

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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May 19, 2021 • 1h 30min
The Avalanches
According to our proficient leader, Australian powerhouse producers, The Avalanches aka Robbie Chater and Tony Di Blasi, single handedly changed his perspective on how to deliver music. Their debut album Since I Left You, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary, not only "cracked our skulls open", it's also one of Quest's "top 10 albums of ALL time". This duo has left no stone unturned when it comes to mastering the creation of a sonic landscape. How do they do it and why? Listen as The Avalanches break it all down on this week's episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 17, 2021 • 1h 49min
QLS Classic: Jesse Johnson Part 1
Team Supreme sits down for part one of two with Jesse Johnson to talk Prince, playing with The Time and pranks on the road. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 12, 2021 • 1h 43min
Bowlegged Lou Part 2
Ok we know we have a tendency to say this, but THIS is a very special episode of Questlove Supreme. Bowlegged Lou also known as Quest's "personal hero" changed what we knew about Hip Hop and R&B. Lou and his collective of brothers also known as Full Force reinvented and redefined these genres bringing a surplus of music to our ears that would launch and expand the careers of so many of our favorite artists. But that's not it! Can we talk about, their personal style doing the same for masculinity and the joy and hilarity brought by Lou's screen presence? Yes! We can also talk about wild stage shows ,being the only hip hop producers to work with James Brown, beefs with Larry Blackman, hits for New Kids on the Block and the Backstreet Boys, playing our favorite school bullies (as we celebrate the 31st year of House Party) and so much more! So, yes to answer your question, this is part TWO of our episode with the legendary, Bowlegged Lou. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 10, 2021 • 1h 52min
QLS Classic: Michael McDonald
Legendary singer, songwriter and producer Michael McDonald talks about the lessons he learned with Steely Dan, his years with the Doobie Brothers and working with artists like Carly Simon, Aretha Franklin, Patti LaBelle and more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 5, 2021 • 1h 39min
Bowlegged Lou Part 1
Ok we know we have a tendency to say this, but THIS is a very special episode of Questlove Supreme. Bowlegged Lou also known as Quest's "personal hero" changed what we knew about Hip Hop and R&B. Lou and his collective of brothers also known as Full Force reinvented and redefined these genres bringing a surplus of music to our ears that would launch and expand the careers of so many of our favorite artists. But that's not it! Can we talk about, their personal style doing the same for masculinity and the joy and hilarity brought by Lou's screen presence? Yes! We can also talk about wild stage shows, being the only hip hop producers to work with James Brown, beefs with Larry Blackman, hits for New Kids on the Block and the Backstreet Boys, playing our favorite school bullies (as we celebrate the 31st year of House Party) and so much more! So, yes to answer your question, this is part ONE of our episode with the legendary, Bowlegged Lou. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 21, 2021 • 1h 24min
Anthony Mackie
We agree with our fearless leader, that when it comes to this week's Questlove Supreme guest the work speaks for itself! It goes without saying that Anthony Mackie is probably in at least one of your favorite movies. From Tupac to Marvel's The Falcon, he has done and is doing it all. This episode we dive into where it all comes from and what New Orleans, Juilliard and Wendell Pierce have to do with it. Trust that you don't want to miss this one and a warning that this episode may trigger a lot of laughter. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 14, 2021 • 1h 58min
Terence Blanchard
Renowned composer, musician and arranger Terence Blanchard is this week's guest on Questlove Supreme. His 30 year working relationship with Spike Lee has garnered them, in the words of Quest, as "the best combo of film director and film scorer". Having scored the majority of Spike's films only tips the scale of Blanchard's incomparable tv/film catalog. As Terence prepares for his second Oscar nomination (Da Five Bloods), listen as he blesses Quest and Team Supreme with the true story behind his amazing journey. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 7, 2021 • 1h 17min
Eric Andre
This episode of Questlove Supreme pairs Quest and Team Supreme with a guest like no other. Eric Andre is synonymous with starring in some of your favorite cult classic movies, his boundary smashing performative comedy and his talk show that is truly indescribable. But did you know about his jazz roots? Didn’t thinks so. Take a listen and get to know ALL sides of Eric Andre on this week’s episode of Questlove Supreme. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 24, 2021 • 1h 35min
Macy Gray
This week's guest on Questlove Supreme has one of the most distinctive and extraordinary voices of our time. The dynamics and textures of Macy Gray's are, in the words of Quest, "a producer's dream". Since her debut 30 million albums have been sold, she continues to impress us with her acting chops and now she's helping folks who have lost their loved ones to police brutality. But what's her real story? Gotta listen and find out! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 17, 2021 • 1h 30min
Tiffany Cross
This week's guest on Questlove Supreme embodies many of the reasons we celebrate women this month. Tiffany Cross, author and host of MSNBC's Cross Connection, has no issue speaking her mind, giving the facts and letting you know her priority is her people. Listen as we tackle Tiffany's beginnings, managing stress during the pandemic, VIP vaccinations, the challenges of "doing it for the culture" and so much more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.