What Had Happened Was

Stony Island Audio & Talkhouse

Season 4 of What Had Happened Was features host Open Mike Eagle in conversation with legendary drummer, band leader and Oscar winner Ahmir ‘Questlove’ Thompson. Throughout the course of the season, Questlove shares the stories behind the first four albums of the Legendary Roots Crew. Along the way, we hear Questlove’s personal rise alongside legends like Black Thought, Dilla, D’angelo, Jill Scott and many more.

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What Had Happened Was

Episodes (56)

Jan 29th What Had Happened Once: IDK on his new project Even The Devil Smiles
Aug 22, 2024 What Had Happened Once: Dr. Todd Boyd on 'Rapper's Deluxe'
Jan 3, 2024 What is a Soulquarian?

What Had Happened Was

Jan 29, 2026
52 minutes
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In this conversation, IDK and OME discuss his latest project, 'Even The Devil Smiles,' exploring the distinction between mixtapes and albums, the impact of his prison experience on his music, and the evolution of rap during his incarceration. He reflects on his influences, the challenges of navigating the music industry independently, and the importance of authenticity and significant collaborations with legendary artists (MF DOOM, Black Thought and more) and the journey of self-discovery and accountability in his life and career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What Had Happened Was

What Had Happened Once: IDK on his new project Even The Devil Smiles

Stony Island Audio & Talkhouse

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