Sly Stone, funk legend, dies at 82

The iconic artist made history with their band Sly and The Family Stone in the 60s and 70s

Sly Stone, legendary musician and leader of the band Sly and the Family Stone, died 82 years This Monday (9), leaving an immeasurable legacy in the history of music. Known for his innovation in funk and its influence on rock AND soulSly was one of the most revolutionary artists of his time.

Born Sylvester Stewart in 1943, in Texas (USA), Sly grew up in a musical environment, influenced by gospel and from R&B. At the beginning, he demonstrated an exceptional talent, learning to play various tools and stand out in the music scene of San Francisco. In the 1960s, he formed the Sly and the Family Stonea band that would become a milestone in American music, mixing elements of Funk, psychedelic rock AND soul.

The group gained fame with successes such as Dance at music, to ordinary people AND Family dealSongs that not only dominated the stops, but also contributed to modeling the music scene of the time. The band’s racial and gender diversity was a reflection of Stone’s progressive spirit, which believed in unity and inclusion through music.

Sly Stone: big challenges and end of the group

Despite the sensational success, the career of Stone He was marked by challenges. In the 70s, he began to face drug problems, which influenced his productivity and led to the band’s decline. In 1983, the group officially broke and Stone began to live more in a more reclined way, facing financial and health difficulties.

In recent years, his trajectory has been celebrated again with the launch of his autobiography and a documentary directed by Questlovewho explored his influence on music and his complex personality. His family revealed that he recently completed the script of a film about his life, a project that will be shared with the world at the right time.

The impact of Stone In music it is undeniable: he redefined the funk and influenced generations of artists, from Prince THE Outkast. His innovative approach and his ability to mix genres continue to inspire musicians to date.

His death represents a great loss, but his inheritance remains alive through his songs and the musical revolution he has helped to create.

Source: Terra

Earl

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