What Had Happened Was Do You Want More?!!!??! Part 2
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Nov 8, 2023 Questlove continues the story of The Roots' album 'Do You Want More?!!!??!', highlighting the creation of their breakthrough single, their experience with audio engineer Bob Power, and Black Thought's amazing rap prowess.
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Bob Power's Signature Mix Impact
- Bob Power elevated The Roots' sound by making their drums and bass loud but retaining clean vocals.
- This created a gritty yet polished vibe distinct from basement-recorded hip hop.
Kilo Saunders' Beat Manipulation
- Kilo Saunders acted like a human Ableton, slicing and EQing four-bar segments of live drums.
- This process created a thicker, more cohesive sound when mixed by Bob Power.
Black Thought's Mastery Showcased
- Black Thought's track "In Your Dreams" took seven weeks to mix, far longer than usual.
- This highlighted his extraordinary skill by flawlessly embodying the styles of many legendary MCs.