SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius)
SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius)
Documentary
Music

An examination of the life and legacy of Sly & The Family Stone – the groundbreaking band led by the charismatic Sly Stone – that captures the band's reign while shedding light on the burden that comes with success for Black artists in America.

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Sly StoneSly Stone
André 3000André 3000
George ClintonGeorge Clinton
D'AngeloD'Angelo
Vernon ReidVernon Reid
The American Flag
The Impact of 'Family Affair'
Sly's Drum Machine
Sundance Film Festival Moments
Official Trailer
Meet the Artist 2025: Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson on “SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius)”
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