Inspired by a story in the L.A. Weekly, detailing Maureen Yancey’s (a.k.a Ma Dukes) dedication to her ailing son, producer and hip hop luminary J Dilla who passed away from a rare blood disease in 2006, Orlando’s Solillaquists of Sound have announced the release of “Death of The Muse.” The track, which features J Live, Chali 2na and Ma Dukes, will be available to fans through online merchant Insound for a minimum donation of $2.
All proceeds will benefit Maureen Yancey, who in addition to losing her house in order to take care of her son, is now faced with severe medical debt, as well as her own ailing health.
Solilliquist member DiViNCi commented that the song, and upcoming album No More Heros (Anti-), deals with themes of heros and heroism, and honoring the heroes in your life. “At the same time,” he says, “‘Death of the Muse’ is also a tribute to Dilla’s legacy – a call to listeners to appreciate what you’ve got while it’s there, because it can be fleeting. The dignity and perseverance that Ma Dukes has exuded during these difficult times is truly its own heroic feat, and it’s only right to pay homage and lend a hand to her in her time of need.”
To Purchase “Death of The Muse”: www.insound.com/madukesdonation
Solillaquists of Sound: www.solilla.com
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