The Roots Quiz Hub
The Roots, the legendary hip-hop band from Philadelphia, are renowned for their innovative fusion of live instrumentation and powerful lyricism. Their groundbreaking style has redefined the genre and inspired countless artists worldwide.
The Roots Profile
| Inception | Formed in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1987. |
| Former Names | Radio Activity, Black To The Future, The Square Roots |
| Members | Black Thought, ?uestlove, Ben Kenney, Scott Storch |
| Key Albums | Things Fall Apart (1999), How I Got Over (2010), undun (2011), Phrenology (2002), Illadelph Halflife (1996), Game Theory (2006), The Tipping Point (2004), Rising Down (2008), Do You Want More?!!!??! (1994), Organix (1993). |
| Key Tracks | You Got Me (1999), The Seed (2.0) (2002), What They Do (1996), The Next Movement (1999), Guns Are Drawn (2004), Dynamite! (1999), 100% Dundee (1999), Double Trouble (1999), Mellow My Man (1994), The Spark (1999). |
| Grammy Record | 3 won and 14 nominated. |
RELATED GENRES
