MTV Unplugged 1989
What is MTV Unplugged?
MTV Unplugged is a music series that features performances by artists in the music industry. The show is known for its acoustic versions of songs, which showcase the talents of both established and up-and-coming musicians.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1989
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 172
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- First aired
- Nov 26, 1989
- Last aired
- Dec 15, 2023
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- MTV, YouTube, Palladia, MTV Live
- Genres
- Documentary
- Updated
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MTV Unplugged is a music series that features performances by artists in the music industry. The show is known for its acoustic versions of songs, which showcase the talents of both established and up-and-coming musicians. The series provides a unique platform for artists to perform in a stripped-down setting, highlighting their musical abilities.
Should you watch it?
“Top artists and rising stars perform acoustic versions of their songs in this acclaimed music series.”
- features popular artists
- showcases raw talent
- lack of full production
- limited to acoustic arrangements
Watch it if you enjoy hearing your favorite songs reimagined in a stripped-back setting.
The series is generally suitable for a wide audience interested in live music performances.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 19 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Squeeze with Syd Straw and Elliot Easton Nov 26, 1989
- E2 The Smithereens and Graham Parker Jan 28, 1990
- E3 10,000 Maniacs with Michael Penn Feb 4, 1990
- E4 The Alarm with Nuclear Valdez Feb 11, 1990
- E5 Joe Walsh and Dr. John Feb 18, 1990
- E6 Stevie Ray Vaughan with Joe Satriani Mar 4, 1990
- E7 Michelle Shocked with Indigo Girls Mar 11, 1990
- E8 Sinead O'Connor with The Church Mar 18, 1990
- E9 Don Henley Apr 22, 1990
- E10 Great White with Damn Yankees May 6, 1990
- E11 Crowded House with Tim Finn May 13, 1990
- E12 Hall and Oates Jun 5, 1990
- E13 Elton John Aug 5, 1990
- E14 Aerosmith Sep 20, 1990
- E15 Crosby, Stills & Nash Sep 30, 1990
- E16 Ratt with Vixen Oct 7, 1990
- E17 The Black Crowes with Tesla Dec 2, 1990
- E18 The Allman Brothers Band Dec 9, 1990
- E19 Poison Dec 13, 1990
Season 2 · 7 episodes
- E1 The Cure Mar 3, 1991
- E2 Winger with Slaughter Mar 24, 1991
- E3 Paul McCartney Apr 3, 1991
- E4 Sting Apr 10, 1991
- E5 R.E.M. (1) Apr 24, 1991
- E6 Yo! Unplugged Rap May 1, 1991
- E7 Elvis Costello Jul 3, 1991
Season 3 · 10 episodes
- E1 Eric Clapton Mar 11, 1992
- E2 R&B Unplugged: Boyz II Men/Shanice/Joe Public Apr 29, 1992
- E3 Pearl Jam May 13, 1992
- E4 Mariah Carey May 20, 1992
- E5 Paul Simon Jun 3, 1992
- E6 Queensrￃﾃￂche Jul 22, 1992
- E7 John Mellencamp Aug 12, 1992
- E8 Annie Lennox Sep 21, 1992
- E9 Eurythmics Sep 10, 1992
- E10 Bruce Springsteen Nov 11, 1992
Season 4 · 13 episodes
- E1 Roxette Feb 13, 1993
- E2 Arrested Development Mar 31, 1993
- E3 Neil Young Mar 3, 1993
- E4 Denis Leary Mar 13, 1993
- E5 k.d. lang Mar 28, 1993
- E6 Rod Stewart May 5, 1993
- E7 Uptown Unplugged May 31, 1993
- E8 10,000 Maniacs Jun 1, 1993
- E9 Soul Asylum Jun 2, 1993
- E10 Midnight Oil Jun 3, 1993
- E11 Spoken Word I Jul 28, 1993
- E12 Duran Duran Dec 13, 1993
- E13 Nirvana Dec 14, 1993
Season 5 · 10 episodes
- E1 Stone Temple Pilots Feb 2, 1994
- E2 Tony Bennett Jun 1, 1994
- E3 Spoken Word II Jun 21, 1994
- E5 Spoken Word III Jun 21, 1994
- E6 Lenny Kravitz Jul 12, 1994
- E7 Los Fabulosos Cadillacs Sep 29, 1994
- E8 Jimmy Page & Robert Plant Unledded Oct 12, 1994
- E9 Phil Collins Oct 21, 1994
- E10 Björk Nov 7, 1994
- E11 Bob Dylan Dec 14, 1994
Frequently asked questions
What is the format of the show?
Artists perform acoustic versions of their songs.
Who appears on the show?
The series features both top artists and rising stars in the music industry.
Is the music live?
The series showcases live acoustic performances.
What kind of music is featured?
The show features a variety of artists performing their own songs.
Is this an ongoing series?
The series was established in 1989 to feature acoustic performances.