James "J Dilla/Jay Dee" Yancey leaves behind an impression on Hip Hop that will last the test of time. A bridge between Hip Hop's underground and mainstream, Dilla's contributions range from single handedly defining Detroit Hip Hop as a founding member of Slum Village to providing his production talents to Common, D'Angelo, Busta Rhymes, Erykah Badu, A Tribe Called Quest, The Pharcyde, The Roots, Janet Jackson and Macy Gray. The Shining marks the reunion of Dilla & BBE, who had released Welcome 2 Detroit, Dilla's debut album. The Shining was near completion when Dilla passed on February 10, 2006. In pursuance of his mother's plan that his musical legacy continue, The Shining will be released August 22, 2006.