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QLS Classic: Leon Sylvers III Jul 24, 2023

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Legendary multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and producer Leon Sylvers III talks about the secrets of his craft, helping Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis get their start and producing acts like The Whispers, Shalomar, Dynasty and more.

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Questlove Supreme: Leroy Burgess Part 2 Jul 19, 2023

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Questlove Supreme has wanted to speak with Leroy Burgess for years, and now it has happened. The legendary singer, songwriter, and producer revisits his New York City upbringing. For Part 2, Leroy details the music that makes him a post-disco/boogie pioneer. He recalls his time with Logg, The Universal Robot Band, and Bumble Bee Unlimited. Leroy also shares his experience meeting Rick James and writing a hit for the late star. He also discusses new music and how his classic formula for song-making remains.

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Questlove Supreme: Leroy Burgess Part 1 Jul 12, 2023

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For years, Questlove Supreme has wanted to speak with Leroy Burgess and now it has happened. The legendary singer, songwriter, and producer revisits his New York City upbringing. In Part 1, he explains his family ties to Thom Bell, Ricky Bell, Robert "Kool" Bell, and others, and recalls the formation of Black Ivory. In this episode he also speaks about sampling, and the different experiences he had watching his music become source material for Q-Tip, Raekwon, Grand Puba, and others.

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QLS Classic: Gilles Peterson Jul 10, 2023

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Pioneering DJ and record label owner Gilles Peterson talks about the politics of early pirate radio, how he broke artists like Jamiroquai, Brand New Heavies and even The Roots, and his passion for helping the right music find the right audience.

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Questlove Supreme: Angie Martinez Jul 05, 2023

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Angie Martinez links with Questlove Supreme in New York City. "The Voice Of New York" speaks candidly about her upbringing, a fearless passion for Hip-Hop, and career expansion throughout the last 30 years. Along the way, Angie recalls her unique vantage point for the JAY-Z and Nas radio battle, some controversial interviews, and the importance of family.

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Questlove Supreme: President Bill Clinton Jun 28, 2023

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Questlove Supreme salutes Black Music Month in style with a special interview with Bill Clinton. The 42nd President of the United States and Founder and Board Chair of the Clinton Foundation brings some vinyl with him to the in-studio interview as he discusses his love of Jazz, Rhythm & Blues, and more—and recalls the actions he took in the White House to support that passion. While chatting with Team Supreme, President Clinton revisits his saxophone playing on Arsenio Hall, and offers some powerful advice and wisdom to people on how to go about their lives.

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QLS Classic: 2016 Roots Picnic Part 2 Jun 26, 2023

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Recorded from the 2016 Roots Picnic in NYC: Part II features appearances from Jungle Brothers, Emily Wells, Yuna, Daniel "Bambaata" Marley, Freeway, and E.Z.Mo Breezy from Grits & Biscuits.

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QLS Classic: Roots Picnic 2016 Part 1 Jun 19, 2023

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Recorded from the 2016 Roots Picnic in NYC: Part I features appearances from X-Ambassadors, Stretch and Bobbito, and Lady Leshurr.

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Questlove Supreme Live From The 2023 Roots Picnic Jun 14, 2023

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Team Supreme kicks it at the 2023 Roots Picnic. Recorded on stage at Philadelphia's Mann Center, this episode features some guest roll calls, thoughtful questions from a live audience, and an impromptu appearance by a friend of the show, Donald, from the band Khruangbin.

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The Questlove Supreme Pilot: From The Vaults Jun 07, 2023

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Travel back to 2016 to experience the never-before-heard pilot episode of Questlove Supreme. Ahmir, Phonte, Boss Bill, and Suga Steve interviewed the award-winning producer, musician, and songwriter Bill Sherman. By the end of this loose and funny discussion, "Unpaid Bill" was part of the Team Supreme family—even if he did not know it yet.

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