Bilal sits down with Questlove Supreme and shares his story. The Philadelphia native's complex upbringing and schooling explains why he is a true original, from Jazz scatting to his raw Soul vocals. The guest who recent released Adjust Brightness recalls working with Dr. Dre, Beyoncé, and Kendrick Lamar, while discussing his unreleased sophomore album, his second life as an independent artist, and refusal to be contained or predictable. This a long-awaited conversation that happened at just the right time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jazz funk pioneer Roy Ayers talks about his early days in South Central LA, the strange way Miles Davis had of saying hello, learning from the great Fela Kuti in Nigeria, plus so much more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boney James, a Grammy-winning saxophonist, shares his musical journey blending jazz, R&B, and funk. He recounts his early days as a sideman and the humorous origin of his nickname. Boney discusses his growth as an artist, the influence of mentorship, and the challenges he faced in gaining radio traction. He also highlights his latest album, 'Slow Burn,' and his collaboration with October London on the charting single, 'All I Want Is You,' shedding light on the dynamic nature of musical expression.

Questlove, Phonte and Team Supreme talk about their personal, religious and cultural traditions and share some of their favorite holiday memories. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Part 2 of Questlove's one-on-one with RZA, The Abbott speaks about his latest release, the Classical album inspired by adolescent lyrics, A Ballet Through Mud. Quest' also fans out with RZA, with both artists highlighting some favorite songs from the Wu-Tang Clan crew catalog, discussing some under-sung affiliates, and addressing why Bobby Digital is focused on evolution, not chasing his rich legacy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Iconic actor Glynn Turman discusses his 60-year career spanning over 160 projects. Topics include his upbringing surrounded by influential artists, his experiences in the Harlem Cultural Festival, the concept of African American actors imitating white people, his near role as the original Han Solo, the influence of the film JD's Revenge on hip hop, and reflections on 'The Wire'.

Ben Vereen joins Questlove Supreme with his daughter Kabara. What begins as a conversation about a legendary, award-winning career in theater, film, and television organically goes someplace much deeper. Ben Vereen shares discoveries about his identity and traces his knowledge of self while speaking about Roots, Sweet Charity, and his unforgettable appearance on The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air. This QLS episode is a powder keg of emotions, realizations, and timely calls for history and truth from one of our great elders, who is finishing his memoir.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grammy winning mix engineer Michael Brauer talks about the art of engineering, his studio secrets and what it was like working with artists such as Coldplay, Luther Vandross, Aretha Franklin, Grace Jones and more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RZA, the de facto leader of the Wu-Tang Clan, shares his insights on leadership, creativity, and the group's legacy. He reflects on the making of the groundbreaking track "Protect Ya Neck," detailing the collaborative process and challenges they faced. The conversation ventures into how age has influenced his artistic purpose and the evolution of hip-hop culture. RZA also discusses the impact of technology, his recent classical album, and the blend of personal expression with socio-economic themes in the music industry.

Producer, rapper and hip hop legend Pete Rock talks about his deep knowledge of music, recording and the art of sampling.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.