Released yesterday, Giant Step contributor Jesse E brings us his take on 'Different Strokes By Different Folks.'

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Sly and The Family Stone – ‘Different Strokes By Different Folks' (Epic/Legacy)

In case you’ve been living under a rock and missed them the first time around, today’s stars give the catalogue of Sly and The Family Stone classics another run around. The legendary group of funky cats that have thrilled the ears since the late sixties get the re-work for the new millennium with some interesting artist collaborations and even more interesting takes on their classic tunes.

Everybody from John Legend to The Roots to Moby get their shot to take on the legendary hits from Sly Stone and company. Will.i.am gives “Dance To The Music” a new energy and The Roots shine through on “Star”. John Legend, Joss Stone and Van Hunt give “Family Affair” a new flair and even Chuck D gives “Sing a Simple Song” a Public Enemy stamp along side D’Angelo and Isaac Hayes.

Whether you’re new to the works of Sly and The Family Stone, or been a fan through the years, definitely check out this fresh take on their timeless classics. Grab your dancing shoes, pop this on the player and shake your funky thang.

Reviewed by Jesse E (Mowgli) for Giant Step
February 2006
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