361 episodes

Questlove Supreme is a fun, irreverent and educational weekly podcast that digs deep into the stories of musical legends and cultural icons in a way that only Questlove and Team Supreme can deliver. Led by Each episode is driven by conversation ranging from the guest’s origins (along with a few never-before-revealed secrets to their success) to their life passions and current projects. This is not your typical interview show. This is about legends and legends in the making bringing their legacy to life in their own words. Previous guests have included Usher, Michelle Obama, Chris Rock, Steve Miller, Maya Rudolph, Weird Al, Chaka Khan, Babyface and many more.

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    • 4.6 • 1.8K Ratings

Questlove Supreme is a fun, irreverent and educational weekly podcast that digs deep into the stories of musical legends and cultural icons in a way that only Questlove and Team Supreme can deliver. Led by Each episode is driven by conversation ranging from the guest’s origins (along with a few never-before-revealed secrets to their success) to their life passions and current projects. This is not your typical interview show. This is about legends and legends in the making bringing their legacy to life in their own words. Previous guests have included Usher, Michelle Obama, Chris Rock, Steve Miller, Maya Rudolph, Weird Al, Chaka Khan, Babyface and many more.

    Adam Levine Part 2

    Adam Levine Part 2

    Part 2 of Adam Levine's sitdown with Questlove Supreme features some backstories on Maroon 5 hits and his work with Kanye West. In step with Maroon 5's Las Vegas residency, Adam also speaks about the highs and lows of performing. Past QLS guest PJ Morton makes a surprise return as he and Adam discuss some of their most favorite albums across genres.
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    • 46 min
    QLS Classic: Elvis Costello Part 2

    QLS Classic: Elvis Costello Part 2

    Back in 2022, Team Supreme’s Suga Steve concluded his far-ranging interview with Elvis Costello. This is Part 2 of the first edition of QLS Solo Sessions. This show was recorded at legendary Electric Lady Studio A and finds Suga and Elvis continuing to explore all aspects of Elvis’ career and how it relates to his work with the Roots and his place in music history. 
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    • 1 hr 33 min
    Adam Levine Part 1

    Adam Levine Part 1

    Adam Levine sits down with Questlove Supreme in the studio for a spirited conversation. In Part 1, he speaks about some of the dynamics within his superstar band, Maroon 5. QLS also takes a turn for the random, as Adam reflects on his musical memories while Questlove and Team Supreme lay out some esoteric music history and debate the truth behind vocal rest. One of Adam's first-ever podcast appearances is interesting, informational, and funny.
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    • 51 min
    QLS Classic: Elvis Costello Part 1

    QLS Classic: Elvis Costello Part 1

    Team Supreme’s Suga Steve, a lifelong Elvis Costello fan, sits and talks with Elvis in Electric Lady Studio A, to be aired as two episodes. Spurred on by a clearly amused Questlove, this is the deepest dive possible into The Roots’ and Elvis’ Wise Up Ghost album and the 50-year career of an enduring music superstar.
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    • 2 hr 1 min
    SiR

    SiR

    SiR joins Questlove Supreme to share a story of tenacity, self-growth, and personal discovery. The Inglewood, California singer details his years in the wing, working with others (including Jill Scott) as an engineer, writer, and producer. However, as SiR asserted his self-worth, he soon became an in-demand artist who eventually found a lasting home at TDE. Get to know an artist whose HEAVY story matches the title of his new album. 
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    • 59 min
    QLS Classic: LA Reid Part 3

    QLS Classic: LA Reid Part 3

    Looking back to the third and final part of LA Reid's epic QLS interview. This 2022 chat covers the founding of LaFace Records and some rarely discussed history surrounding OutKast and TLC. LA also looks at his time leading Def Jam and identifying Rihanna and Kanye West as the label's new stars.
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    • 1 hr 10 min

Customer Reviews

4.6 out of 5
1.8K Ratings

1.8K Ratings

jojobaya ,

Always Entertaining

I love this podcast so much! The Too $hort interview the Dug E Fresh interview the beatminerZ Paradise, Heather Hunter. It’s all a nutritious meal. Thank you so much.

Muzic Nurd ,

I’ll keep listening AND…

Erica Alexander is so inspiring and the acknowledgment she gives Questlove and team at the end is well deserved. Thank all of you for being human and elevating humanity.

KyTheDiva ,

Such a great escape!

❤️ this podcast! An amazing mix of deep dive and feel-good conversations that give me space to geek out and unwind. 🙌🏾 The Smollett episode is now my absolute favorite and I need an invitation to their cookout! Go, Laiya! 💕

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