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.
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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.
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Embrace Ideas Festival 2023 to highlight joy, education and the best potato salad
The second annual festival begins Wednesday. -
With new album, Rickie Lee Jones feels more confident than ever before
Jones' tour takes her through New England this week. -
Portraits of Pride exhibit, on view at Boston City Hall, celebrates community
People who stop by Boston City Hall Plaza this month will see the 10-foot-tall portraits of more than 30 local leaders.
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Extended Readers Club | Leonardo Da Vinci
Readers Club welcomes Walter Isaacson and Sarah Burns to discuss Leonardo da Vinci documentary.| 1:18:49 -
Episode 5008, Season 50<br> Juanes
Colombian superstar Juanes lights up the stage with songs from his smash Vida Cotidiana in an epic h| 53:55 -
Episode 22, Season 51<br> Rodgers & Hammerstein's 80th Anniversary
Features an all-star cast at London’s Theatre Royal Drury Lane.| 1:55:25 -
Episode 5007, Season 50<br> Wynonna
Country Music Hall of Fame icon Wynonna celebrates her 40-year career in a moving hour.| 53:25
