Sly & The Family Stone were true pioneers on so many levels: black/white, male/female, rock/soul, the act shattered all preconceptions of what popular music could be, and would go on to become one of the most groundbreaking and influential artists the world has ever witnessed. The First Family: Live at Winchester Cathedral 1967 is an unprecedented live performance by the original Family Stone line-up, recorded just prior to their signing to Epic Records, and a full year before their chart breakthrough with 'Dance To The Music.' This fascinating recording explicates Sly Stone's genius on a tremendously exciting and atmospheric set of vintage soul covers, peppered with the arrangements, motifs and intoxicating energy that would soon become familiar during the group's ascent. Interest in Sly is high with the forthcoming documentary directed by Questlove, but to experience the full impact of the Family Stone's legendary abilities from the start, this historic document is required listening.
Sly & The Family Stone were true pioneers on so many levels: black/white, male/female, rock/soul. The act shattered all preconceptions of what popular music could be and would go on to become one of the most groundbreaking and influential artists the world has ever witnessed.
The First Family: Live at Winchester Cathedral 1967 is an unprecedented live performance by the original Family Stone line-up. It was recorded just prior to their signing to Epic Records and a full year before their chart breakthrough with Dance To The Music.
Captured live in March 1967 in Redwood City, just south of San Francisco, this fascinating recording explicates Sly Stone's genius on a tremendously exciting and atmospheric set of vintage soul covers, peppered with the arrangements, motifs, and intoxicating energy that would soon become familiar during the group's ascent.
Interest in Sly Stone is high with the documentary Sly LIVES! (aka The Burden of a Genius) directed by Questlove, but to experience the full impact of the Family Stone's legendary abilities from the start, this historic document is required listening.
Tracklist
I Ain't Got Nobody (For Real)
Skate Now
Show Me
What Is Soul?
I Can't Turn You Loose
Baby I Need Your Lovin'
Pucker Up Buttercup
Saint James Infirmary
I Gotta Go Now (Up On The Floor) / Funky Broadway