Ahmir ‘Questlove’ Thompson (center) joined (front left to right) Derik Murray, Tara Duncan, Joseph Patel, Jihan Robinson and Samantha Mathis for the premiere of Sly Lives at Sundance 2025 in Park City, Utah. The multi-hyphenate and Oscar-winning director was alongside Sly’s family, including Novena Carmel, Phunne and Sylvester Stewart Jr, for the standing ovation screening. He and producer Joseph Patel then participated in a Q&A about the film, which examines the life of musical artist Sly and the Family Sloane.
The 11th Annual Allstate Party at the Playoff lit up Atlanta’s Pullman Yards with an unforgettable celebration of the College Football Playoff National Championship, hosted by ESPN & College Football Playoff. A highlight of the evening was a thrilling performance by Atlanta’s own hip-hop pioneer, T.I., who paid tribute to Atlanta’s iconic music scene.
It was an all-out party for Bronx-raised rapper and producer Slick Rick, who recently celebrated his 60th birthday at Brooklyn Bowl, marking the 14th annual Birthday Bash he’s held at the iconic Williamsburg venue. Busta Rhymes, DJ Premier, Erick Sermon, Ralph McDaniels, Dana Dane, DJ Kaos and more joined him for the momentous occasion.
