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The Roots Announce ‘Hip-Hop Is The Love Of My Life’

The Roots Announce 'Hip-Hop Is The Love Of My Life'

Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Grammy Award-winning multiplatinum group The Roots is set to headline the Hip-Hop Is The Love Of My Life Tour, produced by Live Nation Urban. This exclusive summer 2024 tour will feature special guests Grammy Award-winning group Arrested Development and fellow Philly trailblazers Digable Planets, marking the first time these iconic […]

Happy 53rd Birthday To The Roots’ Questlove!

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Happy Born day to Ahmir Khalib Thompson better known as ?uestlove a.k.a Questlove! Born in 1971, he turns a half-century today. The OG is originally known as the drummer for the legendary hip hop band The Roots, but he has many other roles. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information On February 17, 2014, he became a part of […]

LL COOL J and The Roots Reimagine “Mama Said Knock You Out” for NBA In-Season Tournament

LL COOL J and The Roots Reimagine "Mama Said Knock You Out" for NBA In-Season Tournament

The National Basketball Association (NBA) has unveiled a thrilling collaboration between Grammy Award-winning hip-hop legend LL COOL J and the four-time Grammy Award-winning group The Roots. Together, they have reimagined the iconic song “Mama Said Knock You Out” to serve as the official anthem for the inaugural NBA In-Season Tournament. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information […]

Happy 52nd Birthday To The Roots’ Frontman Black Thought!

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Born on this date in 1971 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania as Tariq Luqmaan Trotter, Black Thought, the lead emcee of the legendary Hip Hop band The Roots, has created his key to success with simply one word; longevity. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Thought has always been regarded as one of the most lyrical post-Golden Era […]

Run-D.M.C. and The Roots Announced for 2023 Rock The Bells Lineup

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Rock The Bells, one of the most highly anticipated Hip-Hop festivals, is set to deliver an unforgettable lineup featuring iconic artists known for their lyrical and instrumental prowess. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The latest addition to the festival is none other than Hip-Hop royalty, Run-D.M.C. Joining the already star-studded lineup, which includes LL COOL […]

Questlove Reveals that Will Smith Was Supposed to Make A Surprise Appearance At Grammys, but Had to Cancel Due to Bad Boys 4 Filming

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It’s been a while since Will Smith has been on a stage at an awards show, but allegedly, he was scheduled to make a surprise appearance at the Grammy’s this past Sunday night. However, his comeback performance was derailed due to conflicts with filming Bad Boys 4. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information In the weeks […]

Happy 52nd Birthday To The Roots’ Questlove!

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Happy Born day to Ahmir Khalib Thompson better known as ?uestlove a.k.a Questlove! Born in 1971, he turns a half-century today. The OG is originally known as the drummer for the legendary Hip Hop band The Roots, but he has many roles. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information On February 17, 2014, he became a part of the […]

Happy Birthday To The Roots’ Frontman Black Thought!

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Born on this date in 1971 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania as Tariq Luqmaan Trotter, Black Thought, the lead emcee of the legendary Hip Hop band The Roots, has created his key to success with simply one word; longevity. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Thought has always been regarded as one of the most lyrical post-Golden Era […]

The Roots and Burna Boy to Headline Return of AFROPUNK Brooklyn

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AFROPUNK is set to return to Brooklyn and will be headlined by The Roots and Burna Boy. AFROPUNK, a celebration of Black joy and a monument to the Brooklyn community’s resiliency, will take place in Commodore Barry Park on September 10th and 11th. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Joining The Roots and Burna Boy will […]

Black Thought Returns To Carnegie Hall For Hip Hop Workshops, Showcase On April 7

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Carnegie Hall’s Weill Music Institute (WMI) today announced that seven rising MCs have been selected to participate in a free master class led bylegendary hip-hop artist Black Thought from April 4-7, 2022 as part of the Hall’s ongoing series of workshops and master classes for young professional musicians. During the multi-day master class, The Roots […]

Recap: Erykah Badu, Nas, and The Roots Perform at Smokin Grooves Fest 2022

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For its successful return, the Smokin Grooves event brought all of the vibes to Los Angeles Historic Park in Los Angeles, California on Saturday. With headlining performances by Erykah Badu, Nas, The Roots, Jhene Aiko, and Miguel, as well as fantastic sets from The Internet, Flying Lotus, Kamasi Washington, Thundercat, Smino, and others, the day […]

Mary J. Blige, Summer Walker, Wizkid to Headline 2022 Roots Picnic

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The Roots and Live Nation Urban have announced the return of “Roots Picnic.” The annual festival led, hosted, and curated by the GRAMMY® Award-winning multiplatinum hip-hop superstars will take over the Mann at Fairmount Park in Philadelphia, PA, on Saturday and Sunday, June 4-5, 2022, for two days of music, art, and culture for the […]

Today In Hip Hop History: Erykah Badu’s Debut LP ‘Baduizm’ Turns 25 Years Old!

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On this date in 1997, the debut album from neo-soul queen Erykah Badu entitled Baduizm was released on Universal Records through the Kedar imprint. This LP catapulted the Texan songstress into the Grammy Award-winning music icon that she has become two decades later. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Produced primarily by Madukwu Chinwah, Bob Powers, […]

The Source Sundance Preview: Virtual Events and Panels

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One of the few benefits of the actual Sundance film festival being canceled and moved online is that people from around the world are now able to “attend” many of the lounges and events that were once limited to in-person attendance. The events, panels, and discussions center around entertainment, technology, and other creative outlets. Most […]

Happy Birthday To The Roots’ Questlove!

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Happy Born day to Ahmir Khalib Thompson better known as ?uestlove a.k.a Questlove! Born in 1971, he turns a half-century today. The OG is originally known as the drummer for the legendary Hip Hop band The Roots, but he has many roles. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information On February 17, 2014, he became a part of the […]

ICYMI: The Roots’ Bassist Leonard ‘Hub’ Hubbard Passes Away At 62

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Longtime member and bassist of The Roots, Leonard “Hub” Hubbard, is dead. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Hubbard’s wife confirmed his passing Thursday following a long battle with cancer. He was 62. Following the news, The Roots paid tribute on social media with a photo of Hub and sent condolences to his family and fans. […]

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