Smell The DA.I.S.Y. (Da Inner Soul Of Yancey)

COLOUR: White Marbled  EXTRAS: Unofficial Pressing

J Dilla's collaboration with De La Soul marked their evolution beyond Prince Paul's playful production style that characterized their initial trilogy. This mixtape combines previously unreleased Dilla instrumentals with reimagined De La Soul verses, offering a speculative glimpse into their creative alliance. "Smell the D.A.I.S.Y." (cleverly acronymized as "DA Inner Soul of Yancey") presents an alternative narrative of their artistic connection. At a concise 29 minutes, the project serves as both an engaging interlude and strategic release preceding De La's anticipated 2014 output, including a Pete Rock/DJ Premier EP and their first album in a decade. Beyond its musical merits, the mixtape stands as a lasting homage to Dilla's profound influence and friendship.