The ever-lively rapper discusses showmanship, rap’s generational connections and sorting through an archive of J Dilla beats for his new album.
How Busta Rhymes Turned 300 Unreleased J Dilla Beats Into His New Album
The ever-lively rapper discusses showmanship, rap’s generational connections and sorting through an archive of J Dilla beats for his new album.
By Jon Caramanica, Joe Coscarelli and Alexander J. Rotondo
Friday, August 21, 2026·1 min read
Last updated Aug 24, 2026 · 01:10 PM UTC
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