You'll Hear It "Voodoo" – D'Angelo
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Oct 20, 2025 The hosts pay tribute to D'Angelo by exploring the innovative sounds of his album, Voodoo. They dive into Questlove's unique drumming style and Pino Palladino's bass work, which define the album's groove. Insights on the creative process reveal how collaboration with musicians like Roy Hargrove shaped the stunning arrangements. The discussion highlights Voodoo's departure from 90s R&B norms, its deep soulful influences, and the cultural impact of tracks like 'Untitled.' Personal favorites and memories round out this heartfelt exploration.
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Live Analog Sound Over Digital Grid
- Voodoo shifted late‑90s R&B by favoring live, analog performances over quantized, digital production.
- The album's off‑grid "drag time" groove created a new rhythmic vocabulary that influenced many musicians.
Pino And Questlove Define The Groove
- The signature Voodoo feel comes from the Pino Palladino–Questlove rhythmic partnership locking bass and drums in distinct, complementary places.
- That bass‑drum interplay bridges straight time and the deliberately dragged vocal phrasing.
B.B. King Session Sparked A Key Collaboration
- Pino Palladino met D'Angelo during a B.B. King session and instantly connected over playing style.
- That session led D'Angelo to invite Pino into the Voodoo recordings.
