From funk to gospel to soul, Sly Stone captured the beauty and chaos of the human experience
Sly Stone’s radical joy, music and message live on in a time that still needs it.
Sign up for GBH newsletters
GBH offers several newsletters focused on the topics that matter to you.
Culture in the News
Omar Thomas on making “Griot Songs” at GBH
Omar Thomas is a large ensemble composer who’s had work commissioned by Eastman New Jazz Ensemble, the Boston Gay Men’s Chorus, and the Colorado Symphony Orchestra. His newest album, “Griot Songs,” was recorded entirely in the GBH Fraser Performance Studio. He spoke to Al Davis and Va Lynda Robinson about the process.
-
Alison Bechdel on intimacy, mortality and unfettered creativity
Ahead of her appearance at the Boston Public Library's Literary Lights event, writer and cartoonist Alison Bechdel joined "The Culture Show" to discuss her latest graphic memoir, “The Secret to Superhuman Strength,” and the spiritual quest hidden within her exercise routine. -
Boston group celebrates 40 years of performing 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show'
Fans says cult classic remains as electric and relevant as ever. -
Here are the 2024 Elliott Norton Theater Award nominees
The Boston Theater Critics Association has announced the nominees for their 41st Annual Elliot Norton Awards.
GBH Music
More Culture Programs
-
Graham Nash Performs A Case of You
Graham Nash performs "A Case of You" at the 2023 Gershwin Prize concert for Joni Mitchell.| 5:01 -
Joni Mitchell Sings Summertime
Gershwin Prize for Popular Song honoree Joni Mitchell performs "Summertime."| 6:57 -
Herbie Hancock and Ledisi Perform River
Ledisi and Herbie Hancock perform "River" at the 2023 Gershwin Prize for Joni Mitchell.| 4:50 -
James Taylor Performs California
James Taylor performs "California" at the 2023 Gershwin Prize for Joni Mitchell.| 4:23