As a Bay Area DJ, Sly Stone slipped Bob Dylan and the Beatles into R&B playlists, foreshadowing the genre-blurring of his own music. “He was always trying to mix up boundaries,” says Sheffield.

Based in San Francisco, Sly and the Family Stone was responsible for some of the biggest anthems of the late ’60s and early ...

“The maestro has passed — the man was an open heart with two legs — with an ear that heard the angels. Quite literally. Love and Mercy for you and yours tonight. RIP Brian.” — John Cusack, who played ...

Featuring John Cusack and Paul Dano playing versions of Brian Wilson, and with Paul Giamatti’s role as Dr. Eugene Landy, the film alternates between the making of the album Pet Sounds, and said period ...

Rock Icon, 78, Shares Grief-Filled Post: 'My World Is in Mourning' originally appeared on Parade. Rock legend Ronnie Wood has ...

Keith Richard and Ronnie Wood are among the stars who have praised the singer, bass player, songwriter and producer after his death at 82.

Heard the sad news about Brian today and thought about all the years I've been listening to him and admiring his genius. Rest in peace dear Brian.

Sly Stone, the iconic musician and showman, passed away at 82. His legacy in music and cultural impact continues to inspire ...

The music world mourns the loss of funk pioneer Sly Stone, who passed away at 82 after battling COPD and other health issues. His family confirmed his peaceful death, surrounded by loved ones ...