Common and ?uestlove, Co-curators of the 2009 Hennessy Artistry Series
Common and The Roots’ ?uestlove are the co-curators for the 2009 Hennessy Artisry Series. Here’s the latest updates on the series, where Common and ?uestlove discuss the importance of real art, real talent versus the corporate commerce aspect of the Hennessy Artistry series.
Hennessy, the best selling Cognac in the world and one of the most celebrated and storied brands in history, announces the fourth annual edition of the acclaimed Hennessy Artistry series, a four-city slate of musical performances that promise to deliver an electrifying experience of unexpected blends: musical, artistic, cultural — and flavorful.
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Series dates
- Chicago 9/12
- Atlanta 9/19
- Houston 10/3
- New York 10/7
Hey Look, It’s Khari!
McJAWN’s very good friend, musician, and one of The Roots producers, Khari Mateen shows Philly 360° Creative Ambassador around “his” neck of the woods. He also explains why Philadelphia is such a special place… awww, Khari, you’re special.
The Roots Present the Jam (Chinatown Bus)
Fuck, I’m mad about this one. I have a lot of work to do, so I can’t make it out tonight, but I really really really wish I could. I mean, I’ve seen The Roots play over a dozen times. I just can’t get enough of them. If you’re out in NYC tonight, go to this. BTW check out EXPLICIT ILLS, where you can catch Blackthought showcasing his acting skillz. Dude, CAPA has really prepared us all haha.
When: Thu 3/5 (11:30PM)
Where: Highline Ballroom
Address: 431 W 16th Street New York
Cost: $12
Best of The Roots
The Official Promo Mixtape for the new Roots LP, Game Theory, J.Period’s “Best of the Roots” is a one-of-a-kind collector’s CD packed with over 50 tracks of Roots classics, rarities and J.Period remixes. Features 6 exclusive new Black Thought freestyles and original tracks produced by J.Period! Guest appearances from Jay-Z, Rakim, Nas, Busta Rhymes, Big Pun, Stevie Wonder and more!
More Info: http://phillyshit.blogspot.com/2009/01/best-of-roots.html
?uestlove Talking with Semtex
?uestlove talking with Semtex about The Roots new gig with the Jimmy Fallon’s show, the bus crash in Belgium, and how just how difficult it is to entertain people of different races.
The Roots to Retire from Touring, Join Late Night Show
The Roots will take a break from their non-stop touring schedule beginning next March. The band will be trading in its tour bus to join comedian Jimmy Fallon’s new late night talk show as his full-time house band.
Roots’ frontman ?uestlove broke the news during an interview at the group’s show in Chicago last week. A YouTube video with the announcement has since been pulled off the Internet.
Fallon’s show replaces Conan O’Brien’s “Late Night” on NBC next year, while Conan takes over for Jay Leno’s “Tonight Show.”
More Info: http://www.rap-up.com/2008/11/16/the-roots-to-retire-from-touring-join-late-night-show/
?uestlove’s Nike Air Questo
Yeeea Son Philly’s on the Map, and yet again it’s those 52nd and Market boys the Roots Crew putting us there. With enough ill releases this year to make Weezy look like he’s out of the loop Nike has teamed up with the man under the fro none other than ?uestlove himself to develop the Nike Air Questo. The Air Force 1 low top has just dropped in an earthquake green bottom and red sole edition which is part of a package with a gold and red shoe. The original prices are upwards of 500 dollars but the boxes are numbered and signed as they are all limited edition kicks. We all know how you Illadelph cats love your kicks and these do not disappoint, NikeTalk has been all over these for a minute now and It’s great to finally see them out. There’s a pretty cool interview a Nike.Com between Andre ” I got robbed at the dunk contest” Iguadla and ?uest about the design process for the shoe, which love had a lot to do with. It’s good to see the Roots finally get theirs. Keep your eyes peeled around the city for these jawns.
