Christina Aguilera - At Last (Live @ Etta James Funeral)

Yesterday saw the funeral of Soul legend Etta James, who sadly passed away last week - The Roots and the legendary Stevie Wonder both paid tribute in their own unique way, but it was Christina Aguilera's rendition of the iconic 'At Last' that was the stand out performance. An amazing lady, and a top vocal from Miss Aguilera (she should cover up a bit more next time though).

Slum Village - Fall In Love (Vondeuhlux Remix)

Dilla month is just around the corner, so as you would expect, the remixes/tributes have already started to flood in. Dutch-based producer Vondeuhlux kicks off proceedings with this funky rework of a Slum Village classic. My man.

Amin PaYne - A Legend x Midnight Vibrations (Gil Scott-Heron Tribute)

My two favourite tracks from Amin PaYne's latest beat tape, which sees the highly talented producer pay tribute to one of the greatest musicians of all-time, Gil Scott-Heron:

"A tribute to the one and only Gil Scott Heron. All songs are composed using Gil Scott Heron samples and inspiration. Scott Heron passed away May 27th 2011, So it's my pleasure to celebrate his life, his beautiful music and his powerful messages that he gave us by releasing this Tribute this year. Rest In Peace..."

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Ta-Ku - Dilla Lives On (Day 1)

Ta-Ku uploaded this beat to his soundcloud today with the message that he will be making a beat a day for 50 days in tribute to one of his biggest influences; J Dilla. A sick beat, and an amazing idea. The greatest there ever was.

DJ Premier - Heavy D Tribute Mix

Statik Selektah provided us with a hot blend earlier in the week, but today the legendary DJ Premier has uploaded his tribute mix to Heavy D, who passed away on November 8th at the age of 44 after collapsing outside his house in Beverly Hills. This is the perfect mix for all Heavy's fans from back in the day and for those who don't know his back catalogue or the influence he had on Hip-Hop as we know it today. Hit the jump to hear the mix - R.I.P. Dwight Arrington Myers.

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Heavy D - Nothin’ But Love (Statik Selektah’s T.R.O.Y. Blend/Remix)

After the untimely passing of Heavy D the other day, Statik Selektah has created this incredible tribute during an iChat with Lord Sear about the death of the rapper - he brings together Nothin' But Love by Heavy and the all-time Pete Rock & CL Smooth classic, T.R.O.Y. The perfect way to remember another legend that is gone far too soon.

Zane Lowe announces his Masterpiece albums for 2011

Following its success over the past four years, Zane Lowe's Masterpieces returns to BBC Radio 1 from Monday 21st November (7-9pm). Over the four consecutive nights, Zane will dedicate his show to four albums that he has crowned "musical masterpieces" for the way they altered the musical landscape at the time of their release. The four albums for this year are:

Monday 21st November: The Smashing Pumpkins - Siamese Dream (1993)
Tuesday 22nd November: Dizzee Rascal - Boy In Da Corner (2003)
Wednesday 23rd November: Amy Winehouse - Back To Black (2006)
Thursday 24th November: Oasis - Definitely Maybe (1994)

Zane explains: "It gets harder every year to pick them, but this year's four albums each hold a special place in the collections of many, whilst at the same time influencing many of today's most successful and brilliant artists. All of these albums are undeniable masterpieces"

These four iconic albums will be played in their entirety from start to finish, unedited and uninterrupted. each show also include interviews with the artists and others involved in the making of the album, giving a fascinating insight into the stories behind songs.

Benji B - J Dilla: Gone Too Soon

Benji B yesterday wrapped up 1Xtra's brilliant Gone Too Soon series by paying tribute to both mine and his favourite producer of all-time, the one and only J Dilla. He portrays Dilla's life story beautifully by providing exclusive interviews with Plug 2 from De La Soul, Mos Def, Questlove from The Roots, Common, Erykah Badu, Busta Rhymes, J.Rocc, Slum Village members T3 and Wajeed, his brother Illa J and his incredible mum, Ma Dukes. There have been many tributes put together since his passing in 2006, but this one in particular allows people to connect with Jay Dee, learn about how he made those beats, what he was like as a person and the legacy he left behind. Forever the greatest to ever do it.

George Benson - Lady In My Life (Michael Jackson Tribute)

Grammy-winning legend George Benson is back, and this time brings his guitar to the forefront of his new album, Guitar Man. The 12-song collection sees him return to his roots, when he was one of the World's most well respected Jazz guitarists, but as with this Michael Jackson tribute, it's clear that the thoughts of his pop fans are never far from his mind. Who needs to sing when you can make a guitar speak like this?! Nothing but love for this man.

NaS - The Next Episode (Snoop Dogg Tribute Live @ BMI Awards)

NaS, Kurupt and Daz Dillinger perform The Next Episode in honour of the big Dogg at the 2011 BMI Urban Awards. Snoop was awarded the BMI Urban Icon Award by his good friend and ex-partner in crime Dr. Dre. So sick.