Ma Dukes + Jeff Artist via Okayplayer
“In anticipation of the new J Dilla record, Jay Stay Paid, out June 2nd on Nature Sounds, Okayplayer got the chance to chop it up with none other than Mrs. Yancey, aka “Ma Dukes.” Despite her recent diagnosis with Lupus, a disease that contributed to her son’s untimely departure, and ongoing estate woes (which OKP was legally advised not to broach), Ma Dukes maintains a light so very bright and sprawling as the Aurora Borealis. She’s a rare paragon of positivity, an example of motherhood done right and proof that it isn’t necessarily who or what you lose, but what you do after. The average human could have easily buckled under her circumstances, but not Ma Dukes. To her, it’s all about the love; it’s all about the music and the message. In essence, Maureen Yancey is the Dalai Lama of rap moms. And this is what makes her proud.”
Via Okayplayer – click to read the full interview
DILLA + PETE ROCK ALBUM?! Need I say any more?! That shit is like playing a game of horse with Michael Jordan and Wilt Chamberlain.
Stones Throw has always inspired me because they have made an incredible effort to really embrace and support Dilla’s family since his passing in 2006 (doesn’t it seem like it was just yesterday…?). Much love to the homie Jeff Artist for the interview.
Is it June yet? Be sure to check out Suite for Ma Dukes in the meantime.
