On this day in 2006, the hip-hop world suffered an irreplaceable loss as James Dewitt Yancey—better known as J Dilla—passed away at the age of 32. The visionary Detroit producer lost his battle with ...

On a special episode of Hard Knock Radio, I had the honor of sitting down with Maureen “Ma Dukes” Yancey, the mother of legendary producer James “J Dilla” Yancey, in celebration of J Dilla Day. With ...

This label’s 86-year run has been one of the most storied in jazz — and it’s still going. Hear tracks by Wayne Shorter, Sonny ...

Stankonia itself was also a grammy winner for best rap album and still stands up as one of the greatest of all time. From the ...

In lesser hands, the ping-ponging drum track and space-age synths of “Let’s” could have spiraled out of control, but one of J Dilla’s best beats gives the vocals ample room to move.

In honor of what would be James Dewitt Yancey’s 51st birthday, we’re taking a look back at some of the best (and most rare) ...

Dilla has had a big impact on my life, starting when I was about five years old. One of the first albums I remember hearing in the house was Beats, Rhymes and Life by A Tribe Called Quest. It was ...

James Dewitt Yancey left his mark on Detroit hip hop, known better by his stage name - J Dilla. His legacy lives on - not only in his music and family - but now on the street, literally.