The UNTOLD HIDDEN Story of MAURICE WHITE - Earth, Wind & Fire | Rise & Fall_What They Never Told You

[@borood1188]

He was a musical genius, a mastermind producer, and also an underrated vocalist. Many of his EWF vocals are engraved in musical memory

[@el.aye.bee.4477]

I don't think that even YOU believe what you said could have been said any better!

[@koolhandduke4087]

@borood--Very well said!! I couldn't agree more with your comment.

[@Jtrain_Express]

Love's Holiday is a great example. Priceless and timeless.

[@borood1188]

@@koolhandduke4087 Puke! I didn’t know Jamaicans found their way over here!

[@koolhandduke4087]

@@borood1188 --I didn't know JAMS did either. But I'm not Jam so I'm everywhere, I have many interests. Esp good music and legendary artists.

[@SS-ii6nz]

This is the most outstanding group of our time. This band consists of R&B, Soul, Funk, Hip Hop, Disco, House Music, Jazz, Rock and, Pop 🎶 music. EWF and the Isley Brothers are Legends that are musical geniuses and their legacy must be honored and respected as historical figures in the music industry forever. R.I.P to all members we lost from both of these legendary groups.❤❤❤

[@rhondaherbert9282]

2 of my favorites. When I hear their music on the radio, I am transported back in time with a huge smile on my face. I sure miss music like that of these 2 groups, especially.

[@kennykerr144]

Absolutely brilliant, Maurice was one of a kind, legend ❤

[@2Misha]

Facts 💯💯💯💯💯♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@mikkih5809]

Absolutely! Both of those groups are part of the fabric of my life & a large part of my album collection!🥰🎵🎹🥁 - Devotion is in my top 10 favorites of all time!

[@thomasberry2198]

The song "That's the way of the world" is one of the most Beautiful and touching songs ever done. And every song on that album are awesome.

[@Gl6619]

That’s why they cal it their “National Anthem”…the lyrics are inspirational

[@MD-DLive]

There's a short movie for that album, actually!

[@judyjackson2118]

Edward Bok Technical Vocational High in South Philadelphia Pa sang this Heartfelt Song at our Graduation Class of 1975. This Group had an Inspirational , Spiritual And Encouraging Affect on our Lives until These Very Days we live in..,We All Need To Cont .To Share Their Music With Our Offspring and Others . The live Performances Are Memorable

[@thomasberry2198]

Wonderful story and you are so right on about their outta sight, soulful music!!!!

[@kimme2852]

⁠​⁠@@MD-DLive It’s the other way around.. That album is the soundtrack of a movie directed by Harvey Keitel back in the day. “That’s The Way..” is the title of the movie.

[@gwendolynhogan126]

Definitely one of my favorite groups. REST IN HEAVEN Maurice. 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@barbarakelly3357]

Loved his voice! And his songs.

[@deloreswillis9224]

🙏🏿 amen

[@DroneUpp]

He is truly an unforgettable genius!!! He was an impact on my life for more than 6 decades and was a catalyst to my music degree! Thanks Maurice for your huge contribution to the music industry! Love you bro and rest in heavenly peace. We will see you again on the other side!

[@superdude7459]

Forever be grateful for their contribution to the music world. Rest In Paradise MW 🕊️ 🙏🏽

[@superdude7459]

Such a beautiful way of paying homage to such genus of a musician and encouraging master of Music that can never be duplicated or replicated. I believe I fell in love with the Group around 1974 and remain a huge fan til this day. I can be feeling down or having a rough day and just like magic I can put on some EW&F and and the next thing I know I'm joining in as if I was the lead singer in the Group. I wi

[@writers_delight]

Maurice had an amazing singing voice. Maurice thank you for your brilliant musical contribution to humanity. "Mighty, Mighty" is what you are my brother.

[@ericrobinson1789]

Earth Wind & Fire if not the greatest is definitely one of the greatest bands to ever hit the music industry. Period! Maurice White was just a straight genuis visionary.

[@Gl6619]

If they where a white band and marketed differently…they would have easily been considered one of the top 10 bands ever (I’m talking more so the critics, not fans)

[@reneehendrix7094]

MY ALL TIME FAVORITE GROUP! NO GROUP CAN HOLD A CANDLE TO THEM!! FROM THE TIME I WAS 12, TILL NOW, I STILL BLAST EARTH, WIND, & FIRE! THEIR MUSIC SPOKE TO ME THEN & STILL DOES TODAY!!! MY FOREVER LUV TO YOU, YOU ARE & ALWAYS WILL BE # 11111 IN MY HEART ❤❤❤! PHENOMENAL TALENT!!

[@dougfredricks2017]

As a teen in 70s admittedly The Horns... always got me. The Horns of EWF and Chicago always got,me. Then the two groups collaborated and toured together. Magic!

[@jamesrobinson8612]

You know I agree that EWF are and will always be a GREAT Band, yes BAND. In my opinion I give the Isley's a nod above them.

[@gregwaters8480]

All CAPS IS NOT necessary bro! 🫤

[@reneehendrix7094]

@@gregwaters8480 WHO DO YOU THINK YOU’RE SPEAKING TO?THERE’S NO BRO HERE! BE RESPECTFUL! I WRITE THE WAY I CHOOSE TO! I DON’T CARE WHAT YOU THINK!!!

[@dougfredricks2017]

@@gregwaters8480 L😁L

[@nw504]

Maurice understood love, self love, ancestral love, spiritual love, and love of the human race. EWF is best band ever because of that. Real musicians, real singers, real musicians. Real respect for women in their music.

[@JoeandAngie]

Paygun

[@denniseudela411]

When they entered the music scene in the early 70s, it was a musical R&B Breakthrough in music history and the group with Maurice's lead is now solidly iconic, legendary & UNIVERSAL.

[@kuroneko7022]

My favorite band of all time! When I first heard “That’s the Way of the World”, I was a fan forever! R.I.P. Maurice, your work was greatly appreciated.

[@pamelanixon5675]

That's right!! "child is born with a heart of gold, way of the world"🎼🖤🙏 you know the rest

[@toobadd2802]

When I first heard Keep Your Head to the Sky and Evil I was hooked for life on Earth Wind & Fire!

[@graciekelly7368]

My favorite song

[@nicolebrooks2876]

Unbelievably brilliant musical group, way ahead of their time. Maurice White was talent, personified, and his leadership skills shined through with the entire group. Excellent musicians and musicianship!

[@laticialockleer4929]

I have ALWAYS adored Earth, Wind & Fire; and Maurice's spectacular contribution to music!

[@tyardovdabulldht2340]

Mr. White was WAY ahead of his time! All of us are blessed to listen to his music. IT WILL NEVER DIE!

[@henryhill1876]

❤

[@tanastoiberg7981]

I totally agree! I'm a big fan of EW&F also. Incredible music and stage presence. 🎶🎼🎹🎺🎤

[@clarenceawalker1873]

Another legendary band , And Still around their Bass lines and horn section was amazing, Rest in peace Maurice, there music will live forever.

[@phyllisgailjudge7821]

An Earth, Wind, & Fire concert was the real United Nations. Every culture came together under one roof to experience the sounds of Unity. They were amazing and Maurice White was a gift from God. Love Always.❤️❤️❤❤️❤️

[@reggiepope2558]

Charles Stepney did a lot of the arranging for EWF, Maurice learned a lot from Charles harmony, songwriting, arranging etc. I love EWF but Charles deserves an honorable mention if not more.

[@021881mt]

When he showed up in 74 Earth Wind & Fire blew up...Open Our Eyes, That's The Way Of The World, Gratitude, and much of Spirits before he died was their golden period...I think All & All was their best album but other than that the Charles Stepney contributed albums were their best works...I am was a major classic album but not as good as the above mentioned.

[@asage5801]

@@021881mtagree 100%. Maurice was a master at bringing others into the max and using their talents to max impact. After Stepney, he turned to others for melody, arrangement and co-writing. Still he was a Master Producer, which is really what separates EWF from others. All n All was an inflection point. After that EWF went totally Pop and used many many other talents for everything. When McKay left, a huge hole remained in writing, sound, production and groove. Then the malaise set in…however, i do believe that Maurice got tired of fighting the racism in large record companies that did not give them their due

[@asage5801]

Without Stepney its difficult to see EWF making the transition from raw talent to a fully mature entity. Maurice was a sponge and soaked up not only production but also melody and structure from Stepney. People need to understood that EWF was basically a rhythm band full of drummers and great singing voices before Stepney with no distinct essence. Stepney provided that.

[@mrmiggedy123]

Truth bombs.

[@phobedavis7014]

So true. He never recovered from Charles Stepheny's death.

[@Elwrt455]

RIH Maurice White! Growing up Earth, Wind, & Fire were a phenomenon. They uplifted the listener spiritually and philosophically. Maurice White was a visionary combining music genres jazz, Latin, funk. Rock. etc

[@christopherbrooks5665]

Maurice White deserves a big thank you for many beautiful memories and years of great music. Tickets sold out very quickly back in the 1970s to see an Earth, Wind and Fire concert and the group kept arenas so filled. The great inspiring band in the land.

[@tonyareed5083]

@0:56 - Maurice White was NOT "ahead of his time." He was RIGHT ON TIME. 🤗 Also, "Boogie Wonderland" is the highest-grossing Disco song of all time, but EW&F was a worldwide musical sensation LONG BEFORE this now-classic song. The group's long list of impactful music stands the test of time, and much of it will be forever considered timeless and of the highest quality in various music genres.

[@eddiejames9827]

I don't think it was the highest grossing disco song. It didn't even reach #1, I don't think.

[@josevi5835]

Rolling Stones fan here. EWF was an incredible band that blended wisely different styles like soul, funky, disco, jazz, R&B and gospel. Their energy on stage was contagious. Their music is very difficult to imitate and the production was always top notch. Their tunes are always danceable and percussion, horns and vocals blow your mind. White deserves one of the highest positions in the music world. Rest in peace Mr. White.

[@violet2715]

Maurice will forever live on in his music.❤️🎵🎶

[@MDarkraven]

Their music is my childhood. Thank you, Maurice. For the great memories. I will be forever grateful.

[@Zbigniew-i1z]

I'm jealous now, boom Ya🤗

[@simshill295]

1972 Last Day and Time ….I remember EWF and seeing them in concert 🎶, amazing performers. Maurice White is truly missed. EWF were and are the best.

[@kingbrinston]

That Brother Gave the world some of the Greatest inspirational Music and Songs. The Best Concert i ever seen, live in Chicago at the Chicago Stadium in the 70,s.

[@larry6795]

Maurice was a gift from God to supply happiness through his talents 👏🏽🙏🏾🕊️

[@marcusdavidson3985]

Agreed, I have no words to describe my respect for him, my favourite producer of all time!

[@melvinburwell8202]

He was a master of music. Spiritual guide. And one of the greatest singers of all time. You might lose your girl when they heard him sing. RIP my brother.❤❤🙏🙏😇😇

[@carolmirelez170]

Maurice White was an amazing talent!

[@kimme2852]

Genius. He was a musical genius. Who else in the world could have come up with the dramatic and hauntingly beautiful melody line of “Reasons” ? The song is so beautiful, people were having it played at their wedding receptions, and it’s a song about a one-night stand. May he Rest In Peace, and I am grateful to him for creating music that nourishes the soul.

[@jeromewilliams131]

He was one of black music's most influential Artist. We miss you! Thank you for leaving your mark on the world...

[@Gl6619]

Sorry for so many comments…I’m a huge fan and have so many thoughts…also Maurice is one of the few artist out of most genres who had a scandal free life…even the band was relatively scandal free (the only scandal they had, if you can call it that was Fred White being kicked out the band for drugs)…look at all the drama and scandal so many top R&B and Soul groups have dealt with…

[@SandraBWard]

I LOVED THEM. I'M SO GLAD I HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO SEE THEM IN CONCERT A FEW TIMES, THEY WERE AWESOME!!!

[@Cocoatreat]

Thank you for this story……there are some groups that move you…..and Earth, Wind, & Fire did this for me! I was in high school in the 70s….and they were my first concert in Murfreesboro, TN in 1976…featuring the Emotions! They were amazing! In fact, no one has topped them ! I never knew that Maurice was born in the same city as me!! their songs were my favorites…they are definitely my favorite overall group….they encompass it all! Maurice was an incredible artist….and i will always be a fan of him & the group!! Thank you! & RIP ..you will not be forgotten!

[@beverlytolbert2278]

The ABSOLUTELY BEST band EVER!! My niece says that she associates Dr. Scholl's sandals and EWF with me when she was a young child!!😂 Many of my former students will tell you that I played EWF in the classroom..a lot!! Their concerts were top-notch! When I had a medical procedure done, I asked the doctor to play September and any other EWF song!😊 I was duly accommodated! THAT was music from THE BEST.

[@RexGarvin-oq3ev]

Maurice White Is A True Musical Element! He Is The Earth!

[@koolhandduke4087]

A legend, Maurice White. The founder of the equally legendary EWF. They provided the soundtrack to much of my life. If you love music you know an EWF song. Maurice White, the legend, gone to soon.

[@raydominguez69]

The music of EW&F united people of all races and ethnicities. Maurice was surrounded by amazing song writers and musicians which only a few were mentioned here. EW&F continues to perform with original members Phillip Bailey, Verdine White and Ralph Johnson and they sound amazing.

[@tigerscott2966]

Earth Wind and Fire's music was magical... Me and my friend's would get every album they released and just sit in a room with a black light and listen to every song... We never had one disappointment...

[@rochstan123]

My favourite group of all time. Saw them in the 90s at the Royal Albert Hall in London, just incredible. Maurice was a legend & genius. Don't think we'll ever see the likes of EW&F again in my lifetime.

[@sharonhaywood2818]

Rest In Peace Maurice 💜 You was a trailblazer and i still have all of your LP's display in my home. 🥁🎸

[@terrywallace8922]

I don't care what anyone says about this man. All I know is that he made some great music! And. No body is perfect. We all have our flaws,and we all makes mistakes. So , sweep around ypur own front door, before you go criticizing someone else's life! Rip, MAURICE WHITE. WE WONT EVER FORGET YOU.❤

[@MatteBlack2024]

Among the finest musicians and performers ever! We had such an amazing artistic legacy within our community during that time - ACTUAL talent abounded!

[@davidzamora6617]

One of my favorite groups of all time,grew up listening to them growing up,amazing band👍

[@waynefoote3781]

The King of Leaders of Music....Best Vocalist/Songwriter/Bandleader EVER!

[@SoundScientist1]

You can't really do a PROPER EWF Tribute without mentioning that Larry Dunn (keyboards) and Louis Satterfield (Trombone, Bass) both made HEAVY contributions to helping Mr. White to execute the EWF song writing & arrangements. 👋🏾

[@yankcaptain3942]

Charles Stepney

[@ameydbarry]

@@yankcaptain3942 Charles Stepney was the hidden weapon , a great arranger !

[@Gl6619]

@@yankcaptain3942hey recently put out a soundtrack to a documentary on Charles…it has some of his music on it, that he performed…the documentary features interviews with daughters and archival footage of Charles himself…I can’t remember the title and don’t want to close this window to Google it for fear of this window closing….if you Google it…it will be the first result

[@SoundScientist1]

Thanks for the additional replies guys! Perhaps it's safe to make the following summary: Mr. White was the EWF Band Leader (& Quarterback), but he managed to assemble an elite WORLD CLASS song writing, arranging, & production team. We may never see/hear anything like that again. 👋🏾

[@021881mt]

@@yankcaptain3942 how does he not get mentioned when they mention Ramsey Lewis? The Ramsey Lewis Trio consisted of Charles Stepney and Maurice White...I love Maurice but I guess acknowledging Mr Stepney takes Mr Whites legacy down a few pegs

[@borood1188]

They were a real nine piece band. What you heard from them was every note authenticated

[@dougfredricks2017]

Arguably the Best RNB group/band of all times.

[@Janeair41....]

My Uncle introduced me at the age of 8 to this Informative band. The album; Last days and Times. From then on I was wanting more to learn. Thank you Maurice White and Earth,Wind and Fire 🔥 🕊💯

[@msyellarose]

Awesome album. “They Don’t See” still rings true even now

[@DonHernandez-g3b]

Love their music and I see he's from Memphis like ELVIS who I saw and met in April 1977 here in Saginaw mi. I wish I had the chance to see EWF I don't care if you say you don't like their music man if hearing their music doesn't make you move on the outside it WILL make you move on the inside I promise you that!!!! Thank you for ALL the years of making my life so much better. Peace and God Bless.

[@marycrowther8813]

The first time that I ever saw Earth Wind Fire had to be around 1968or1969.I was probably at the age of eight or nine years old. And I have never been the same since. Thoses brothers are still in me till this day, I just love them just that much.Marice White I definitely will love him forever and the whole group. But I say this much Marice was my heart throb I just loved the way he danced and sing. His moves was so exciting to see. I cried when I heard of his passing, but life must go on only God knows what best and his best was for our brother to come on home, not suffer any longer. On that may your soul continue to rest in peace and in God's loving arms 🙏❣️❤️❤️💙💕🙏🙏🙏🙏❣️❤️🙏. We love you and miss you and we will never forget you and one day we will see you again, brother Marice White.

[@marycrowther8813]

I am doing well thank you so much for asking and how are you doing today???

[@ajag57]

I’m the official EWF child!! My dad had me listening & dancing to them since the womb saying they’re “The baddest band of the land””!” And he was right,EWF is genius and forever appreciated!! Long Live Maurice White & Dave Rock of Plant City, Fl❤️❤️❤️

[@cooljoescott]

I grew up listening to this group. I fell in love with those melodies. There was nothing like it. They were truly a blessing to me. Rest in everlasting Peace Maurice White. 🙏🏿🙏🏿🕊🕊🕊

[@lisettegarvin5030]

Glad I grew up when I did. Best music ever!

[@queenlj12jax97]

When Prince first signed with Warner Bros. at the age of 19, they wanted Maurice White to produce his first album, but Prince declined, and the album didn't do well. Imagine what a collaboration that could have been! Maurice White and Earth, Wind, and Fire hold a prominent place in the soundtrack of my life. Their music carried me through so many trials and tribulations, and it gave me unspeakable joy as well. "On Your Face" is one of my all time favorites and still serves as one of my anthems to this day. Earth, Wind, and Fire will remain in my heart always and forever.😘❤❤

[@mrmiggedy123]

Prince didn't want Maurice to produce his album because he didn't want his music to sound that way. He didn't want a EWF production. Businesswise, he knew black artists budgets and exposure were smaller than rock and pop from a label's standpoint. He also knew the black band sound was on its way out(as well as disco), which he was right. Earth, Wind & Fire's last big hit was "Let's Groove" in 1981. Consequently, they both had the same management so that was something he did get from Maurice.

[@queenlj12jax97]

@@mrmiggedy123 I love Prince more than the beehive loves Beyonce, and while you make some very good points, Prince at 19, was motivated by ego as much as he was by his music and retaining complete control of it. In any event, we all benefited from the musical legacies of both he and Maurice White.😁

[@mrmiggedy123]

@@queenlj12jax97 everyone has an ego. That wasn't it. Prince didn't want to sound like a Maurice White production b/c it would've put him in the black record budget forever. He had better business acumen than most that come into the business as a 19 year old. And yeah it took him 4 albums to get to his sound but it also took EWF just as long before they found their stride. I too am a Prince fan but I'm a music student.

[@queenlj12jax97]

@@mrmiggedy123 I don't disrespect your opinion as a music student, but as a music teacher and fine arts historian, I am entitled to mine. Part of what made Prince so great for the good and the bad was his massive ego, which surpassed many of his contemporaries. At 19, while extraordinarily talented, he did not have the foresight for which you give him credit. That's why he ended up writing SLAVE on his face.

[@mrmiggedy123]

@@queenlj12jax97 tbh honest, there was no other way in the music business to do any deal without them having your masters. Not Maurice. Not anyone. Ego or not. Anyone who tried it was murked. But before you went all the way out there, my point to you is Prince probably wouldn't have worked with Maurice as their studio habits are way different. Good talking points tho.

[@ginelleamps]

Maurice White’s My life with Earth Wind & Fire is a must read (or listen to) for every fan. From the beginning to the end by the man himself.

[@kensuazo1957]

Boogie Wonderland is magical. EWF and the Emotions collaborative effort was perfection. It’s very emotional song that is wonderful to listen to. I joke I want it played at my funeral cause it sums up an energy I feel in my life. Call it adrenaline, music in a stratosphere, what have you.

[@vincentbrown1872]

Before EW&F became a dominant force they came to Rutgers University in 1974 and blew our minds as young students. It was the first concert I saw a group appear from smoke on the stage. Listening to this documentary suggests the writer was reading as opposed to knowing about their great music and electric live performances. Their second album with the extraordinary artwork " Last Days and Time " actually has some of their best and most beautiful songs like "Where have all the flowers gone, make it with you, and I'd rather Have you ". Music fans who didn't know their work till later should download that album right now. I also don't know if the moderator touched on the fact that their live performances were as extraordinary as their music! He also missed some of the best songs like Reasons and That's the Way of the World on the Album that boosted them to Superstardom few groups have reached.

[@kimbelsimpson7535]

I never liked my stepfather, but he did one good thing by me when he turned me on to Earth, Wind, and Fire they are and always will be my favorite musical group. Back in 1980 I had the pleasure of seeing them in concert at the Daily City Cow Palace and they put on one of the best shows I've ever seen.

[@vbassone]

Verdine White was ALWAYS the bassist for EWF, and is the bassist on the first two Warner Bros. records and EVERY record in their catalogue!

[@Gl6619]

I love how he’s kept the perm up….Him and Prince are the only black men to do perms correctly and keep them looking on Point

[@funkpill]

​@@Gl6619Nick Ashford

[@jameschan9634]

I have every EWF album, my favorite band growing up. Maurice White was the driving force behind the band, and they were never the same without him. One thing that separates him from other pop/funk musical greats is the SPIRITUALITY of his music.

[@LiberatedMuseOnline]

Maurice White is an icon and my idol. His lyrics and music were part of my early childhood memories and I will forever be in debted to him for sharing his heart with us through his music. His musical was like prayer, particularly the early EWF albums from 1975 and on.

[@johnathonwebster5720]

EWF had overwhelming presence with their music unique sound and amazing voices People today still turn the volume up when they come on They know a great song when they hear it RIP Maurice Thank you..

[@Gl6619]

I was just on a long drive and I did my ritual EW&F block, where I put EW&F on shuffle play…it’s like 2 hours of me singing at the top of my voice…I do it every long drive

[@lymonmclean6678]

WOW Their is only one marice white and it will never be another one anything like him, that's how special he is. The world will miss him greatly , as he was and is a great one in the music business. Rest in PEACE brother.☺️

[@mohmoudfarah1897]

One word to describe Maurice White: Genius!

[@lesiamccord5334]

Baddest band in the land. True musicianship.There never be another like them.RIP to the members that left us.

[@karencoleman6442]

Truly ahead of his time. Thank you Mr. Maurice White for the gift of your music. You given us live through the music that shaped our lives. We the fan miss you but we love you. You are in our hearts. Rest in God's loving arms. 🎶 🎶 🎵 ❤️

[@ivaberry2020]

Thanks for sharing your Powerful message one of my favorite group ❤🎉😊

[@ghost-yl1dv]

Two of my all time favorite EWF songs, "Burnin' Bush" and "Be Ever Wonderful"

[@williamcampbell3868]

I agree totally, although they were never released as single. Burnin' Bush was Biblical and spiritual.Be Ever Wonderful was a black man's (Maurice White's) dedication to black women the world over! However when he sang that song live all over the world, women of all nationalities just went crazy!! Maurice my Brother you are the Man!!! RIP in Heaven and thank you for the glorious music!

[@lincolncalvin5876]

What can I say EWF is the greatest band ever.

[@aaronmcneil3484]

EVERRRR!!!!!!!!!!

[@kimberlyjackson7266]

I love EWF! Especially all the songs Maurice lead ❤

[@garrygrant8511]

One of the best musical groups ever.

[@sunnyhoney7665]

Multi talented. Thanks Maurice White for the indelible mark you left in music

[@Tmidiman]

A great songwriter. We need a band and music like that again, but the industry prefers filth and victimhood.

[@Trollzarefunny]

Lol Try hardexx ex little princess

[@mrmiggedy123]

They are out there, you have to search on the webs for it.

[@timothyypearson]

Mint condition was the last one

[@henryhill1876]

Aluminaty

[@merchantsmithimages]

Maurice White and EWF are still household names. There is nothing underrated about then. They performed in sold out arenas across The World. Rest Easy Don Myrick, Louis Satterfield, Roland Bautista, Maurice White, Andrew Woolfolk, Fred White and Sheldon Reynolds.

[@earhustler2639]

This right here!

[@johndasilva2686]

Earth wind & fire music royalty. They sung , played their instruments and danced live magnificently. Their albums were superb. Fantastic artistic album covers. Lyrics included inside album. Personal info / who’s who included on album. You got the full nine yards .It was like reading and listening to a book. There have been many great funk bands, the Ohio players cameo slave and the Barkays etc but it was EWF that set the standard to follow.

[@michealwhite5415]

The original universal musical man of all times rest in heavenly paradise MW.

[@franknoble7863]

The Band Earth Wind & Fire is so powerful! Reese was like Bob Marley music for the world.

[@Mar.Escobar24]

I saw the Unsung episode of The Ohio Players and a man said he believes that EWF pretty much took the style of the Ohio Players. I think that might be a bit true when it comes to similarities in their work around the same time, but it definitely doesn’t mean that EWF TOOK anything. They put in the work and Maurice White has a very distinct voice just like Sugarfoot. RIP and thanks to both of them for helping create a distinct sound that will always be remembered and appreciated.

[@keiththomas111]

Great job grew up on this music timeless 😊

[@shawtfinga1078]

Earth wind & fire one of best band of the ages

[@darwinfussle5031]

Maurice Was ask one of the original Funk Brothers at Motown.....he even played drums on "My Guy" with Mary Wells

[@Akumaa2000]

My favorite songs of EWF……Reasons, Would You Mind, Can’t Hide Love, That’s The Way Of The World, After The Love Has Gone.

[@btinsley1]

i saw them countless times back in the 70s as a teen. I loved their that's the way of the world album. I think anyone with a problem that needs support should get it and hold it dear because it is about ALL things in life. All about love is another selection; see the light, my god that song steered me through stormy times many, many times over. Their earlier work such as head to the sky is a head-turner - the song evil showcased their musicianship, as did zanzibar. EW&F - Reece is the GOAT!

[@aaronsbrown6465]

Truly truly a great group of people

[@alvinbailey2830]

Brother Maurice was the founder architect and sheer genius pf perhaps the greatest musical ensemble to ever perform pn this planet

[@scarlettg6136]

Maurice White was a musical genius with great world view. Love me some Earth, Wind, and Fire.❤❤❤❤❤

[@patricecooper8419]

I really enjoyed Earth, Wind, & Fire-yet Maurice White had such a voice that really touched my heart, because that man can sing!! Our regrets that we lost him. He's peacefully resting out of the misery of this world...we all will always remember him. And to add to this comment, my 2 most favorite albums were 'Spirit' & 'All In All.' On the ''Spirit' album, the song that bears the group's name--'Earth, Wind, & Fire'-y'all need to listen to it-Maurice's voice is superb!! Yet the rest of the album is just wonderful! I was in the 9th grade when it came out!!!

[@MrGepma]

The best band EVER❤

[@lorrainejohnson5461]

I became an immediate fan when Where Have All The Flowers Gone came out. I was 15 yrs old and there was something about this man's voice spoke to my spirit. Whenever he would sing "Aw right" in his songs it would soothe my soul. My fav songs are That's the way of the world, Be ever wonderful, All about love, The world is a masquerade, On your face just to mention a few. ❤

[@Gl6619]

You got some rare photos I’ve never seen…and I’ve watched the documentary “Shinning Stars” they released some years back and have read Maurice’s autobiography…kudos, good work

[@pamelanixon5675]

Do you remember, all EWF, music, songs are literally "FIRE" 🖤🎼🖤 all time favorite group, their concerts live, microphones ON!!!

[@soniatorres5227]

I remember feeling so sad when Maurice died. A great band thanks to him

[@Deb.-on9ep]

My all time favorite group. None above them ❤

[@shekhemmaakherumenmetu9270]

Maurice White and Earth , Wind, and Fire is my favorite all times band. They musically introduce me to African Kamitic Spirituality. The literally save my life. I was about to seek revenge on one of my friends who double cross me. And the radio play 3 Earth, Wind and Fire songs, that took me out of a negative trance. The song was Evil, That's the way of the world and You need Devotion. They are still my favorite band of all times.

[@JayE..]

Maurice White has one of the greatest soul voices ever ❤

[@KuklaTamarka]

Моя любимая группа❤ их музыка исцеляет, наполняет добром и энергией.

[@michaellove624]

Pure magic when I first heard the sound it was like heaven had opened up the groups name was so appealing who ever heard of that for 40 years always inspirational

[@malirabbit6228]

Every time E,W and F came to town, I went to see them! Wow, what concerts!

[@sampowellmusic]

wow! those hidden elements you alluded to in the title of your video were incredible!!! i never knew any of those things!

[@nosbigem]

I remember Maurice from Booker T. Washington high school, he was always very quiet. He was a very nice guy. I remember Booker T. Jones also.