Rest In Peace Heavy D

We're sad to inform you that the legendary Heavy D, one of the most influential hip hop artists of the 90's passed away earlier today at the age of 44. To remember and pay tribute here is my personal favorite track by Heavy D & The Boyz, Now That We Found Love, featuring Aaron Hall. The Big Daddy's track, Blue Funk, is also one of my all time favorites as it defines everything I love about 90's hip hop. Nobody can do it quite like Heavy D. Nuttin' But Love for The Overweight Lovers In The House.

Damn...too many fallen soldiers this year. Rest in peace Heavy D.

Rest In Paradise: Sylvia Robinson - Sweet Stuff [Video]

Another sad day in the music world today as we mourn the loss of the mother of Hip Hop, Sylvia Robinson. Sylvia played a large role originating the genre, working with Sugar Hill Records as one of the first female producers, followed by a successful solo career. She helped produce classics like the Sugar Hill Gang's Rappers Delight as well as Grandmaster Flash's The Message! Check out this rare performance of Ms. Robinson's hit track Sweet Stuff. Most of you wil recognize this track from the sample used in J Dilla's Crushin'.

Rest In Paradise

DJ Mehdi - Loukoums (J Dilla Tribute Mix) [DWNLD]

The range and variety of different artists, regardless of genre and time period, that the late great J Dilla was able to inspire is still unbelievable to me. In 2006 DJ Mehdi paid homage to Jay Dee through this mix entitled Loukoums which was captivated by Dilla's Donuts. The mix was a limited release amongst friends. Earlier today, in light of Mehdi's tragic passing, Busy P decided it was time to share it with the world.

" Based on the DONUTS album concept, these are demos, out-takes and unreleased gems from various records I worked on before and during the making of LUCKY BOY, my next album. Stuff comes from MEGALOPOLIS, 113 DEGRES and SHEITAN soundtrack mainly, but some is older too. Hope you enjoy these rough mixes and un-polished sounds, as I pay hommage to 'one of the greatest minds to ever make beats,' Mr James Yancey, better known as JAY DEE, also know as DILLA. " - Mehdi, 2006

DJ MEHDI "Loukoums" by edbangerrecords
(Click the little black arrow in the player above to download)

Rest In Paradise DJ Medhi & J Dilla

Nas & Amy Winehouse - Just Friends (Urban Noize Remix) [DWNLD]

This song is so beautiful. RIP Ms. Winehouse.

" Nas and his good friend and late soul songstress Amy Winehouse release the Urban Noize remix to the singer'sBack To Black single. "She was a genuine person. She was like real,” said Nas about Amy last month on BET's 106 & Park. “She was struggling with a lot of things in her life, but she was a real artist. She was like a little sister to me. We had the same birthday so she just had this big, big spirit for this little body. I wish she was here today. God bless her soul. " - Complex

Download: Nas & Amy Winehouse - Just Friends (Urban Noize Remix)

Rest In Paradise: DJ Mehdi - I Am Somebody ft. Chromeo [Music Video]

Today is a very sad day as the music world mourns the loss of another truly gifted musician, the 34 year old DJ Mehdi. As a tribute, RVS would like to commemorate his legacy with one our favorite Medhi tracks, I Am Somebody featuring Chromeo circa 2006.

People Never Get The Flowers While They Can Still Smell Em'

You were somebody. 

RIP DJ Mehdi Favéris-Essadi