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Review: 'The Legacy of J Dilla' touches on producer's life, career

As a primer on the life and career of James "J Dilla" Yancey, "The New York Times Presents: The Legacy of J Dilla" is a sufficient introduction to the world of the innovative Detroit hip-hop producer, who died in 2006 at age 32. The documentary premieres at 10 p.m. ET…

Tribune News Service · Apr 7, 2023

J Dilla documentary in works from Oscar-winning 'Summer of Soul' team

DETROIT — The Oscar-winning team behind the hit documentary "Summer of Soul" has turned its eyes to a new documentary subject ripe for the telling: the life and musical legacy of late Detroit hip-hop producer J Dilla.

Tribune News Service · Sep 22, 2022