Neo-Soul Pioneer Angie Stone Dies at 63 in Car Accident

The Grammy-nominated artist and former member of The Sequence was the only victim in the tragic crash following a concert in Montgomery, Alabama.

Angie Stone, a celebrated neo-soul singer and R&B artist, passed away on March 1, 2025, at the age of 63 in a car accident.
The accident occurred as Stone was traveling to Atlanta after performing in Montgomery, Alabama; she was the only fatality among those in the vehicle.
Stone began her career in the late 1970s with the all-female hip-hop group The Sequence, known for their hit 'Funk You Up,' a rap classic.
Her solo career took off with the release of her debut album 'Black Diamond' in 1999, featuring the hit single 'No More Rain (In This Cloud).'
Stone's contributions to music spanned decades, including acting roles in television and film, and collaborations with notable artists such as Lenny Kravitz and Alicia Keys.