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The Roots Honor J Dilla at Two-Day Concert
Wednesday, March 29, 2006
By: Kenny Rodriguez
 The Roots are planning a two-day benefit concert in honor of the late Jay Dee, and as the Philadelphia group transitions over to Def Jam Left, they are also set to share the stage with newly signed label mate, Nas.
In commemoration of producer J Dilla’s passing, the Philly-based live band is scheduled to perform at New York’s Radio City Music Hall in May. A portion of the proceeds will go to benefit Jay Dee’s family.
The Roots will perform alongside long-time collaborators Mos Def, Common and Talib Kweli – and it has been confirmed that Nas will make a one-night appearance. The two-day performance also serves as a precursor to The Roots’ forthcoming Def Jam Left album, Game Theory, due out in late summer.
The schedule is as follows:
May 18: Radio City Music Hall (New York)
Performances by The Roots, Nas, Common, Talib Kweli
May 19: Radio City Music Hall (New York)
Performances by The Roots, Mos Def, Erykah Badu, Angelique Kidjo
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J-dilla you are timeless. Not enough mention of your worth. Bet mtv probably don't even know you existed. You will get your recognition eventually unfortunately it will be like some of our other fallen soldiers when your gone they love you. Lets start appreciating our folks now. Fight for us !!