In his honor — along with February 7 now being recognized as “Dilla Day” in the producer’s home city, Detroit — we reached ...

Earlier this week, it was reported that the famed music executive had passed away at the age of 54.

Among the new releases this week is Larry June, The Alchemist and 2 Chainz’s new collab album, Life Is Beautiful, as well.

In honor of what would be James Dewitt Yancey’s 51st birthday, we’re taking a look back at some of the best (and most rare) ...