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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Why 37,369 flags will wave in the Boston Common this Memorial Day
Organizers of the Boston Common Memorial Day Flag Garden say the true meaning of the holiday is to honor fallen service members. -
Tina Turner was 'Simply The Best:' a legendary artist and an inspiration to women everywhere
Tributes have been pouring in following the death of iconic singer Tina Turner, known for her deep, raspy voice and explosive dance moves. But offstage, she overcame an abusive relationship. -
Rozzie Bound gives consumers a chance to own part of a bookstore
What started as a pandemic-era pop-up is quickly becoming a fixture.
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Jena Malone Tells the Story of Wounded Warrior U.S. Marine Corps Veteran Kirstie Ennis
Jena Malone tells the story of Kirstie Ennis on the 2024 National Memorial Day Concert. -
Joe Mantegna & Gary Sinise Tribute Korean War Veterans
Joe Mantegna and Gary Sinise tribute Korean War veterans on the 2024 National Memorial Day Concert. -
BD Wong Tells the Story of Vietnam Veteran and Gold Star Father Allen Hoe
BD Wong tells the story of Gold Star Father Allen Hoe on the 2024 National Memorial Day Concert. -
Co-hosts Joe Mantegna and Gary Sinise Introduce Taps
U.S. Army bugler SGM Matt Byrne performs "Taps" on the 2024 National Memorial Day Concert.
