The Roots Talk Hip-Hop Hall of Fame, ‘Endgame’ & Roots Picnic | Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop House 2026

The Roots participated in a Billboard R&B panel to discuss their 2026 Hip-Hop Hall of Fame induction and four decades of brotherhood. Black Thought and Questlove shared insights into their creative synergy and provided updates on their long-teased project, Endgame. Separately, VICE highlighted three depressing Hip-Hop songs curated for individuals experiencing anxiety regarding the end of the world, aiming to provide a sense of companionship for those feeling isolated by doomerism and global concerns.