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Sly Stone, of the enduring band Sly and the Household Stone, lifeless at age 82

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Sly Stone, of the enduring band Sly and the Household Stone, lifeless at age 82

Sylvester Stewart, who as leader of Sly and the Family Stone served up an intoxicating alchemy of soul, rock and R&B to pave the way for funk music’s heyday, has died. He was 82 years old.  The musician’s family confirmed his death in a statement shared with CBC News.  “It is with profound sadness that we … Read more

Sly Stone, funk pioneer and frontman of Sly and the Household Stone, dies at 82

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Sly Stone, funk pioneer and frontman of Sly and the Household Stone, dies at 82

Sly and the Family Stone frontman Sly Stone died, his family said in a statement Monday. He was 82. His family said Stone, whose real name is Sylvester Stewart, died after a lengthy battle with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and other underlying health issues. “Sly passed away peacefully, surrounded by his three children, his … Read more