J Dilla

J Dilla’s The Shining (BBE BBELP076) remains one of hip-hop’s most luminous posthumous statements. Completed by Karriem Riggins after Dilla’s passing, it balances rugged beats with moments of pure soul transcendence. Guest spots from Busta Rhymes, Common and D’Angelo shimmer within a dense, analog mix. On vinyl, its warmth and swing feel even more intimate—the drums breathe, the bass hums, and Dilla’s genius glows through every groove. Essential for any beat-centric collection.