A Tribe Called Quest

A Tribe Called Quest

Keynote Speaker: Influential Hip-hop Group

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A Tribe Called Quest Biography

New York natives from Queens, Q-Tip , Phife Dawg , and Ali Shaheed Muhammad of Brooklyn, formed A Tribe Called Quest in 1985. The group is one of hip-hop’s most legendary, beloved and revered of all time. Easily recognized for their unique approach to rap music by employing jazz-infused soundscapes to Afrocentric rhymes, ATCQ was largely responsible for the popularity of a new genre that dominated the East Coast sound of the early 1990s. The group was selected as inductees into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s class of 2024.

Sonically, ATCQ was a decisive and welcomed tangent of jazz, bass-heavy rhythmic vibes and eclectic sampling when compared to the mundane recycling of soul loops, breaks and vocals of their contemporaries.

Lyrically, emcees Q-Tip and Phife Dawg addressed social issues relevant to young blacks such as use of the n word and its relevance, date rape and other interpersonal relationships, industry politics and consumerism with infectious energy and fun and having a good time while still promoting positivity. ATCQ composed a number of successful singles and albums with their creative approach to rap music.

In 1990, the group released Peoples Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm. Their sophomore effort, The Low End Theory is considered one of the greatest albums in hip-hop history and was selected by the Library of Congress for preservation in the National Recording Registry. Susequent albums include Midnight Marauders, Beats, Rhymes and Life, The Love Movement, and We Got it From Here - Thank You 4 Your Service, which was incomplete at the time of the death of Phife Dawg but released after the surviving members of the group continued to work on it.

Today, the power of their music is still evident in the numerous hip hop and R&B artists they influenced.

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A Tribe Called Quest Videos

A Tribe Called Quest - Can I Kick It? - YouTube
A Tribe Called Quest - We The People.... - YouTube

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What topics does A Tribe Called Quest speak about?

A Tribe Called Quest is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Music.

Where does A Tribe Called Quest travel from?

A Tribe Called Quest generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for A Tribe Called Quest?

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A Tribe Called Quest is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Music. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. A Tribe Called Quest generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Papoose, Duckwrth and Flo Milli. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling A Tribe Called Quest for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 19/03/2025.

A Tribe Called Quest Videos

A Tribe Called Quest - Can I Kick It? - YouTube
A Tribe Called Quest - We The People.... - YouTube
  • How do I book A Tribe Called Quest to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like A Tribe Called Quest for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for A Tribe Called Quest, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for A Tribe Called Quest or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book A Tribe Called Quest for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for A Tribe Called Quest, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire A Tribe Called Quest, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does A Tribe Called Quest speak about?

    A Tribe Called Quest is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Music.
  • Where does A Tribe Called Quest travel from?

    A Tribe Called Quest generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for A Tribe Called Quest?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like A Tribe Called Quest for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book A Tribe Called Quest for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host A Tribe Called Quest or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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