Formed in the late 1960s at Kashmere High School in Houston, Texas, the Kashmere Stage Band became a powerhouse of funk and soul under the direction of music teacher Conrad O. Johnson. Known for their electrifying energy, tight arrangements, and unstoppable grooves, the student ensemble rivaled professional acts of their era. Their recordings, rediscovered decades later, have been celebrated for their raw talent, innovation, and influence on modern funk and hip-hop, cementing their legacy as one of the greatest high school bands in history.