Posts with tag "Questlove"

The Roots' Questlove Responds to Ashley Judd Slamming Hip-Hop

Posted Apr 11th 2011 at 10:40 AM by Boombox Editors

On Thursday (April 7), the BoomBox reported on actress Ashley Judd's criticism of hip-hop music, writing it off as "rape music," as well as her harsh words aimed at artists like Diddy. Now, a prominent member of the culture is hitting back. Roots drummer Questlove addressed Judd via his Twitter page, commenting on their interaction, or lack thereof, during her appearance on the Jimmy Fallon show. ...

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Hanson's 'Give a Little' Gets Remixed by Questlove and RAC -- Video Premieres

Posted Apr 4th 2011 at 12:05 PM by Contessa Gayles

After releasing their eighth studio album, 'Shout It Out,' in 2010, Hanson are dropping the record's second single, 'Give a Little,' on April 5. To mark the occasion, the Grammy-nominated brother trio has enlisted two great musical talents to remix the track. One rendition of the single was mixed by Roots drummer Questlove, who has also worked with Erykah Badu, D'Angelo, Common and Fiona Apple, ...

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?uestlove on His NBC Twitter-Gate: 'It Was a Joke'

Posted Feb 5th 2010 at 01:36 PM by Mike Hess

digg_url = 'http://www.popeater.com/2010/02/05/questlove-chicken-twitter-response/'; Exclusive: On Thursday, ?uestlove -- who mans the drum kit for the tremendously awesome band The Roots on 'Late Night with Jimmy Fallon' -- posted a TwitPic of a sign in the NBC cafeteria. It was of a sign in support of Black History Month, which touted a menu of fried chicken, collard greens and other soul ...