What Had Happened Was
Do You Want More?!!!??! Part 3
Nov 15, 2023
The conclusion of 'Do You Want More?!!!??!' reveals how The Roots met Rahzel the human beatbox, their first improvised session together, and the epic ending with Ursula Rucker's poem. Also, learn about the challenges in the music industry, female empowerment, hip-hop's influence on pop culture, and the release of their album 'Distortion Static'.
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- Meeting Rahzel the human beatbox and their first improvised session becoming a track on the album
- The pivot from the original album ending to the stunning Ursula Rucker poem as the final track
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The Roots face challenges releasing their album
The podcast episode explores the challenges faced by The Roots in releasing their album. It is revealed that the album release was affected by the success of other artists such as Kurt Cobain and Biggie, leading to concerns about losing their label support. The episode delves into the decision-making process behind choosing the lead single, "Distortion to Static," and the initial response it received. Additionally, the episode highlights the band's European tour and their efforts to gain attention through live performances and TV appearances, ultimately leading to their breakthrough in France.
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