Jay Dee needs no introduction. Widely regarded as the most important man in hip-hop along with Pete Rock and DJ Premier, and Dr. Dre. Having laced tracks and remixed for the likes of Janet Jackson, Daft Punk, Tribe Called Quest, Brand New Heavies, Busta Rhymes, Common, Erykah Badu, Guru, The Pharcyde, The Roots, De La Soul, Royce Da '59... the list goes on and on. There is no questioning Jay Dee's talents and abilities. Many have tried but can't duplicate. The Shining marked the reunion of J Dilla & BBE, who had released Welcome 2 Detroit, J Dilla's debut album. The Shining serves as showcase of J Dilla's talents which features him not only as a producer, but also as a rapper, singer and musician. Featured guests on this album include Busta Rhymes, Common, Pharoahe Monch, D'Angelo, Madlib, Black Thought, Medaphor aka MED, and Guilty Simpson.