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“Highlight reels are about that one person. After a barrage of highlight reels, you get the sense that you can do it without a team. But music thrived the most when groups were involved. People lose sight of that - that community makes the world run.”

Quote by Questlove

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Questlove (born Ahmir Khalib Thompson on January 20, 1971) is an acclaimed American drummer, music producer, author, and television personality. Best known as the drummer and co-frontman of the hip-hop band The Roots, he is celebrated for his virtuosic drumming and genre-blending musical style. Questlove has won multiple Grammy Awards and serves as the bandleader for The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. He is also a prolific author, having written several books on music and culture. His work spans hip-hop, soul, funk, and jazz, making him a pivotal figure in modern music. more

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