The Questlove Show

Writer, radio host and music exec, Dan Charnas talks about his early days as a hip hop journalist, some of the artists he did and didn't sign in the 90s and how a simple grammar mistake can cause big trouble.

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In a special one-on-one episode, Ben Greenman sits down with longtime writing collaborator Questlove. Having just published the Sly Stone memoir Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin) alongside the music legend, Ben speaks about the process. He and Quest' compare their favorite songs in an episode that features a snippet of a previously unreleased Sly song.

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Questlove Supreme is taking a quick breather this week, but stay tuned for a special episode coming next week.

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Hi, QuestLove fans! Listen to McCartney: A Life in Lyrics hosted by Paul McCartney! A new masterclass podcast that dives into an improvised journey with one of the most beloved figures in popular music. Each episode is centered on one song in McCartney’s catalog – from early Beatles to his solo work. Don't just take our word for it, check out the trailer to decide for yourself!

About McCartney: A Life in Lyrics: McCartney: A Life in Lyrics is a master class, a memoir, and an improvised journey with one of the most beloved figures in popular music: Paul McCartney. Each episode is centered on one song in McCartney’s catalog – from early Beatles to his solo work. Over the course of the podcast, listeners sit in on conversations between McCartney and the poet Paul Muldoon about the people, experiences, and art that inspired McCartney’s songwriting. The stories are richly interwoven with music and sounds contemporary to each song, providing a revelatory, entertaining window into a truly iconic creative genius. The first season is 24 episodes, but there is a treasure trove of tapes of more than 150 of McCartney’s songs.

Listen to McCartney: A Life in Lyrics on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts!

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In Part 2, Funky George Brown of Kool & The Gang explains the group's transition and super success at the turn of the 1980s. He discusses the songwriting process, personnel changes, and the challenges of touring with Van Halen.

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Funky George Brown of Kool & The Gang tells Questlove Supreme about an upbringing in Jersey City that made him fearless and creative at the same time. George recalls the band's early years, and describes what made this group so versatile, gifted, and cutting-edge.

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George Johnson, guitarist from The Brothers Johnson, talks all things funk, family and his friendship with Sly.

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Recorded back in mid-2023, Cedric the Entertainer—the king of comedy whose career spans film, television, and hosting—added “novelist” to his already expansive résumé. That was a cause for discussion with Questlove and Team Supreme during the virtual interview days. In this funny and thoughtful episode of QLS, Cedric discusses his debut novel Flipping Boxcars, reflects on the journey that shaped his career, and shares the inspiration behind his latest creative pivot. Enjoy!

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In Part 2 of his Questlove Supreme interview, Chris Robinson discusses his creative process in making legendary music videos for Alicia Keys, N.O.R.E., and Busta Rhymes. He also speaks candidly about changing business models in music, video, and film—including the ongoing fight. Chris sheds some details on directing The New Edition Story as well.

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Chris Robinson describes being a film and Hip Hop-obsessed teen from Baltimore and making his way into the industry. He remembers getting life-changing advice from LL Cool J (instead of a battle), linking with some of Brooklyn's most hardcore MCs, and now pivoting to help tell Lebron James' story. 

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