Fabolous isn’t the only hip-hopster eyeing a book deal. ?uestlove, of The Roots fame, has inked a book deal with Grand Central Publishing for a tome that will combine his always entertaining stories of celebrity encounters, music fact, and his quirky anedotes on life into a compelling read.
The book — titled Mommy, What’s A ?uestlove? — is tenatively set for publication in 2011.
Check out the video for “Wake Up.” The track — which features conscious rapper Common and Canadian songbird Melanie Fiona — The Roots and John Legend’s collaborative album, aptly-titled Wake Up.
The inspirational single is a revival of the ’70s anthem first made famous by Harold Mevin & The Blue Notes — featuring Teddy Pendergrass on lead vocals.
Here is the newly revealed album cover for John Legend and The Roots’ collaborative album effort entitled Wake Up. The album — set for release on Sept. 21 — will feature covers songs, including Marvin Gaye’s “Wholy Holy.”
Erykah Badu and The Roots have teamed up to create a cover of the late Michael Jackson’s 1972 hit, “I Wanna Be Where You Are.” The original song was featured on MJ’s debut album, Got To Be There.
Noted neo-soul band The Roots will serve as the official house band of NBC’s Late Night when comic Jimmy Fallon takes over hosting duties from current host Conan O’Brien in the Spring.