Questlove Supreme
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Questlove Supreme is a fun, irreverent and educational weekly podcast that digs deep into the stories of musical legends and cultural icons in a way that only Questlove and Team Supreme can deliver. Led by Each episode is driven by conversation ranging from the guest’s origins (along with a few never-before-revealed secrets to their success) to their life passions and current projects. This is not your typical interview show. This is about legends and legends in the making bringing their legacy to life in their own words. Previous guests have included Usher, Michelle Obama, Chris Rock, Steve Miller, Maya Rudolph, Weird Al, Chaka Khan, Babyface and many more.
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Jul 1, 2024 • 1h 39min
Black Music Month QLS Classic: The Emotions
Grammy award winning vocal group The Emotions discuss their early musical start, hip hop reviving their career, and the deep influence of their family. They reminisce about childhood memories and community activities, their love for Mavis Staples, working with various musicians, the resurgence of their songs in hip hop, and their unique family harmony. They also explore the emotional impact of their songs, discuss influential producers, and reminisce about their experiences as backup singers for Luther and Anita Baker.
Jun 30, 2024 • 1h 54min
Black Music Month QLS Classic: Kenny Gamble
Kenny Gamble, a living legend and one of the greatest composers, producers, and music businessmen, joins the show. The hosts discuss the significance of record labels, the process of rebuilding a neighborhood, finding the right partner, and the evolution of arrangers. They also debate the vocal talents of Eddie Laverte, Teddy Pendergrass, and Walter Williams, and explore working with the Jacksons. Additionally, they discuss the rise of Teddy Pendergrass, the formation of Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes, and working with Patty LaBelle. The chapter concludes with a nostalgic discussion and reminiscing about a popular rap track from Philadelphia.
Jun 29, 2024 • 1h 30min
Black Music Month QLS Classic: Jimmy Jam Part 3
Jimmy Jam shares insider secrets about working with Janet and Michael Jackson, including their sibling relationship. They discuss the impact of albums like 'Revenation' and 'Rhythm Nation'. The hosts reflect on creating songs that connect with listeners and talk about the power of music in evoking memories. They also mention the possibility of a movie about the Original Seven and discuss their experiences creating hit songs and collaborating with artists.
Jun 29, 2024 • 2h 10min
Black Music Month QLS Classic: Jimmy Jam Part 2
Jimmy Jam talks about making Prince jealous, studio secrets, making hits with Janet Jackson, construction process of 'I Didn't Mean to Turn You On', discovering Alexander O'Neill, analyzing 'Hang on a String' and its influence, production process of BBQ Band and Change records, instruments used in their music, choosing Janet, working with limitations and remixing songs, writing unexpected songs, influence of a record, importance of context and understanding, and importance of partnerships in the music industry.
Jun 28, 2024 • 1h 51min
Black Music Month QLS Classic: Jimmy Jam Part 1
Legendary R&B songwriter and producer Jimmy Jam talks about his early days, life with Prince, goin' broke, the influence of Prince and the disco era, DJ experiences, touring challenges, being working class musicians, and pursuing other interests outside the band.
Jun 26, 2024 • 1h 3min
Black Music Month: James Poyser Part 2
Part 2 of James Poyer's in-studio conversation with Questlove Supreme celebrates the last 30 years of Black Music. James reflects on experiences working with Erykah Badu, D'Angelo, Common, and Lauryn Hill. He details the genesis of great songs from classic albums. This career lookback includes humor and some insider access.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 25, 2024 • 2h 17min
Black Music Month QLS Classic: Philip Bailey
Seven-time Grammy award-winning musician Philip Bailey discusses his journey from Denver’s jazz clubs to playing with Earth, Wind & Fire to the Songwriter Hall of Fame.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 24, 2024 • 1h 36min
Black Music Month QLS Classic: DJ Quik
The master of blending reggae, funk, and soul, prolific songwriter, producer, and rapper, DJ Quik's 20-plus year spanning career has been anything but ordinary. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 23, 2024 • 2h 54min
Black Music Month QLS Classic: Solange
In this Black Music Month QLS Classic, singer-songwriter Solange talks about what it takes to be a strong Black woman today, the making of her new album and just what it is she loves so much about New Orleans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 21, 2024 • 2h 53min
Black Music Month QLS Classic: Just Blaze
For Black Music Month, let us revisit when Hip Hop (and more) producer Just Blaze shared some of his recording secrets and talks about everything from the Jazz great who still prank-calls him to what it was like showing up in New York City with $40 in his pocket. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
