J Dilla Albums -

This is the period where J Dilla transcended "producer" and became "composer." Battling the rare blood disease TTP (Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura) and lupus, he retreated to the hospital, refusing to stop working.

Because Dilla produced over an estimated 3,000 beats, his estate has released dozens of posthumous compilations. Some are essential; others are fan-only affairs. j dilla albums

Lost Tapes (Vol 1 & 2) are exactly what they sound like: raw, unmixed, 45-second loops of pure genius. These are for beatmakers who want to study his drum selection and sample flipping without the distraction of vocals. This is the period where J Dilla transcended