Tag : J Dilla

J Dilla- Lightworks

Design/Animation – James McMillan
Song – J Dilla’s “Lightworks” (and a Percee P snippet, too.)

I’m fascinated by motion graphics right now…. so this joint really inspires me. This is from James McMillan submission for the Stones Throw Music Video contest. Lightworks by J Dilla… you just can’t go wrong with that!!! A little more info below:

I illustrated and animated this over the past two months—it’s still a bit rough around the edges (both intentionally and not), but enjoy.

And I can’t thank Stones Throw Records enough for this opportunity. Not only do they release consistently excellent music, but without the motivation of this contest, I’d probably still be sitting on my lazy ass instead of having made this.

- James McMillan

1 year, 10 months ago 2

J Dilla- Still Shining

This is the most in depth and engaging work I’ve seen about J Dilla. Director B Kyle provides a ton of never seen before footage, interviews, and live performances. I’ve watched this 2-3 times already and I’m still learning new things about Dilla…. Raise It Up!!!!!

Summary

Created in 2006, this remembrance piece is created as a tribute to the memory and legacy of James “J.Dilla” Yancey. This is a piece designed for his fans and supporters who knew of his accomplishments before February 2006 and those that have grown to appreciate his genius. Here, we gain a greater insight and understanding about our musical icon.

J.Dilla is Still Shining.

(2:55) – Work Ethic Starts In The Basement
(7:35) – What To Listen For in A Dilla Beat
(9:10) – J.Dilla’s Range As A Producer. The King of Reinvention
(12:16) – Going Beyond His Influences
(14:39) – The Dilla Approach To Production
(20:21) – Jay The Producer vs Jay The MC
(26:08) – The Personal Side of J.Dilla
(29:04) – A Soldier Unstoppable!
(32:05) – Venturing Out. (as explained by Phat Kat)
(33:59) – Heading Home… Job Well Done.
(34:48) – We Salute You.

2 years, 3 months ago 0

J Dilla Documentary (Stussy)

I’m a serious nerd when it comes to documentaries about musicians, and this one on J Dilla just made my day. This is part 1 of a 3 part series produced by the folks @ Stussy more info below:

On Saturday Febuary 13th, 2010 to celebrate the life of brilliant hip hop producer and rapper James “J Dilla” Yancey, Stussy is releasing a limited edition tee shirt produced in conjunction with Stones Throw and the Dilla Estate. For the release, Stussy is holding “Dilla Day” events at some of our North American stores.

www.stussy.com for more details.

3 years, 3 months ago 0

Common remembers J Dilla

I feel that February 7th should be a Hip Hop holiday. We should celebrate J Dilla and Big Pun every year somebody should get on this…. Here Common shares some of his memories of J Dilla.. RIP

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