SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) (2025)

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Overview

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.

SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) (2025)

Overview

Cast

Sly Stone

André 3000

George Clinton

D'Angelo

Vernon Reid

Chaka Khan

Nile Rodgers

Greg Errico

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Official Trailer (Trailer)

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Teaser (Teaser)