Storyline
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.
Key Information
Cast & Crew
Sly Stone
Self
André 3000
Self
George Clinton
Self
D'Angelo
Self
Vernon Reid
Self
Chaka Khan
Self
Nile Rodgers
Self
Rose Stone
Self
Jerry Martini
Self
Freddie Stone
Self
Greg Errico
Self
Cynthia Robinson
Self (archive footage)
Frequently Asked Questions
SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) was released on January 23, 2025.
The runtime of SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) is 1h 52m.
SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) is a Documentary, Music movie.
SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) has a rating of 6.9 out of 10 on TMDB.
SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) was directed by Questlove.
The main cast of SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) includes Sly Stone, André 3000, George Clinton.
SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) is originally in English.