While James Brown may have been the Hardest Working Man In Show Business, The Roots clearly deserve the moniker as the Hardest Working Band. The Philly hip-hop act, who serve as Jimmy Fallon’s house band, along with touring and recording on their own, recently teamed up with neo-soul singer John Legend for a new album called Wake Up! – which drops on September 21 and channels vintage 1960’s and 70’s soul sounds.
The pair recently released this video for Wake Up Everybody, that features a guest appearance from Common and back-up vocals from Melanie Fiona…
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John Legend & The Roots – Wake Up Everybody
John Legend & The Roots will play their only scheduled date at New York’s Terminal 5 on September 23, while our favorite NYC venue Brooklyn Bowl will host a special album listening party on August 31.