Winner receives a FUNKY VIP PRIZE BAG that includes: one pair of premium seat tickets, overnight hotel stay and VIP credentials for the pre-concert Day of Service event honoring Sly Stone on October 24th at 10:00am from your favorite community network, KZMOHD - THE KZMOVERSE!!! Winner will be notified via email on October 16th.
MAYORS OF LAS VEGAS AND NORTH LAS VEGAS OFFICIALLY PROCLAIM OCTOBER 24TH THE FAMILY STONE EVERYDAY PEOPLE TOUR DAY OF SERVICE HONORING SLY STONE
The City of Las Vegas is part of the historic beginnings of Sly and the Family Stone performing its first concert in Las Vegas, NV 58 years ago in 1967. Right after signing with Epic Records, Sly and the Family Stone played a gig at the Pussycat-A-GO-GO, during which time they tightened up their famous sound. During their days off they recorded their debut album, “A Whole New Thing,” at CBS in Los Angeles, which was released on October 1, 1967.
Led by Rock n’ Roll Hall of Fame inductee and founding member Jerry Martini, The Family Stone has kept the music of Sly and the Family Stone alive on stages around the world and in the hearts of everyday people for the past 25 years. To commemorate 60 years of Sly and the Family Stone, Jerry Martini is planning a major tour that will hit cities across America and around the world.
Formed in San Francisco (1966), Sly and the Family Stone made history as America’s first major multi-racial, multi-gender touring band. Their infectious blend of funk, soul, R&B, rock, and psychedelia propelled them to global fame. Fronted by the visionary Sly Stone, the band’s original lineup included his brother Freddie Stone (guitar), sister Rose Stone (keyboards), Jerry Martini (saxophone), Larry Graham (bass), Greg Errico (drums), and the late, great Cynthia Robinson (trumpet).
Affectionately known as “Papa J,” Jerry Martini helped shape the band’s revolutionary sound. “Sly and I formed a lifelong bond when I nudged him into leading the band in 1965,” says Martini. “Our influence helped shift the landscape of popular music in ways that still resonate today.” Carrying the torch forward is powerhouse vocalist Phunne Stone— daughter of Cynthia Robinson and Sly Stone. Her electrifying performances honor her parents’ legacies while forging a bold path of her own. Sly is proud to witness her vocal prowess in performing his music on stage. Today, The Family Stone remains true to its original mission: to uplift and unite. Still multi-racial and multi-gender, the band continues to inspire audiences of all ages to STAND for peace, equality, and everyday people.
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