Dilla Donuts

On J Dilla’s birthday…

This is the piece of raw footage from MED’s ‘Push’ music video that the cover for the Stones Throw album Donuts was extracted from. First time posted in its entirety anywhere.

Most of the story here:

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Shot on Super 16mm by the homie Robert Morris, video produced by the homie Sage Seb and directed by me.

“J.Dilla: Still Shining”

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.

Stray Phrases Donuts Ad Sunday October 17, 2010 and NEW LIVE  2-3-11

Stray Phrases is a jazz trio consisting of Storm Siegel on drums, Dave Mainella on piano, and Evan Crane on bass. On Sunday October 17, 2010, they covered J Dilla’s classic instrumental album Donuts from beginning to end. Metal Lungies is proud to bring you a recording of the whole set

J Dilla’s Donuts as Performed by Stray Phrases DOWNLOAD

Stray Phrases – J Dilla Donuts Tribute (Live @ The Tea Lounge; Brooklyn, NY 2-3-11) DOWNLOAD


“J. Dilla : STILL SHINING” promo trailer

“J.Dilla : Still Shining” Video Production Coming Feb. 7th, 2011 to TheJDillaProject.com… Experience the legacy of this musical icon! *** To all of us who have grown to love, cherish, and be inspired by the musicianship of James “J.Dilla” Yancey… this is the production that we have been waiting for. Through unseen content and much more, we experience the many sides of J.Dilla with greater insight, understanding, and perspective. We Celebrate you.