Busta Rhymes Announces J Dilla Project
Busta Rhymes revealed the upcoming release of "Dillagence 2," featuring previously unheard production from the late J Dilla. The project will showcase unreleased Dilla beats and continue the legacy of both artists, generating major anticipation among hip-hop fans given Dilla's profound influence on the genre.
- The original "Dillagence" was a free mixtape released in 2007, a year after J Dilla's death, as a tribute to the influential producer. It featured Busta Rhymes and other artists like Q-Tip, Raekwon, and Talib Kweli rapping over Dilla's beats. - Busta Rhymes has stated in interviews that J Dilla left him over 300 unreleased beats before his passing. He has been very selective about how these beats are used, having previously only shared a few with Raekwon for his "Only Built 4 Cuban Linx... Pt. II" album. - A private listening session for "Dillagence 2" was held in New York City, where attendees heard snippets of the new project. - A collaboration with Lil Wayne has been teased for the upcoming project, which would mark the first time the rapper has officially appeared on a J Dilla production. - J Dilla's mother, Maureen "Ma Dukes" Yancey, has been instrumental in preserving her son's legacy through the release of posthumous projects, ensuring his music continues to reach new audiences. - Posthumous J Dilla albums have seen varied approaches, from the nearly-completed "The Shining" to "Jay Stay Paid," which was curated by Pete Rock and structured like a radio show. - J Dilla, who passed away in 2006 from a rare blood disease, is celebrated for his unique production style, often characterized by "off-beat" or "drunken" drum patterns that have influenced a generation of producers. - The announcement of "Dillagence 2" continues a trend of posthumous releases from the prolific producer, whose vast vault of unreleased material has been a topic of discussion among fans for years.
