Posted July 12, 2012 by Eddie "STATS" 3 comments

Throwback Thursday: 20 Years Of The Roots!

The Roots, ca. 1992

It’s almost time to go see Fela! so in the spirit of Throwback Thursdays, we leave you with this thought:

20 years ago, The Roots did their first gig on South & Passyunk Streets on July 12th, 1992.

The Roots, ca. 1992. Screenshot courtesy of Ahmir ?uestlove Thompson

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Loveland

Wow amazing photo black thought looks like little Anthony ..the Imperials
Are behind him. The amazing Roots have been at it a long time …much
Love though and thanks for such superior musc. I have raised my son to
Appreciate this music from elementary school to college.
Mesha

Lmfao I wonder if I should send ?uest that friend request, smh. CONGRATS ROOTS!
ToeJam

Hey, how ’bout a photo credit. Isn’t that Mpozi’s work?