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May 2018
40m 25s

Questlove's Secrets of Musical Creation

Rolling Stone
About this episode
The Roots' Questlove, author of the new book Creative Quest, breaks down a dazzling list of musical influences, from Michael Jackson to Meg White, in a wide-ranging interview with host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 
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