier, Jake One, Scram Jones, Tha Bizness and J-Zone.

Producers include DJ Premier, 9th Wonder, Large Professor, Diamond D, and Pete Rock.

Some of Max's musical influences include the Beastie Boys, DJ Premier, Beck, and King Tubby.