List of Unsung episodes
The following is an episode list for Unsung, an American biography and documentary television series about R&B, Soul, Jazz, Gospel, Rap and Reggae recording artists from the 1960s through the 1990s. The series is currently airing on TV One (US TV network).
List of episodes
| Title | Original Airdate | Short Summary | Notable Guest Appearances | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Episode 1- "The Story of Phyllis Hyman" | November 30, 2008 | Documenting the rise and tribulation of R&B/jazz recording artist Phyllis Hyman. | Interviews with Onaje Allan Gumbs, Hiram Bullock, The Whispers, Regina Belle, Dyana Williams, Clifford Carter (as Cliff Carter), Richard Clay, Norman Connors, David Nathan, Patty Jackson, Mercedes Ellington, Kenny Gamble, Cassandra McShepard, Glenda Gracia, and Cynthia Biggs. | NOTE: Episode neglects to mention Hyman's appearance in the films Lenny (1974) and School Daze (1988).
NOTE: One of 4 episodes narrated by recording artist Al B. Sure!.[1] | |
| Episode 2- "The Gospel Truth with The Clark Sisters" | December 1, 2008 | Documenting the trials and careers of the Gospel group The Clark Sisters. | Interviews with Karen Clark Sheard, Twinkie Clark, Jacky Clark Chisholm, Dorinda Clark-Cole, Regina Belle, Marvin Winans, Andrae Russell, and Charles Blake. | NOTE: One of 4 episodes narrated by recording artist Al B. Sure!. | |
| Episode 3- "The Story of Donny Hathaway" | December 2, 2008 | Documenting the rise and tribulation of influential soul songwriter, composer, and recording artist Donny Hathaway. | Interviews with Eric Mercury, Barabara Harris, The Whispers, Quincy Jones, Lalah Hathaway, Musiq, Harold Wheeler (musician), Ric Powell, Glenn Watts, Mario Medious, Dyana Williams, David Nathan, Nadine McKinnor, and Jesse Jackson. | NOTE: Episode neglects to mention Hathaway performed the theme song "And Then There's Maude (Maude's Theme)" for the television series Maude.
NOTE: One of 4 episodes narrated by recording artist Al B. Sure!. | |
| Episode 4- "The DeBarge Family" | December 3, 2008 | Documenting the careers tribulations of the family R&B group The DeBarge Family. | Interviews with Bunny DeBarge, Randy DeBarge, James DeBarge, Kristinia DeBarge (of DeBarge), Etterlene DeBarge, Iris Gordy, Jermaine Jackson, Babyface (musician), Greg Williams (of Switch (band)), Steve Barri, Eddie Lambert, David Nathan, and Dyana Williams. | NOTE: One of 4 episodes narrated by recording artist Al B. Sure!. | |
Season 2
| Title | Original Airdate | Short Summary | Notable Guest Appearances | NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Episode 5- "The Story of Minnie Riperton" | June 7, 2009 | Documenting the rise and finite career of R&B recording artist Minnie Riperton. | Interviews with Dick Rudolph, Sidney Barnes (of Rotary Connection), Joe Sample, Maya Rudolph, Ramsey Lewis, Q-Tip (of A Tribe Called Quest), and Dyana Williams. | NOTE: The first episode of series regular narrator Gary Anthony Williams. |
| Episode 6- "The Story of Melba Moore" | June 14, 2009 | Documenting the rise and career of recording artist and actress Melba Moore. | Interviews with Melba Moore, Nick Ashford, Valerie Simpson, Clifton Davis, and Dyana Williams. | |
| Episode 7- "The Story of Shalamar" | June 21, 2009 | Documenting the rise and turbulent career of R&B group Shalamar. | Interviews with Micki Free, Jody Watley, Howard Hewett, Jeffrey Daniel, D'lisa Davis, Sydney Justin, (of Shalamar), Dick Griffey, Karolyn Ali, and Leon Sylvers III. | NOTE: Group member Jody Watley has been negatively critical of the portrayal of the group's tensions in this episode.[2] |
| Episode 8- "The Story of Florence Ballard" | June 28, 2009 | Documenting the rise and tribulation of R&B recording artist Florence Ballard. | Interviews with Nelson George, Otis Williams (of The Temptations), Mary Wilson (singer) (of The Supremes), Dyana Williams, Peter Benjaminson, and Janie Bradford. | NOTE: Florence Ballard was an original member of the Motown group The Supremes.
NOTE: The character Effie White from the musical Dreamgirls is loosely based on Ballard.[3] |
| Episode 9- "The Story of Teena Marie" | November 1, 2009 | Documenting the rise and career of recording artist Teena Marie. | Interviews with Teena Marie, Smokey Robinson, Nelson George, Berry Gordy, George Duke, Faith Evans, Yvette Barlowe (of The Mary Jane Girls), Iris Gordy, Benny Medina and Kerry Gordy (of Apollo (quintet)), Dick Rudolph, Allen McGrier, Daniel Lemelle, Larkin Arnold, Dyana Williams, and Maxine Waters. | NOTE: One of the last interviews Teena Marie made. She died December 26, 2010. |
| Episode 10- "The Story of Bootsy Collins" | November 8, 2009 | Documenting the rise and career of funk superstar Bootsy Collins. | Interviews with Bootsy Collins, George Clinton (musician), Bernie Worrell, Mallia Franklin, (of Parliament-Funkadelic), Frank "Kash" Waddy (of The Pacemakers (funk band)), Lady Miss Kier (of Deee-Lite), Snoop Dogg, Larry Nager, and Mark Mallory. | |
| Episode 11- "The Story of Klymaxx" | November 15, 2009 | Documenting the rise and careers of all-female funk band Klymaxx. | Interviews with Bernadette Cooper, Cheryle Cooley, Robin Gridder, Lynn Malsby, Joyce Irby, Lorena Stewart, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, and Dyana Williams. | |
| Episode 12- "The Story of Zapp & Roger" | November 22, 2009 | Documenting the rise and tribulation of influential funk band Zapp and leading recording artist Roger Troutman. | Interviews with Terry Troutman, Lester Troutman, Gregory Jackson (singer/songwriter), Ricardo Brey, Dale DeGroat, (of Zapp & Roger), Big Robb, Mark "Drac" Hicks (of Slave), Nelson George, Barry Benson, Shirley Murdock, Tech N9ne, DJ Quik, and Snoop Dogg. | |
Season 3
| Title | Original Airdate | Short Summary | Notable Guest Appearances | NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Episode 13- "The Story of Rose Royce" | March 22, 2010 | 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). | |
| Episode 14- "The Story of Sylvester" | March 29, 2010 | 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, Jeanie Tracy, Dyana Williams, and Narada Michael Walden. | |
| Episode 15- "Unsung Uncut" | April 5, 2010 | 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"), Klymaxx ("Meeting In the Ladies Room"), Rose Royce ("Car Wash"), Debarge ("I Like It"), Minnie Riperton ("Lovin' You"), and Sylvester ("Dance"). | |
| Episode 16- "The Story of Stacy Lattisaw" | April 12, 2010 | Documenting the rise and career of R&B vocalist Stacy Lattisaw. | Interviews with Stacy Lattisaw, Johnny Gill (of New Edition), and Narada Michael Walden. | |
| Episode 17- "The Story of The Bar-Kays" | April 19, 2010 | Documenting the rise and tribulation of Funk band The Bar-Kays. | Interviews with Ben Cauley, David Porter (musician), James Alexander (musician), Al Bell, Jazze Pha, and Steven Ivory. | NOTE: This episode shows news footage from the plane crash that took the lives of singer Otis Redding and many of the original members, as well as footage of the Bar-Kays performing at Wattstax. |
| Episode 18- "The Story of Teddy Pendergrass" | September 13, 2010 | Documenting the rise and turbulent career of R&B vocalist Teddy Pendergrass. | Interviews with Tyrese Gibson, Dyana Williams, Kenny Gamble, and Leon Huff. | NOTE: Teddy Pendergrass was previously featured on an episode of VH1's Behind the Music in 1997. |
| Episode 19- "The Story of Tammi Terrell" | September 20, 2010 | 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 (singer), Gene Chandler, Vance Wilson (musician), Weldon Arthur McDougal III, Jerry Blavat, Elaine Jesmer, Harry Weinger, and Dyana Williams. | |
| Episode 20- "The Story of Heatwave" | September 27, 2010 | 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 Carter, Derek Bramble, (of Heatwave) Dyana Williams, and Dr. Scot Brown. | |
| Episode 21- "The Story of Musical Youth" | October 4, 2010 | 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 Don Letts. | |
| Episode 22- "The Story of George Clinton" | October 11, 2010 | 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 Shocklee, Robert 'Peanut' Johnson, Amuka/ Sheila Brody, and DeWayne McKnight (as Blackbyrd McNight). | NOTE: George Clinton was previously featured on an episode of VH1's Legends in 1999. |
| Episode 23- "The Story of The Fat Boys" | October 18, 2010 | 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, Kurtis Blow, Charles Stettler, Biz Markie, Hank Shocklee, J. Cole, and Cory Rooney. | NOTE: This was the first Unsung about a Hip Hop artist or group |
| Episode 24- "The Story of Angela Winbush" | October 25, 2010 | Documenting the rise and turbulent career of R&B vocalist Angela Winbush. | Interviews with Angela Winbush, Lalah Hathaway, Avant, and Tom Joyner. | |
| Episode 25- "The Story of Miki Howard" | November 1, 2010 | 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, and Val Young. | |
| Episode 26- "The Story of The O'Jays" | November 8, 2010 | 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), (of The O'Jays) Marc Gordon (of LeVert), and Tom Joyner. | |
Season 4
| Title | Original Airdate | Short Summary | Notable Guest Appearances | NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Episode 27- "The Story of Deniece Williams" | June 6, 2011 | 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 Earth, Wind, & Fire), Ray Parker Jr., and Tatyana Ali. | NOTE: This is the first episode to feature Pop-Up Video style information boxes and trivia during the show. |
| Episode 28- "The Story of The Spinners" | June 13, 2011 | Documenting the rise and career of R&B group The Spinners. | Interviews with Henry Fambrough, Bobby Smith (rhythm and blues singer), G. C. Cameron, Charlton Washington, and Jessie Peck (of the The Spinners (American band)), Thom Bell, Dyana Williams, and Jerry L. Greenberg. | NOTE: The episode features footage from the film Soul Power (2008), which documented the concert in Zaire, Africa which complemented the Muhammad Ali/ George Foreman fight dubbed "Rumble in the Jungle". The Spinners performed with James Brown, Celia Cruz and the Fania All-Stars, B.B. King, Miriam Makeba, Bill Withers, and Manu Dibango. |
| Episode 29- "The Story of Alexander O'Neal and Cherrelle" | June 20, 2011 | 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. | |
| Episode 30- "The Story of Big Daddy Kane" | June 27, 2011 | 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, Mister Cee, Matthew McDaniel, Freddie Foxxx, Kool Moe Dee, Eric B. (of Eric B. & Rakim), Ralph McDaniels, and Roxanne Shanté. | |
| Episode 31- "The Story of The Ohio Players"[4] | July 4, 2011 | 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 Morrison, Billy Beck (musician), Trae Pierce, (of the Ohio Players), Bootsy Collins, Lester Troutman (of Zapp), Scot Brown, Pat "Runningbear" Evans, and Robin McBride. | NOTE: The Ohio Players previously discussed the urban legends surrounding the track "Love Rollercoaster" and the cover art to Honey, in an episode of the series VH1 Confidential. |
| Episode 32- "The Story of Evelyn Champagne King" | July 11, 2011 | 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 Royce), Kashif (musician), Flo Jenkins, Dyana Williams. | |
| Episode 33- "The Story of Billy Preston" | July 25, 2011 | Documenting the rise and career of recording artist Billy Preston. | Interviews with Merry Clayton, Bruce Fisher, and George Johnson (of The Brothers Johnson). | |
| Episode 34- "The Story of The Sylvers" | August 1, 2011 | 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 Williams. | |
| Episode 35- "The Story of Mary Wells" | August 15, 2011 | Documenting the rise and turbulent career of Motown R&B vocalist Mary Wells. | Interviews with Brenda Holloway, Brian Holland and Eddie Holland, Mary Wilson (singer) (of The Supremes), Claudette Rogers Robinson, Meech Wells, Mizell Brothers, Peter Benjaminson, Mickey Gentile, Nelson George, and Janie Bradford. | NOTE: Neglected to mention Mary Wells testified before the United States Congress to encourage government funding for cancer research.[6] |
Season 5
| Title | Original Airdate | Short Summary | Notable Guest Appearances | NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Episode 36- "The Story of Vesta Williams" | January 2, 2012 | 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 Force), TC Campbell (of Cameo (band)), Will Downing, and Vivica A. Fox. | NOTE: The last interview Vesta Williams conducted. She died September 22, 2011.
NOTE: This is the first episode to feature a newly designed opening sequence. |
| Episode 37- "The Story of Bobby Womack" | January 9, 2012 | 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, and Michael Thompson. | |
| Episode 38- "The Story of Atlantic Starr" | January 16, 2012 | 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 Johnson. | |
| Episode 39- "The Story of Freddie Jackson" | January 23, 2012 | 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 Jackson. | |
| Episode 40- "The Story of Full Force" | January 30, 2012 | 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), Christopher Reid (entertainer) (of Kid 'n Play), Don Cornelius, "Grouchy" Greg Watkins (of AllHipHop.com), and Blair Underwood. | |
| Episode 41- "The Story of Millie Jackson" | February 6, 2012 | Documenting the rise and career of R&B vocalist and comedian Millie Jackson. | Interviews with Millie Jackson, Keisha Jackson, Roxanne Shante, Da Brat, Benny Latimore (musician), and Nelson George. | |
| Episode 42- "The Story of Ray Parker, Jr." | February 13, 2012 | 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), Vincent Bonham (of Raydio), Deniece Williams, Cheryl Lynn, Eddie Holland, Steve Jordan, Chazzy Green, and David Paich. | NOTE: The episode neglected to mention Ray Parker, Jr. sued Huey Lewis and The News over breaking a "confidentiality agreement" by speaking about the "Ghostbusters" lawsuit on VH1's Behind the Music.[7] |
| Episode 43- ""The Story of Sheila E. (and the Family)" | February 27, 2012 | 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, Karl Perazzo, George Duke, Al Jarreau, Michael Cooper (of Con Funk Shun), Cliff Winston, Ray Obiedo, and D'wayne Wiggins. | NOTE: Postponed from an earlier date (February 20, 2012) |
| Episode 44- "The Story of David Ruffin" | March 5, 2012 | 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 Penn, Shelly Berger, and Larry Buford. | NOTE: Postponed from an earlier date (February 27, 2012)
NOTE: David Ruffin was a pivotal member of the Motown group "The Temptations. NOTE: This episode is the highest rated episode of the season. . |
| Episode 45- "The Story of Whodini" | March 12, 2012 | 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 Comier, Stretch, Michael Bivins, Chuck D, Dana Dane, Doctor Ice, and Nelson George. | NOTE: Postponed from an earlier date (March 5, 2012) |
Season 6
| Title | Original Airdate | Short Summary | Notable Guest Appearances | NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Episode 46- "The Story of Sly and the Family Stone | June 25, 2012 | 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 Stone), Stephen Paley, Novena Carmel, Clive Davis, Hamp "Bubba" Banks, and Jeff Kaliss. | NOTE: Original bassist Larry Graham did not appear in the documentary. |
| Episode 47- "The Story of Angela Bofill" | July 2, 2012 | 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, Maysa Leak, Jeanie Tracy, Francisco Coteno, Melba Moore, and Rich Engel. | |
| Episode 48- "The Story of Con Funk Shun" | July 9, 2012 | 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), Michael Cooper, Zebulun Pauelle Harrell, Karl Fuller, Paul Mack, Peter Michael Escovedo, Cedric Martin, Rickey Vincent, Linda Lou McCall, Jay King, Melvin Carter, and MC Hammer. | Note: The episode mistakenly refers to "She's a Star" (1986) as the band's first ever music video; they had released a video for their minor hit, "I'm Leaving Baby" the previous year. |
| Episode 49- "The Story of Kool Moe Dee" | July 16, 2012 | Documenting the rise and career of pioneer rap vocalist Kool Moe Dee. | Interviews with Kool Moe Dee, LA Sunshine, Special K (artist) (of the Treacherous Three), Busy Bee Starski, Melle Mel, Doug E. Fresh, Teddy Riley, Quincy Jones, and Lavaba Mallison. | |
| Episode 50- "The Story of The Marvelettes" | July 23, 2012 | Documenting the rise and turbulent decline of Motown group the Marvelettes. | Interviews with Katherine Anderson Shaffner, Wanda Young Rogers, Ann Bogan, Wyanetta "Juanita" Cowart (of the Marvelettes), Otis Williams (of The Temptations), Georgia Dobbins, Robert Bateman, Mary Wilson (of The Supremes), Joe Billingslea (of The Contours), Eddie Holland, Dyana Williams, Janie Bradford, and David Washington. | |
| Episode 51- "The Story of Arrested Development" | August 13, 2012 | 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 LaRae (of Arrested Development), Michael Mauldin, Steven Ivory, Jason Orr, Gil Robertson IV, and Kelley L. Carter. | |
| Episode 52- "The Story of Gerald Levert" | August 20, 2012 | Documenting the rise and career of R&B vocalist Gerald Levert. | Interviews with Eric Nolan Grant, Eddie Levert, Walter Williams (of The O'Jays), Marc Gordon (of LeVert), Johnny Gill (of LSG), Reggie Calloway, Vincent Calloway, (of Calloway and Midnight Star), Miki Howard, Michael Ferguson, Sylvia Rhone, Edwin "Tony" Nicholas, Steven Ivory, Steve Harvey, and Dyana Williams. | NOTE: Postponed from an earlier date: (July 30, 2012). |
Season 7
| Title | Original Airdate | Short Summary | Notable Guest Appearances | NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Episode 53- "The Story of Isaac Hayes" | January 23, 2013 | Documenting the rise and career of R&B vocalist and actor Isaac Hayes. | Interviews with David Porter, Rickey Vincent, James Alexander (of The Bar Kays), Al Bell, Willie Hall, Pat Lewis, and Mack Rice. | NOTE: Footage from the documentary concert film Wattstax (1973) was incorporated into this episode.
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| Episode 54- "The Story of Midnight Star" | January 30, 2013 | Documenting the rise and career of the R&B and electro-funk group Midnight Star | Interviews with Vincent Calloway, Reggie Calloway, (Also of Calloway (band)) Kenneth Gant, Bill Simmons, Jeffrey Cooper, Melvin Gentry, Bo Watson, Belinda Lipscomb (of Midnight Star), Scot Brown, Steve Ivory, Bobby Lovelace, Karolyn Ali, Walter Scott and Wallace Scott (of The Whispers), Virgil Roberts, Ecstacy (of Whodini), Tyrone DuBose, and Phyllis Larrymore-Kelly. | |
| Episode 55- "The Story of EPMD" | February 6, 2013 | Documenting the rise and turblent career of hip-hop group EPMD | Interviews with Erick Sermon, Parrish Smith, DJ Scratch (of EPMD) Charlie Marotta, DMC aka Darryl McDaniels (of Run DMC), Redman (rapper), Keith Murray, Skoob (of Das EFX), Hurricane G, Bernard Alexander, Richard and Raymond Grant (DJ Twinz), Nelson George, and Chuck Creekmur (of AllHipHop.com). | |
| Episode 56- "The Story of Lou Rawls" | February 13, 2013 | Documenting the rise and career of R&B vocalist and philanthropist Lou Rawls | Interviews with H.B. Barnum, Louanna Rawls, Billy Vera, Les McCann, Della Reese, Reg Johnson, Rickey Minor, Steve Ivory, Leon Huff, and Kenny Gamble. | NOTE: Postponed from an earlier date (August 20, 2012).
NOTE: The episode neglects to mention that Rawls was a character actor in addition to musician, and appeared in many films, television shows, and commercials. |
| Episode 57- "The Story of Disco" | February 20, 2013 | A two-hour special documenting the rise and fall of the American phenomenon that took the world by storm in the 1970s. | Interviews with Phil Hurtt, Patrick Adams, Ernie Singleton, Kenton Nix, Nicky Siano, Candi Staton, Gloria Gaynor, Nile Rodgers (of Chic), Harry Wayne Casey (of KC & The Sunshine Band), Anita Ward, Thelma Houston, Victor Willis, David Hodo (of The Village People), Vince Aletti, Frankie Knuckles, Earl Young (of The Trammps), Janice-Marie Johnson (of A Taste of Honey), Fred Buggs, Cecil Holmes, Billy Amato, Taana Gardner, Wonder Mike (of The Sugarhill Gang), Michael Eric Dyson, and Nelson George | NOTE: This episode was the first to focus on an entire genre of music rather than a particular artist, group, or band. |
| Episode 58- "The Story of Eddie Kendricks" | February 27, 2013 | Documenting the rise and career of R&B performer Eddie Kendricks | Interviews with Otis Williams, Dennis Edwards (of The Temptations), Mary Wilson, Prentiss Anderson, David Washington, Shelly Berger, Martha Reeves, Rickey Vincent, Darleen Woods, Merald "Bubba" Knight (of Gladys Knight & the Pips), and David Sea. | NOTE: Eddie Kendricks was a co-founder of the Motown group The Temptations. |
| Episode 59- "The Story of The Whispers" | March 6, 2013 | Documenting the rise and career of R&B group The Whispers | Interviews with Walter Scott, Wallace Scott, Nicholas Caldwell, Leveil Degree (of The Whispers), George Aubrey, Willette Ballard, Leon Sylvers III, Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds, Howard Hewett, Mo'Nique, Gary Taylor (singer/songwriter), Steve Ivory, Calvin Lincoln | NOTE: The Whispers performed the opening theme for Soul Train during the 1980-1982 season. |
| Episode 60- "The Story of Mint Condition" | March 13, 2013 | Documenting the rise and career of R&B band Mint Condition | Interviews with Stokley Williams, Ricky Kinchen, Homer O'Dell, Larry Waddell, Jeffrey Allen, Keri Lewis (of Mint Condition), Mahmoud El Kati, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, Brother Ali, Kelly Price, James "Popeye" Greer, Jellybean Johnson, Larkin Arnold, Peter Rhodes, and Michael Eric Dyson. | NOTE: This is the highest rated episode of the season. |
| Episode 61- "The Story of Johnny Gill" | March 20, 2013 | Documenting the rise and career of the R&B singer-songwriter Johnny Gill | Interviews with Johnny Gill, Stacy Lattisaw, Hank Caldwell, Keith Sweat (also of LSG), Randy Gill, Babyface, Michael Bivins, Ralph Tresvant, Bobby Brown, (also of New Edition), Tray Taylor, Cathy Hughes, Barry Bonds, Sugar Ray Leonard, Arsenio Hall, Michael Baisden, and Monica Palmer. | NOTE: This is the 2nd highest rated episode of the season, behind Mint Condition. |
Season 8
| Title | Original Airdate | Short Summary | Notable Guest Appearances | NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Episode 62- "The Story of Heavy D & The Boyz" | October 30, 2013 | Documenting the careers and tribulations of new jack swing pioneers Heavy D & The Boyz and rapper Heavy D. | Interviews with Glen Parrish (G-Whiz), Eddie F (of Heavy D & The Boyz), Andre Harrell, DJ Red Alert, Teddy Riley, Reginald Hudlin, Pete Rock (of Pete Rock & CL Smooth), Leslie "Big Lez" Segar, Sandra Denton (of Salt-n-Pepa), Jeff Christie, and Monifah Carter | NOTE: Heavy D provided the opening lyrics for FOX's In Living Color. |
| Episode 63- "The Story of Lisa Lisa & Cult Jam" | November 6, 2013 | Documenting the careers of R&B pop group Lisa Lisa & Cult Jam. | Interviews with Lisa Lisa, Mike Hughes, Alex Mosley (of Lisa Lisa & Cult Jam), Brian "B-Fine" George, Paul Anthony, "Bow-Legged Lou" (of Full Force), Angie Martinez, Kangol Kid, Downtown Julie Brown, Mimi Valdez, Kimberly Osorio, Michael Bivins (of New Edition), Toni Menage, Stephanie Saraco, Cindi Gomes, and Christina Vidal. | |
| Episode 64- "The Story of The Geto Boys" | November 13, 2013 | Documenting the careers and tribulations of the pioneering Southern hip hop group The Geto Boys. | Interviews with Bun B, Prince Johnny C, Bushwick Bill, Scarface, Willie D, DJ Ready Red (of The Geto Boys), Soren Baker, Big Boy, The Poetess, Greg Mack, Gangsta Boo, and T.I. | |
| Episode 65- "The Story of The Delfonics" | November 20, 2013 | Documenting the career of 1960s & 1970s R&B group The Delfonics. | Interviews with Wilson Hart, William Hart, Wilbert Hart, Sonny Hopson, Kenny Gamble, Thom Bell, Tony Brown, Jerry Blavat, Nelson George, Dyana Williams, Adrian Younge, Earl Young (drummer), and Linda Lou McCall. | |
| Episode 66- "The Story of CeCe Peniston" | November 27, 2013 | Documenting the career of R&B vocalist CeCe Peniston. | Interviews with CeCe Peniston, Barbara Peniston, Greg Peniston, Felipe Delgado, Tonya Davis (as Tonya "Peach" Davis), Rodney K. Jackson (as R.K. Jackson), Manny Lehman, Iris Perkins, Steve "Silk" Hurley, Tyrone Dubose, Malaika LeRae Sallard (as Malaika LeRae), Damon Jones, Adina Howard, Lois Walden (of Sisters of Glory), Mark Edward Nero | |
| Episode 67- "The Story of Too $hort" | January 29, 2014 | Documenting the career and tribulations of rapper Too $hort. | Interviews with Too $hort, Kenny Red, Too Clean, Freddy B, Money-B (of Digital Underground), Richie Rich, Davey D, Carla Green (of The Conscious Daughters), Jerry Hodges, Dean Hodges, Snoop Lion, The Poetess, Lionel Bea, Lil Jon, Mark Curry, Yo-Yo, Monica Payne (of Terri & Monica), Allen Gordon, and Yukmouth (of The Luniz) | |
| Episode 68- "The Story of The Manhattans" | February 5, 2014 | Documenting the careers of R&B group The Manhattans. | Interviews with Philip Terrell Flood, Gerald Alston, Kenneth Kelly, Winfred Lovett, Gregory Gaskins (of The Manhattans), Fred Huneley, Tyrone Dubose, Eddie Levert, Steven Ivory, Regina Belle, Paris Eley, Rodgers Redding, and David Tyson | |
| Episode 69- "The Story of Gil Scott Heron" | February 12, 2014 | Documenting the career of recording artist and Spoken Word poet Gil Scott Heron. | Interviews with Eddie "Ade" Knowles, Brian Jackson, Danny Bowens, Tony Green, Charles Saunders, DJ Kemit, V Dixon, Snoop Dogg, Charlotte Fox, Larry MacDonald, Tony Duncanson, Rickey Vincent, W Shabazz, Malcolm Cecil, Robert Gordon, Clive Davis, Kim Jordan, Talib Kweli, M-1 (rapper), and Mimi | |
| Episode 70- "The Story of Nile Rodgers and Chic" | February 19, 2014 | Documenting the careers of Funk & Disco pioneers Nile Rodgers and Chic. | Interviews with Nile Rodgers, Norma Jean Wright, Alfa Anderson Sylver Logan Sharp (of Chic), Focus... (as Bernard Edwards Jr.), Bob Clearmountain, Fonzi Thornton, Robert Drake, Steve Ivory, Jerry Greenberg, Bunchy Goodman, Kathy Sledge (of Sister Sledge), Nelson George, Sammy Figueroa, and Budd Taneck | |
Season 9
| Title | Original Airdate | Short Summary | Notable Guest Appearances | NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Episode 71- "The Story of Montell Jordan" | July 30, 2014 | Documenting the rise and tribulation of R&B recording artist Montell Jordan. | Interviews with Montell Jordan, Steve Ivory, Paul Stewart, Thomas Cunningham, Tina Davis, Gerrick Kennedy, Kevin Liles, Anthony Crawford (musician) (as Anthony "Shep" Crawford), LaRonda Sutton. | |
| Episode 72- "The Story of Hi-Five" | August 6, 2014 | Documenting the trials and tribulations of R&B group Hi-Five. | Interviews with Toriano Easley, Russell Neal, Marcus Sanders, Treston Irby, Terrence Murphy, Shannon Gill (of Hi-Five), Vincent E. Bell, Steve Russell, Tyrone Dubose, Flex Alexander, Jonathan Kinloch, Lionel Martin, Kimmy Mason, Gerrick Kennedy | NOTE: Ex-group member, Russell Neal, murdered his wife a month before the airing of this episode.[9] |
| Episode 73- "The Story of The Emotions" | August 13, 2014 | Documenting the trials and tribulations of female R&B group The Emotions. | Interviews with Sheila Hutchinson, Pam Hutchinson, Wanda Hutchinson, Theresa Davis (of The Emotions), Clarence McDonald, Steve Ivory, Marshall Thompson (of the Chi-lites), Ron Ellison, Shanice Wilson, Keith Henderson, Al McKay (as Al McCay), Ricky Lawson, Deneice Williams, Allee Willis, Larry Heimgarter | |
| Episode 74- "The Story of Martha Wash" | August 20, 2014 | Documenting the career of R&B recording artist Martha Wash. | Interviews with Martha Wash, Charlene Moore, Jeanie Tracy, RuPaul, Eric Beall, Kenny Ortiz, Tyrone Dubose, Paul Shaffer, Robert Clivilles, Freedom Williams (of C+C Music Factory), Brian Alexander Morgan, James Washington, Zach Adam | |
| Episode 75- "The Story of Troop (band)" | August 27, 2014 | Documenting the rise and career of R&B group Troop. | Interviews with Rodney Benford, Reginald Warren, Allen McNeil, John Harreld, (of Troop) Bobby Brown, Marc Gordon (of LeVert), Steve Ivory, Steven Russell Harts, Chuckii Booker, Jai Jackson, Arsenio Hall, Doc Clark, Flex Alexander, Joyce Irby (of Klymaxx), Louis Burrell, Zac Harmon, Bobby Robinson, Demetrius 'Meech' Shipp, Stone Paxton | |
| Episode 76- "The Story of Bone Thugs-n-Harmony" | September 3, 2014 | Documenting the rise and tribulations of Hip Hop group Bone Thugs-n-Harmony. | Interviews with Flesh-N-Bone, Wish Bone, Bizzy Bone, Layzie Bone, Krayzie Bone (of Bone Thugs-n-Harmony), Big Boy (radio host), Steve Lobel, Kenny McCloud, DJ Yella, DJ Quik, DJ U-Neek, Cipha Sounds, Tomica Woods-Wright, Craig Henry, Soren Baker, Machine Gun Kelly (rapper), Violet Brown, Jamie Adler | |
| Episode 77- "The Story of Wilson Pickett" | September 10, 2014 | Documenting the career of R&B recording artist Wilson Pickett. | Interviews with Willie Schofeld (of The Falcons), Rickey Vincent, Dave Washington, Curtis Pope, Wayne Cochran, Dennis Coffey, Chris Tuthill, Bobby Womack, Mario Medious, Jerry Jemmott, Wayne Cobham. | NOTE: Featured footage from the documentary concert film Soul to Soul (film). |
| Episode 78- "The Story of The Chi-Lites" | September 17, 2014 | Documenting the rise and tribulations of R&B group The Chi-Lites. | Interviews with Marshall Thompson, Frank Reed (singer), (of The Chi-Lites), Gregg Parker, Dave Washington, Bruce Swedien, Tyrone Dubose, Tom Tom Washington, Gus Redmond, and Herb Kent. | |
| Episode 79- "The Story of Rick James" | January 14, 2015 | Documenting the rise, career, and turbulent life of funk pioneer Rick James. | Interviews with Nate & Lanise Hughes, Levi Ruffin, Daniel LeMelle, Oscar Alston, Tom McDermott (of the Stone City Band), Kerry Gordy, Jeff Jampol, Smokey Robinson, Narada Michael Walden, Val Young, Charlie Murphy, Jazze Pha, Roxanne Shante. | NOTE: Postponed from an earlier date (October 1, 2014)
NOTE: Rick James was previously featured on an episode of VH1's Behind the Music in 1998. |
| Episode 80- "The Story of Peaches and Herb" | January 21, 2015 | Documenting the rise and tribulations of R&B group Peaches and Herb. | Interviews with Herb Fame, Dewey Hughes, Steve Ivory, Paul Cohn, Linda Tavani, Peter Manning Robinson, Stephen Tavani. | NOTE: Postponed from an earlier date (September 24, 2014). |
| Episode 81- "The Story of Angie Stone" | January 28, 2015 | Documenting the rise and tribulations of R&B and Soul vocalist Angie Stone. | Interviews with Angie Stone, Gwendolyn Chisolm (of The Sequence), Nautica De La Cruz, Rodney C. Stone (of Funky Four Plus One), Willie Bruno, Jocelyn Cooper, Kedar Massenburg, Syleena Johnson, Peter Edge, Clive Davis, Jazze Pha. | NOTE: Neglected to mention her troubles with weight, Type 2 diabetes, and prescription medicine. She also appeared on the TV series Celebrity Fit Club. |
| Episode 82- "The Story of Meli'sa Morgan" | February 4, 2015 | Documenting the rise and tribulations of R&B vocalist Meli'sa Morgan. | Interviews with Meli'sa Morgan, Paul Laurence, Patrick Adams, Kashif (musician), Don Grierson (music business), Miki Howard, Melba Moore, Bow-legged Lou (of Full Force), Alyson Williams, Fred "Bugsy" Buggs, Kevin Harewood, Lesette Wilson, Lenny Green, Ruben Rodriguez, Tyrone Dubose. | |
Season 10
| Title | Original Airdate | Short Summary | Notable Guest Appearances | NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Episode 83- "The Story of Ike Turner" | June 3, 2015 | Documenting the trials and tribulations of blues and R&B recording artist Ike Turner. | Interviews with Claudia Lennear, Linda Williams, Alesia Butler (of The Ikettes), Margena Christian, John Hornyak, Leon Blue, Sidney Miller, Holle Thee Maxwell (as Holle Maxwell), Dennis Rubenstein, Paul Smith, Bill Ray, Kevin Cooper (of Kings of Rhythm). | |
| Episode 84- "The Story of Otis Redding" | June 10, 2015 | Documenting the trials and tribulations of soul and R&B recording artist Otis Redding. | Interviews with Hamp Swain, Rob Bowman (music writer), David Porter (musician), Steve Cropper (of Booker T. & the M.G.'s), James Alexander (musician) (of The Bar-Kays), Deanie Parker, Newt Collier, Alan Walden, Wayne Jackson (musician), Floyd Newman (of The Memphis Horns), Earl "Speedo" Sims, Anthony Hamilton (musician). | |
| Episode 85- "The Story of DJ Quik" | June 17, 2015 | Documenting the rise and career of Hip Hop artist & record producer DJ Quik. | Interviews with DJ Quik, Hi-C (rapper), "Playa Hamm" & Tweed Cadillac (of Penthouse Players Clique), "Peter Gunz" (of Lord Tariq and Peter Gunz), Doctah B. Sirius, Cory Robbins, Billy Johnson, Jr., Big Boy (radio host), Nautica de la Cruz, Fabian "Fade" Duvernay, Robert Bacon, Erick Sermon, Dr. Scot Brown, Mack 10, El DeBarge (of DeBarge), Donna Torrence, Suga Free, Dom Kennedy. | |
| Episode 86-"Chuck Brown and the Story of Go-Go" | June 24, 2015 | Documenting the career, trials, and tribulations of funk pioneer Chuck Brown and the subgenre Go-Go he helped craft. | Interviews with John "J.B." Buchanan, Lloyd Pinchback, Donald Tillery (of The Soul Searchers), Marion Barry, Charles Stephenson, Nekos Brown, Wiley Brown, Chucky Thompson, Kip Lornell, Kevin Kato Hammond (as Kevin "Kato" Hammond), Vincent C. Gray, Konan (DJ), Big Tony Fisher (of Trouble Funk), Darryl Brooks, William "JuJu" House, Gregory "Sugar Bear" Elliot (of Experience Unlimited aka E.U.), Andre "Whiteboy" Johnson (of Rare Essence), Anwan Glover, Bo Sampson, Raheem DeVaughn, Jill Scott. | Note: This show features one of the last interviews with former DC Mayor Marion Barry. |
| Episode 87-" Unsung Revisited" | July 1, 2015 | In this unique episode, Unsung revisits four artists - Full Force, Miki Howard, Zapp (band) and Roger, and Sylvester - to uncover how their lives have been affected by the award-winning series. | Interviews with Ricardo Rey, Snoop Dogg, Shirley Murdock, Lester Troutman, Dale DeGroat, Big Robb, B-Fine, Bow-legged Lou, Paul Anthony, Dyana Williams, Narada Michael Walden, Jeanie Tracy, Anthony Wayne, Kendrell Bowman, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Val Young, John Nettlesby, Miki Howard, Brandon Howard. | |
| Episode 88- "The Story of Xscape (group)" | July 8, 2015 | Documenting the careers of R&B girl group Xscape. | Interviews with LaTocha Scott, Tamika Scott, Kandi Burruss, Tameka Coggins-Wynn, Tameka Cottle (as "Tiny" Cottle-Harris), (of Xscape) Ian Burke, Jermaine Dupri, Kenyatta McDonald, Michael Mauldin (producer), Rocky Bivens, Sonia Murray, Daryl Simmons, Manuel Seal, and T.I. | NOTE: This episode is the highest rated episode of Unsung over the entire series and the highest rated show on TV One through July 2015.
NOTE: Group member Tameka Cottle has been negatively critical of the portrayal of the group's tensions in this episode.[10] |
| Episode 89- "The Story of Kid 'n Play" | July 15, 2015 | Documenting the careers of Hip Hop duo and actors Kid 'n Play. | Interviews with Christopher Reid, Christopher Martin, Mark "DJ Wiz" Eastmond, Lenny Brown, Rich Ahee, Kwamé, Full Force, Martin Lawrence, Tisha Campbell, Havelock Nelson, Reginald Hudlin, Adrienne-Joi Johnson (as AJ Johnson), Fred Munao, and Bill Maher. | NOTE: TV One previously aired episodes of Life After on Christopher Reid (entertainer) in 2009, and Christopher Martin (entertainer) in 2011. |
| Episode 90- "The Story of Al B. Sure!" | August 26, 2015 | Documenting the career of R&B recording artist and record producer Al B. Sure!. | Interviews with Al B. Sure!, Andre Harrell, Benny Medina, Kelly Price, Dyana Williams, Jojo Brim, Faith Evans, Brennan Williams, Rolanda Watts, Mike Tyson, Kim Porter, DJ Eddie F. | NOTE: Sure narrated the 4 episodes of pilots in Season1. |
| Episode 91- "The Story of Yarbrough & Peoples" | September 2, 2015 | Documenting the career and trials of the R&B and Funk duo Yarbrough & Peoples. | Interviews with Alisa Peoples, Cavin Yarbrough, Robert "Goodie" Whitfield, Malvin Dino Vice, Raymond Calhoun, Oliver A. Scott (of The Gap Band), Tyrone DuBose, and Steve Ivory. | |
| Episode 92- "The Story of Force MD's" | September 9, 2015 | Documenting the trials and tribulations of Doowop/R&B group The Force MD's. | Interviews with Khalil Lundy, Steven Lundy, Trisco Pearson, Jessie Daniels (of the Force MD's), Tom Silverman, Monica Lynch, DJ Kev-Ski, Guy Route, Kevin Harewood, DJ Dr. Shock, and Bow-legged Lou (of Full Force). | |
| Episode 93- "The Story of Yo-Yo (rapper)" | September 16, 2015 | Documenting the career of rapper & activist Yo-Yo. | Interviews with Yo-Yo, Sir Jinx, Candyman (rapper), Ice Cube, Billy Johnson, MC Lyte, Felicia "The Poetess" Morris, Big Boy, DJ Chilly Chill, Wesley Cullars, Maxine Waters, Claudio "Pockets" Robles, Adrian "AD" Scott, and Belinda Wilson. | NOTE: Neglected to mention Missy Elliot was featured on the unreleased Ebony (Yo-Yo album). |
Season 11
| Title | Original Airdate | Short Summary | Notable Guest Appearances | NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Episode 94- "The Story of KC and The Sunshine Band" | October 7, 2015 | Documenting the careers of 70's Funk & Disco band KC and the Sunshine Band. | Interviews with Harry Wayne Casey, Oliver C. Brown, Beverly Champion-Foster, Mike Lewis, Jeanette Wright, Fermin Goytisolo, Kenetha Morris (as Koko Morris) (of KC & the Sunshine Band), George McCrae, Steve Alaimo, Steve Ivory, and Nelson George. | NOTE: Neglected to mention ex-backup singers 2004 lawsuit against Harry "KC" Casey, Rhino Records, and Warner Music Group.[11] |
| Episode 95- "The Story of Kashif (artist)" | October 14, 2015 | Documenting the career of R&B producer, singer, and songwriter Kashif. | Interviews with Kashif, Jamal Risbrook (of BT Express), Howard Johnson (soul singer), Clive Davis, Bashiri Johnson, Tyrone DuBose, Meli'sa Morgan, Melba Moore, Tracey Ross, Howard Hewett (of Shalamar), Carl E. Douglas, and Myracle Holloway. | |
| Episode 96- "The Story of Chanté Moore" | October 28, 2015 | Documenting the issues and controversies of R&B/Jazz singer Chante Moore. | Interviews with Chante Moore, Fred Moultrie, Kevin Ross, Felipe Darrell, Laney Stewart, Keith Washington, Terry Ellis (of En Vogue), Simon Law, Ernie Singleton, Vassal Benford, Donnie Simpson, Kurupt,Von McAlpin, Kiki Shepard, Cheryl Cobb-DeBrosse, Jeff Sharp, Michael Mauldin (producer), and Jamie Foster Brown. | NOTE: Postponed from an earlier date (October 21, 2015)
NOTE: Neglected to mention Puff Daddy stole the Rodney Jerkins song "If I Gave Love" to use for Jennifer Lopez debut album.[12] |
| Episode 97- "The Story of Lakeside (band)" | October 28, 2015 | Documenting the careers of R&B/Funk band Lakeside. | Interviews with Thomas Shelby, Mark Wood, William Shelby, Stephen Shockley, Tiemeyer McCain, Rickey Abernathy, Otis Stokes, Fred Lewis, Fred Alexander, Norman Beavers, Johnny Rogers, Marvin Craig (of Lakeside), Carolyn Griffey, Marcus Chapman, Dr. Scot Brown, Leon Sylvers III (as Leon Sylvers), and Leanard Jackson. | NOTE: Neglected to mention the deaths of two members Brian Marbry and Donald Tavies.[13] |
| Episode 98- "The Story of H-Town (band)" | November 4, 2015 | Documenting the trials and tribulations of R&B group H-Town. | Interviews with Solomon Conner (as Shazam), Daryl Jackson (as G.I.) (of H-Town), Bishop Burrell, Madd Hatta, Tammi Mac, Luther Campbell, Rob G, Alan Grunblatt, Baby Blue (of Pretty Ricky), and Divinci Rochon. | |
| Episode 99- "The Story of Jennifer Holliday" | November 11, 2015 | Documenting the rise and turbulent career of R&B vocalist Jennifer Holliday. | Interviews with Jennifer Holliday, V. Michael McKay, Yolanda Adams, Cleavant Derricks (actor), Sheryl Lee Ralph, David E. Kelley, Allee Willis, Billy Meadows, David Mitchell, Edwin Hawkins, and Barry Eastmond. | NOTE: Neglected to mention Holliday's collaborations with conductor Marvin Hamlisch.[14] |
| Episode 100- "The Story of Nate Dogg" | November 18, 2015 | Documenting the career of R&B singer Nate Dogg. | Interviews with Butch Cassidy (singer), Snoop Dogg, Warren G, Fredwreck, Xzibit, Poetess, Spoon, Rod McGrew, Pharoahe Monch, Julio G, DJ Battlecat (record producer), Kurupt, and Jacob Lusk. | NOTE: Neglected to mention Nate Dogg dated actress Tamala Jones.[15] |
References
- ↑ "Al B. Sure Is An "Unsung" Hero To TV One". theurbandaily.com. 2008. Retrieved 2015-05-24.
- ↑ "For those who followed my "Unsung Shalamar: Jody Watley Unfiltered" series, the finale featuring former Shalamar lead singer Gerald Brown (who was not asked to be a part of Unsung) was posted.". facebook.com. 2010. Retrieved 2010-12-31.
- ↑ "Oscar-nominated film renews interest in the real-life 'Dreamgirl'". dailymail.co.uk. 2007. Retrieved 2007-02-21.
- ↑ "Season 4/Episode 31- 'The Story of The Ohio Players'". Unsung. July 4, 2011.
- ↑ "Vh1 Confidential episode 1.2". imdb. July 4, 2000.
- ↑ "Mary Wells". oralcancerfoundation.org. Retrieved 2016-02-13.
- ↑ "Parker Jr., Lewis In 'Behind The Music' Flap". billboard.com. 2001. Retrieved 2014-11-01.
- ↑ Callahan, Mike; Edwards, David; Eyries, Patrice (July 30, 2004). "ABC-Paramount Records". Retrieved July 6, 2014.
- ↑ http://www.khou.com/story/news/local/2014/07/29/12660632/
- ↑ "did-tvones-unsung-featuring-xscape-really-tell-the-story-or-did-the-truth-escape". earhustle411.com. 2015. Retrieved 2015-09-21.
- ↑ http://www.billboard.com/biz/articles/news/1430821/ex-backup-singers-sue-sunshine-band?mobile_redirection=false
- ↑ "Chante Moore: P. Diddy Stole My Hit Song for J.Lo". npr.org. July 18, 2008.
- ↑ https://funkmusicnews.wordpress.com/2011/12/19/lakesides-donald-tavies-fantastic-voyage-rip-121811/
- ↑ http://www.npr.org/2013/12/12/250468531/original-dreamgirl-jennifer-holliday-im-not-going-nowhere
- ↑ name="contactmusic.com">"nate-dogg-dating-tamala-jones". npr.org.
- http://www.loop21.com/entertainment/kool-moe-dee-unsung-on-hip-hop-ll-cool-j-treacherous-three-behind-the-rhyme
- http://tvone.tv/shows/unsung
- http://www.thefutoncritic.com/news/2012/10/08/tv-one-renews-award-winning-docu-series-unsung-for-a-sixth-season-197105/20121008tvone01/
- http://www.eurweb.com/2011/12/tv-ones-unsung-kicks-off-all-new-season-of-10-episodes-with-vesta/
- http://clatl.com/cribnotes/archives/2012/01/02/unsung-producer-shares-recipe-for-tv-ones-soulrandb-show
- http://www.vh1.com/artists/news/1442144/20010326/lewis_huey.jhtml
External links
- Phyllis Hyman episode at IMDb
- The Clark Sisters episode at IMDb
- Donny Hathaway at IMDb
- The DeBarge Family episode at IMDb
- Minnie Riperton episode at IMDb
- Melba Moore episode at IMDb
- Shalamar episode at IMDb
- Florence Ballard episode at IMDb
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