Questlove, The Genius

Questlove's 'Sly Lives!' is incomplete but mesmerizing look at a musical genius
His extraordinary musical gifts were apparent early on. After a teaser opening that poses one of the film’s central questions – “What is Black genius?” – Questlove runs through those early years in which Sly’s interest in all types of music becomes clear.
Questlove’s ‘Sly Lives!’ Illuminates The Genius And Struggles Of A Revolutionary Artist
Special to The OBSERVER - Questlove’s new documentary “Sly Lives!” explores the life and music of Sly Stone, the groundbreaking, wildly enigmatic artist who shaped the sound of funk and soul.
Questlove talks Sly Stone and Black genius
Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson Elvis at last month’s Sundance Film Festival to share what Black genius means to him… and to tease his next project(!).
Movie review: Questlove's "Sly Lives! (aka The Burden of Black Genius)" tells the story of Sly Stone
In the beginning it was all about the music. Then it became all about other things,” says a former band member.
Questloves Sly Stone doc explores the burden of Black Genius in America
Questlove's 'Sly Stone' doc explores the burden of 'Black Genius' in America
Questlove on the 'Burden of Black Genius' in his sophomore Onyx Collective film, 'Sly Lives!'
In his sophomore documentary with Onyx Collective, "Sly Lives! The Burden of Black Genius," Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson unpacks the weights of success, artistry, and legacy for Black entertainers.
Questlove survived the spicy wings on ‘Hot Ones’
I will not be a meme!,” Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson tells host Sean Evans, attempting to remain stoic and stone faced while eating chicken wings doused with increasingly intense levels of hot sauce on ...
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Why Have The Roots Left Jimmy Fallon's 'Tonight Show' This Month?
Despite concerns, the absence is only temporary. The Roots, led by drummer Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson and rapper Tariq "Black Thought" Trotter, have been a central part of Fallon's late-night ...
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D’Angelo Returning To Live Action At Roots Picnic
Saadiq told Rolling Stone last September that D’Angelo was actively working on new music, but nothing has come to light ...
Questlove & Black Thought’s Two One Five Entertainment Brings AGBO Vet Josh Williams On Board As Scripted Development Director
Formed in 2019, and having inked a first look deal with Universal Television, Two One Five Entertainment sold a stake in the ...
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How to watch highly anticipated new Sly & The Family Stone documentary Sly Lives!
Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson’s film charting the creative legacy of Sly Stone starring Andre 3000, Chaka Khan, Q-Tip and Nile ...
Bridget Jones returns in new movie, ‘Yellowjackets’ season 3 makes its premiere: Week’s best streaming
Renée Zellweger returns to one of her most indelible roles this week in "Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy," a new movie on ...