“Shining Star” is a well-known single by the band Earth, Wind & Fire, released in 1975 on their album “That’s the Way of the World.” This song became one of their most popular and recognizable tracks, reaching the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
The song carries a powerful message of self-empowerment and positivity, celebrating the inner light and potential within every individual. Complemented by vibrant instrumentation and captivating vocal performances, “Shining Star” has cemented its place as a timeless anthem.
The track won a Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals and continues to be a beloved classic in the realms of funk, R&B, and soul music.
Recorded live at Wright Station – Springboro, Ohio
Reel2Real are grateful to be able to share the stage with the very best musicians around!
This recording includes:
Rachel Brown – Lead Vocal, Vocal Arrangement
Abby Carr – BGVs
Stephen Hastings – Guitar, Horn Arrangement and BGVs
Antonio Ortiz – BGVs
Dan Hyland – Guitar, BGVs
JD Brown – Piano
Frank Meade- Bass
Josh Riedy- Drums
Mike Pilkenton – Alto/Bari Sax
Joe Ulmer – Tenor Sax
Tim Dailey – Trumpet
Kyle Malesevich – Trombone
Photo Cred. Lonnie Henderson
Recording © 2023 Reel2Real
Directed by Rachel Brown
Recorded, mixed, and mastered by Stephen Hastings