Unsung: Season 1

4 episodes Premiered Nov 30, 2008 Updated Jul 21, 2026

Season 1 Episodes

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S1·E1 Mytharc

Phyllis Hyman

Nov 30, 2008 · 60 min

Phyllis Hyman’s episode traces the rise of one of soul music’s most captivating and misunderstood voices. The documentary explores her early promise, her struggles within an unforg

S1·E2 Mytharc

The Clark Sisters

Dec 1, 2008 · 60 min

This episode traces the extraordinary journey of The Clark Sisters, the pioneering gospel group whose unmatched harmonies reshaped contemporary sacred music. Through candid intervi

S1·E3 Core

Donny Hathaway

Dec 2, 2008 · 60 min

This episode explores the life and legacy of Donny Hathaway, the brilliant yet troubled soul singer whose voice defined a generation. Through rare performance footage, intimate int

S1·E4 Mytharc

The Debarge Family

Dec 3, 2008 · 60 min

This episode examines the meteoric rise and painful struggles of the DeBarge family, the gifted musical dynasty behind some of the most beloved R&B hits of the 1980s. Through candi