Rob Base & DJ E-Z Rock

Rob Base & DJ E-Z Rock
Rob Base (left) and DJ E-Z Rock in 2006
Background information
OriginManhattan, New York City, U.S.
GenresHip hop
Years active1985–2014
Labels
Past members
  • Rob Base
  • DJ E-Z Rock

Rob Base & DJ E-Z Rock were an American hip hop duo from Harlem, New York City. Rob Base is the stage name of Robert Ginyard (b. May 18, 1967) and DJ E-Z Rock was the stage name of Rodney "Skip" Bryce (1967–2014). They are best known for the 1988 single "It Takes Two", a "hip-hop staple" that was a top 40 hit and has been certified platinum by the RIAA. That song was a part of the duo's album of the same name, which also has been certified platinum. They are known for being pioneers of the crossover success that rap music would have in the popular music mainstream.