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Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Sly Stone, pioneer of early funk music, dies after 'prolonged' battle with illness
Sly Stone, one of the pioneers of funk music, has died aged 82, his family have said. As front man for his band Sly And The Family Stone, the musician fused soul, rock, psychedelia and gospel to take the sound that defined an era in the 1970s into new territory, second only to James Brown as the early founders of funk. Several of the band's seminal tracks became known to a wider audience when they were subsequently sampled by hip hop artists. "Everyday People" was sampled by Arrested Development, while "Sing A Simple Song" was sampled by Public Enemy, De La Soul and Dr Dre and Snoop Dogg. Stone's family has said in a statement he died after a battle with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and other health issues. A statement issued by his publicist on behalf of Stone's family said: "It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved dad, Sly Stone of Sly And The Family Stone. "After a prolonged battle with COPD and other underlying health issues, Sly passed away peacefully, surrounded by his three children, his closest friend, and his extended family. "While we mourn his absence, we take solace in knowing that his extraordinary musical legacy will continue to resonate and inspire for generations to come. "Sly was a monumental figure, a groundbreaking innovator, and a true pioneer who redefined the landscape of pop, funk, and rock music. His iconic songs have left an indelible mark on the world, and his influence remains undeniable. "In a testament to his enduring creative spirit, Sly recently completed the screenplay for his life story, a project we are eager to share with the world in due course, which follows a memoir published in 2024. "We extend our deepest gratitude for the outpouring of love and prayers during this difficult time. We wish peace and harmony to all who were touched by Sly's life and his iconic music. "Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your unwavering support." Stone, born Sylvester Stewart in Texas, and his group were regulars on the US music charts in the late 1960s and 1970s, with hits such as "Dance to the Music," "I Want to Take You Higher," "Family Affair," "If You Want Me to Stay," and "Hot Fun in the Summertime". He played a leading role in introducing funk, an Afrocentric style of music driven by grooves and syncopated rhythms, to a broader audience. James Brown had forged the elements of funk before Stone founded his band in 1966, but Stone's brand of funk drew new listeners. It was celebratory, eclectic, psychedelic and rooted in the counterculture of the late 1960s. However, Stone later fell on hard times and became addicted to cocaine, never staging a successful comeback. His music became less joyous in the 1970s, reflecting the polarisation of the country after opposition to the Vietnam War and racial tensions triggered unrest on college campuses and in African-American neighbourhoods in big US cities. In 1971, Sly and the Family Stone released "There's a Riot Goin' On," which became the band's only Number 1 album. Critics said the album's bleak tone and slurred vocals denoted the increasing hold of cocaine on Stone. But some called the record a masterpiece, a eulogy to the 1960s. In the early 1970s, Stone became erratic and missed shows. Some members left the band. But the singer was still a big enough star in 1974 to attract a crowd of 21,000 for his wedding to actress and model Kathy Silva at Madison Square Garden in New York. Ms Silva filed for divorce less than a year later. Sly and the Family Stone's album releases in the late 1970s and early 1980s flopped, as Stone racked up drug possession arrests. The band was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1993 and Stone was celebrated in an all-star tribute at the Grammy Awards in 2006. He sauntered on stage with a blond mohawk haircut but bewildered the audience by leaving mid-song. In 2011, after launching what would become a years-long legal battle to claim royalties he said were stolen, Stone was arrested for cocaine possession. That year, media reported Stone was living in a recreational vehicle parked on a street in South Los Angeles. Stone had a son, Sylvester, with Ms Silva. He had two daughters, Novena Carmel, and Sylvette "Phunne" Stone, whose mother was bandmate Cynthia Robinson.
Yahoo
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Tony Hawk's Recommended Albums and THPS Soundtrack Influences
If you're not up on this great video series from the world-famous Amoeba Records, episode 900 with Tony Hawk is a good place to start. Roll, and kickflip, through the aisles with Tone as he lets us all know which records he grew up listening to, which ones are good start to finish, and which bands he knew he wanted on the Tony Hawk Pro Skater soundtracks. Plug in and tune out: "Skateboarding legend Tony Hawk is our very special guest for our 900th "What's In My Bag?" episode! The king of the 900 himself goes record shopping at Amoeba Music in Hollywood. Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 will be available July 11. Check out his picks: The Cars - Shake It Up (LP) The Rezillos - Can't Stand The Rezillos (LP) Penelope Spheeris - The Decline Of Western Civilization (BLU-RAY) Alex Cox - Repo Man (DVD) The Clash - The Clash Hits Back (LP) Pixies - Doolittle (LP) A Tribe Called Quest - The Low End Theory (LP) Public Enemy - It Takes A Nation Of Millions To Hold Us Back (LP) Ministry - The Land Of Rape & Honey (LP) Joe Dante - The Burbs (DVD) David Lynch - Wild At Heart (DVD) Björk - Debut (LP) Nouvelle Vague - Bande A Part (LP) Tom Waits - Mule Variations (LP) 💻🛹 🛹💻Tony Hawk's Recommended Albums and THPS Soundtrack Influences first appeared on Skateboarding on Jun 3, 2025
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Public Enemy don Jayson Tatum jerseys in concert; wish Boston Celtics star swift return
Fans of the Boston Celtics would be counting the days until star forward Jayson Tatum makes it back onto a court after tearing his Achilles tendon if it were possible to project when the St. Louis native will be ready to return to the NBA. And while we cannot know when Tatum will be playing basketball in the association again, it seems it the Duke alum has a host of people pulling for him. Included among them are hip hop icons Public Enemy, with Chuck D and Flava Flav both donning a Tatum jersey at Boston Calling, a recent concert held in the city the Celtics call home. The admiration may be mutual, with JT having donned PE gear to postgame pressers last season. Advertisement The folks behind the "CBS Boston" YouTube channel put together a clip of the moment for us to watch later. Check it out below to see it for yourself. This article originally appeared on Celtics Wire: Public Enemy don Tatum jerseys in concert; wish Celtics star swift return
San Francisco Chronicle
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- San Francisco Chronicle
‘This is home': Green Day kicks off BottleRock with a fierce yet familiar performance
Green Day kicked off BottleRock Napa Valley with an exuberant yet no-frills headlining set that felt like a homecoming for the Bay Area rockers. Ever-youthful frontman Billie Joe Armstrong, who co-founded the band in 1987 alongside bassist Mike Dirnt, reveled in the band's deep connection to the region, calling out lesser-known cities like Vallejo, Fairfield and American Canyon. Throughout the performance on Friday, May 23, he frequently turned the microphone toward the audience to let them finish the lyrics. 'This is home,' Armstrong declared, as the crowd eagerly cheered on the East Bay rockers through its 90-minute set. Much like their 2022 appearance at San Francisco's Outside Lands, however, Green Day's performance was devoid of surprises — no political rants, no radical shifts in the setlist and no pyrotechnic mishaps. Armstrong, ever the political provocateur, subtly altered the lyrics of 'American Idiot' to reflect his discontent with current politics, singing, 'Don't want to be an American idiot / I'm not part of a MAGA agenda.' But that was about as far as he was willing to push things. Maybe, with a hometown crowd, he didn't feel like he needed to try harder. Instead, Armstrong, Dirnt and drummer Tré Cool maintained their trademark onstage chemistry, breezing through a performance that has remained largely unchanged for the past two decades. They delivered high-speed renditions of fan favorites like 'Basket Case,' 'Longview' and 'Holiday' with the precision and energy that proved why Green Day remains one of the most reliable rock acts in the industry. Still, while the band's concerts now resemble well-produced Broadway shows, their energy was undeniably electric. Green Day balanced nostalgia and newer material, playing crowd-pleasers like 'Brain Stew' and 'Wake Me Up When September Ends' drawing the loudest reactions. Fans sang along to every word, especially during 'Jesus of Suburbia' and 'Boulevard of Broken Dreams.' During 'Bobby Sox,' Armstrong thanked the crowd for their support. To wind down the evening, Armstrong busted out his acoustic guitar for a hushed rendition of 'Good Riddance (Time of Your Life)' as Cool pranced around tossing confetti. Public Enemy's Flava Flav even briefly joined the trio onstage, but Green Day decidely ended the night with a whimper, not a bang. Well, that was the quietest ending I've ever seen Green Day wrap a show. It was also adorbs to see Flava Flav close out @BottleRockNapa for them like that well before curfew ⏰ — Mariecar Mendoza (@SFMarMendoza) May 24, 2025 The set marked just the beginning of BottleRock's eclectic opening day. Other performances included crowd-pleasing sets from Sublime as well as rap legends E-40 and Public Enemy, who energized the crowd with nostalgic hits. Up-and-coming artists like Remi Wolf and Bad Nerves kept the energy high with their raucous performances in the middle of the day. On the opposite Verizon Stage, electronic dance music superstar Kaskade brought the crowd to life with club-ready renditions of hits like Journey's 'Don't Stop Believin'' and Gotye's 'Somebody That I Used to Know,' complemented by a dazzling light show. Several celebrities were spotted at the festival, including Tobey Maguire, Judd Apatow and Leslie Mann, as well as tennis legend Serena Williams and country singer Trisha Yearwood, who appeared together for one of the star-studded cooking demonstrations on the Williams Sonoma Culinary Stage. BottleRock Napa Valley continues with Justin Timberlake headlining day two and Noah Kahan closing out the weekend on Sunday.
Express Tribune
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Axl Rose's Stage Wipeouts Featured in Guns N' Roses' Humorous Instagram Compilation
Guns N' Roses are embracing frontman Axl Rose's history of onstage missteps with humor, sharing a lighthearted compilation of his most memorable falls. Posted on the band's official Instagram account, the video montage showcases Rose's many tumbles throughout his decades-long career — all set to the backdrop of their iconic track, 'Welcome to the Jungle.' Titled 'Guns N' Roses Greatest Hits,' the one-minute video features clips dating back to the 1980s and highlights a series of onstage wipeouts. The footage shows Rose falling backward, face-first, and even walking straight off the stage. One of the more recent mishaps occurred during their concert in Mumbai over the weekend, when the 63-year-old singer tripped while sprinting up a staircase mid-performance of 'Sweet Child O' Mine.' That incident appears as the second clip in the reel. Fans and followers responded positively to the self-deprecating post, applauding the band's willingness to laugh at themselves — particularly Rose, who has remained at the helm of the group through countless tours and performances. The compilation coincides with the launch of Guns N' Roses' 'Because What You Want & What You Get Are Two Completely Different Things' World Tour. The band is set to perform across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East through the end of July. Select shows will feature special guests including Public Enemy, Rival Sons, and Sex Pistols. This tour also introduces drummer Isaac Carpenter, who joined the lineup earlier this year after replacing longtime member Frank Ferrer. 'Carpenter has made a name for himself by uniquely blending versatility and groove with crushing force and technical skill,' the band said in a statement, adding that being behind the drum kit may be the safest place when it comes to avoiding Rose-style stumbles.
