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“Sly Stone doesn't make good albums: only good records. His style is so infinite and revolves around so many crucial aspects that it has only come together perfectly on a handful of his singles.” quote by Jon Landau — Download Open image

“Sly Stone doesn't make good albums: only good records. His style is so infinite and revolves around so many crucial aspects that it has only come together perfectly on a handful of his singles.”

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Check out the albums, ... Check out the live performances. That's the reality of it all. Music is such an energizing thing.

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