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Music Legends Brian Wilson and Sly Stone Pass Away

12/30/2025

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In June 2025, Brian Wilson and Sly Stone died at age 82, marking a loss for the Beach Boys and Sly and the Family Stone.
A lengthy In Memoriam playlist honors their legacies and includes Ozzy Osbourne and D'Angelo.
The piece notes they faced personal struggles despite their musical genius.
Author Lindsay Zoladz invites readers to contribute songs that defined their year, signaling her transition from the newsletter.

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Story summary

In June 2025, Brian Wilson and Sly Stone died at age 82, marking a loss for the Beach Boys and Sly and the Family Stone.
A lengthy In Memoriam playlist honors their legacies and includes Ozzy Osbourne and D'Angelo.
The piece notes they faced personal struggles despite their musical genius.
Author Lindsay Zoladz invites readers to contribute songs that defined their year, signaling her transition from the newsletter.