I Want to Take You Higher: The Life and Times of Sly and the Family Stone (Book)

Author Jeff Kaliss scored the first face-to-face interview with the reclusive superstar in over 20 years, making this book a must-read for any rock 'n' roll fan. From his anthemic early hits (I Want to Take You Higher, Family Affair, Dance to the Music), through the moody meditations of There's a Riot Going On and beyond, Sly and the Family Stone have left an indelible stamp on rock, funk, pop, and hip hop. Author Jeff Kaliss Has Scored The First Face-to-face Interview With Sly Stone In Over Twenty Years, Gaining His Trust And Making This Book A Must-read For Any Rock 'n' Roll Fan. I Want To Take You Higher Follows The Evolution And Dissolution Of Sly & The Family Stone, From San Francisco Favorites To Global Rock Stars Whose Success Was Undermined By Drugs And Self-delusion. Kaliss Brings This Turbulent Tale Right Up To Date, Through Sly's Enigmatic Grammy Performance And His Recent Comeback Concerts, Which Have Left Audiences Buzzing And Perplexed. I Want To Take You Higher Includes Numerous Interviews With Original Family Stone Musicians, Managers, And Eyewitnesses To This Decades-spanning Saga - Not To Mention Contributions From The Man Himself. This Is An Unprecedented Account Of One Of Rock's Wildest Rides.--jacket. Get Your Livin' Down (1943-1961) -- You Have You To Complete (1961-1966) -- Dance To The Music (1966-1968) -- Everybody : Stand! (1968-1970) -- Riot (1970-1972) -- You Don't Have To Come Down (1972-1974) -- Ever Catch A Falling Star? (1974-2001) -- I Love You For Who You Are (2002-). Jeff Kaliss. Includes Bibliographical References (p. [195]-200), Discography (p. [183]-194), And Index. (Book). Author Jeff Kaliss scored the first face-to-face interview with the reclusive superstar in over 20 years, making this book a must-read for any rock 'n' roll fan. From his anthemic early hits ("I Want to Take You Higher," "Family Affair," "Dance to the Music"), through the moody meditations of "There's a Riot Going On" and beyond, Sly & the Family Stone have left an indelible stamp on rock, funk, pop, and hip hop. Provides an in-depth look at this popular band and its many accomplishments, from playing Woodstock to becoming global rock stars with their celebrated hits "Family Affair" and "Dance to the Music."