Phife dawg of the prolific Tribe Called Quest has released an open letter to his long time friend and producer, the legendary J Dilla (James Dewitt Yancey), who passed away on 2006 from complications from a rare blood disorder. With a soundscape created by DJ Rasta Root, Phife talks to Dilla about the current state of music and how much he and his work are missed.

The Space In Between by Aaronantidote on Mixcloud
If you live in a major city, chances are you constantly have something in your ears, whether it be earbuds blaring the soundtrack to your day; the noises of people on the street, cars, construction; music softly playing in the grocery store. There is a never-ending list of sounds heard throughout one’s day.
After winning a Grammy this year for best R&B Album, Black Radio, Robert Glasper became a name synonymous with the New York jazz scene. The renowned pianist broke on to the mainstream in February 2012 with his experimental album project Black Radio that had quite an semblance of talent. The roster included Lupe Fiasco, Common and Queen Neo Soul artist Erykah Badu.
Having recently signed to the UK duo Disclosure’s label Method Records, London electronic producer William Phillips, better known as Tourist, releases his new single “Together” that has been on repeat for me all weekend long. The track represents a new approach for Tourist, as it is meant for the dance floor.
Ryan Hemsworth, a 22-year-old Halifax native, has had one hell of a year so far. After gaining recognition over the past three years with numerous EPs and remixes he has started to enter a new level of acclaim and recognition. His productions are exactly what has become popular over the past few years in multiple scenes: from indie rock to UK electronica to strip club anthems in Atlanta.
Have a listen to Antidote’s first mixcloud playlist below and enjoy some of editor Aaron’s favourite tracks right now, ranging from up and coming artists to the legendary Prince. Prescribed Playlists will be a continued series showcasing what Antidote believes is the cure to the mainstream and radio blasé so often heard today, the tracks we love and think you need.
