Sly & The Family Stone: Rare 1967 Live Album Previewed
Get ready to groove! News Directory 3 announces the upcoming release of a previously unheard live album from Sly & The Family Stone.”The First Family: live at Winchester Cathedral 1967″ drops July 18th,and offers a captivating glimpse into the band’s raw,funk-infused sound,recorded a year before “Dance To The Music” dominated the airwaves. This unearthed gem, captured in Redwood City, California, in 1967, showcases the original lineup at their most electrifying. The album, a testament to the band’s early prowess, was originally recorded by their first manager, Rich Romanello, and recently rediscovered by archivists. Featuring early versions of their signature funk and soul, this album promises a fresh listen for longtime fans. Immerse yourself in this iconic moment. Discover what’s next.
Sly & the Family Stone’s Earliest Live Recording to Be Released
Updated June 6, 2025
A previously unreleased live album by Sly & The Family Stone, titled “The First Family: Live at Winchester Cathedral 1967,” will be available July 18 on CD, LP and digital platforms. this funk and soul treasure captures the band a year before their breakthrough hit, “Dance To The Music.”
The recording showcases the original lineup during their stint as the house band at Redwood City, California’s Winchester Cathedral. They held that role from Dec. 16, 1966, to April 28, 1967.
Rich Romanello, Sly & the Family stone’s first manager, recorded “The First Family: Live at Winchester Cathedral 1967” in the early hours of March 26, 1967. After the band signed with Epic Records, Romanello stored the 7-inch analog tapes for 35 years. In 2002, Sly & The Family Stone archivists Edwin and Arno Konings rediscovered the reels. alec Palao co-produced the restored recording for release.
What’s next
Fans can anticipate hearing the raw energy of Sly & The Family stone’s early performances when “The First Family: Live at Winchester Cathedral 1967” drops next month.