The Complex Simplicity Syndrome.: February 2009

Saturday, February 14, 2009

Brittany Bosco, For The World.

Look out for this girl. She's going to fly in 2009, I can feel it. Reminds me of a mixture of Jasmine Sullivan and Muhsinah. And, maybe you can throw in Janelle and Yahzarah, too. Thanks to 8th for the playlist.

Bosco

Saturday, February 07, 2009

In Honor (And Respect) Of Dilla Weekend...

I will just like to say, Happy Born Day, rest in peace to Mr. James Dewitt Yancey. I usually dont talk much about Dilla, but felt the need to today.

My most memorable Dilla experience was back in 2005. I was fortunate enough to see Jay Dee live in Los Angeles @ The Roxy Theater, actually, a few months before he went back into the hospital (again) one last time and passed away. I remember him looking very frail, skinny, and sick during his set because he had just left the hospital, for the millionth time, some weeks ago. And I can hear all the whispers as he spun on the tables..."Wow, Jay looks really bad"...or "I hope he's okay"...and "Whoa. Jay doesn't look like himself at all, I hardly recognized him", among other comments. But despite all the uncomfortable atmosphere at site of Jay's physical condition, he was still able to ROCK his set to much amazement. The silence turned to cheerful roars from the crowd, as he knocked out record after record.

That was one thing that I always admired about Dilla. He was certainly one to please his fans, even in his most unhealthy stages. Only because that is how big his heart was.

I was on the Stones Throw site this morning listening to a live show post from 2004. Check it out when you get a chance. Very good stuff. I'm sure they will be posting more memories in the next few days to come. They also have a few interviews with various artists giving their respects.

Before I go, I'll post two of my (many) favorite Dilla Tributes. I'm sure some of you have seen these circulating around before. What are your faves?