Questlove on the Origin of The Roots

from What Had Happened Was · host Stony Island Audio & Talkhouse

In the season 4 premiere of What Had Happened Was, host Open Mike Eagle sits down with legendary band-leader, drummer and Oscar winner Questlove for the first session of their season-long interview series. In this initial conversation Questlove unpacks his childhood musical beginnings, his introduction to hip-hop and the lie that led to the formation of The Roots in high school. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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