J. Dilla and hip-hop are almost synonymous. A member of Slum Village and one of the most celebrated hip-hop producers of all time, Dilla revealed he was suffering from Lupus disease after he performed in Europe from a wheelchair back in 2007. The production master died three days after the release of his Stones Throw Records album, Donuts. Since his death, there has been a cult-like devotion to his massive influence in hip-hop and his presence in the beat-making community.
The tribute party going down at Beauty Bar tomorrow night will feature the sounds of DJs Zak Harper, Red-C and Neon Brown. There is a suggested donation of $5 at the door, and all proceeds will go to the Lupus Foundation of Colorado.
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