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The Roots Perform On NPR’s “Tiny Desk Concert” [WATCH]

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National Public Radio (NPR) has been bringing in some very talented guests to perform their intimate “Tiny Desk Concert.” Since the concert series began, The Roots have been in high demand and a performance from the legendary Philly group is was long overdue until now.

The Roots, who perform every night on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” took a break from the night show to give their own performance. Performing an extended version of “It Ain’t Fair,” the group comprised of Black Thought, Bilal, Questlove, and others handled their business.

Performers included: Curtis L. Jones Jr (Trombone), Arnetta Johnson (Trumpet), Hiruy E. Tirfe (Sax), Richard L. Tate II (Sax), Joseph Streater (Trumpet), Norman J. Bradshaw (Trombone), Damon Bryson (Sousaphone), Ahmir (Questlove) Thompson (Drums), Tarik (Black Thought) Trotter (Emcee), Bilal Oliver (Vocals).

Watch below.

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Video: The Roots – undun (Short Film)

We previously posted four continuous music videos but they all made up this one short film, undun.

undun is the story of this kid who becomes criminal, but he wasn’t born criminal. He’s not the nouveau exotic primitive bug-eyed gunrunner… he’s actually thoughtful and is neither victim nor hero. Just some kid who begins to order his world in a way that makes the most sense to him at a given moment… At the end of the day… isn’t that what we all do? – The Roots

The Roots‘ album, undun, is out in stores now.

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Video: The Roots – Stomp

“Stomp” is the third video out of four from Undun that tells a story of a young man who’s decisions ultimately lead him to his death. The original track on the album features P.O.R.N. The Roots‘ Undun will be released in stores and online December 6th.

Video Directed, Shot & Edited by Clifton Bell.

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Video: The Roots – Tip The Scale

The video for “Tip The Scale” is the second of the The Roots‘ four part visual series. Undun, dropping December 6th, tells the story of a kid who’s decisions ultimately lead him to his death. If you haven’t watched the first part, “Make My,” check it out below.

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Audio: The Roots ft. Big K.R.I.T. – Make My

The Roots are releasing their upcoming album, Undun, on December 6th, just in time for Christmas. The first offering off the album features a verse from Mississippi rapper Big K.R.I.T. I can’t wait to drive around at night to this track. Smooth sailing.

Download: The Roots ft. Big K.R.I.T. – Make My

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