Future Classic: The Roots “Sleep”
Future Classics

Future Classic: The Roots “Sleep”

After almost 20 years of existence, and now into their 10th full length record I think we’re all guilty of taking The Roots for granted. They tour constantly, and put out records every other year like clockwork. But, with the amount of shitty music around these days let’s not forget …

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Forgotten Treasures

Forgotten Treasure: The Roots “Proceed 2.0” feat Roy Ayers

Brilliant re-version of “Proceed” by the legendary Roots crew featuring Roy Ayers on vibraphone.

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Odd Future – Live on Jimmy Fallon

Wow, ok. Now THAT is a pretty bold TV debut from the up and coming hardcore rap collective OddFuture. By the way, i’m so happy to just be saying the term hardcore rap, haven’t said that in like 10 years! Anyways, OddFuture bring it in a MAJOR way on the …

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The Life and Encounters of Questlove

What does a genius drummer/producer do when he is bored? Questlove recounts his life and his encounters, it’s worth the detour. So much interesting peoples and stories ! A very good read. Follow this link to read Quest’s yarns : http://hypnagogics.com/questo/ It’s kind of on the same vibe as Charlie …

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Show Review : The Roots @ MTL Jazz Fest

Hip-Hop’s last standing group deliver another scorcher of a show to the Montreal Jazz Fest audience. The Roots Live are a sure thing, like Michael Jordan with the last shot in the 4th quarter… It was the fourth time I’ve seen the Philly group so it would only be normal …

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