Was ist questlove?

Questlove, whose real name is Ahmir Khalib Thompson, is an American musician, record producer, DJ, and music journalist. He was born on January 20, 1971, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Questlove is best known as the drummer and joint frontman for the Grammy Award-winning band The Roots, which he co-founded with rapper Black Thought in 1987. The Roots gained fame for their fusion of hip-hop and live instrumentation, and they became known for being the in-house band for The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.

Aside from his work with The Roots, Questlove has collaborated with numerous artists across different genres, including Erykah Badu, D'Angelo, Common, and John Legend. He has also produced music for artists such as Jay-Z, J Dilla, and Al Green.

In addition to his music career, Questlove has written articles for various publications, including Rolling Stone, and has served as a music supervisor for films such as "Summer of Soul" and "Inside Llewyn Davis." He has also made appearances in TV shows and films, including "The Sopranos" and "Top Five."

Questlove's contributions to music have earned him numerous accolades, including multiple Grammy Awards. He is widely respected for his musical knowledge, instrumental skills, and his ability to bridge different musical genres.