Honestly, I really can’t stand nine-out-of-ten tribute albums. Most of them feel less like a genuine tribute and much more like a chance to cash in on the loss of a talented artist. But for those of you unfamiliar with the production work of Jay Dee -- who passed away in 2006 -- Dillanthology, Volume 1 might be a neat collection to check out.
The album will feature some of J Dilla’s finer production with musicians such as Common, Erykah Badu, and De La Soul to name a few. It will be the first of several marketed as “a tribute to his memory and spirit.” Meanwhile, future volumes will include Dilla’s remix work and production on his own musical efforts.
Dillanthology, Volume 1 will hit shelves March 31, thanks to Rapster. However, for a more fitting tribute to the late master, please check out Madlib's Beat Konducta Vol. 5-6.
