And Introducing, the shining star himself, it’s Maurice White! The creative driving force behind the pop r&b funk afro-rock powerhouse group Earth, Wind & Fire, Maurice’s singular pursuit of excellence brought the group to international success in the 70’s and 80’s. Today, we’ll be learning all about him, his spiritual journey, his songwriting style, his love of pyramids and…his diet, through his book, "My Life With Earth Wind and Fire".

Songs:

Chris Wade - Shining Star podium

Chicago and Earth, Wind & Fire - 25 or 6 to 4 (Live at the Greek Theater, 2004)

Betty Everett - You’re No Good

Fontella Bass - Rescue Me

Uriah Heep - The Wizard

Earth, Wind & Fire - Energy

Earth, Wind & Fire - Evil

Earth, Wind & Fire - Mighty Mighty

Earth, Wind & Fire - Earth Wind & Fire

Earth, Wind & Fire - Jupiter, (Live In Brazil, 1980)

Earth, Wind & Fire - Fantasy

Earth, Wind & Fire - Jupiter

Earth, Wind & Fire - September

Earth, Wind & Fire - Let’s Groove

Earth, Wind & Fire - Freedom of Choice

Earth, Wind & Fire - Magnetic

Earth, Wind & Fire - This Is How I Feel

Frank Zapp - Titties & Beer (Live in New York)