Genetic and artistic brethren to New Orleans' No Limit family (he is the younger brother of
Master P and
C-Murder),
Silkk the Shocker (whose real name is Vyshonne Miller) was one of the label's best-selling artists. Working firmly in the musical style established by
Master P.,
Silkk adopted the themes of gangsta rap and Dirty South hip-hop as his own and in the process -- via numerous guest appearances and his own platinum-selling solo albums -- helped the No Limit label build an independent rap empire.
Best Of skims the cream from
Silkk's solo releases, offering a succinct 15-song overview of the artist. Best of all, the set is packed with cameos, with guest spots from
Master P.,
Mystikal,
C-Murder, and
Fiend, so the album also serves as a fine introduction to New Orleans rap.