SLY STONE

When it comes to rock and roll icons, Sly Stone is one of the most enduring. He is also one of its most enigmatic and creative figures. Stone’s unique fusion of rock, funk, and pop helped cement his legacy in the industry. However, his reclusive lifestyle meant that he was seldom seen over the years, beyond his appearances during the 1993 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction for Sly and The Family Stone. He also turned up for the 2006 Grammy Awards where he was given a tribute.

It was also this period that some of his struggles were revealed to the public, including the fact that he had been living in an RV van during a difficult time in his life. Fortunately, with the help of his lawyers, Stone was able to retrieve and secure millions of royalties, which had been kept from him.