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Rotary Connection 222

Out of the Shadows, Episode 4

International Anthem presents the Charles Stepney documentary

published online
By Label Partnership

Out of the Shadows: Episode 4 beautifully documents the musical journey of Rotary Connection 222 throughout the Summer of Stepney.

It is truly an honor to lead the amazing collective that is Rotary Connection, and we will unceasingly continue to uplift the legacy of the great Charles Stepney. –Junius Paul

EPISODE 4 CREDITS:

Directed/photographed/edited by
Brian Ashby

2001 interviews
A Stepney Sisters Production
Director: Darryl Manuel

In memoriam
Charles "Chuck" Barksdale — 1935-2019
Terry Callier — 1945-2012
Ramsey Lewis — 1935-2022
Rubie Stepney — 1938-2008

Additional footage
"Earth, Wind, Fire & Heir"
Director: Elliott Hitchcock
Producers: Elliott Hitchcock & Chanté Stepney

Archival photos
Koh Hasebo / Shinko Music
Getty Images

Sound
Brian Ashby
Michael Hilger
Dave Vettraino

Titles
Craig Hansen

Executive Producers
Scott McNiece
Eibur, Charlene & Chanté Stepney

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