Questlove Supreme
411 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 1.7K ratingsQuestlove Supreme is a fun, irreverent and educational weekly podcast that digs deep into the stories of musical legends and cultural icons in a way that only Questlove and Team Supreme can deliver. Led by Each episode is driven by conversation ranging from the guest’s origins (along with a few never-before-revealed secrets to their success) to their life passions and current projects. This is not your typical interview show. This is about legends and legends in the making bringing their legacy to life in their own words. Previous guests have included Usher, Michelle Obama, Chris Rock, Steve Miller, Maya Rudolph, Weird Al, Chaka Khan, Babyface and many more.
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QLS Classics: Tessa Thompson
June 06, 2022 04:01 - 1 hour - 66.1 MBStar of Sorry to Bother You and Creed holds court about falling into acting, social activism, potato salad, Philly cheesesteaks and goat love. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Steve Ferrone Pt. 2
June 01, 2022 04:01 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBFor a special Questlove Supreme episode, Questlove interviews one of his heroes, Steve Ferrone. In part 2, Steve tells a great story about meeting Prince and recalls his time working with Average White Band, Duran Duran, Chaka Khan, Rick James, and Tom Petty. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
QLS Classic: Peanut Butter Wolf
May 30, 2022 05:26 - 1 hour - 89.1 MBIndie record label founder, Producer and DJ, Peanut Butter Wolf, talks growing up in the Bay Area and how Stones Throw Records became the authoritative underground hip hop label it is today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Steve Ferrone Pt. 1
May 25, 2022 14:39 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBFor a special Questlove Supreme episode, Questlove interviews one of his heroes, Steve Ferrone. In part 1, Steve talks about growing up in England, his drummer influences, and going from Bloodstone into Average White Band. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
QLS Classic: Stokley
May 23, 2022 15:42 - 1 hour - 102 MBThis week’s QLS classic aired May 15, 2018. Listen as Quest and Team Supreme sit down with singer, musician and percussionist Stokley. He speaks on how imitation helped him find his voice, his early days with Mint Condition and how everything changed once he signed with Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Joan Jett
May 18, 2022 04:01 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MBJoan Jett speaks to Questlove Supreme about her time with The Runaways, making hits with The Blackhearts, and her decision to create a new acoustic collection. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
QLS Classic: Tom Silverman
May 16, 2022 04:01 - 2 hours - 160 MBTom Silverman, founder of the Hip-Hop/Dance label Tommy Boy Records talks about his early days in radio, how Disco never actually died, and the all important fifth pillar of Hip-Hop: knowledge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Eric Roberson Pt. 2
May 11, 2022 04:01 - 56 minutes - 51.9 MBPart two of the Questlove Supreme solo session between Phonte and his friend and collaborator Eric Roberson. The Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter discusses balancing creativity with family and the making of one of his newest songs, "Lessons." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
QLS Classic: DJ Quik
May 09, 2022 11:51 - 1 hour - 87.5 MBThe master of blending reggae, funk, and soul, prolific songwriter, producer, and rapper, DJ Quik's 20-plus year spanning career has been anything but ordinary. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Eric Roberson Pt. 1
May 04, 2022 04:01 - 1 hour - 58.1 MBTeam Supreme’s Phonte interviews his Tigallero collaborator Eric Roberson in the latest QLS solo session. In the first of a two-part episode, the Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter discusses trading major labels for independence and lessons he learned from his father and El Debarge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
QLS Classic: Purple Roundtable
May 02, 2022 04:01 - 2 hours - 124 MBTeam Supreme sits down with Prince biographer, Duane Tudahl, and a roundtable of Prince's associates to share stories about the legendary artist. Recorded at Sunset Sound, one of the studios to capture Prince's 'Purple Rain.' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Elvis Costello Pt. 2
April 27, 2022 04:14 - 1 hour - 84.7 MBTeam Supreme’s Suga Steve concludes his far-ranging interview with Elvis Costello in part 2 of this Solo Session. This show was recorded at legendary Electric Lady Studio A and finds Suga and Elvis continuing to explore all aspects of Elvis’ career and how it relates to his work with the Roots and his place in music history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Elvis Costello Pt.1
April 20, 2022 04:01 - 2 hours - 111 MBTeam Supreme’s Suga Steve, a lifelong Elvis Costello fan, sits and talks with Elvis in Electric Lady Studio A, to be aired as two episodes. Spurred on by a clearly amused Questlove, this is the deepest dive possible into The Roots’ and Elvis’ Wise Up Ghost album and the 50-year career of an enduring music superstar. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Teedra Moses
April 13, 2022 11:37 - 1 hour - 98.9 MBThis episode is all about your favorite singer’s favorite singer! Teedra Moses has consistently redefined what it means to be an R&B artist since she the debut of Complex Simplicity. Listen as she opens up about the real-life inspiration to her songs, J Dilla’s influence, and more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
QLS Classic: Joi
April 11, 2022 17:29 - 1 hour - 106 MBSinger, songwriter and producer Joi talks about how her debut album changed the direction of Madonna's Bedtime Stories, working with Fishbone, her spot in the Dungeon Family tree and so much more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Daryl Hall
April 06, 2022 15:38 - 1 hour - 76.3 MBPart two of this special Questlove Supreme continues with Daryl Hall. Daryl discusses his formative music years in Philadelphia, the stories behind his hits alongside John Oates, and why he is taking time to emphasize his important solo catalog. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
QLS Classic: Michael Brauer
April 04, 2022 12:47 - 1 hour - 84.9 MBGrammy winning mix engineer Michael Brauer talks about the art of engineering, his studio secrets and what it was like working with artists such as Coldplay, Luther Vandross, Aretha Franklin, Grace Jones and more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John Oates
March 30, 2022 16:48 - 1 hour - 97.4 MBIn the first of a special two-part episode of Questlove Supreme, John Oates details his hand and history as one-half of music's best-selling duo. John discusses the evolution of Hall & Oates, being next-door neighbors with Hunter S. Thompson, and which classic song began as a Reggae jam. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
QLS Classic: Kimbra
March 28, 2022 05:13 - 1 hour - 63.6 MBRecording artist Kimbra talks about what it's like being a New Zealander, the rural wildlife of Silver Lake, California and how she makes records. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Monica Lynch Pt. 2
March 23, 2022 04:01 - 1 hour - 86.7 MBWomen's History Month at Questlove Supreme continues with part two of the Monica Lynch episode. The former A&R-turned-president of Tommy Boy Records shares vivid memories surrounding Naughty By Nature, Club Nouveau, Queen Latifah, and RuPaul. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Monica Lynch Pt. 1
March 16, 2022 04:01 - 1 hour - 89.3 MBQuestlove Supreme continues our celebration of Women's History Month with an interview with Monica Lynch. In part one, the former A&R-turned-president of Tommy Boy Records revisits the late 1970s New York City scene, including tips for getting into Studio 54. She also recalls memories surrounding Force M.D.'s, Stetsasonic, and De La Soul. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
QLS Classic: Common
March 14, 2022 04:01 - 1 hour - 101 MBHip hop artist, actor and poet Common talks about how being an NBA ballboy brought him courtside for Michael Jordan's rookie season, his musical influences and personal memories of his time with J Dilla. Recorded in front of a live audience. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bonnie Raitt
March 09, 2022 05:07 - 1 hour - 99.9 MBWe are joined by Grammy Award winner Bonnie Raitt on this week's episode of Questlove Supreme. She joins Team Supreme to discuss carrying on Blues traditions and making sure pioneers got paid. Bonnie also explains why she cannot perform a show without playing one of her most impactful hits. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
QLS Classic: Prince Paul
March 07, 2022 05:01 - 2 hours - 119 MBLegendary producer and DJ Prince Paul talks about his contributions to early Hip-Hop, winning Grammys with Chris Rock and some of the ways he shaped the sound of De La Soul, 3rd Bass, Queen Latifah, and more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Deniece Williams
March 02, 2022 05:01 - 1 hour - 95.2 MBThis week's episode of Questlove Supreme features the beautiful voice of Deniece Williams. After working with Stevie Wonder and Earth Wind & Fire, Niecy broke out into a Grammy-winning solo career that has spanned decades and multiple genres. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
QLS Classic: David Alan Grier
February 28, 2022 05:01 - 2 hours - 127 MBDavid Alan Grier dishes memories from his early days as a Broadway actor to starring in the hit TV show, In Living Color. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fred Hammond Pt. 2
February 23, 2022 05:01 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBY'all ready for a Questlove Supreme first? We have yet to dive into the world of gospel, so you know if we gonna do it, it has to be done right! That's why the first gospel artist to sit with us is the great change-maker and supreme innovator, Fred Hammond! Yup, another legendary conversation, and 2-parter. Oh, and keep your ears open for a special guest cohost with his own gospel roots...This is Questlove Supreme with Fred Hammond part 2. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.ih...
QLS Classic: Gary Clark Jr.
February 21, 2022 05:01 - 1 hour - 91.6 MBAustin rocker and axman, Gary Clark Jr., brings blues-rock center stage in 2019 as he joins Team Supreme to talk about his journey from booking gigs at 14, to collaborating with The Rolling Stones and Eric Clapton and his new album, "This Land." Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fred Hammond Pt. 1
February 16, 2022 05:01 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBY'all ready for a Questlove Supreme first? We have yet to dive into the world of gospel, so you know if we gonna do it, it has to be done right! That's why the first gospel artist to sit with us is the great change-maker and supreme innovator, Fred Hammond! Yup, another legendary conversation, and 2-parter. Oh, and keep your ears open for a special guest cohost with his own gospel roots...This is Questlove Supreme with Fred Hammond part 1. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.ih...
QLS Classic: DJ Premier
February 14, 2022 20:29 - 2 hours - 160 MBHouston's very own DJ Premier talks about how he got his name, what it was like to leave Texas to make it in NYC and how he found musical enlightenment. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mic Murphy
February 09, 2022 05:01 - 1 hour - 90.1 MBOur guest is the founding member of one of the most legendary futuristic electro-funk duos, The System. Mic Murphy joins Team Supreme to talk about the club scene in New York at the end of the '70s and influencing multiple generations of artists. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
QLS Classic: Charlie Wilson
February 07, 2022 05:01 - 1 hour - 99.5 MBSinger, songwriter and lead vocalist for The Gap Band, Charlie Wilson talks about signing with Snoop, showing Michael Jackson the moonwalk and other ways his work has influenced music and pop culture. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Will Smith
February 02, 2022 05:01 - 1 hour - 65.2 MBQuestlove and Team Supreme present, a conversation with Will Smith. Thank you and you are welcome. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Introducing: The MLK Tapes
January 31, 2022 09:00 - 2 minutesHi, QuestLove Supreme fans! iHeartPodcasts and TenderfootTV are excited to announce The MLK Tapes - a brand new podcast that takes a second look at the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. We think you'll enjoy the thrilling storytelling, but don't just take our word for it. Check out the trailer to decide for yourself! About The MLK Tapes: According to the official story, on April 4th, 1968, a lone gunman assassinated Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, Tenne...
2021 Rap Up with Mad Skillz Pt. 2
January 26, 2022 05:01 - 55 minutes - 51.2 MBOnce upon a time in late December of 2021 Quest and Team Supreme had one of the realest conversations ever with your favorite MC's favorite MC and ghostwriter. This 2 part conversation with the artist some call Skillz, now back to his original moniker Mad Skillz, touches on this intriguing hip hop journey, the mysteries behind his highly anticipated annual Rap Up's and some Hip Hop Confessions that knock Quest and Team Supreme off their feet! Put your seatbelts on! Learn more about your ad...
2021 Rap Up with Mad Skillz Pt. 1
January 19, 2022 05:01 - 1 hour - 59.5 MBOnce upon a time in late December of 2021 Quest and Team Supreme had one of the realest conversations ever with your favorite MC's favorite MC and ghostwriter. This 2 part conversation with the artist some call Skillz, now back to his original moniker Mad Skillz, touches on this intriguing hip hop journey, the mysteries behind his highly anticipated annual Rap Up's and some Hip Hop Confessions that knock Quest and Team Supreme off their feet! Put your seatbelts on! Learn more about your ad...
Doug E. Fresh Pt. 2
January 12, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 78.7 MBLegendary episode alert! Or should we say an episode with a legend alert!?! Both would be true in speaking of Doug E. Fresh and while you may know the music, what do you know about the journey? Class starts now as Quest and Team Supreme attempt to dive into the life of one of the most important figures in music. Take a listen to part 2! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Doug E. Fresh Pt. 1
January 05, 2022 05:01 - 1 hour - 85.8 MBLegendary episode alert! Or should we say an episode with a legend alert!?! Both would be true in speaking of Doug E. Fresh and while you may know the music, what do you know about the journey? Class starts now as Quest and Team Supreme attempt to dive into the life of one of the most important figures in music. Take a listen to part 1! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
QLS Classic: Bernard Purdie & Chuck Rainey
January 03, 2022 05:01 - 1 hour - 81.5 MBQuestlove sits down with legendary musicians Chuck Rainey and Bernard Purdie to talk through how they influenced and, in some cases, invented the ubiquitous groove that’s become the music of our lives. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
QLS Classic: A Very Gina Rodriguez Christmas
December 13, 2021 05:01 - 1 hour - 93 MBActress and model Gina Rodriguez stops by to enjoy libations and celebrate the 2017 holidays, congratulate Phonte on his nuptials, find out how Team Supreme knows each other and talk about her projects. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
QLS Classic: 2016 Year in Review
December 06, 2021 05:01 - 2 hours - 160 MBQuestlove and Team Supreme reflect on what was lost and gained in 2016. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
QLS Classic: 2016 Holiday Episode
November 29, 2021 05:01 - 2 hours - 147 MBQuestlove, Phonte and Team Supreme talk about their personal, religious and cultural traditions and share some of their favorite holiday memories. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
QLS Classic: Black TV Writers Roundtable Pt.2
November 15, 2021 05:01 - 1 hour - 64.4 MBIn part two of a special black Hollywood roundtable, Team Supreme sits down with TV writers Tracey Ashley, Diallo Riddle, Bashir Salahuddin, and Angela Nissel to discuss how the black media landscape is changing. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
QLS Classic: Black TV Writers Roundtable Pt.1
November 08, 2021 05:01 - 1 hour - 68.6 MBBreaking down the state of Black hollywood, acclaimed writers, Tracey Ashley, Diallo Riddle, Bashir Salahuddin, and Angela Nissel get real with Team Supreme on part one of this two-part Black TV writers' roundtable. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Taking A Break!
November 05, 2021 22:17 - 1 minute - 1.31 MBHey QLS fam, not to worry! We are just doing something we've never done before on this show... taking a break! We'll be back soon, but in the meantime we'll be putting out great classic episodes for you, or you can go back, check out old shows you may have missed. And tell your friends! We'll be back soon. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
QLS Classic: Jon Batiste
November 01, 2021 04:01 - 1 hour - 106 MBMusician Jon Batiste joins Team Supreme to rehash his journey from small-town Louisiana to Musical Director of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Carlos Santana
October 27, 2021 04:01 - 1 hour - 97 MBSaying this episode of Questlove Supreme is the most spiritual and life changing thus far may have the skeptics scratching their heads, UNTIL you hear that this week's guest is the truly miraculous, Carlos Santana. Listen as the man who has blessed the world with 5 decades of momentous rhythms shares his history, inspirations and his soul with Quest, Team Supreme and our very special guest host, "Captain" Kirk Douglas. Legendary...... Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartp...
QLS Classic: Snoop Dogg
October 20, 2021 05:02 - 1 hour - 101 MBThe legendary Snoop Dogg joins Team Supreme to talk Doggystyle, producing with Dr. Dre, and how he became the ultimate entrepreneur. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bernadette Cooper
October 13, 2021 04:01 - 1 hour - 103 MBThis episode of Questlove Supreme brings to the stage a pioneer whose flowers should be constant. In the words of our leader Bernadette Cooper is "beyond diva, beyond legend, she just is ...". She just is the bandleader and creator of one of the first bad ass all female bands (Klymaxx), she just is a phenomenal percussionist who has happened to produce records for some of the greatest singers of our time. She just is........ greatness. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheart...
QLS Classic: Lalah Hathaway
October 11, 2021 04:01 - 2 hours - 116 MBGrammy winning singer Lalah Hathaway talks about carrying on her father Donny's legacy, working with Prince, singing overtones like it's no big deal and her deep love of video games (plus, loads of Words of Wisdom with Suga Steve). Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.