Sly Stone

Sly Stone

musician United States

Sly Stone, born Sylvester Stewart, is a legendary musician and the creative force behind Sly & the Family Stone, a groundbreaking band that fused funk, rock, and gospel music. Known for iconic hits like 'Everyday People' and 'Hot Fun in the Summertime,' Sly's innovative approach to songwriting and production has left an indelible mark on the music industry. Despite facing personal struggles with addiction in the 1970s, his influence and contributions to music continue to resonate, and he is currently the subject of a new documentary titled 'Sly Lives! (aka The Burden of Black Genius),' directed by Questlove.

Born on Mar 15, 1943 (81 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
120,255
Power
7,629$
Sentiment
6.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United States 2 6.00 0.04% +0% 331,002,651 120,255 $21,000,000 7,629$
Totals 2 331,002,651 120,255 $21,000,000 7,629$
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Recent Mentions

United States United States: Sly Stone is the visionary behind Sly & the Family Stone, known for his innovative music and complex recording sounds. 7

The New York Times: A Sly Stone Primer: 15 Songs (and More) From a Musical Visionary