J Dilla (1974-2006)

Amp Fiddler, Versatile Keyboardist, Singer and Mentor, Dies at 65

A mainstay of Detroit’s soul, funk and electronic music scenes, he also offered guidance to young hip-hop and electronic music aspirants, notably J Dilla.

By Mike Rubin

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After Viral Beef, Robert Glasper Returns to the Blue Note

Mounting his fifth annual residency at the Blue Note (after a viral beef at the Grammys), the pianist, producer and composer is hungry for a challenge.

By Reggie Ugwu