Recorded from the 2016 Roots Picnic in NYC: Part I features appearances from X-Ambassadors, Stretch and Bobbito, and Lady Leshurr. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

QLS Classic: Roots Picnic 2016 Pt. 1

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As Questlove Supreme's Black Music Month programming continues, revisit this 2018 conversation with singer-songwriter Tawatha Agee as she discusses how she rose from her Gospel choir beginnings to recording Mtume's hit single, "Juicy Fruit." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Black Music Month: QLS Classic: Tawatha Agee

In part 1 of 2 from Questlove Supreme's 2017 interview with late, legendary musician and songwriter James Mtume reminisces about his historical relationships with legendary Jazz musicians like Miles Davis, walks team supreme through the songwriting process and explains the origins of "Mtume."
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Black Music Month QLS Classic: James Mtume Part 1

In part 2 of 2 of Questlove Supreme's 2017 interview with James Mtume, the late legend gets on a roll, talking about everything from his legal problems with Wrigley's Gum, to working with his idol Curtis Mayfield and the importance of passing down your story (and wisdom). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Black Music Month QLS Classic: James Mtume Part 2

Wayne Brady drops by Questlove Supreme in the studio for an epic two-part interview. In Part 1, Wayne looks back at his upbringing and foray into entertainment. Wayne is charismatic, funny, and still incredibly real as he revisits his journey from Florida to becoming a household name across television, music, comedy, and Broadway. This interview also features some basic get-to-know-somebody questions that lead to deeper answers than expected. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Black Music Month: Wayne Brady Part 1

As Questlove Supreme dedicates a month-long celebration to Black Music Month, Dr. Otis Williams represents the epitome of Black Music. In this 2018 interview, the legendary baritone singer, a founding member of The Temptations, Otis Williams, discusses the evolution of the Motown sound and label, the band's dynasty, and The Temps' album, All The Time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

QLS Classic: Roots Picnic 2016 Pt. 1

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