A tribute to the late Sly Stone, one of music’s true originals. This week’s Old School Wednesday revisits “If You Want Me to Stay” ~ a stripped-down funk classic that hits with honesty, groove, and soul. Plus: a personal story, a deep sample dive, and the legacy Sly left behind.
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