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Jay-Z and The Roots to Headline Roots Picnic 2026 in Philadelphia: 'Bucket-List Moments'
HOV is returning to the stage for the first time since 2018.
Questlove Teases Soulquarians Reunion Inspired by D'Angelo's Death
The Roots drummer reveals plans to revive his legendary crew of collaborators.
Eve Awarded Grammy for 25-Year-Old Verse on The Roots' "You Got Me"
The Philly rapper has finally been given her flowers for her appearance on the 1999 hit single.
Questlove Confirms Posthumous D’Angelo Album Is Coming Soon
The musician and producer said the project will stick to the D'Angelo formula while looking towards the "future."
Questlove Reflects on Rehearsing With D'Angelo for 2025 Roots Picnic: 'Something Felt Different'
The singer backed out of the performance just months before he died from pancreatic cancer.
Redman Tells Black Thought He Was 'Actually Hurt' After The Roots Rejected His Verse
The rapper opened up about being left out of a Roots project in the ’90s, while Black Thought explained why it never made the cut.
Scott Storch Looks Back on Exit From The Roots: 'They Called Me the White Devil'
Scott Storch looks back on his time with The Roots.
Questlove Says He 'Was So Shocked' Kendrick Lamar Paid Homage to The Roots With "Squabble Up" Video
Questlove says he was "shocked" that Dot acknowledged the group.
D’Angelo to Perform in Front of Full Audience for the First Time in Nine Years at Roots Picnic
The Grammy Award-winning musician's third album, 'Black Messiah,' was released in 2014.
Lil Wayne’s Daughter Slams People Hating on Father’s ‘SNL 50’ Performance
Weezy performed a medley of his hit songs for the 50th Anniversary of 'Saturday Night Live.'
Watch Babyface, Wale, Lil Wayne, and More Perform at 2024 Roots Picnic
Fans left Fairmount Park grounds wanting more and excited for next year's festival.
Black Thought Talks About 'Scaring Off' J. Cole From Collaboration, Praises Rapper for Apologizing to Kendrick Lamar
The Roots frontman says that Cole once approached him about doing a joint album, but the beat selection wasn't right.
Black Thought Names His Top 5 Rappers, Says It ‘Has Always Revolved Around My Foundation'
The Roots leader looked to 1980s hip-hop pioneers as the "foundation" of his dexterous wordplay.
Questlove Following ‘Summer of Soul’ Directing Debut With ‘The Aristocats’ Live-Action Remake for Disney
Academy Award-winning documentary director and Roots drummer Questlove is set to helm a live-action remake of the 1970 Disney movie The Aristocats.
Roots Picnic Announces 2023 Lineup f/ Diddy, Lil Uzi Vert, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Dave Chappelle, and More
The 2023 edition of Roots Picnic will feature Lil Uzi Vert, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Dave Chappelle, Diddy, and many more performing in Philadelphia.
Missy Elliott, Busta Rhymes, Nelly, and More Celebrate Hip-Hop's 50th Anniversary With Epic Grammys Performance
The Grammy Awards celebrated Hip-Hop's 50th anniversary with appearances from Missy Elliott, Busta Rhymes, LL Cool J, Questlove, Black Thought, and more.
Questlove Says Lil Yachty’s ‘Let’s Start Here’ Album Has Him ‘Hyped About Music’s Future’
Lil Yachty's new album 'Let's Start Here' has garnered widespread acclaim since its release last Friday, including from Grammy and Oscar winner Questlove.
Roots Picnic Announces 2022 Lineup f/ Mary J. Blige, Freddie Gibbs, Summer Walker, Chief Keef, Tierra Whack, More
The Roots Picnic has shared the official lineup for its 2022 comeback, with headlining sets from Mary J. Blige, Summer Walker, Wizkid, and more.