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Questlove Curates Fourth of July Jam, the Roots to Headline

Having just completed their fourth annual Roots Picnic, the hardest working band in show biz, the Roots, have been announced as the headliners of the "largest free concert in America": Philly's Fourth of July Jam. ...Read More »

Questlove, YouTube's Karmin Cover Nicki Minaj's 'Super Bass'

By now, the hip-hop and R&B community is well-aware of Karmin, the Boston pop outfit made up of Amy Heidemann and Nick Noonan. ...Read More »

Questlove and Q-Tip to Headline Japan Benefit Jazz Concert

Acclaimed jazz musician Marcus Miller has recruited Roots' drummer Questlove and Q-Tip to headline an all-star benefit concert for Japanese tsunami relief. ...Read More »

Questlove Pays Tribute to Roy Ayers in New Documentary

Legendary neo-soul musician Roy Ayers will be honored in an upcoming documentary titled ‘The Roy Ayers Project.’ ...Read More »

Ashley Judd Backtracks, Says No Problem With Hip-Hop

While on a promotional blitz for her new book, 'All That Is Bitter, and Sweet,' Ashley Judd has been causing quite an uproar in the hip-hop community for blasting the genre's music. After coming under fire for her words, now the actress is explaining exactly what she meant. ...Read More »

Questlove Responds to Ashley Judd's Attack on Hip-Hop

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. ...Read More »

Nicki Minaj, the Roots Team With Casio for New York City Show

Last night (April 7) at the Best Buy Theater in New York City, Nicki Minaj and the Roots teamed up for the launch of the Casio Tryx camera, an innovative shape-shifting pocket cam. ...Read More »

Questlove Calls Nicki Minaj, Lil' Kim Beef a 'Lovefest'

Roots drummer Questlove is weighing in on the never ending beef between Nicki Minaj and Lil Kim, and according to the Philadelphia native, the discrepancy between the two ladies is nothing more than a "love fest." ...Read More »

The Roots to Jam at Inaugural Comedy Central Awards

Comedy Central will tape its inaugural Comedy Awards on Saturday (March 26) with tunes courtesy of The Roots. ...Read More »

The Roots Tap Nas, Wiz Khalifa for the 4th Annual Roots Picnic

The Roots have announced the lineup for their fourth annual picnic which will take place at the festival pier in Philadelphia on June 4. ...Read More »

Watch 'The Legendary,' a New Documentary About the Roots

Dustin Cohen for AOL What would it be like to play in the Roots? What would it be like to play ...Read More »

Ne-Yo, Chaka Khan Hit the 7th Annual Roots Jam Session

or their 7th Annual Roots Jam Session held at the Music Box in Hollywood, Saturday night (Feb. 12), the crew celebrated their six Grammy nominations, jamming well into the early morning hours to a standing room only crowd. ...Read More »

John Legend & the Roots Grab Grammys for 'Shine,' 'Wake Up!'

It's turning out to be a big night for John Legend and the Roots. The R&B crooner and the rap band have snagged three Grammys for their collaborative album 'Wake Up!.' ...Read More »

Top 14 Hip-Hop Love Songs

When you think love songs, you probably don't think ...Read More »

John Legend & The Roots Talk Nina Simone on 'Wake Up!'

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Jimmy Fallon to Host The Roots' 7th Annual Jam Session

The Roots are the coolest band on late night television, holding down the fort on 'Late Night With Jimmy Fallon.' So, it only makes sense that the Fallon returns the favor. The comedian has signed on to host the hip-hop band's 7th Annual Roots Jam Session during Grammy week in Los Angeles on Feb. 12. ...Read More »

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