Episodes

Questlove Supreme travels to Atlanta to kick it with some of the city's musical architects. Organized Noize appears in a comprehensive two-parter. In Part 1, Rico Wade, Ray Murray, and Sleepy Brown discuss their approach to sampling, recall the early days of OutKast and the Dungeon Family, and have a few laughs about their formation. This conversation is not to be missed.

Adam Blackstone is an award-winning musician and musical director who has worked with JAY-Z, Dr. Dre, Rihanna, Janet Jackson, Jill Scott, and countless others. Fresh off of an Emmy win, Adam sits down with QLS to revisit his journey from New Jersey to Philadelphia to some of the world's biggest stages. He discusses Questlove's impact on his career, working this year's Oscars, and his new star-studded album, Legacy.

In part 2 of DJ Drama's Questlove Supreme interview, the Grammy Award-winning DJ and executive opens up about the 2007 FBI Raid that was intended to end his mixtape operation. Instead, Drama adapted. He speaks about building Generation Now and ushering Lil Uzi Vert and Jack Harlow to stardom. Drama also tells Questlove how much The Roots have meant to his journey.

1992: The year of big-butt anthems, achy-breaky hearts, and Madonna’s Sex book. The year that Boyz II Men and Whitney Houston shattered records, while U2 and TLC confronted the AIDS crisis head-on. The year that introduced us to grunge, G-funk, and Right Said Fred. In this podcast, we look back at the massive hits, one-hit wonders, and irresistible scandals that shaped the wildest, most eclectic, most controversial 12 months of music ever. Featuring interviews with critics, chart obsessives, ind...

DJ Drama meets up with Questlove Supreme in Atlanta to revisit his Philly roots. The Gangsta Grillz creator recalls growing up in Philly, making pivotal Hip-Hop mixtapes as a B-Boy, and taking his talents to Atlanta to pursue a dream and an education. In Part 1, he reveals how that journey led him to Lil Jon, T.I., and Jeezy. This was taped on location in T.I.'s Super Sound Studios.

Bruce Springsteen joins Questlove Supreme to talk about covering classic Soul and R&B songs for his new album, Only The Strong Survive. The Boss also discusses his approach to creativity, album-making, and putting on one of the best live shows in all of music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In part 2 of Questlove Supreme's Atlanta interview with Millie Jackson and Keisha Jackson, the mother and daughter powerhouse speak about their relationship and careers. Keisha discusses her solo catalog, performing with OutKast, recording with Da Brat, and her Yacht Rock Revue project. Millie explains tapping into her Country side, on her own terms. 0:00 - Questlove's Part 2 intro 0:31 - Keisha Jackson recalls growing up with an amazing story 8:31 - The origins of Keisha Jackson's singing...

Singer Millie Jackson is joined by her daughter and fellow songstress Keisha Jackson for an Atlanta taping of Questlove Supreme.

Writer, comedian and late-night host Robin Thede talks about her life in front of and behind the camera, how Wyatt Cenac owes his puppetry skills to her and everything you need to know about her show: The Rundown. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As she campaigns to become the first Black woman governor in United States history, Stacey Abrams linked up with Questlove Supreme in Atlanta, Georgia, for a QLS you do not want to miss.

Legendary producer, mixer and engineer Bob Power talks about what it was like to make some of the most iconic hip hop albums of our time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

DJ Clark Kent joins Questlove Supreme to discuss performing with Dana Dane, his incredible work with JAY-Z and Biggie Smalls, and signing Das EFX. The esteemed veteran also speaks about his fantastic sneaker collection and turning his passion into meaningful brand partnerships.

Artist manager Shep Gordon shares behind-the-scenes stories about Alice Cooper, Teddy Pendergrass, Luther Vandross and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ramon Hervey II is a manager, publicist, and trusted confident to heavyweights like Richard Pryor, Bette Midler, Little Richard, Quincy Jones, Don Cornelius, the Bee Gees, Herb Alpert, Andrae Crouch, Vanessa Williams, Rick James, Paul McCartney, Luther Vandross, Peter Frampton, James Caan, Aaliyah and more. He joins Questlove Supreme to talk about his experiences in the entertainment industry, and discuss his new book, The Fame Game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

In Part 2 of the QLS interview, Steve Rifkind tells Team Supreme about giving Mobb Deep a second chance, discovering Akon, and how he has returned to the music business with the same passion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hall of Fame guitarist, singer and songwriter Steve Miller talks about the early lessons he learned from Les Paul and T Bone Walker, sitting in on an impromptu recording session with The Beatles and performing with greats like Chuck Berry, Sly Stone and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LOUD Records founder Steve Rifkind sits down with Questlove Supreme. He speaks about growing up in the music industry, being around James Brown and Frankie Crocker, plus his time managing New Edition. In Part 1, the veteran record executive also discusses signing Wu-Tang Clan, Twista, and Tha Alkaholiks, as well as his complex relationship with Tupac Shakur See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pulitzer Prize-winning author and journalist Ronan Farrow speaks with Questlove Supreme about his book War On Peace: The End of Diplomacy and the Decline of American Influence. He also touches on growing up in a diverse family and his passion for bringing the truth to the light. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

English comedian, producer and late-night host John Oliver talks about the craft of being funny, the rigors of timely political commentary, what he's thinking about when he brushes his teeth and that time he pissed off a Chechen warlord See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hey QLS fam. We are taking two weeks to self-care and record some new Questlove Supreme interviews. Stay tuned for our return on September 21. We will continue re-releasing QLS Classics in the meantime, and make sure you check out our vast archives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Marc Lamont Hill gets real on pop culture, political controversies and if there's an oval office in his future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Speaking with QLS to promote her new book Walking In My Joy: In These Streets, actress and author Jenifer Lewis gives Team Supreme raw and uncut jewels of wisdom. Questlove calls this a top-3 all-time guest interview, and you'll see why in part 2 of this inspiring discussion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

R&B legend, Jeffrey Osborne tells tales of drumming on Soul Train, touring with The Jacksons, and flying high, On The Wings of Love. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.