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	000000	damb...   Posted by 000000 on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 7:16 AM [Reply to this]

	Joshua John	damn egos! better success tomorrow night!   Posted by Joshua John on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 7:18 AM [Reply to this]

	*Jilly*	Thats fucked up. The levity of the situation lies so much on your shoulders as well.. it is irresponsible and inconsiderate of those act(s) who brushed it off like that. This show was not just a spotlight on the Roots but fuck on hip-hop... it was hip-hops debute at Radio City. On OKP I heard y'all did the damn thing but I'm upset upon hearing about the acts M.I.A I am sure y'all will still rock tomorrow night and I hope everything runs a lot smoother.   Posted by *Jilly* on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 7:22 AM [Reply to this]

	jar-e	reality is frisking me this industry can make you lose intensity   Posted by jar-e on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 7:24 AM [Reply to this]

	LTD Love Token Mike Brown	I subscribed to your blog for one reason. Insight Then after reading this I found out that I'm in the same boat regardless of the location, time and personnel. There is nothing that I can think other than People have lost the reasons why we do things. Not just music. Everything. We have lower the value of all things to the common denominator. And yet people still can't meet this standard. I'm sorry to hear this news. As I am hopeful. But, I'm also looking to stay clear of those that will not and do not know who to set and meet their own or others standards. Stay True. Stay Forever. Stay forever You.   Posted by LTD Love Token on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 7:24 AM [Reply to this]

	THE pasha	eek. ummmmmmmmmm... that is so @.$!@...$.@! typical. stay up. peace   Posted by THE pasha on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 7:25 AM [Reply to this]

	toro	2 words for yOU OK player ok 3...FUCK OK O AND K NAH , i gotta hit the sack...release smoke sorry B   Posted by toro on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 7:32 AM [Reply to this]

	Shaheed79 (WPS) Robert Hite	I feel you man it was nothin you can do but you live and learn. That kat talking about I just show up and bust a nut and leave he sounds like one unproffessional muhf*ka anyway. I'm flyin out of O'hare in 8hrs to go to this second show. I'm in a bad position right now I have to decide if I'm gonna go and see the concert, go and NOT see the concert or just stay myself home in the comfort of my lazyboi. I'm definitely goin to NY though just to kick it if nothin else but is this pretty much whats gonna happen tomorrow? If so then I'm gonna have to think about this.   Posted by Shaheed79 (WPS) on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 7:33 AM [Reply to this]

	Marta Marta Hadala	well, it`s amazing how the shit is the same no matter where you are in the world... in Poland we have a saying that what gets screwd up, can only go better the next time, so fingers crossed!   Posted by Marta on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 7:43 AM [Reply to this]

	Harv Cast Harvey Castellano	Dude, I feel U. I was just glad to see Kane. I'm old school...   Posted by Harv Cast on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 7:34 AM [Reply to this]

	josh	that's messed up. some of these people need to realize the golden opportunity hip hop is being given this weekend and capitalize. hopefully this was a wake-up call for those that don't seem to be gettin it, cuz damn, hip hop needs to take advantage of this shit. keep your head up.   Posted by josh on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 7:39 AM [Reply to this]

	Blue~ EXPLORE more@www.infinitechange.net~LOVE all	when you're on the floor, it's nicer to at least look up at the ceiling. we all still love you ahmir and know you did your best!! :) you have the blogs to prove it ;) it's half way over. you have nothing to lose tomorrow night, so....there's that ceiling!! :P have SOME fun with your music, at least. you ARE performing in radio city music hall!?!?!?!?!!?!! c'mon!!!! R-E-L-I-S-H the moment!!!! (deep breath in) wOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO sAAAAAAAAAAAHHH ;) and drink lots of water!! oxygen's terrific....you're a terrific musician, from what i hear- i've barely heard your stuff (been too been producing myself these days. i got on to upload 2 new songs-shameless plug- and saw your blog), but your reputation is outstanding. so forgive yourself, have another homemade tamale, get in whatever affection you can with your woman and be thankful you'll have ALL of this to LOOK BACK on...and it's already half way over. you crack me up taking time to blog in between shit....   Posted by Blue~ EXPLORE more@www.infinitechange.net~LOVE all on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 7:39 AM [Reply to this]

	andrew jon.	rough luck...yet its great that you actually give a shit about it all. i mean its obvious that you put a great deal of time/thought into y/ albums and gigs, it shows through, and people can see that. and that makes y/ shit timeless. shit happens and people let you down and life sucks the life out of you...., but remember all the life that YOU give, every time you get behind the kit. thank YOU!!   Posted by andrew jon. on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 7:40 AM [Reply to this]

	Sarahbell	I'd rather hear an hour and 10 of The Roots than 2 and 59 of most of the crap that's "popular" right now. Any day.   Posted by Sarahbell on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 7:46 AM [Reply to this]

	K.Be	Keep your head. You have a team to lead. Nite 2 will be a success.   Posted by K.Be on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 7:47 AM [Reply to this]

	Cutta	Damn Brother, Well it's always tomorrow. I know shit is crazy right now and I alot of times I'm like fuck hip-hop in general but it's people like you that actually keep me interested and even doing this shit. I know you are going to hold it down today. Be easy and best wishes. Peace   Posted by Cutta on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 7:49 AM [Reply to this]

	The Square Egg	I think the honest critique/ observation of the situation is the best. It allows perspective and realism instead of some cirlce jerk or "yes man" business. Everyone SHOULD be on point and we should ALWAYS demand better of ourselves because no one else ever will. Cats gotta keep pushing for perfection and improving on this "rap" stuff "or else it's self destruction." - (Chuck D) Just my $.50 on the matter.   Posted by The Square Egg on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 8:02 AM [Reply to this]

	ApoloniA	title is on point: that's hard on ANYBODY'S ass....   Posted by ApoloniA on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 8:22 AM [Reply to this]

	~sTOo~	Art/music goes shamelessly hand in hand with unprofessionalism. That is why half of these cats in this rap shit will never be remebered the way YOU will be. Truely a star in all our eyes! FOLKS ------CAN I GET AN AMEN? I SAID: CAN I GET AN AMEN!!!!!!!???????????   Posted by ~sTOo~ on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 8:24 AM [Reply to this]

		AMEN!!!!!   Posted by on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 9:21 AM [Reply to this]

	brooklyn girl six	AMEN!!!   Posted by brooklyn girl six on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 8:54 AM [Reply to this]

	Who Do YOU Believe In??	Ahh Quest u seem to possess the traits of an eternal optimist. I would be willing to bet that the people who were present at the show took home a much greater impression of the performance. I will be there tomorrow, well actually tonight, and I'm sure I will be highly impressed. An off performance by The Roots probably eclipses a standard performer's greatest night...so I won't let this influence my anticipation of tonight's show....keep giving it your all, the crowd will feel you....   Posted by Who Do YOU Believe In?? on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 9:17 AM [Reply to this]

	ABC Bodyart Vonetta Berry	Quest, I send you a loving hug of sorrow and the reassurance that trouble won't last always. You persistance at remaining profesional here show strength in YOUR character and that of the ROOTS. It is whty I have loved you guys for so long. Professionalism and artistry CAn go hand in hand, you are a prime example. I send you warm wishes to cushion this, as i know it hurts. love V   Posted by ABC Bodyart on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 9:40 AM [Reply to this]

	Grapple	I feel for you bro ...but just because you reached for teh sky and didn't make it - don't mean it's never worth reaching for it again   Posted by Grapple on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 9:47 AM [Reply to this]

	Démien	they were none the wiser...   Posted by Démien on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 10:50 AM [Reply to this]

	Prov, the Black Gold of the Sun	:-( Hip hop lost... All i can say is make sure them folks don't flake tonight (which I doubt), make sure everything is working, and kill 'em tonight. Brighter note: Shit can't can't happen twice in a row. I know this isn't helping, but don't focus on yesterday. Today is a new day.   Posted by Prov, the Black Gold of the Sun on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 10:56 AM [Reply to this]

	HiddenAmbition Heather Shepherd	craziness some have forgotten or are so young that they don't even have..... the art of performance... sad sad things are happening with music. All i say is you do you..... you can't change them nor should you lower your standards because of thema.... not all things go as we plan them and i think its just a blessing to know YOU care. ~Heather   Posted by HiddenAmbition on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 11:21 AM [Reply to this]

	Andy Andy Akinwolere	Bullocks man! There is no need for egos.. so called artists who think they are in the industry for the music.. there aint no superstars in music man! Bullocks to that, saw u guys in manchester U.K last year and even though it wer'nt the longest gig by god i appreciate that shit! No one wants to be part of something big any more... well maybe not no one but some people. I think certain people need to be told its all about the music! Arrh your frustration is understandable! peace   Posted by Andy on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 11:30 AM [Reply to this]

	Mike Mike Besaw	Damn man, I feel your pain. Unfortunately in life it seems that most times the only one you can count on is yourself. From your previous blogs it sounds like you did all that you could to prepare for this show and when the time comes you just have to let the chips fall where they may. It's a gamble. Sometimes it pays off and sometimes it doesn't. Thus is life. Sorry to hear that it didn't live up to your expectations. Hope tonight makes up for it and exceeds said expectations. Either way I can't wait to see your show on Sat. at HOB Orlando when it's just you guys Common and Jean doing what y'all do best. That is providing I'm lucky enough to find a scalper with a ticket in the $30 - $70 range. Unless of course you got some room on the guest list. LOL! just kiddin'. Actually no not really kiddin'....ha! Just keep your head up Ahmir. Best of luck with tonights show and try not to let the stress get ya down man.   Posted by Mike on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 11:59 AM [Reply to this]

	Sassy Cassy, The First Lady of Get Busy Ent. Cassandra Murray	I CAN believe it! Crazy!!!   Posted by Sassy Cassy, The First Lady of Get Busy Ent. on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 12:21 PM [Reply to this]

	Mahogany L. Browne	"just a match a lil' bit of gasoline"... art be like that. especially when you deal with a flock that has no clue how BLESSED it is for them to be in the RCMH... i mean, some of us have forgotten that we havent even been here long. too comfortable. don't blame it on hip hop -- blame it on their artistic integrity... and next time you rock out RCMH or the Carnegie, send 'em VIP tickets to show them how its supposed to be done.   Posted by Mahogany L. Browne on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 12:37 PM [Reply to this]

	Noel	Absorb that shit and move on homie :-)   Posted by Noel on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 12:37 PM [Reply to this]

	Divine	damn cuz all that plannin' and for nought i empathize with you yo, cut them fools off that stood you up be on some ol punch them in the face just for livin' for frontin' on the roots crew son, that's my word, fuck burnin' a bridge, they BURNT you! they burned the bridge? treat them niggas like they just killed your cousin harold and ride on them mark ass gump ass sons of bitches son... for real no kudos until you name names and black ball them fools not like you need my kudos but still what kind of guy i look like givin' up kudos all easy and shit? ha   Posted by Divine on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 12:52 PM [Reply to this]

	FOR THE ARTISTICALLY INCLINED ONLY	AS I READ YOUR CRY FOR REASONABILITY ,RESPECT,AND FOR THE LOVE OF MUSIC. IT SEEMS I HAVE ONE THING TO SAY.....I FEEL YOUR FUSTRATION ....AND INDEED REMEMBER THIS......EVERYTHING HAPPENS FOR A REASON..........QUEST....................EVERYTHNG   Posted by FOR THE ARTISTICALLY INCLINED ONLY on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 12:52 PM [Reply to this]

	ESAINT	Your on the top of your game brother You have ripped up shows for thirteen years No one can do what you can But you know that already The shit you are going through just illustrates why so many have fallen off and why so many more will in the near future. I'm inspired by your professionalism. You and the fam keep the fire burning inside for making music No doubt the next show will be amazing. Just do your thing brother!   Posted by ESAINT on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 1:08 PM [Reply to this]

	Schamotnik	I'm sorry for you man, but you will sure as hell rock the show tonight.. The people that didn't show up aren't worth playing with an amazing musician like you anyway.   Posted by Schamotnik on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 1:17 PM [Reply to this]

	blackfokapparel-detroit t-shirt company	Lightening doesn't strike twice in the same place. But someone needs to light the fire up under any arse who aint acting right! You can't eff around at radio city!!!!   Posted by blackfokapparel-detroit t-shirt company on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 1:23 PM [Reply to this]

	Dan Says STANDOUT!! Daniel Harris	Dang homie! The funny thing is as messed up as those artist sound that felt like they didn't need rehersal, in their mind, they was right as hell! I saw the making of the Coke Commercial, and I saw how you had each measure drawn out on that peice of loose leaf...that aint freestyle to me! Better luck tonight! Peace and Blessings!   Posted by Dan Says STANDOUT!! on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 1:27 PM [Reply to this]

	Tina TINA COLEMAN	TYPICAL!!!! Some people aint SHIT when you need them the most, but I have faith that 2nite will be better. Keep ya head up Q...   Posted by Tina on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 1:30 PM [Reply to this]

	Crooked Letter EYE DoubleR ON	ATCQ no showed??? WTF????   Posted by Crooked Letter EYE DoubleR ON on Sunday, May 21, 2006 - 10:03 PM [Reply to this]

	Tina TINA COLEMAN	TYPICAL!!!! Some people aint SHIT when you need them the most, but I have faith that 2nite will be better. Keep ya head up Q...   Posted by Tina on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 1:32 PM [Reply to this]

	Tina TINA COLEMAN	TYPICAL!!!! Some people aint SHIT when you need them the most, but I have faith that 2nite will be better. Keep ya head up Q...   Posted by Tina on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 1:32 PM [Reply to this]

	Ricke	sorry about that. you deserve better.   Posted by Ricke on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 1:35 PM [Reply to this]

	Little Brother	Sorry to hear about the show, fam....but real talk.....fan to fan, brother to brother, grasshopper to master: You do it to yoursellllllf, just you.......and that's why it really hurrrts (c) Radiohead Hip Hop didn't let you down last night. Niggers did. (and yes, I'm using the '-er') We've had these discussions before, and I've STILL yet to figure out why you keep puttin' faith in unappreciative niggers who don't give a shit about you guys' legacy OR have any real loyalty to you personally. Me and Pooh woulda loved to rock that shit....and I'm not salty about missing out, because I know how much of a circus that shit is to cram in all those acts (see: Okayplayer Winter Break Tour '04) and truthfully I need the time off with the fam (been touring since Janurary)..... I know LB ain't much of a draw 'cause Minstrel Show did "The Best of Phillip Michael Thomas" numbers and all, but still..... Bottom line is, niggas woulda showed up. And delivered. AND you know this. From the sound of things, your niggas showed up (Com, Skillz, Dave, etc), while the niggERS didn't. And while you didn't name names, I have a vague idea of who summa these niggers may be.. I guess my advice is, a) stop underestimating yourself because y'all niggas got to where you are today on the strength of your own hard work and talent, not "....and SPECIAL GUESTS", and b) stop deluding yourself into thinking that these niggers are 'fans' of your work like that....most likely them niggers are Roots 'fans' just like I'm a D4L fan: cool for what it is and can appreciate it on that level, but let's be real: that shit gets no play in my ride (c) Stacy from 'Menace II Society'. All I'm sayin is, you know who your niggas are. Like that journalist said, y'all have the opportunity to pull an upset and fuck the homecoming queen in the quarterback's ride with "Game Theory." But right now, these niggers got you lookin' like Carrie on prom night. DON'T let that shit happen again. DON'T trust them new niggers ova there. Good luck tonight, my nigga. Tay Tay   Posted by Little Brother on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 1:35 PM [Reply to this]

	Canela	"Hip Hop didn't let you down last night. Niggers did. (and yes, I'm using the '-er') a) stop underestimating yourself because y'all niggas got to where you are today on the strength of your own hard work and talent, not "....and SPECIAL GUESTS" DON'T trust them new niggers ova ther" -Co-sign for real! and I would have appreciated Little Brother coming out. Figured you just got off tour though...and eff soundscan (to a point). I bought two copies of minstrel show. Just like I bought tickets to Thursday and Friday's show. Ya'll (collectively) gon' be a'ight...   Posted by Canela on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 9:38 PM [Reply to this]

	Crooked Letter EYE DoubleR ON	Co sign for real .2 "I LOVE Hip Hop,I just HATE the Niggers in it" Phonte 'Say It Again' I would have loved to see LB rock Radio City.(See you July@Fort Greene Park Tay)I'm waving the Minstrel Show Seperate But Equal flag HARD. Keep doing you. I'm riding with ya'll I also went to both shows and I enjoyed them both for different reasons. Thursday was more high energy (Common & Talib pacing the stage and hyping the crowd) While Friday was more Soulful with Mos,Erykah & Angelique.Maybe they didn't live up to the hype but they were entertaining never the less.   Posted by Crooked Letter EYE DoubleR ON on Sunday, May 21, 2006 - 9:57 PM [Reply to this]

	MARIA WEAPONS!	Are you telling me you still don't know that 99.9 percent of people out there will not be as talented, committed, hard-working or professional as you? Cmon! You know this, so stop being disappointed - you did everything you could and that's what counts! Well, before I sound too much like a motivational speaker, lemme tell you that, yeah, there were some quirks, but the show was still the best hip-hop show I've been to in a whillllllllle. A long while. Better luck tonight, and much love and respect always!   Posted by MARIA WEAPONS! on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 1:36 PM [Reply to this]

	Tina TINA COLEMAN	TYPICAL!!!! Some people aint SHIT when you need them the most, but I have faith that 2nite will be better. Keep ya head up Q...   Posted by Tina on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 1:38 PM [Reply to this]

	Tina TINA COLEMAN	TYPICAL!!!! Some people aint SHIT when you need them the most, but I have faith that 2nite will be better. Keep ya head up Q...   Posted by Tina on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 1:38 PM [Reply to this]

	Slick	Brotha ?uest, I am so glad you cleared this up, I still enjoyed the show but was looking forward to the surprises. I was cool with the usual suspects though. I don't know about anyone else but I really didn't like the sound in Radio City, the last time I was there was for Mary J. and I could hardly hear her. The only person that I heard almost clearly was Thought. Talib was totally inaudible and Common was in and out, and there mics worked. I'm sure there is heavy planning that goes into your shows but I think maybe the Roots Crew should always be the center of attention and if N1&&@z come thru they come thru and if they don't they don't. I've experienced the Roots Live on many occasions and by far your shows are my all time favorites, so I know how y'all get down. In all honesty leaving RCMH I had the feeling that something was wrong. No disrespect to Rahzel but you can only beatbox for so long w/o the crowd starting to get antsy so at that point in time is started to become obvious. MUCH RESPECT TO THE ROOTS CREW FOR DOING THEIR DAMNED BEST IN A TIGHT SITUATION. Apology accepted but none was needed because like I said, I KNOW HOW Y'ALL GET DOWN. Peace ?uest, hopefully todays show will not turn out like last night.   Posted by Slick on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 1:47 PM [Reply to this]

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