In his first ever UK interview, PinBoard sat down with the next roughest diamond in the Yancey crown…Illa J.
He tells us about his debut album Yancey Boys, artistry, reminisces on Slum Village as a child and speaks sincerely on his brother J Dilla, coming out of his shadow & aiming to prove he is an artist in his own right while still honoring family.
Featuring live footage of classic joints from Yancey Boys, Dilla & SV tracks from his debut London gig at Bar Rumba on July 23rd.
Props to PinBoard for putting this together so well. They did an amazing job! Check out their other exclusive interviews at: pinboardblog.com
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
Delicious Donuts Preview feat. Frank Nitt, Illa J, & J-Heart @ Root Down LA 7/30/09
Thanks to everyone that came out & supported! Much love ya'll!
This is just a preview of what's to come on the Delicious Donuts Tour.
Get ready!!!
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Thursday, June 11, 2009
History in the making! Illa J in the space lab w/ DJ Quik, Terrace Martin, & Frank Nitt
DJ Quik & Terrace Martin visit Illa J & Frank Nitt @ Yancey Boy Studios
Check out DJ Quik paying his respects to Dilla...
Check out DJ Quik paying his respects to Dilla...
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Monday, May 11, 2009
Thursday, May 7, 2009
Get your third eye open
Smoking, Meditating to this is actually uplifting
These sounds trip me out. I understand the grind is hard and we all need to come back to a place of solitude. Everyday take time out for you and become centered so that you can be functional. Keep grinding and shining. Burn out is a killer. Peace. Enjoy, T
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Who got Chicken?
Oprah bought KFC for the whole country. Act fast cause it's only good for the next 24 hours. Thanks Oprah!
http://www.oprah.com/article/oprahshow/20090430-tows-kfc-coupon-download
http://www.oprah.com/article/oprahshow/20090430-tows-kfc-coupon-download
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Terminator Salvation - Official Trailer
There is a lot of dope movies coming out this summer. One flick in particular, The Terminator. I am really into action movies. Probably one of my favorite movie series. Comes out May 22. Check out the trailer.
Peace out - Illa J
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=puAxrOTqtr4
Another movie coming out May 22 is Dance Flick. I know that movie is going to be funny as hell so I'm definitely going to check that out. Shout out to my boy Affion!
Peace out - Illa J
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=puAxrOTqtr4
Another movie coming out May 22 is Dance Flick. I know that movie is going to be funny as hell so I'm definitely going to check that out. Shout out to my boy Affion!
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Thursday, April 16, 2009
ILLA J NBA Blog on HipHopGame.com
What up peoples,
Illa J will be blogging about the NBA playoffs twice a week on HipHopGame.com. 1st entry will be up last week of April. Stay linked and get the latest insights. Check it out: http://www.HipHopGame.com (search Illa J blog).
Illa J will be blogging about the NBA playoffs twice a week on HipHopGame.com. 1st entry will be up last week of April. Stay linked and get the latest insights. Check it out: http://www.HipHopGame.com (search Illa J blog).
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Russell Simmons presents "Brave New Voices"
Young poets from across America take the spotlight in the exclusive seven-part HBO series RUSSELL SIMMONS PRESENTS BRAVE NEW VOICES. Narrated by Queen Latifah, the show follows six promising teams from New York, San Francisco, Ft. Lauderdale, Ann Arbor, Hawaii and Philadelphia as they prepare for a chance to compete at the 2009 Brave New Voices National Youth Poetry Slam Championship in Washington, D.C. Goes to show the POWER in our voices. This will be an incredible show. Peace - Tiana
To watch the trailer and meet some of the poets featured in the show click here: http://www.hbo.com/bravenewvoices/index.html
Brave New Voices on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Brave-New-Voices-on-HBO/52859334233
Don’t miss the premiere of HBO’s new late night series when Brave New Voices premieres Sunday, April 5th at 11pm ET/PT
To watch the trailer and meet some of the poets featured in the show click here: http://www.hbo.com/bravenewvoices/index.html
Brave New Voices on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Brave-New-Voices-on-HBO/52859334233
Don’t miss the premiere of HBO’s new late night series when Brave New Voices premieres Sunday, April 5th at 11pm ET/PT
2009 Rock The Bells Line Up
ROCK THE BELLS 2009 is almost here!!! This year's line up is crazy (as always)! Check times & locations for this year's tour dates. Guerilla Union/Myspace: Rock The Bells 2009 Lineup Freestyle
Thursday, April 9, 2009
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Illa J's "Sounds Like Love" video coming soon
Here are some pictures taken for the "Sounds Like Love" 12 inch. Top 2 photos taken by Dina Juntila. Video coming very soon.
Also, the premiere of the "Love" Video by Frank Nitt & DJ Quik produced by Terrace Martin will be coming soon. Stay Tuned.
Also, the premiere of the "Love" Video by Frank Nitt & DJ Quik produced by Terrace Martin will be coming soon. Stay Tuned.
Friday, April 3, 2009
Two funny movies coming soon to a theater near you...
Wayans Bros. are literally family over here and I'm excited to see their new movie set to be released May 22, 2009. I want to congratulate Damien Wayans on his making this his first directorial debut. This flick is written by Keenen, Marlon, Shawn, Damien and Craig Wayans. Congrats to lil Damon as lead. The film is a spoof of popular musical and dance films that include Save the Last Dance, Hairspray, Step Up, How She Move, You Got Served, Flashdance and High School Musical. Shout outs to Erik Willis and Dwayne Wayans on the music scores and Shane Miller in production. The cast has so many hilarious actors and actresses. A few to mention is David Allen Grier, Marlon Wayans that plays Mr. Moody (oh Lord just wait till you see his character), Howard Alonzo, Affion Crockett who plays A Con and Craig Wayans who plays Truck. The whole damn family is up in this flick. This is definitely a Wayan's affair. Keep a look out for it! Peace - Tiana
Another funny movie to look out for is Frankenhood coming May 5th. Starring DeRay Davis, Charlie Murphy, Bob Sapp and many more. Special shout out to my boy Eugene Long co-starring. Trailer coming soon.
Another funny movie to look out for is Frankenhood coming May 5th. Starring DeRay Davis, Charlie Murphy, Bob Sapp and many more. Special shout out to my boy Eugene Long co-starring. Trailer coming soon.
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Illa J Blog 4-1-09
Shout out to Nick at Diamond Supply Skateboard shop off Fairfax Blvd, Los Angeles. Cool cat, check out his myspace page at www.myspace.com/nickavelli
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