It’s official! SLY LIVES! (AKA The Burden of Black Genius) will premiere at the 2025 @sundancefest. Directed by Oscar-Winner Ahmir “@Questlove” Thompson, the film explores the life, music, and cultural impact of Sly Stone, shedding light on the challenges faced by Black artists.
Please support The Family Stone Band
🎶 The Family Stone live at Cannery! 🎶
📅 Saturday, Oct 25, 2025 • 8PM
📍 The Club at Cannery Casino & Hotel
Celebrate the legacy of Sly & the Family Stone with Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Jerry Martini and powerhouse vocalist Phunne Stone.
In case you missed it - SLY LIVES: The Burden of Black Genius has been nominated for an Emmy® in the category of 'Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Special'! 🥳
Tune in to the 77th @televisionacad Emmy Awards live on September 14th at 8ET/5PT on @CBS and @Paramountplus 📺
A Statement From The Family of Sly Stone:
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved dad, Sly Stone of Sly and the Family Stone.
memoir published in 2024.
We extend our deepest gratitude for the outpouring of love and prayers during this difficult time. We wish peace and harmony to all who were touched by Sly's life and his iconic music.
The Sly Lives Soundtrack is here! 🎶
Now streaming and available for pre-order, this must-have collection features seven rare and and alternate versions, plus three brand-new edits by the legendary Questlove and Brooklyn’s own DJ, remixer, and hip-hop producer J.Period.
"This week, Sly and the Family Stone scores a new hit on one Billboard chart. The track isn’t actually new, but its placement on the tally is, and it's an exciting new arrival for the group." - @Forbes
Read the full article: https://t.co/JX6wr18xP7
For Your GRAMMY® Consideration in the Best Audio Book, Narration, and Storytelling Recording category:
THANK YOU (FALETTINME BE MICE ELF AGIN) by Sly Stone, read by Dion Graham.