Questlove Supreme

Especially through Hip-Hop, Prince Paul has taken Black Music to new frontiers. Back in 2017, the legendary producer and spoke about his contributions to early Hip-Hop, winning Grammys with Chris Rock, and some of the ways he shaped the sound of De La Soul, 3rd Bass, Queen Latifah, and more. Paul's contributions remain active and ongoing...  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grammy winning singer Lalah Hathaway talks about carrying on her father Donny's legacy, working with Prince, singing overtones like it's no big deal and her deep love of video games (plus, loads of Words of Wisdom with Suga Steve). Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Questlove Supreme's Black Music Month programming continues, revisit this 2018 conversation with singer-songwriter Tawatha Agee as she discusses how she rose from her Gospel choir beginnings to recording Mtume's hit single, "Juicy Fruit."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In part 1 of 2 from Questlove Supreme's 2017 interview with late, legendary musician and songwriter James Mtume reminisces about his historical relationships with legendary Jazz musicians like Miles Davis, walks team supreme through the songwriting process and explains the origins of "Mtume."  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In part 2 of 2 of Questlove Supreme's 2017 interview with James Mtume, the late legend gets on a roll, talking about everything from his legal problems with Wrigley's Gum, to working with his idol Curtis Mayfield and the importance of passing down your story (and wisdom).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wayne Brady drops by Questlove Supreme in the studio for an epic two-part interview. In Part 1, Wayne looks back at his upbringing and foray into entertainment. Wayne is charismatic, funny, and still incredibly real as he revisits his journey from Florida to becoming a household name across television, music, comedy, and Broadway. This interview also features some basic get-to-know-somebody questions that lead to deeper answers than expected.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Questlove Supreme dedicates a month-long celebration to Black Music Month, Dr. Otis Williams represents the epitome of Black Music. In this 2018 interview, the legendary baritone singer, a founding member of The Temptations, Otis Williams, discusses the evolution of the Motown sound and label, the band's dynasty, and The Temps' album, All The Time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The celebration of Black Music Month continues. First aired on May 15, 2018, listen as Quest and Team Supreme sit down with singer, musician and percussionist Stokley Williams. He speaks on how imitation helped him find his voice, his early days with Mint Condition and how everything changed once he signed with Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For Black Music Month, Questlove Supreme is doing a special 30 days of programming from the QLS archives and new episodes alike. There is no place to begin than the Godmother of Black music, Dyana Williams. In this 2020 conversation, Dyana talks about growing up in the Bronx, getting her start in radio as Ebony Moonbeams, and coaching artists like Kanye West, Lil' Kim, and Dave Matthews Band. QLS celebrates Black Music all year, but join us in this honorary programming series.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Questlove interviews WILLOW, who discusses her transformation into her most authentic self, the growth in her music, the drive in her spirit, and key parts of her journey. They touch on creativity, fame, perception, reflections on regrets, personal evolution, self-confidence, vulnerability in artistry, and the symbolism of the guitar.