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Sly Stone, groundbreaking musician behind ‘Family Affair,' dies in Los Angeles

Sly Stone, groundbreaking musician behind ‘Family Affair,' dies in Los Angeles

India Today7 hours ago

Sly Stone, frontman of Sly and the Family Stone and one of the most dominant figures in contemporary music, died on Monday at the age of 82. The trailblazer was celebrated for blending funk, soul, rock, and psychedelia, revolutionizing the sound of the 1960s and '70s with genre-defining songs such as Everyday People, Family Affair, and Stand!.His publicist, Carleen Donovan, confirmed that Stone had died in Los Angeles, surrounded by his family, after a long illness involving chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and other complications.advertisementA Diverse Band for a Divided Era
Formed in the late 1960s, Sly and the Family Stone was groundbreaking not only musically but also socially — the first major band to feature Black and white men and women together. With energetic horns, infectious grooves, and inclusive messages, their music reflected both the optimism and turmoil of the time.From anthems such as I Want To Take You Higher to introspective ballads like Family Affair, the group spoke for a generation amid cultural upheaval. Their 1969 Woodstock performance remains one of the most enduring images of the festival.Despite his reign being relatively short-lived, Stone's influence was long-lasting. Artists such as Prince, George Clinton, the Jackson 5, and many hip-hop producers cited him as a major inspiration. Even Miles Davis and Herbie Hancock acknowledged his trailblazing sound.advertisementStone published his memoir Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin) in 2023, with a foreword by Questlove, who also directed the 2025 documentary Sly Lives! honoring Stone's genius and complicated legacy.By the 1970s, personal and professional pressures began to take a toll. Stone became increasingly erratic and struggled with drug addiction. Although the band's later records like There's a Riot Goin' On gained critical acclaim, the magic eventually faded. Stone made few appearances in the decades that followed, releasing just one new album after the early '80s.Born Sylvester Stewart in Texas and raised in California, Stone was a prodigy from a young age. A multi-instrumentalist, producer, and DJ, he was driven by a belief in unity through music. His life was as complex as his sound — full of brilliance, contradictions, and lasting impact.Sly Stone leaves behind three children and a legacy that forever changed the landscape of American music.(With inputs from AP)

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