Paying homage to the great J-Dilla, a tribute and benefit show has been scheduled to be held on Friday February 17th at Mezzanine (SF). All the profits will go to J-Dilla's mom who has become financilly overwhelmed by his medical bills, as well as the expenses associated with becoming the sole guardian of his two daughters he left behind. Feb. 17 fresco & Massive Selector present A Tribute & Fundraiser to the genius of J-Dilla aka Jay Dee RIP 1974 - 2006 MADLIB'S SOUND DIRECTIONS...

On Monday February 27, 2006, Chico will be a Special Guest at The New School University's Jazz & Contemporary Music Program "Beacons Gala", where he will be presenting his old friend Roy Haynes with a "Beacons in Jazz" Award. The Beacons recognize living jazz musicians whose extraordinary talent has significantly contributed to the evolution of jazz, and the "Beacons Gala" raises scholarship money for students in the New School Jazz Program. MC'ing the evening will be CBS 2 News Anchor...

Dear friends of ours, today marks the official start of nublu records. Known for the cozy music lounge/bar in the east village, nublu managed to become synonymous with groundbreaking music within 3 years, with rave reviews in the New York Times, The Village Voice, The New Yorker, Time Out and Vogue. Expanding upon the nublu name, Illhan Ersahin (founder) created nublu records. Celebrating its birth today, is the release of their first four 12" vinyls at stores around the world and...

Andrew Love Levy & N'Dea Davenport from the Brand New Heavies have just been announced as special guests to the Recall Lab #1, a series of events kicking off with DJ Cam this Wed, 2/15 at Hiro Ballroom. Currently in New York to record their upcoming studio album, Andrew & N'Dea will be joining DJ Cam on stage for a very special DJ mash-up session. Afrokinectic's Chris Annibell, MaltShop's G.O.V., and Girls & Boys' Alex English will round up the eclectic night. Tickets now on sale at...

PRESS RELEASE Friday Feb 10th 2006 J Dilla, aka James Yancey, one of the greatest Hip Hop producers of all time passed away early this morning in Los Angeles, California. J Dilla will beremembered for his contributions for Slum Village, A Tribe Called Quest,Q-Tip, Common, Busta Rhymes and beyond. The entire staff and associates of BBE Records would like to offer their sincere condolences to the family of James Yancey for their recent bereavement. Peter Adarkwah, the founder of...

Scanning over 90,000 units in her first week, Heather Headley's latest release 'In My Mind' is firmly placed at #5 on Billboard’s Top 200 and she is currently the #2 Urban record. With intimate showcases leading up to her album as well as upcoming TV appearances, Heather Headley is surely in my mind and the public's mind.

Despite having to put on hold due to temporary hearing loss, a tour in support of the stateside release of 'Destroy Rock & Roll,' Mylo is set to perform a DJ set at this year's Coachella.

As you can probably tell, our website recently received a makeover. We have added some great new features that we think you will love. News In an attempt to bring you the latest and greatest news as well as to give you that perfect dinner party conversation, we have created an active news section. Check this section for late breaking news on things that we think you need to know. Features Over the next coming months, in our new "Features" section, you will...

Premiering on February 13th on VH1, will be the video for Goapele's latest single "First Love." Filmed last May, "First Love" will feature live footage from Goapele's show at the GreatAmericanMusic Hall in San Francisco as well as animations crafted by Suspek Studio in NY.

A sneak peak of what is to come, Dudley Perkins is live in studio on next week's Gilles Peterson worldwide show. So be sure to check it out.