Sly Stone, a pivotal figure in the evolution of funk and rock music, passed away recently. Known for his innovative blending of soul, rock, and psychedelic sounds, he transformed pop music in the '60s and '70s. Born Sylvester Stewart, he grew up in Vallejo, California, where he honed his craft as a musician and DJ. Sly & the Family Stone, a band he formed with diverse musicians, achieved fame with their groundbreaking sound, changing the music landscape forever. Ben Greenman, co-author of Sly's memoir, offers reflections on his life as a musician and family man, along with his struggles.
"Before there was a funk Picasso, before Sly changed the way that everyone heard pop music and then changed it again, there was a baby in a family."
"Sly was born Sylvester Stewart in Denton, Texas in 1943; moved with his family to the Bay Area as a small child; grew up in Vallejo."
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