Rob Swift - Airwave Invasion

All Music Guide

The mix-tape world always expects a little bit more from anyone in the X-Ecutioners camp, mainly because they haven't disappointed in the past. Rob Swift makes normal DJs embarrassed to hear themselves, but is an inspiration by his own example. He's the kind of DJ that can make an entirely new beat with two records, and is a true force behind where turntablism is and will be beyond 2001. Swift takes more of a funk and soul ride with this record, plus his usual breakbeats and skits. There's also some key appearances on the Future Flava radio show hosted by legendary producers Pete Rock and Marley Marl. Those that are looking for the latest, hottest hip-hop records cut and diced will have to look elsewhere, but with the number of those mixes floating around, that kind of thing won't be hard to find. What's found here is a fresh little break from the norm by a DJ whose name is synonymous with turntable skill.

- Brad Mills, All Music Guide