EARTH, WIND & FIRE

THE 30-YEAR DOCUMENTARY

"SHINING STARS"

THE OFFICIAL STORY

Earth Wind & Fire - Shining Stars  - The Documentary

It's hard to decide which is the more remarkable: Is it the stage performances, designed by magician Doug Henning and his (then unknown) assistant, David Copperfield? Band members levitated, flew, disappeared whilst whirling lights and lasers winked in sync. Or is it their astonishing achievements (first Black act to top Billboard pop single and album charts simultaneously in May 1975)? Is it the six consecutive Double Platinum albums (2 million sales each) from 'That's The Way of the World' to 'I Am'? Is it selling 100,000 tickets for Madison Square Gardens - and developing theatrical concepts that are still the standard for live concerts today? Or is it that 1997's 'In The Name of Love' was one of Earth, Wind & Fire's best-received records in over a decade?

This performance documentary will be a bold look into the award winning music of the legendary band, Earth, Wind & Fire. One of the most prolific and enduring bands of the last 30 years, it will reveal the inside story behind their songs, their inspirations and the secret to their long-standing success. Exclusive interviews with band members Maurice White (now sadly struck with Parkinson's Disease), Verdine White, Philip Bailey and interviews with superstars such as Eric Benet and Wyclef Jean will relate the story of a band who fused soul, funk, gospel, blues, jazz, rock and dance music - creating a new kind of pop music.

In addition, this program will showcase unseen footage, rare archival performances, rehearsal sessions, behind the scenes at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame . . . and an all-access pass into the good-vibin', 'foot-tappin', feel good music of the incomparable Earth, Wind & Fire. Also, recently filmed footage of them recording their latest album, produced by Maurice White and Wyclef Jean as they mastermind the band's new album to be released on Sony Music.

Songs in the show will include 'After the Love is Gone', 'Boogie Wonderland', 'Reasons', 'September', 'Shining Star', 'Can't Stop Love' and all their big hits as well as exclusive first time recordings of new material for their latest album.

Earth, Wind & Fire have inspired generations of music lovers and they're still going strong! Their story is one of enduring talent, hard work and loyalty to their fans. Earth, Wind & Fire's induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in March 2000 demonstrates that they have fulfilled the strictest of criteria - to be influential, significant and to contribute to the development of music as we know it.

Directed by Stephanie Bennett 2000

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