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Questlove's previous books include Mo' Meta Blues and Soul Train. He also teaches a class about classic albums at New York University. Ben Watts/Courtesy of the artist hide caption

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Questlove On Prince, Doo-Wop And The Food Equivalent Of The 'Mona Lisa'

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April 27, 2016 • In his new book, somethingtofoodabout, The Roots' drummer discusses the artistry involved in creating a great meal. "I'm more obsessed with the journey ... than the destination," Questlove says.

Questlove On Prince, Doo-Wop And The Food Equivalent Of The 'Mona Lisa'

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Ahmir Thompson Reflects On His 'Roots'

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March 13, 2009 • Drummer Ahmir Thompson, also known as "Questlove," talked with Fresh Air in 2003 about his career in the hip-hop group The Roots.

Ahmir Thompson Reflects On His 'Roots'

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The Roots: Rising Up with 'Rising Down'

April 29, 2008 • Ahmir "?uestlove" Thompson of The Roots talks about the band's new album, Rising Down, as well as the scarcity of black bands signed to major U.S. record labels.

The Roots: Rising Up with 'Rising Down'

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The Philadelphia Experiment

July 28, 2001 • One part hip-hop, two parts jazz and a whole lotta Philly — that's what happens when you mix three master musicians, unrehearsed jamming and a risk-taking producer. Scott Simon talks to bassist Christian McBride and producer Aaron Levinson of The Philadelphia Experiment about their experimental new album.

The Philadelphia Experiment

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The History of Hip-Hop

Ahmir Thompson, AKA Questlove

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September 2, 2005 • Ahmir Thompson, aka Questlove, is the drummer for the Grammy-winning hip-hop group The Roots. The sextet melds musical styles: rock 'n' roll, jazz fusion, funk, poetry, shout-outs to hip-hop pioneers, black nationalism and groove-laden neo-soul musings. (This interview originally aired Feb. 6, 2003.)

Ahmir Thompson, AKA Questlove

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