What Had Happened Was

Author: Stony Island Audio & Talkhouse

Season 4 of What Had Happened Was features host Open Mike Eagle in conversation with legendary drummer, band leader and Oscar winner Ahmir Questlove Thompson. Throughout the course of the season, Questlove shares the stories behind the first four albums of the Legendary Roots Crew. Along the way, we hear Questloves personal rise alongside legends like Black Thought, Dilla, Dangelo, Jill Scott and many more.
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Language: en

Genres: Music, Music Interviews

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