Arrested Development’s Speech was born Todd Thomas on this date in 1968. A couple of his group’s tracks are included on today’s playlist.
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Tunes Du Jour Presents Q-Tip & A Tribe Called Quest
If you’re looking to delve into some classic hip-hop with a sophisticated twist, then look no further than Q-Tip and his legendary group, A Tribe Called Quest. This playlist offers an introduction to their work, blending catchy rhymes with smooth jazz influences that will have you tapping your foot in no time.
Q-Tip, the group’s mastermind, is a true artist. His rapping style is intelligent and witty, avoiding the braggadocio that can sometimes dominate the genre. Tracks like “Can I Kick It?” and “Scenario” showcase his playful wordplay and knack for storytelling. But A Tribe Called Quest is more than just clever lyrics. The production, often featuring jazzy samples and soulful melodies, creates a laid-back atmosphere that’s perfect for unwinding after a long day.
This playlist goes beyond just A Tribe Called Quest, though. It highlights Q-Tip’s collaborations with other artists, demonstrating his versatility. Tracks like “Got ‘Til It’s Gone” with Janet Jackson and “Go” with The Chemical Brothers proves his influence extends beyond hip-hop.
So, whether you’re a longtime hip-hop fan or just curious to explore the genre’s more thoughtful side, this playlist is a great place to start. With its infectious grooves and insightful lyrics, A Tribe Called Quest’s music is sure to become a new favorite for listeners of all ages.
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Your (Almost) Daily Playlist: 3-18-24
Despite “U.N.I.T.Y.” being her only US pop top 40 single, in 2006 Queen Latifah became the first hip hop artist to be awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Her Majesty Queen Latifah was born Dana Owens on this date in 1970. A few of her tracks are included on today’s playlist.
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Your (Almost) Daily Playlist: 8-8-23
A few Kool Moe Dee cuts are included on today’s playlist in honor of the man’s birthday.
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A Martin Luther King Day Playlist
“You deplore the demonstrations taking place in Birmingham. But your statement, I am sorry to say, fails to express a similar concern for the conditions that brought about the demonstrations.” – Martin Luther King, Jr. 1963
“He had a dream now it’s up to you to see it through, to make it come true” – “King Holiday”
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Your (Almost) Daily Playlist (8-8-20)
Inspired by the August 8 birthdays of U2‘s Edge, Joe Tex, Kool Moe Dee, and The Stylistics’ Airrion Love; and the August 7 birthdays of B.J. Thomas, Stan Freberg, Positive K, and Throwing Muses’ Kristen Hersh.
Your (Almost) Daily Playlist (3-24-20)
Inspired by the March 24 birthdays of Nick Lowe, Nena, Don Covay and Billy Stewart, and the passing of Manu Dibango.
Message In Our Music: A Black Music Month Playlist
In 1979, President Jimmy Carter declared June Black Music Month. In 2016, President Barack Obama, who recognized the month as African-American Music Appreciation Month, said the music of African-American artists helped the country “to dance, to express our faith through song, to march against injustice, and to defend our country’s enduring promise of freedom and opportunity for all.” Today’s Tunes du Jour playlist embodies that sentiment.
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