Sly Lives! Aka Burden Of Black Genius

'Sly Lives! (aka The Burden of Black Genius' review: Questlove's affectionate tribute to groundbreaking star
What is Black genius?” It’s a slightly sideways question that results in some blank looks, but the filmmaker’s point is this: The bar for Black artists is so high that only a genius can clear it. What’s more,
Questlove’s ‘Sly Lives!’ Shows How Black Artists Are Both Geniuses and Everyday People
But Questlove unexpectedly leans heavier on his title’s parenthetical addendum in order to illuminate some deeper truths about the challenges of stardom (especially for Black artists) that may have started with Stone,
‘SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius)’ Review: Questlove Explores Sly and the Family Stone in Brilliant, Straightforward Fashion | Sundance 2025
Questlove's second documentary, SLY LIVES!, is a bit formulaic, but the love for Sly and the Family Stone's music elevates this story.
Questlove confronts the ‘burden of Black genius’ in a new Sly Stone documentary
The Grammy Award–winning bandleader for The Roots spoke with Fresh Air's Terry Gross about his film on the funk musician who led Sly & the Family Stone in the 1960s and '70s.
Sly Lives! Aka The Burden Of Black Genius: The Impact Of 'Family Affair'
An examination of the life and legacy of Sly & The Family Stone — the groundbreaking band led by the charismatic and enigmatic Sly Stone — captures the band’s rise, reign, and subsequent fadeout while shedding light on the unseen burden that comes with success for Black artists in America.
Movie Review: Sly Lives! (aka The Burden of Black Genius).
A fascinating, pulsating documentary that captures a spirit worth following. Ten minutes too long but never misses a beat. Best when it showcases the man and his music and not “other things.” But even Sly would forgive that imperfection.
Questlove Regrets Not Having an 'Intervention Talk' with Black Artists Who Suffered a 'Career-Ruining Moment'
Questlove wishes he'd had an "intervention talk' with some of the Black artists he's worked with who succumbed to the pressures of fame. His Sly Stone documentary, 'SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black ...
Questlove Relates His Own Experience With Fame to the Making of 'Sly Lives!': 'Everything You Do Is Under a Microscope' | Video
Questlove said his upcoming documentary "Sly Lives! (aka The Burden of Black Genius)" serves as an "intervention cry" to the music community and a "letter to all" who are watching, as the documentary ...
‘Sly Lives!’ Director Questlove On The Genius Of Sly Stone And How He Influenced Generations Of Artists — Sundance Studio
Sly Lives!' director 'Questlove' shines a spotlight on the genius of Sly Stone and how he influenced a generation of artists ...
Questlove Tells Sly Stone’s Human Story In ‘SLY LIVES!’ Documentary: Watch Trailer
The trailer showcases iconic clips of Sly performing and doing what he loves, while simultaneously showing the side of his career that ultimately landed him on the opposite side of the spectrum.
A Sly Stone Primer: 15 Songs (and More) From a Musical Visionary
The Sly & the Family Stone leader is the subject of a new documentary directed by Questlove. Here’s what to know about his ...
Deadline.com19d
Sundance: Questlove On ‘Sly Lives!’ Secret Heart, His Park City Return, ‘SNL’ Music Film, New Roots Album & Self-Sabotage
Between Sly Lives! promotion here in Park City, being bandleader on The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon, running a book imprint, tours and more, Questlove career as a filmmaker is growing in ...
The Truth About Black Responsibility In Hollywood
Sly Lives! (aka The Burden of Black Genius)” examines the influential Sly and the Family Stone front man. It also probes a ...
Questlove Says Taylor Swift Takes Uno to a Whole New ‘Level of Excitement’ at His Star-Studded Game Nights
Feb. 6 episode of Hot Ones, Questlove dished about his celebrity game nights — and how competitive it can get.
phillyvoice.com5d
Questlove wails and sweats through his 'Hot Ones' interview
The musician and filmmaker discussed The Roots and his new documentaries 'Sly Lives' and 'Ladies & Gentlemen... 50 Years of ...