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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Jan 3, 2024 • 1h
Paradise Gray Part 1
Paradise Gray, a keystone of Hip Hop culture, talks about growing up in the Bronx, his time at the legendary New York City club, The Latin Quarter, and the origins of hip hop in the Bronx in the early 1980s. They also discuss the competitive nature of speaker setups and DJ battles, the influence of Mike Goldberg on the Latin Quarter, and the story behind a hit song and DJ reactions.
Jan 1, 2024 • 1h 34min
QLS Classic: Doug E. Fresh Part 1
Questlove Supreme explores the life of Doug E. Fresh, an important figure in music. They dive into topics such as the evolution of hip hop in New York City, the power of focus, dealing with bad deals, the significance of Doug E. Fresh's beatboxing, and the story behind his group with Slick Rick. They also discuss the impact of Bobby Robinson and late discoveries of popular songs.
Dec 27, 2023 • 1h 18min
Team Supreme
This episode is just a family affair. Questlove, Laiya, Phonte, Unpaid Bill, and Suga Steve discuss what's been going on with them during 2023. This conversation also leads to hilarious musings about Christian Rap, childhood movies, and Uno etiquette. Happy new year from QLS and Team Supreme.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 26, 2023 • 1h 25min
QLS Classic: Mariah Carey Part 2
Mariah Carey, one of music's biggest superstars, opens up about navigating memoir writing, the evolution of her hit song 'Honey', challenges in collaborating with artists, adapting her memoir into a series, and the magic of keeping music hidden. She also discusses friendship, family recipes, and Christmas dinner with the hosts.
Dec 25, 2023 • 1h 38min
QLS Classic: Mariah Carey Part 1
Questlove Supreme welcomes Mariah Carey, one of music's biggest superstars, for an open and incredible conversation. They discuss Mariah's remarkable achievements, recording music at various studios, meeting James Brown, living on a dollar a day, mistaken identity, early experiences in the music industry, songwriting process, Mariah's nocturnal habits, and more.
Dec 19, 2023 • 1h 30min
QLS Classic: Ceelo Green Part 2
In part 2 of this Classic QLS, the legendary CeeLo Green describes one of the most incredible career surges of all time. In discussing his solo catalog, CeeLo also recalls the smash success of Gnarls Barkley and how the decorated veteran became a master of reinvention. The Dungeon Family alum also describes working with a young Bruno Mars and passing on an anthem by Pharrell. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 18, 2023 • 1h 22min
QLS Classic: Ceelo Green Part 1
In part 1 of this Classic QLS, the legendary CeeLo Green revisits the onset of his career. He recalls the Dungeon Family days, and details making Goodie Mob's first two albums, and shares a profound love for all Hip Hop. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Dec 13, 2023 • 1h 5min
André 3000
Questlove Supreme's special guest André 3000 discusses hidden talents, breakfast cereals, and morning routines. They also touch on creative callings, conversations with Prince, and André 3000's amazing guest verses.
Dec 11, 2023 • 1h 51min
QLS Classic: Branford Marsalis
In the words of Questlove our guest for this classic episode, is "a part of one of THE most important musical dynasty's in music". His touch has been pivotal to the evolution of jazz, but that's not all folks! Branford Marsalis' contributions to the culture can be seen and heard through his acting, the products of his marriage of jazz and hip hop, his barrier breaking presence as a band leader on late night television, his compositions and his scoring, including for Netflix's adaptation of August Wilson's Ma Rainey's Black Bottom. Now hear his story..... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 6, 2023 • 1h 24min
Shanice Wilson & Tracie Spencer
Shanice Wilson & Tracie Spencer, two talented songstresses with overlapping music industry experiences, discuss making songs that define a generation's adolescence, their early musical experiences, winning Star Search, and their future plans.
