Jay Dee Aka J Dilla Welcome 2 Detroit - The 20th Anniversary Edition

BBE Music announces a special 20th Anniversary edition of one of the most important records in the label's history: J Dilla's Welcome 2 Detroit, presented in a deluxe 7" vinyl box set boasting instrumentals, two brand new interpretations by Azymuth and Muro, a stash of previously unreleased alternative mixes and studio outtakes pressed over 12 discs, plus a book revealing the album's hidden story, told by those who were there. First issued by BBE Music on Monday 26th of February 2001, Welcome 2 Detroit was James Dewitt Yancey aka Jay Dee's first solo outing and the debut appearance of his new 'J Dilla' moniker (bestowed on him by none other than Busta Rhymes). The album also inaugurated the producer-led Beat Generation album series, which would later spawn classic LPs by DJ Jazzy Jeff, Pete Rock, DJ Spinna, Marley Marl and even will. i. am, all of whom had been inspired to reach for new creative heights by hearing Dilla's magnum opus. Choosing to showcase his own voice and the voices o