A Vibe Called B - J Dilla & Beyond (Live DJ Set)
February 28, 2024 – To close out Dilla Month, UK-based DJ A Vibe Called B is set to release "J Dilla & Beyond," a 45-minute DJ mix that celebrates J Dilla’s legacy while exploring the evolution of his influence.
The set originally debuted on February 7th – J Dilla’s birthday – at Just Vibez, one of London’s most respected hip-hop platforms. That night, A Vibe Called B performed alongside UK DJ heavyweights Mr Thing & Shortee Blitz, with industry figures like Doc Brown and Denzel Himself in the crowd, making it a truly special tribute to one of hip-hop’s greatest producers.
Unlike a traditional Dilla tribute, "J Dilla & Beyond" blends his classics, deep cuts, and signature samples with Dilla-esque beats, futuristic edits, and unexpected mashups, creating a fresh, forward-thinking take on his impact.
"Dilla’s music isn’t just about nostalgia—it’s about progression. His swing, his soul, his ear for blending sounds... that’s what makes him timeless. With this set, I wanted to respect his legacy while also showcasing how his influence continues to evolve in today’s music," says A Vibe Called B.
Set to drop Friday, February 28th, the mix will be available on YouTube, SoundCloud and Mixcloud, closing out Dilla Month with a final tribute that bridges past and future.
"Ahead of the release, a teaser clip from the set has already been gaining traction on Instagram, with DJs and hip-hop heads engaging in the conversation around Dilla’s legacy. Notably, Dwele, Black Milk, Fat Ron and the popular hip-hop page @istillloveher have all commented on the post, adding to the excitement around the set.
A Vibe Called B is a Birmingham-born, London-based DJ known for her seamless fusion of soul, hip-hop, and electronic textures, paying homage to her Caribbean heritage, Hip-Hop Soul roots, and Future Beats sound. A Pirate Studios resident DJ and host of Enter the Vibe Radio on G-SHOCK Radio, she’s a rising force in the UK and European music scenes.
Her high-energy, genre-blurring sets have landed her gigs with Spotify, Red Bull, New Balance, BOXPARK, Soho House, and major festivals like Cross the Tracks, Boomtown, and Vibe Room. She’s been tapped by Reprezent Radio, BBC WM, No Signal, Girls Love Soul, and So Future LDN, and was named TRENCH Magazine’s "Best Mix of the Week."
A Vibe Called B is often the go-to DJ for Dilla-inspired sets, with her remixes and edits featured on Soulection Radio. She’s played Vibe Room twice, been featured in campaigns for M-Audio, and continues to push boundaries as a selector, curator, and tastemaker shaping the future of soulful electronic music.