This chapter provides an inside look at the challenges faced in curating a monumental hip hop performance celebrating 50 years of the genre at the Grammys. From managing egos to dealing with technical difficulties and last-minute changes, the chapter reveals the chaotic and pressure-filled moments leading up to and during the event. Personal anecdotes and insights into navigating the music industry dynamics and unexpected challenges highlight the complexities of organizing such high-profile performances.
DJ, drummer, author, and Roots frontman Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson and Trevor discuss “50 Years of Hip Hop” at the Grammys and his book Hip Hop is History. Questlove also divulges to Trevor the names of all 432 people who get his weekly playlist (no he doesn’t) and reveals all the celebrities who come to his legendary game nights (he doesn’t reveal that either but it’s still a fantastic conversation).
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