and then you shoot your cousin
“…and then you shoot your cousin” is the 11th studio album by The Roots. It’s the second concept album after “Undun”, and holds features from Raheem DeVaughn, Mercedes Martinez, Greg Porn, and frequent collaborator Dice Raw. Preview tracks of “When The People Cheer” and “Tomorrow” below. Out on Def Jam Recordings, purchase online on iTunes or Amazon. […]
recovered
The Robert Glasper Experiment‘s new EP “Black Radio Recovered” comes with remix versions by Pete Rock, 9th Wonder, Georgia Anne Muldrow, Questlove and Jewels. You can now listen to Pete Rock’s remix of “Black Radio” featuring Yasiin Bey, 9th Wonder’s “Afro Blue” featuring Erykah Badu and Georgia Anne Muldrow’s “The Consequences of Jealousy” featuring Meshell […]
karriem riggins produced that
Producer and jazz-drummer Karriem Riggins made a selection off his hip-hop production. The compilation includes production for artists such as J. Dilla, Common, Erykah Badu, The Roots, Slum Village, Madlib, Dwele. His new album “Alone Together” will be released this fall via Stones Throw. Full tracklist and info here. Download the podcast via iTunes or MP3 direct. Stream […]
the madden sessions
Okayplayer and Mick Boogie present “illadelph/matic”, a unique mix of rarities and remixes featuring Nas and The Roots. M. Boogs put the mix together for Madden Bowl 2012–part of this year’s Superbowl events. Madden Bowl 2012 features live performances from Mick Boogie, Nas and The Roots. Download the mix here. illadelph/matic from MickBoogie on Vimeo. Tracklist: 01 Intro […]
undun
On december 2. the new concept album “undun” by the Roots will be released – you can now stream the entire album below (thanks to tape.tv) or on NPR. Pre-order the album on iTunes/Amazon. Support: Facebook // Official // Twitter // tape.tv
stolen moments • part 1
Stolen Moments – Part 1 one hour full of soulful jazz and hip-hop tracks by Madlib, The Roots, RH Factor, Nostalgia 77, Bonobo, José James, Greyboy, Jill Scott and others. Listen below on Mixcloud. Tracklist: 01 Intro 02 Madlib – Montara 03 The Roots – Breezin (feat. George Benson) 04 Roy Hargrove – And The RH […]
grapes on a vine
Betty Wright joins forces with The Roots for the release of her upcoming album entitled “The Movie”. “Grapes On A Vine” is the first song featuring Lil’ Wayne. Release date is november 15th. Pre-order on iTunes or Amazon. Betty Wright & The Roots – Grapes On A Vine (feat. Lil’ Wayne) Tracklist: 01 Old Songs 02 […]
make my
“Make My” featuring Big K.R.I.T. is the first leak off The Roots’ upcoming concept album “undun”, in stores December 6th. The Roots – Make My (feat. Big K.R.I.T.) Tracklist: 1. Sleep 2. Make My 3. One Time 4. Kool On 5. The Jump 6. Stomp 7. Lighthouse 8. I Remember 9. Tip The Scale 10. Redford Support: Facebook // Official // Twitter
the art of blending
Hennessy present “The Art of Blending”, a vibrant documentary that details their musical experience in 2010, through the eyes of acclaimed filmmaker Thibaut De Longeville. In ‘The Art of Blending’ film, De Longeville documents the musical icons that Hennessy brought together for a special once-in-a-lifetime event – including Chaka Khan, Q-Tip, Mary J Blige, The […]
the road from memphis
Booker T. Jones is about to release a new album “The Road From Memphis” on Anti- Records (due May 10th). Produced by Jones with The Roots’ ?uestlove and Rob Schnapf, Memphis was recorded by Daptone Records mastermind Gabriel Roth with backing by The Roots. Everything Is Everything Representing Memphis (feat. Matt Berninger & Sharon Jones) Support Website // Facebook // MySpace // Twitter
everything is everything
Booker T. Jones (of Booker T & The MG’s) and the Roots get together for their cover version of Lauryn Hill’s “Everything Is Everything”. [audio:http://blog.bklyn.de/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/bookert-jones+the-rootseverything-is-everything.mp3|titles=Booker T. Jones & The Roots – Everything Is Everything] Booker T. Jones & The Roots – Everything Is Everything [audio:http://blog.bklyn.de/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/lauryn-hill-everything-is-everything.mp3|titles=Lauryn Hill – Everything Is Everything] Lauryn Hill – Everything Is Everything
wake up! radio
J.Period, John Legend and The Roots released their “Wake Up! Radio” mixtape. Featuring Black Thought, Rakim, Common, Nneka, Q-Tip, Pete Rock & CL Smooth and more … download the mix here. [audio:http://blog.bklyn.de/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/jperiod+john-legend+the-roots-in-the-ghetto.mp3|titles=J.Period, John Legend & The Roots – In the Ghetto (feat. Black Thought, Rakim)] In the Ghetto (Wake Up!) (feat. Black Thought, Rakim) [audio:http://blog.bklyn.de/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/jperiod+john-legend+the-roots-little-ghetto-boy.mp3|titles=J.Period, John […]
john legend & the roots live
The Live-Performance of John Legend and the Roots current work at Apple Store Soho N.Y. is now available on iTunes. [audio:http://blog.bklyn.de/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/john-legend+the-roots-shine-live.mp3|titles=John Legend & The Roots – Shine (Live)] John Legend & The Roots – Shine (Live)
2010/30
Enjoy the BKLYN Retrospection of 2010 … 30 tracks off a fabulous musically year. 1 Wu-Tang Clan – As Long As Ive Got Cream (Prince of Ballard Edit) (Streched) 2 Kanye West – The Joy 3 Talib Kweli – Cold Rain 4 Ghostface Killah – Superstar (feat. Busta Rhymes) 5 Andre 3000 – I Do 6 Hocus Pocus – Beautiful Losers 7 Nottz – I […]
aloe blacc & the roots
Aloe Blacc performing “I Need A Dollar” with the Roots live at Jimmy Fallon.
selected: miguel atwood-ferguson
[audio:http://blog.bklyn.de/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/carlos-nino-miguel-atwood-ferguson-find-a-way.mp3|titles=Miguel Atwood-Ferguson – Find A Way (feat. Carlos Nino)] Miguel Atwood-Ferguson – Find A Way (feat. Carlos Nino) [audio:http://blog.bklyn.de/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/illa-j-sounds-like-love-carlos-nino-miguel-atwood-ferguson-in-space.mp3|titles=Illa J – Sounds Like Love (Carlos Nino & Miguel Atwood-Ferguson’s In Space Remix)] Illa J – Sounds Like Love (Carlos Nino & Miguel Atwood-Ferguson’s In Space Remix) [audio:http://blog.bklyn.de/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/the-roots-antiquity-miguel-atwood-ferguson.mp3|titles=The Roots – Antiquity (feat. Miguel Atwood-Ferguson)] The Roots – Antiquity (feat. Miguel Atwood-Ferguson) [audio:http://blog.bklyn.de/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/miguel-atwood-ferguson-some-day-well-all-be-free-bilal.mp3|titles=Miguel […]
well, well, well …
[audio:http://blog.bklyn.de/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/duffy-well-well-well-the-roots.mp3|titles=Duffy – Well, Well, Well (feat. The Roots)] Duffy – Well, Well, Well (feat. The Roots) [audio:http://blog.bklyn.de/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/duffy-mercy-questlove-remix.mp3|titles=Duffy – Mercy (Questlove Remix)] Duffy – Mercy (Questlove Remix)
John Legend & The Roots – AOL Sessions
John Legend & The Roots perform a few songs from their album ‘Wake Up!‘ for AOL’s Music session series.
‘wake up‘ mixtape
J.Period, John Legend & The Roots announce the official “Wake Up” Mixtape … download ‘Our Generation featuring Pete Rock‘ for free. [audio:http://blog.bklyn.de/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/j-period-our-generation-remix.mp3|titles=John Legend & The Roots -Our Generation (J.Period Remix) (feat. Pete Rock & CL Smooth)] John Legend & The Roots -Our Generation (J.Period Remix) (feat. Pete Rock & CL Smooth)
little ghetto boy
Enjoy Lohn Legend‘s cover version of Donny Hathaway’s ‘Little Ghetto Boy‘. The new album ‘Wake Up‘ dropps in two weeks … [audio:http://blog.bklyn.de/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/john-legend-the-roots-little-ghetto-boy.mp3|titles=John Legend & The Roots – Little Ghetto Boy] John Legend & The Roots – Little Ghetto Boy [audio:http://blog.bklyn.de/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/donny-hathaway-little-ghetto-boy.mp3|titles=Donny Hathaway – Little Ghetto Boy] Donny Hathaway – Little Ghetto Boy
shine & hard times
Listen to ‘Shine‘ and ‘Hard Times‘ two new tracks of the new John Legend & The Roots album ‘Wake Up‘ which will be released on Sept 21. [audio:http://blog.bklyn.de/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/john-legend-the-roots-hard-times.mp3|titles=John Legend & The Roots – Hard Times (feat. Black Thought)] John Legend & The Roots – Hard Times (feat. Black Thought) [audio:http://blog.bklyn.de/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/john-legend-the-roots-shine.mp3|titles=John Legend & The Roots – […]
i can’t write left-handed
John Legend & The Roots performing their song “I Can’t Write Left-Handed” live in studio. The track is part of their upcoming album “Wake Up” (Release date Sept. 21.) [audio:http://blog.bklyn.de/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/john-legend-the-roots-i-cant-write-left-handed-live-studio.mp3|titles=John Legend & The Roots – I Can’t Write Left-Handed] John Legend & The Roots – I Can’t Write Left-Handed [audio:http://blog.bklyn.de/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/bill-withers-i-cant-write-left-handed.mp3|titles=Bill Withers – I Can’t Write […]
wake up everybody (official video)
[audio:http://blog.bklyn.de/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/john-legend-wake-up-everybody.mp3|titles=John Legend & The Roots – Wake Up Everybody (feat. Common and Melanie Fiona)] John Legend & The Roots – Wake Up Everybody (feat. Common and Melanie Fiona) Follow John Legend on Facebook | Twitter | MySpace
the fire (video)
The new video to Root’s “The Fire” from their new album “How I Got Over” [audio:http://blog.bklyn.de/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/the-roots-the-fire.mp3|titles=The Roots – The Fire (feat. John Legend)] The Roots – The Fire (feat. John Legend) Follow them on Facebook | MySpace
wake up everybody!
John Legend’s and The Roots new album “Wake Up!” will be in stores on Sept. 21. – pre-order your copy here. [audio:http://blog.bklyn.de/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/john-legend-wake-up-everybody.mp3|titles=John Legend & The Roots – Wake Up Everybody (feat. Common and Melanie Fiona)] John Legend & The Roots – Wake Up Everybody (feat. Common and Melanie Fiona) [audio:http://blog.bklyn.de/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/john-legend-our-generation.mp3|titles=John Legend & The Roots – […]
somethings got to give (no. 6)
John Legend & The Roots – Our Generation Rakaa – Aces High (feat. Fashawn, Evidence & Defari) Brother Ali – Breakin’ Dawn Boys (feat. Fashawn & BK-One) Fashawn – Life’s A Bitch (feat. Talib Kweli) The Roots – Now Or Never (feat. Phonte & Dice Raw) Hypnotic Brass Ensemble – Gibbous Curren$y – The Day […]
hard times
The Roots and John Legend performing “Hard Times” of the upcoming new album “Wake Up“. [audio:http://blog.bklyn.de/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/jl-tr-ht.mp3|titles=The Roots & John Legend – Hard Times] The Roots & John Legend – Hard Times
how i got over …
… the new roots album “how i got over” will be out June 22nd, enjoy the new track “the day” featuring Blu, Phonte & Patty Crash. [audio:http://www.chromemusic.de/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/day.mp3|titles=The Roots – The Day] The Roots – The Day [audio:http://www.chromemusic.de/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/walk-alone.mp3|titles=The Roots – Walk Alone] The Roots – Walk Alone (feat. Truck North, P.O.R.N. & Dice Raw) [audio:http://www.chromemusic.de/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/day.mp3|titles=The Roots […]
somethings got to give (no. 4)
The Roots – The Fire (feat. John Legend) LMNO & Kev Brown – Ya Know Orgone – Time Tonight K’naan – America (feat. Mos Def and Chali 2NA) Jurassic 5 – Remember His Name Meklit Hadero – Feeling Good Orgone – Who Knows Who Ed Motta – Coisas Naturais
get your share (vol. 2)
Q4 – Goin’ Down Michael Olatuja – Hold On (feat. Lynden David Hall & Andrew Roachford) Mos Def – Love Oddisee – San Fran Oddisee – Chicago Kev Brown – The Random Joint J Dilla – Last Donut Of The Night Lewis Parker – Mum’s The Word Q-Tip – We Fight/We Love (feat. Raphael Saadiq) […]
somethings got to give (no. 3)
Cee Lo – Closet Freak Little Brother – Make Me Hot (Yam Who Re-Edit) Dwele – I Wish The Roots – Dear God 2.0 Seven Day – Light It Up Ty – Sophisticated & Coarse (feat. Eska) Roots Manuva – Let The Spirit Cornish Waters – Walking Charlie Dark & Roger Robinson – Prayers For […]
step into the realm
Here you can listen to the full live concert at woodstock 1999 .