Questlove’s documentary on the legendary funk musician will premiere at Sundance and hit Hulu in February
A new teaser trailer for Questlove’s highly anticipated documentary, SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius), features some of hip-hop’s finest artists, including André 3000 and Q-Tip, reflecting on the incredible influence of funk icon Sly Stone.
Set to premiere at the Sundance Film Festival in January, the film will then be available to the public on Hulu starting February 13. The brief but powerful teaser shows Q-Tip calling Sly Stone an “innovator,” while André 3000 adds, “He opened the door to come this way. When it came together, his sound – it was so future.” The trailer serves as a testament to the far-reaching impact Stone’s music has had on countless artists across genres, including hip-hop, rock, and funk.
Questlove, who has long admired Sly Stone’s legacy, previously expressed his deep admiration for the funk legend. In 2022, he shared, “It goes beyond saying that Sly’s creative legacy is in my DNA… it’s a black musician’s blueprint. To be given the honor to explore his history and legacy is beyond a dream for me.” The documentary promises to be an in-depth exploration of Sly Stone’s career and the timeless, genre-defying music he created.
SLY LIVES! will take a close look at Sly Stone’s groundbreaking contributions to music and culture, offering viewers a fresh perspective on his impact and the challenges he faced throughout his life.