J Dilla created Donuts, one of the most influential and respected albums in hip hop history, while he was fighting a fatal blood disease. The album was released in February 2006 just three days before his death and many consider it to be a masterpiece. The album is filled with songs that are heady and soulful; funky and futuristic.
My guest this week, Shannon Cason, chooses the track, "Workinonit" as his Perfect Song for Motivation. Shannon is a storyteller and the host of the podcast, Shannon Cason's Homemade Stories. Like J Dilla, Shannon was part of the Detroit 90's Hip Hop scene and he even had the opportunity to record once with J Dilla.
Like all great storytellers Shannon Cason uses words to draw you into his world. He shares his passion and his personal connection to this music - but also arms you with enough context and information so that you can appreciate it on your own terms.
Links
