A Whole New ThingThough it failed to achieve the commercial success of its follow up, DANCE TO THE MUSIC, Sly & The Family Stone's debut album established a precedent for a new blend of rock, soul, and funk. This was ground zero for a new generation of progressive R&B. Led by the assertive vocals and soulful keyboard work of Sly, the band pumped out energetic, horn driven grooves that combined the propulsion of Motown with the socially relevant lyrics and hard edged