Out of the entire lexicon of what DJ Jazzy Jeff has produced and influenced musically there is a specific reason why I wanted to provide this clip along with birthday well wishes. The reason is simple: This song is history. There is absolutely no debating that point. 21 years and 11 months ago today DJ Jazzy Jeff and The Fresh Prince’s “Parents Just Don’t Understand” won the first Rap Grammy Award. (more…)

Sometimes I think casual music fans tend to forget how dope DJ Jazzy Jeff is as a true DJ. Well, as if there was any doubt, he has blessed us with his long awaited personal tribute to Michael as only he can do. The mix is 49 cuts and a little over an hour of pure bliss, which you can download for free here.

You can pick up your commemorative, caricature T-shirt from Undercrwn. Be sure to check him out on Twitter as well. For some background on his thoughts regarding this mix, check out some quotes after the break courtesy of MTV.
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