For 50 years, footage of the Harlem Cultural Festival – a summer-long fête featuring the likes of Nina Simone, Sly and The Family Stone, and Stevie Wonder – was buried in the archives. And the story of the Harlem Cultural Festival was buried along with it. Finally, the footage is being brought to light by Questlove in the new film ‘Summer of Soul’ a powerful testament to the artists of that era, and an energetic ride into the styles, sounds and politics of 1969. In this episode, our exclusive interview with Questlove on what it takes to correct the historical record, and why we need this film now in 2021. For this episode's custom playlist curated by Hanif, visit https://bit.ly/oos-questlove

/Music In This Week's Episode/

You Caught Me (Smilin’), Sly and the Family Stone

Black Woman, Sonny Sharrock

The Weight, The Staple Singers

My Bed of Thorns, Gladys Knight and The Pips

To Love Somebody, Nina Simone

A Mighty Fortress Is Our God, Mahalia Jackson

Almost Seedless, Hugh Masakela

Love’s In Need Of Love Today, Stevie Wonder