The Source Magazine

Happy 53rd Birthday To The Roots’ Frontman Black Thought!

Born on this date in 1971 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, as Tariq Luqmaan Trotter, Black Thought, the lead emcee of the legendary Hip-Hop band The Roots, has created his key to success with one word: ...
Forbes

The Roots Picnic Goes Global, But Philly Remains The Core

This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more. This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more. PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MAY 31: Black Thought performs during the 2026 Roots Picnic on ...
AFRO American Newspapers

How Black artists shaped rock and roll—and how that story was reframed

Rock and roll is often associated with artists like Elvis Presley and Buddy Holly, but its origins trace back to rhythm and blues created by African-American musicians. Scholars and industry figures ...
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Day 2 of the Roots Picnic was less hype, more chill with Erykah Badu, Black Thought, and DJ Jazzy Jeff. Here’s what our music critic thought.

Roots Picnic weekend came to a close Sunday night, with a full moon shining over the Center City skyline in the distance and Black Thought of The Roots joining Erykah Badu during the final set of the ...