Why The Roots are the gold standard of hip-hop culture
In the vast, ever-evolving soundscape of hip-hop, few acts have held their ground like The Roots. The Roots are a cultural institution. For more than
July 1, 2025
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In the vast, ever-evolving soundscape of hip-hop, few acts have held their ground like The Roots. The Roots are a cultural institution. For more than
Last night at Ravinia, The Roots commanded the stage. Under a summer sky with a mild breeze, Questlove and his crew delivered a set pulsing
For more than three decades, Tarik “Black Thought” Trotter has stood as one of hip-hop’s most formidable lyricists and enduring voices. As the frontman of
Ravinia is one of the go-to experiences for Summertime Chi. This year, it is no different and they are holding space for culture. The 2025
The historic 50th anniversary special of Saturday Night Live reached unprecedented heights as Lil Wayne and The Roots came together for a groundbreaking performance that
The ever-evolving world of hip-hop thrives on collaboration, competition, and conversations that push the genre forward. Recent interactions between Kendrick Lamar, The Roots’ Questlove, and
Top Dawg Entertainment President Terrence “Punch” Henderson Jr. recently addressed The Roots‘ Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson’s evolving commentary on Kendrick Lamar, highlighting a complex relationship between
The Roots, one of the most influential and admired hip-hop bands of all time, will perform at the Ravinia on Aug. 24 as part of
As the swelling summer heat temps continue to rise, we eagerly await the fall leaves. Ravinia Festival remains a destination, for music enthusiasts offering a
The Roots Picnic, the two-day music festival started by the legendary Philadelphia hip-hop collective the Roots, took place June 1-2 in Fairmount Park in Philadelphia.
Talkhouse announces the fourth season of “What Had Happened Was,” devoted to exploring the life, legacy, and indispensable work of Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson. For the
On Aug. 13, The F.O.R.C.E. (Frequencies of Real Creative Energy) tour visited the United Center in Chicago and the 50 years of hip-hop celebration continued.
The widow of The Roots bassist Leonard Hubbard is suing band co-founders Questlove and Black Thought for fraud. The band members, Questlove and Black Thought,
Rolling out magazine celebrates renowned musical artist Questove’s birthday by declaring Jan. 20 Quest Love Day in celebration of his brilliant career in music, television
On Saturday, March 26th Disney’s Onyx Collective hosted a brunch in celebration of Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson and Summer of Soul. The Oscar-nominated documentary is the first title
Leonard “Hub” Hubbard has died at the age of 62. The late musician — who played bass for The Roots from 1992 to 2007 —
Tariq “Black Thought” of The Roots will be starring in the upcoming off-Broadway production of the New Group’s upcoming world premiere of Black No More.
Black Thought of The Roots released his new audiobook titled 7 Years on Thursday, July 8, 2021. The book debuted exclusively in the U.S. as part
Racism is a topic that can’t be ignored today and Disney is making an effort to educate its young viewers with an upcoming animated shorts
Black Thought of The Roots is arguably one of the greatest MCs of all time in hip-hop but his skills on the mic have often
