The album's very first single was "Rising Up" featuring Chrisette Michele and Wale. Rather than relying on samples, the album was recorded dwell, with covers (together with "Celestial Blues", featuring the song's original artist, Andy Bey) being reinterpreted by the band. The late J Dilla is honoured on diverse occasions throughout the album. Secondly, a string of kindred artists reminisce about J Dilla in the kind of answering device messages.