SLY, Questlove and the burden

‘Sly Lives’: Questlove and Producer Joseph Patel Unpack the Documentary, Sly Stone’s History and the ‘Burden of Black Genius’
The new documentary “Sly Lives, aka the Burden of Black Genius,” which focuses on the life and career of the brilliant but troubled musician Sly Stone and his group Sly and the Family Stone, is both a conventional documentary and an extremely unconventional one.
‘SLY LIVES!’ asks: What is the burden of Black genius?
Questlove’s follow-up to "Summer of Soul" is a darker film that explores the question through the famous frontman of Sly & the Family Stone.
'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,
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.
Questlove confronts the 'burden of Black genius' in a new Sly Stone documentary
In SLY LIVES!, Questlove documents the genius of a funk trailblazer — and the pressure Sly felt as a Black artist. "Sly will be ... the first domino in a long list of people that will self-sabotage."
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.
Andre 3000 Talks Sly Stone’s ‘Stankonia’ Influence in ‘Sly Lives!’ Doc Clip
Andre 3000 discussed Sly Stone’s influence on OutKast’s 'Stankonia' in a clip from the 'Sly Lives! (aka The Burden of Black ...
André 3000 Reflects on Sly and the Family Stone's Influence on Outkast in ‘Sly Lives!': Watch
But one performance in the documentary about 1969's Harlem Cultural Festival was singularly captivating: that of multiracial ...
The impact of ‘Everyday People': Exclusive clip from Questlove's ‘Sly Lives!' documentary examines cultural influence of Sly & the Family Stone hit song
The highly anticipated follow-up to Summer of Soul, Questlove‘s Oscar-winning documentary, is coming to Hulu. Sly Lives! (aka ...
Bay Area music legend Sly Stone vanished for decades. A new film explains why.
"Sly Lives! (aka the Burden of Black Genius)" unpacks the complicated legacy of Sly Stone. It premiered at Sundance, and hits ...
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 ...
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 ...
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.