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Questlove on J Dilla's Sampling Technique
Questlove on J Dilla's sampling technique
We wrap up our weeklong J Dilla tribute with Questlove's beautiful words on Jay Dee's sampling technique.
Posted by Red Bull Music Academy on Friday, 12 February 2016
Drummer, producer, DJ and mastermind behind The Roots, Questlove, dropped by the Red Bull Music Academy recently to talk about J Dilla.
Marking ten years since Dilla’s untimely passing from from a rare blood disorder, the Red Bull Music Academy hosted a series of events celebrating the producer’s short but ultimately impressive career, topping things off with a keynote speech from Questlove. Check the video above to see he thoughts on Dilla’s unique approach to sampling.