As one of the music industry’s most influential producers, J Dilla inspired many artists, including Common, Q-Tip, Talib Kweli and Madlib, all of whom he had previously collaborated with in some fashion. These artists were tapped to keep J Dilla’s legacy alive because of their friendship and respect for this fallen talent. Now exclusively on the NBA 2K8 soundtrack, three J Dilla tracks will feature the lyrics of Common, Q-Tip, Talib Kweli, and Madlib.

“J. Dilla was one of the industry's greatest talents,” said Q-Tip. “This recording is reflective of his legacy and of the wonderful body of work that he left behind.”

The in-game soundtrack to NBA 2K8 introduces today’s gamers to classic tracks from The Highlighters Band, Ernie and The Topnotes, Billy Ball & The Upsetters, and The Fabulous Jades. Rounding out the soundtrack are offerings from Quasimoto, Percee P, Run-DMC, Devo, Cut Chemist, Fishbone, Stone Roses and many more.

“For the NBA 2K8 soundtrack, we wanted to produce something diverse that bridges modern hip-hop with its rich heritage in funk and groove,” said Tim Rosa, 2K Sports Director of Brand and Lifestyle Marketing. “In addition to showcasing some of J Dilla’s finest and unreleased cuts with marquee artists like Common, Talib Kweli and Q-Tip, we’ve included a diverse group of artists whose music really captures the spirit of the game.”

Track listing:

• J Dilla feat. Madlib “The Official (2K8 Mix)”
• J Dilla feat. Q-Tip & Talib Kweli “Lightworks”
• J Dilla feat. Common “E=MC2”
• Run-DMC “Sucka MC's”
• Stone Roses “Fool's Gold”
• Breakestra “Getcho Soul Together Pt. 2”
• Fishbone “Skankin to the Beat”
• Tommy Guerrero “Molotov Telegram”
• Percee P “Throwback Rap Attack”
• Quasimoto “Chrome Dreams”
• Devo “Through Being Cool”
• Quantic “When You're Through”
• J. Rocc “Cold Heat Megamix”
• Cut Chemist “Bunky's Pick”
• Billy Ball & The Upsetters “Tighten Up Tighter”
• The Highlighters Band “Funky 16 Corners”
• A Guy Called Gerald “Hurry to Go Easy”
• Sonic Trip “Energy Play”
• Baron Zen “Turn Around (Peanut Butter Wolf Instrumental Mix)”
• Finley Quaye “Ultra Stimulation”
• G-Love & Special Sauce “Shooting Hoops”
• Ernie & The Topnotes “Dap Walk”
• The Fabulous Jades “Cold Heat”