Questlove Directs SNL 50th Music Documentary

Questlove, the Grammy-winning musician and bandleader of The Roots, has directed a new documentary titled 'Ladies & Gentlemen... 50 Years of SNL Music', celebrating the musical performances and sketches from Saturday Night Live's five-decade history. Despite his extensive involvement with SNL, Questlove has expressed a desire to perform as a musical guest on the show, as The Roots work on their 17th album. The documentary, airing on NBC, features a montage of iconic performances, showcasing the variety and energy of SNL's musical history with artists like R.E.M., Queen, and Prince. Questlove also highlights the evolution of musical performances, noting a shift towards lip-syncing and the pressure for perfection attributed to the 'post-Thriller effect.' As part of SNL's 50th anniversary celebrations, various writers and cast members, including Chevy Chase and Sarah Silverman, have shared their experiences and first sketches, providing a nostalgic look back at the show's impact on comedy and culture. The rigorous weekly production process and the experiences of past writers are further explored in the Peacock documentary series 'SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night'.