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.
Tracks:
.I Ain't Got NobodySly & The Family Stone2.Skate NowSly & The Family Stone3.Show MeSly & The Family Stone4.What Is Soul?Sly & The Family Stone5.I Can't Turn You LooseSly & The Family Stone6.Baby I Need Your LovingSly & The Family Stone7.Pucker Up ButtercupSly & The Family Stone8.Saint James InfirmarySly & The Family Stone9.I Gotta Go Now (Up On the Floor)/Funky BroadwaySly & The Family Stone