KRS-ONE is arguably one of the greatest MC’s of all time.

Referred to by many as “THE TEACHA” KRS-ONE is an American Grammy-Nominated rapper and a significant figure in the hip hop community, who epitomizes the “essence” of an MC.

KRS-ONE is actively involved in his “Stop the Violence” Movement and has remained a constant in the Hip Hop landscape releasing several albums over the past two years.

Buckshot's legacy in Hip Hop is much the same. Aside from being the lead MC from Black Moon and the mighty Boot Camp Clik, as well as a successful solo artist with his past collaborations with 9th Wonder, Buckshot is also co-owner of the Independent Powerhouse, Duck Down Records.

SURVIVAL SKILLS features Mary J Blige, Talib Kweli, Sean Price, K'NAAN, Naledge of Kidz In The Hall, Smif N Wessun, Rock of Heltah Skeltah, Immortal Technique & Geo, of Blue Scholars.

Production on the album includes tracks from: Havoc, of Mobb Deep, Black Milk, Marco Polo, Moss, Coptic, KHRYSIS and Ill Mind.