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James Yancey with his head tilted down with a smile as the main cover. He is wearing a black and white striped shirt and a black hat. Top of the text on the image says “J Dilla” in bold white text, “Jay Dee” in regular white text, then “Donuts” in bold white text.

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Music

February is for J Dilla

By Evelyn Lopez Rap/Hip-hop Journalist As February comes to an end, it is important to recognize that this month holds a special place for James Dewitt Yancey, a.k.a. “Jay Dee” or “J Dilla.” Ranking highly in my list of favorite Aquarians of all time, Dilla was born on Feb. 7, 1974, and died on Feb. 10, 2006. God sent, Dilla was a product of talented musicians. His mother […]

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Faces of hip-hop trio De La Soul, from top left clockwise direction are Maseo, Trugoy and Posnudous in Black and White in front of a yellow background with blue and orange 60s style flowers. The text “3 Feet High And Rising, De La Soul” centers their faces in a circle.

Hip-Hop/Rap

Save the date! Hip-Hop legends, De La Soul, is coming to streaming

By Evelyn Lopez Rap Journalist Notorious hip-hop legends, De La Soul, have announced the date for their long-awaited comeback to streaming services. After almost 20 years, the group’s full catalog, including the albums 3 Feet High and Rising, De La Soul is Dead, Stakes are High and more, will be reissued and released on vinyl on March 3rd, 2023. The group kicked off their return by putting “The Magic Number” […]

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