Remembering Sly Stone's Revolutionary Impact on Music
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Vernon Reid praises Sly and the Family Stone as the greatest American band for their revolutionary impact on music, culture, and racial unity, highlighting their innovative sound, social messages, and influence on future artists like Prince and bass guitarists. He emphasizes their role in shaping American music and society during a tumultuous era.
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- Sly Stone, visionary funk frontman of the Family Stone, has died at age 82 NPR
- Questlove Pays Tribute to Sly Stone: ‘You Will Forever Live’ Variety
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