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Unsung (2008) is a documentary web series in English. On MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch Unsung online in HD.

Unsung — Storyline

Unsung is an hour-long music documentary program that premiered on TV One on November 27, 2008. It celebrates the lives and careers of artists or groups sharing their triumphs, their tribulations, and their truth. It uncovers the stories behind well-known R&B, gospel, and hip-hop music artists, bands, or groups which were ranked on the Billboard music charts with a string of hits, only to have their career derailed by a major crisis.

After four seasons, Unsung won an NAACP Image Award in the "Outstanding Information Series or Special" category. Others nominated in this category for 2011 were Anderson Cooper 360° and Washington Watch with Roland Martin. And as of 2018, the series has garnered six NAACP Image Awards.

Cast & Crew

Unsung — Series Details

Unsung — Episode Guide

Season 1

• E1: Phyllis Hyman (2008-11-30) — 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
• E2: The Clark Sisters (2008-12-01) — This episode traces the extraordinary journey of The Clark Sisters, the pioneering gospel group whose unmatched harmonies reshaped contemporary sacred music. Through candid intervi
• E3: Donny Hathaway (2008-12-02) — 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
• E4: The Debarge Family (2008-12-03) — 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

Season 2

• E1: Minnie Riperton (2009-06-07) — Minnie Riperton’s Unsung episode offers a heartfelt look at her brief but brilliant career, highlighting her iconic vocal range and the emotional depth behind her music. It feature
• E2: Melba Moore (2009-06-14) — This episode explores the dynamic career of Melba Moore, the Tony Award–winning singer and actress whose powerful voice and resilience helped her navigate fame, heartbreak, and rei
• E3: Shalamar (2009-06-21) — This episode traces the rise of Shalamar, the influential R&B trio whose sharp choreography and smooth harmonies helped define the sound of the late ’70s and early ’80s. Through ca
• E4: Florence Ballard (2009-06-28) — This episode traces the powerful yet heartbreaking story of Florence Ballard, the founding voice of The Supremes whose talent helped launch Motown’s most iconic group. Through rare
• E5: Teena Marie (2009-11-01) — This episode chronicles the remarkable journey of Teena Marie, the soulful singer‑songwriter whose powerful voice and genre‑blending artistry made her a groundbreaking force in R&B
• E6: Bootsy Collins (2009-11-08) — This episode dives into the wild, visionary world of Bootsy Collins, the flamboyant bassist whose groundbreaking work with James Brown and Parliament‑Funkadelic helped redefine fun
• E7: Klymaxx (2009-11-15) — This episode explores the groundbreaking journey of Klymaxx, the all‑female band that fused funk, rock, and R&B into a bold new sound. Through candid interviews and archival footag
• E8: Zapp & Roger (2009-11-22) — This episode traces the electrifying rise of Zapp & Roger, the pioneering funk innovators whose talkbox sound reshaped R&B and hip‑hop. Through rare footage and emotional interview

Season 3

• E1: Rose Royce (2010-03-22) — Documenting the rise and career of the R&B group Rose Royce. Interviews with Kenny Copeland, Gwen Dickey, Lequeint "Duke" Jobe, and Joe Harris (of The Undisputed Truth)
• E2: Sylvester (2010-03-29) — Documenting the rise and short-lived career of Disco recording artist Sylvester. Interviews with Joshua Gamson, Anita Pointer (of The Pointer Sisters), Walter Hawkins, Martha Wash,
• E3: Unsung Uncut (2010-04-05) — Features full-length performances from the artists featured on the series. Performances of Teena Marie w/ Rick James ("Sucka For Your Love"), Bootsy Collins ("Ain't It Funky Now"),
• E4: Stacy Lattisaw (2010-04-12) — Documenting the rise and career of R&B vocalist Stacy Lattisaw. Interviews with Stacy Lattisaw, Johnny Gill (of New Edition), and Narada Michael Walden.
• E5: The Bar-Kays (2010-04-19) — Documenting the rise and tribulation of Funk band The Bar-Kays. Interviews with Ben Cauley, David Porter, James Alexander, Al Bell, Jazze Pha, and Steven Ivory. This episode shows
• E6: Teddy Pendergrass (2010-09-13) — Documenting the rise and turbulent career of R&B vocalist Teddy Pendergrass. Interviews with Tyrese Gibson, Dyana Williams, Kenny Gamble, and Leon Huff. Teddy Pendergrass was previ
• E7: Tammi Terrell (2010-09-20) — Documenting the rise and short-lived career of Motown vocalist Tammi Terrell. Interviews with Nick Ashford, Valerie Simpson, Otis Williams (of The Temptations), Mary Wilson, Gene C
• E8: Heatwave (2010-09-27) — Documenting the rise and turbulent careers of R&B group Heatwave. Interviews with Keith Wilder, Ernest "Bilbo" Berger, Mario Mantese, Billy Jones, Keith Harrison, Byron Byrd, Roy C
• E9: Musical Youth (2010-10-04) — Documenting the rise and turbulent careers of Reggae band Musical Youth. Interviews with Dennis Seaton, Michael Grant, Kelvin Grant (of Musical Youth), Dave Morgan, Pete Price, and
• E10: George Clinton (2010-10-11) — Documenting the rise and career of Funk superstar George Clinton. Interviews with George Clinton, Grady Thomas, Rickey Vincent, Bootsy Collins, Michael Hampton, Maceo Parker, Hank
• E11: The Fat Boys (2010-10-18) — Documenting the rise and careers of pioneering rap group The Fat Boys. Interviews with Prince Markie Dee, Damon Wimbley (of The Fat Boys), Papa Keith, Chuck Creekmur, Rayzor, Kurti
• E12: Angela Winbush (2010-10-25) — Documenting the rise and turbulent career of R&B vocalist Angela Winbush. Interviews with Angela Winbush, Lalah Hathaway, Avant, Tom Joyner, and A. Scott Galloway.
• E13: Miki Howard (2010-11-01) — Documenting the rise and turbulent career of R&B/ Jazz vocalist Miki Howard. Interviews with Miki Howard, Augie Johnson (of Side Effect), John Nettlesbey, LeMel Humes, Robi Reed, a
• E14: The O'Jays (2010-11-08) — Documenting the rise and turbulent careers of legendary R&B group The O'Jays. Interviews with Eddie Levert, Bobby Massey, Sammy Strain (also of Little Anthony and the Imperials) (o

Season 4

• E1: Deniece Williams (2011-06-06) — Documenting the rise and career of recording artist Deniece Williams. Interviews with Deniece Williams, Stevie Wonder, Johnny Mathis, George Duke, Verdine White & Philip Bailey (of
• E2: The Spinners (2011-06-13) — Documenting the rise and career of R&B group The Spinners. Interviews with Henry Fambrough, Bobby Smith, G. C. Cameron, John Edwards, Charlton Washington, and Jessie Peck (of The S
• E3: Alexander O'Neal and Cherrelle (2011-06-20) — Documenting the rise and careers of R&B vocalists Alexander O'Neal and Cherrelle. Interviews with Alexander O'Neal, Cherrelle, Miki Howard, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, and Pebbles.
• E4: Big Daddy Kane (2011-06-27) — Documenting the rise and career of rapper and actor Big Daddy Kane. Interviews with Big Daddy Kane, Nelson George, MC Lyte, Biz Markie, Scoob Lover, Tyrone "Fly Ty" Williams, Miste
• E5: The Ohio Players (2011-07-04) — Documenting the rise and career of R&B group The Ohio Players. Interviews with Leroy "Sugarfoot" Bonner, Marshall "Rock" Jones, Greg Webster, James "Diamond" Williams, and Walter M
• E6: Evelyn Champagne King (2011-07-11) — Documenting the rise and career of Disco and R&B vocalist Evelyn Champagne King. Interviews with Evelyn Champagne King, Leon Sylvers III (of The Sylvers), Kenny Copeland (of Rose R
• E7: Billy Preston (2011-07-25) — Documenting the rise and career of recording artist Billy Preston. Interviews with Merry Clayton, Bruce Fisher, and George Johnson (of The Brothers Johnson).
• E8: The Sylvers (2011-08-01) — Documenting the rise and turbulent careers of the family R&B group The Sylvers. Interviews with Nelson George, Leon Sylvers III, other members of the Sylvers family, and Dyana Will
• E9: Mary Wells (2011-08-15) — Documenting the rise and turbulent career of Motown R&B vocalist Mary Wells. Interviews with Brenda Holloway, Brian Holland and Eddie Holland, Mary Wilson (of The Supremes), Claude
• E10: Vesta Williams (2012-01-02) — Documenting the rise and turbulent career of R&B recording artist and actress Vesta Williams. Interviews with Vesta Williams, Howard Hewett (of Shalamar), "Bow-Legged Lou" (of Full
• E11: Bobby Womack (2012-01-09) — Documenting the rise and turbulent career of R&B, Soul singer & songwriter Bobby Womack. Interviews with Bobby Womack, Bill Withers, David T. Walker, Harold Payne, Steven Ivory, an
• E12: Atlantic Starr (2012-01-16) — Documenting the rise and careers of the R&B music group Atlantic Starr. Interviews with David Lewis, Sharon Bryant, Barbara Weathers, Steven Ivory, Cliff Winston, and Adrienne-Joi
• E13: Freddie Jackson (2012-01-23) — Documenting the rise and career of R&B vocalist Freddie Jackson. Interviews with Freddie Jackson, Melba Moore, Meli'sa Morgan, Howard Hewett (of Shalamar), Steven Ivory, and Chuck
• E14: Full Force (2012-01-30) — Documenting the rise and careers of R&B group Full Force. Interviews with Lisa Lisa (of Lisa Lisa and Cult Jam), Cheryl Pepsii Riley, Howie Dorough (of The Backstreet Boys), Christ
• E15: Millie Jackson (2012-02-06) — Documenting the rise and career of R&B vocalist and comedian Millie Jackson. Interviews with Millie Jackson, Keisha Jackson, Roxanne Shante, Da Brat, Latimore, A. Scott Galloway, a
• E16: Ray Parker Jr (2012-02-13) — Documenting the rise and career of R&B singer/ songwriter Ray Parker, Jr. Interviews with Ray Parker Jr., David Foster, Chaka Khan, Clive Davis, Arnell Carmichael (of Raydio), Vin

Season 5

• E1: Sheila E. (2012-02-27) — Documenting the rise and career of drummer and percussionist Sheila E. Interviews with Sheila E., Pete Escovedo, Juan Escovedo, Peter Michael Escovedo, Zina Escovedo, M.C. Hammer,
• E2: David Ruffin (2012-03-05) — Documenting the rise and turbulent career of R&B performer David Ruffin. Interviews with Otis Williams, Dennis Edwards (of The Temptations), Cornelius Grant, Clay McMurray, Robert
• E3: Whodini (2012-03-12) — Documenting the rise and career of pioneering rap group Whodini. Interviews with Hassan Pore, Jalil Hutchins, Ralph McDaniels, John Fletcher, Grandmaster Dee, Kangol Kid, Roy Comie
• E4: Sly and the Family Stone (2012-06-26) — Documenting the rise and turbulent careers of music group Sly and the Family Stone. Interviews with Sly Stone, Cynthia Robinson, Greg Errico, Jerry Martini (of Sly and the Family S
• E5: Angela Bofill (2012-07-02) — Documenting the career and troubles of Jazz/R&B singer-songwriter Angela Bofill. Interviews with Angela Bofill, Buddy Williams, Dave Valentin, Frank Martin, Narada Michael Walden,
• E6: Con Funk Shun (2012-07-09) — Documenting the rise and careers of the R&B/funk music group Con Funk Shun. Interviews with Dennis Johnson, Danny "Sweetman" Thomas, Felton Pilate, Larry Dodson (of The Bar Kays),
• E7: Kool Moe Dee (2012-07-16) — Documenting the rise and career of pioneer rap vocalist Kool Moe Dee. Interviews with Kool Moe Dee, LA Sunshine, Special K (of the Treacherous Three), Busy Bee Starski, Melle Mel,
• E8: Marvelettes (2012-07-23) — Documenting the rise and turbulent decline of Motown group the Marvelettes. Interviews with Katherine Anderson Shaffner, Wanda Young Rogers, Ann Bogan, Wyanetta "Juanita" Cowart (o
• E9: Arrested Development (2012-08-13) — Documenting the careers of alternative hip hop group Arrested Development. Interviews with Speech, Rasa Don, Aerle Taree, One Love, Eshe Mothsho, Dionne Farris, JJ Boogie, Tasha La
• E10: Gerald Levert (2012-08-20)
• E11: Isaac Hayes (2013-01-23)
• E12: Midnight Star (2013-01-30)
• E13: EPMD (2013-02-06)
• E14: Lou Rawls (2013-02-13)
• E15: Disco Parts 1 and 2 (2013-02-20)
• E16: Eddie Kendricks (2013-02-27)
• E17: The Whispers (2013-03-06)
• E18: Mint Condition (2013-03-13)
• E19: Johnny Gill (2013-03-20)

Season 6

• E1: Heavy D & The Boyz (2013-10-30)
• E2: Lisa Lisa & Cult Jam (2013-11-06)
• E3: Geto Boys (2013-11-13)
• E4: The Delfonics (2013-11-20)
• E5: CeCe Peniston (2013-11-27)
• E6: Too $hort (2014-01-29)
• E7: The Manhattans (2014-02-05)
• E8: Gil Scott-Heron (2014-02-12) — Poet Gil Scott-Heron is profiled.
• E9: Nile Rodgers & Chic (2014-02-19)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many seasons does Unsung have? 17 season(s) with 197 episodes.

Where can I watch Unsung? See the Where to Watch section above for current streaming options.