Episodes

For a special Questlove Supreme episode, Questlove interviews one of his heroes, Steve Ferrone. In part 1, Steve talks about growing up in England, his drummer influences, and going from Bloodstone into Average White Band. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week’s QLS classic aired May 15, 2018. Listen as Quest and Team Supreme sit down with singer, musician and percussionist Stokley. 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.

Joan Jett speaks to Questlove Supreme about her time with The Runaways, making hits with The Blackhearts, and her decision to create a new acoustic collection. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Silverman, founder of the Hip-Hop/Dance label Tommy Boy Records talks about his early days in radio, how Disco never actually died, and the all important fifth pillar of Hip-Hop: knowledge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Part two of the Questlove Supreme solo session between Phonte and his friend and collaborator Eric Roberson. The Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter discusses balancing creativity with family and the making of one of his newest songs, "Lessons." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The master of blending reggae, funk, and soul, prolific songwriter, producer, and rapper, DJ Quik's 20-plus year spanning career has been anything but ordinary. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Team Supreme’s Phonte interviews his Tigallero collaborator Eric Roberson in the latest QLS solo session. In the first of a two-part episode, the Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter discusses trading major labels for independence and lessons he learned from his father and El Debarge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Team Supreme sits down with Prince biographer, Duane Tudahl, and a roundtable of Prince's associates to share stories about the legendary artist. Recorded at Sunset Sound, one of the studios to capture Prince's 'Purple Rain.' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Team Supreme’s Suga Steve concludes his far-ranging interview with Elvis Costello in part 2 of this Solo Session. This show was recorded at legendary Electric Lady Studio A and finds Suga and Elvis continuing to explore all aspects of Elvis’ career and how it relates to his work with the Roots and his place in music history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recorded from the 2016 Roots Picnic in NYC: Part II features appearances from Jungle Brothers, Emily Wells, Yuna, Daniel "Bambaata" Marley, Freeway, and E.Z.Mo Breezy from Grits & Biscuits. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Team Supreme’s Suga Steve, a lifelong Elvis Costello fan, sits and talks with Elvis in Electric Lady Studio A, to be aired as two episodes. Spurred on by a clearly amused Questlove, this is the deepest dive possible into The Roots’ and Elvis’ Wise Up Ghost album and the 50-year career of an enduring music superstar. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recorded from the 2016 Roots Picnic in NYC: Part I features appearances from X-Ambassadors, Stretch and Bobbito, and Lady Leshurr. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is all about your favorite singer’s favorite singer! Teedra Moses has consistently redefined what it means to be an R&B artist since she the debut of Complex Simplicity. Listen as she opens up about the real-life inspiration to her songs, J Dilla’s influence, and more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singer, songwriter and producer Joi talks about how her debut album changed the direction of Madonna's Bedtime Stories, working with Fishbone, her spot in the Dungeon Family tree and so much more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Part two of this special Questlove Supreme continues with Daryl Hall. Daryl discusses his formative music years in Philadelphia, the stories behind his hits alongside John Oates, and why he is taking time to emphasize his important solo catalog.

Grammy winning mix engineer Michael Brauer talks about the art of engineering, his studio secrets and what it was like working with artists such as Coldplay, Luther Vandross, Aretha Franklin, Grace Jones and more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first of a special two-part episode of Questlove Supreme, John Oates details his hand and history as one-half of music's best-selling duo. John discusses the evolution of Hall & Oates, being next-door neighbors with Hunter S. Thompson, and which classic song began as a Reggae jam. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recording artist Kimbra talks about what it's like being a New Zealander, the rural wildlife of Silver Lake, California and how she makes records. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Women's History Month at Questlove Supreme continues with part two of the Monica Lynch episode. The former A&R-turned-president of Tommy Boy Records shares vivid memories surrounding Naughty By Nature, Club Nouveau, Queen Latifah, and RuPaul. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pioneering DJ and record label owner Gilles Peterson talks about the politics of early pirate radio, how he broke artists like Jamiroquai, Brand New Heavies and even The Roots, and his passion for helping the right music find the right audience. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Questlove Supreme continues our celebration of Women's History Month with an interview with Monica Lynch. In part one, the former A&R-turned-president of Tommy Boy Records revisits the late 1970s New York City scene, including tips for getting into Studio 54. She also recalls memories surrounding Force M.D.'s, Stetsasonic, and De La Soul. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hip hop artist, actor and poet Common talks about how being an NBA ballboy brought him courtside for Michael Jordan's rookie season, his musical influences and personal memories of his time with J Dilla. Recorded in front of a live audience. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are joined by Grammy Award winner Bonnie Raitt on this week's episode of Questlove Supreme. She joins Team Supreme to discuss carrying on Blues traditions and making sure pioneers got paid. Bonnie also explains why she cannot perform a show without playing one of her most impactful hits. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary producer and DJ Prince Paul talks 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. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.