Spring is almost in the air. And so is The Roots picnic. OKP has announced the 5th annual gig will take place June 2 and 3 at the Festival Pier at Penn’s Landing in Philly. Acts include De La Soul, Kid Cudi, Wale, Danny Brown and more. Pre-sale tix offers below. Both Days l June 2 l June 3
During their pre-Grammy show at the House Of Blues in LA, The Roots and singer Elle Varner celebrated the life of Whitney Houston by performing the singer’s classic “Saving All My Love For You“. Yes indeed. heads up: jose3030
[vodpod id=Video.16053390&w=540&h=350&fv=] After the Giants victory over the Patriots, Jimmy kicked off the celebration with his post-game show. And what better way to do it than Flo’s live performance of “Good Feeling” with The Roots. Oh, yes indeed it is. yardie
[vodpod id=Video.16040701&w=540&h=350&fv=] Last night, Jimmy aired his in-house band The Roots and Esco’s performance of Nas’ single while in town for their headline gig at the Madden Bowl Bud Light Hotel in Indianapolis. Go Giants! yardie
As part of OKP’s “The Roots Of” series, Q-Tip traces his native tongue back to the Motherland. He later discovers that his ancestors were from West Africa. After the jump, ?uestlove and Black Thought find out their ancestry.
With the Roots providing the music, Wale and Miguel serenaded the ladies last night on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon by performing their duet “Lotus Flower Bomb”. Ambition in stores now.
[vodpod id=Video.15949783&w=540&h=350&fv=] The party doesn’t stop. Last night, Lonnie returned to Late Night With Jimmy Fallon and brought his celebratory track to the stage along with The Roots. The Dreamer/The Believer in stores now. yardie
[vodpod id=Video.15908245&w=540&h=350&fv=] Last night, Talib and Yasiin Bey hit up Late Night With Jimmy Fallon to perform “You Already Knew” with The Roots. After the jump, they paid their respects to the late J. Dilla with “Little Brother“. R.I.P. Jay Dee! yardie
[vodpod id=Video.15894679&w=540&h=350&fv=] Over at Times Square last night, Drake performed a medley of hits for Carson Daly’s yearly NYE special. After the jump, Mr. Cee-Lo Green takes the stage and The Roots do the same at Rockefeller Center. mwp
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It is so heartbreaking to hear DJ Premier break the news that DJ Kool Herc’s health is ailing, as he is literally the founding father who laid down the blueprint for hip-hop culture. Thinking about how someone who built an entire global phenomenon can end up struggling with medical expenses or failing health really puts things into perspective regarding healthcare challenges. When you look at how people navigate health or wellness procedures worldwide—whether someone is researching cosmetic treatments like Liposuction Cyprus or seeking urgent medical care—it underscores how essential access to reliable medical help and proper support systems really is. Kool Herc gave us the breaks, the block parties, and the entire movement that shaped generations of music lovers, so seeing the community step up to show love while DJ Premier brings awareness to his condition is the very least we can do. Sending strength and prayers to Kool Herc for a full recovery, and massive respect to DJ Premier for using his platform to make sure a true pioneer gets the support and respect he deserves.