The Roots are one of the few rap bands that are actually better live than in-studio. Jay-Z knew it when he recorded his unplugged set, and if you’ve never had the pleasure, you can find out for yourself today.
As always, a few tastes and a zip.
The Roots: July 16th, 1999 (Montreux Jazz Festival)
Without A Doubt
Table of Contents
The Next Movement
Step Into The Realm
Proceed
Mellow My Man
Jusfuckwiddis
Ain’t Sayin’ Nothin’ New
Concerto of the Desperado
The Ultimate
The Lesson Pt III (It’s Over Now)
Double Trouble
100% Dundee
You Got Me w/Jill Scott
You Got Me (with Keyboard Solo)
Freestyle
Human Turntable solo
Adrenaline
Y’all Know Who