Questlove Supreme

In a special one-on-one conversation with Questlove, Sananda Maitreya discusses his early days. This conversation includes praise for Stevie Wonder as well as crediting Rod Stewart for his trademark rasp. Sananda speaks about time in Harlem and his ambitions as a boxer. Sananda also talks about performing at the 1988 Grammy Awards, with Michael Jackson, Prince, and Smokey Robinson watching from the front row, revealing some extra detail about that set.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Musician Jon Batiste joins Team Supreme to rehash his journey from small-town Louisiana to Musical Director of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

George Faison, a versatile artist in Black dance, discusses his journey from Broadway to working with legends like Aretha Franklin and Stevie Wonder. He shares insights on navigating a segregated society, challenges of being a Black dancer, and the impact of his trip to Africa on his work.

American jazz virtuoso and bassist Christian McBride talks about playing with Miles Davis as a high schooler, the "ins and outs" of his craft and how he got himself all tangled up in James Brown's world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gospel/R&B giant BeBe Winans joins QLS to talk about his 40-plus-year career in music, film, and theater. BeBe details coming from one of the greatest and most voluminous musical families, and breaking off to build a duo with his sister CeCe Winans. The singer-songwriter also describes his friendships with Whitney Houston, Oprah Winfrey, Denzel Washington, and Jim Bakker and Tami Faye Bakker. This conversation has some memorable stories, powerful wisdom, and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

No stone goes unturned in this classic episode; Stephanie Ruhle, MSNBC News Anchor, talks about her transition from Wall Street to News Anchor, and shares her views on complicated issues from the 2011 financial crisis, to free speech and the Me Too movement. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

George Benson examines his transition from a top Jazz guitarist into a highly respected vocalist. He shares the origin stories behind several 1970s hits like "Breezin" and "On Broadway" plus recalls working with Stevie Wonder, Bobby Womack, and Al Jarreau. George also discusses his newest release, a lost album with arranger Robert Farnon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

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.

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.