Unsung 2008
What is Unsung?
The television series "Unsung" is a music documentary program that premiered on TV One. It is an hour-long program that celebrates the lives and careers of artists or groups, uncovering the stories behind well-known R&B, gospel, and hip-hop music artists, bands, or groups.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2008
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 189
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- First aired
- Nov 30, 2008
- Last aired
- Nov 6, 2022
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- TV One
- Genres
- Documentary
- Updated
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The television series "Unsung" is a music documentary program that premiered on TV One. It is an hour-long program that celebrates the lives and careers of artists or groups, uncovering the stories behind well-known R&B, gospel, and hip-hop music artists, bands, or groups. The series profiles artists who experienced a major crisis that derailed their career, causing them to be unappreciated by later generations of music listeners. The show features behind-the-scenes looks into the lives and careers of some of the most talented yet forgotten R&B and soul music artists. "Unsung" has been available for streaming on various platforms, including Peacock, which currently has multiple seasons of the series available.
Should you watch it?
“This documentary series highlights the careers and personal challenges of influential R&B, gospel, and hip-hop artists.”
- features interviews with legendary musicians
- explores the stories behind popular hit songs
- focuses on artists who faced significant career setbacks
Watch it if you enjoy learning the untold stories behind iconic music acts and their chart-topping hits.
The series explores the personal and professional struggles of artists, including crises that impacted their careers.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 4 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Phyllis Hyman Nov 30, 2008
- E2 The Clark Sisters Dec 1, 2008
- E3 Donny Hathaway Dec 2, 2008
- E4 The Debarge Family Dec 3, 2008
Season 2 · 8 episodes
- E1 Minnie Riperton Jun 7, 2009
- E2 Melba Moore Jun 14, 2009
- E3 Shalamar Jun 21, 2009
- E4 Florence Ballard Jun 28, 2009
- E5 Teena Marie Nov 1, 2009
- E6 Bootsy Collins Nov 8, 2009
- E7 Klymaxx Nov 15, 2009
- E8 Zapp & Roger Nov 22, 2009
Season 3 · 14 episodes
- E1 Rose Royce Mar 22, 2010
- E2 Sylvester Mar 29, 2010
- E3 Unsung Uncut Apr 5, 2010
- E4 Stacy Lattisaw Apr 12, 2010
- E5 The Bar-Kays Apr 19, 2010
- E6 Teddy Pendergrass Sep 13, 2010
- E7 Tammi Terrell Sep 20, 2010
- E8 Heatwave Sep 27, 2010
- E9 Musical Youth Oct 4, 2010
- E10 George Clinton Oct 11, 2010
- E11 The Fat Boys Oct 18, 2010
- E12 Angela Winbush Oct 25, 2010
- E13 Miki Howard Nov 1, 2010
- E14 The O'Jays Nov 8, 2010
Season 4 · 16 episodes
- E1 Deniece Williams Jun 6, 2011
- E2 The Spinners Jun 13, 2011
- E3 Alexander O'Neal and Cherrelle Jun 20, 2011
- E4 Big Daddy Kane Jun 27, 2011
- E5 The Ohio Players Jul 4, 2011
- E6 Evelyn Champagne King Jul 11, 2011
- E7 Billy Preston Jul 25, 2011
- E8 The Sylvers Aug 1, 2011
- E9 Mary Wells Aug 15, 2011
- E10 Vesta Williams Jan 2, 2012
- E11 Bobby Womack Jan 9, 2012
- E12 Atlantic Starr Jan 16, 2012
- E13 Freddie Jackson Jan 23, 2012
- E14 Full Force Jan 30, 2012
- E15 Millie Jackson Feb 6, 2012
- E16 Ray Parker Jr Feb 13, 2012
Season 5 · 19 episodes
- E1 Sheila E. Feb 27, 2012
- E2 David Ruffin Mar 5, 2012
- E3 Whodini Mar 12, 2012
- E4 Sly and the Family Stone Jun 26, 2012
- E5 Angela Bofill Jul 2, 2012
- E6 Con Funk Shun Jul 9, 2012
- E7 Kool Moe Dee Jul 16, 2012
- E8 Marvelettes Jul 23, 2012
- E9 Arrested Development Aug 13, 2012
- E10 Gerald Levert Aug 20, 2012
- E11 Isaac Hayes Jan 23, 2013
- E12 Midnight Star Jan 30, 2013
- E13 EPMD Feb 6, 2013
- E14 Lou Rawls Feb 13, 2013
- E15 Disco Parts 1 and 2 Feb 20, 2013
- E16 Eddie Kendricks Feb 27, 2013
- E17 The Whispers Mar 6, 2013
- E18 Mint Condition Mar 13, 2013
- E19 Johnny Gill Mar 20, 2013
Frequently asked questions
What is Unsung about?
It is a music documentary series that profiles R&B, gospel, and hip-hop artists who experienced both success and career-altering crises.
When did the show premiere?
The series premiered on TV One on November 27, 2008.
What kind of music does the show cover?
The program focuses on artists and groups within the R&B, gospel, and hip-hop genres.
Has the show won any awards?
Yes, the series won an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Information Series or Special after its fourth season.
How long is each episode?
Each episode of the program is one hour long.