The Roots Picnic

Someone in The Roots crew has their thinking cap on tight. The roster for the upcoming Roots Picnic on June 7th, in Philadelphia, boast an impressive and eclectic selection of urban artist. Acts range from the gospel antics of Gnarls Barkley to the retro soul deity known as Sharon Jones. Imagine DJ’s Esperanza and Diplo playing along side Deerhoof and Santogold, ambling along the non sequitur of hip hop’s future. All of a sudden summer can’t come fast enough. As for The Roots…

The Roots are keeping busy these days, really busy. In addition to the upcoming release of their tenth studio album Rising Down, the philly natives are scheduled for appearances at several summertime music festivals (New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, All Points West, Summerfest, and the Green Apple Festival), touring with Erykah Badu, two TV spots, as well as hosting the Roots Picnic.

Rising Down drops April 29th.

The Roots Picnic
June 7th, 2008
Festival Pier
Philadelphia, PA
2pm, $49.50

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