August 29, 8:15 p.m.

Main Stage, Esplanade de la Place des Arts

MONTREAL LOVES DILLA 2025 – DJ set

For one evening, a collective of local DJs lights up the Esplanade at Place des Arts with a tribute to legendary hip-hop producer J Dilla, an iconic figure in the genre.

Montreal Loves Dilla is a DJ collective led by Artbeat Montreal, De La Rap, and Sunday Scratch Shop. Together, they organize events dedicated to celebrating the life and legacy of James Dewitt Yancey—also known as Jay Dee or J Dilla. A groundbreaking artist and producer from Detroit who passed away in 2006, Dilla left an indelible mark on hip-hop with his distinctive sound and lasting influence that continues to resonate throughout today’s music culture.

Photo: Victor Le | Image: Loop Session – Montreal Loves Dilla

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