How Dilla created A bangin beat from folk music
The critically acclaimed collaboration between J Dilla and Madlib took place when Champion Sound was released in 2004, known as Jaylib. The duo created this album by corresponding with beats and vocals while each of them were in their respective hometowns, Dilla(Detroit) and Madlib( Los Angeles). The contrast lies in the two differing production styles, while Dilla’s beats have a more subtle effect, Madlib’s would have a more grating, rough abrasive character highlighting their difference in styles.
Idealy, Dilla’s use of Cris Williamson’s “Shine on Straight Arrow” is nothing short of stellar. The way the man was able to use a sample of a completely different music, but flip the sample into his own work illustrates why Dilla was always several steps ahead of his peers. Many artists sample, but few reinvent to create their own signature in this world.
Its unfortunate that Dilla was praised and appreciated more for his work posthumously, than during his time on this Earth. Although of course there are the fans who knew all along, but better late than never.
Listen at 43 seconds.
THE RED. BAM
