The Questlove Show QLS Classic: Dante Ross
Dec 23, 2024
Dante Ross, a music industry exec, A&R rep, and producer, discusses working with Brand Nubian, De La Soul, and Macklemore. They talk about white people's fascination with black music, the decline of violence in the music scene, and the challenges of recording. They also touch on vinyl record collecting, missed opportunities in signing artists, and the importance of recording in uncomfortable environments.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Introducing Dante Ross and Roll Call
01:47 • 3min
Introduction and Project Update
04:49 • 7min
The Story of Ray Croft and the Making of McDonald's
11:42 • 11min
The Influence of Marley Mall and Full Force on Break Beats
22:16 • 16min
The Fascination of White People with Black Music
38:02 • 15min
The Decline of Violence and the Stimulated Dummies
53:27 • 2min
Questlove discusses the musician's life on the road and staying at Hilton hotels
55:29 • 3min
Vinyl Record Collecting and Discovering New Artists
58:16 • 21min
The Past Experiences and Interactions with Artists
01:19:27 • 15min
Searching for a Record Sample, Sponsor Ads, and Working with Pete Rock
01:34:39 • 5min
Record Collecting with 'Pete'
01:39:44 • 25min
Recording Techniques and Label Issues
02:05:06 • 16min
Chuck D, Bank of America, Hilton Hotels, and DashPass - Fun, convenience, and perks
02:21:33 • 3min
Songs, Samples, and Remixing
02:24:24 • 5min
Missed Opportunities and Near Misses in Signing Artists
02:29:28 • 26min
Recording in Uncomfortable Environments
02:55:40 • 5min
Promotions for iHeartRadio, Bank of America, Lucky Land Slots, and Vivgarde
03:00:13 • 2min