Unsung

Minnie Riperton

Minnie Riperton’s Unsung episode offers a heartfelt look at her brief but brilliant career, highlighting her iconic vo

Melba Moore

This episode explores the dynamic career of Melba Moore, the Tony Award–winning singer and actress whose powerful voic

Shalamar

This episode traces the rise of Shalamar, the influential R&B trio whose sharp choreography and smooth harmonies helped

Florence Ballard

This episode traces the powerful yet heartbreaking story of Florence Ballard, the founding voice of The Supremes whose t

Teena Marie

This episode chronicles the remarkable journey of Teena Marie, the soulful singer‑songwriter whose powerful voice and

Bootsy Collins

This episode dives into the wild, visionary world of Bootsy Collins, the flamboyant bassist whose groundbreaking work wi

Klymaxx

This episode explores the groundbreaking journey of Klymaxx, the all‑female band that fused funk, rock, and R&B into a

Zapp & Roger

This episode traces the electrifying rise of Zapp & Roger, the pioneering funk innovators whose talkbox sound reshaped R

Rose Royce

Documenting the rise and career of the R&B group Rose Royce. Interviews with Kenny Copeland, Gwen Dickey, Lequeint "Duke

Sylvester

Documenting the rise and short-lived career of Disco recording artist Sylvester. Interviews with Joshua Gamson, Anita Po

Unsung Uncut

Features full-length performances from the artists featured on the series. Performances of Teena Marie w/ Rick James ("S

Stacy Lattisaw

Documenting the rise and career of R&B vocalist Stacy Lattisaw. Interviews with Stacy Lattisaw, Johnny Gill (of New Edit

The Bar-Kays

Documenting the rise and tribulation of Funk band The Bar-Kays. Interviews with Ben Cauley, David Porter, James Alexande

Teddy Pendergrass

Documenting the rise and turbulent career of R&B vocalist Teddy Pendergrass. Interviews with Tyrese Gibson, Dyana Willia

Tammi Terrell

Documenting the rise and short-lived career of Motown vocalist Tammi Terrell. Interviews with Nick Ashford, Valerie Simp

Heatwave

Documenting the rise and turbulent careers of R&B group Heatwave. Interviews with Keith Wilder, Ernest "Bilbo" Berger, M

Musical Youth

Documenting the rise and turbulent careers of Reggae band Musical Youth. Interviews with Dennis Seaton, Michael Grant, K

George Clinton

Documenting the rise and career of Funk superstar George Clinton. Interviews with George Clinton, Grady Thomas, Rickey V

The Fat Boys

Documenting the rise and careers of pioneering rap group The Fat Boys. Interviews with Prince Markie Dee, Damon Wimbley

Angela Winbush

Documenting the rise and turbulent career of R&B vocalist Angela Winbush. Interviews with Angela Winbush, Lalah Hathaway

Miki Howard

Documenting the rise and turbulent career of R&B/ Jazz vocalist Miki Howard. Interviews with Miki Howard, Augie Johnson

The O'Jays

Documenting the rise and turbulent careers of legendary R&B group The O'Jays. Interviews with Eddie Levert, Bobby Massey

Deniece Williams

Documenting the rise and career of recording artist Deniece Williams. Interviews with Deniece Williams, Stevie Wonder, J

The Spinners

Documenting the rise and career of R&B group The Spinners. Interviews with Henry Fambrough, Bobby Smith, G. C. Cameron,

Alexander O'Neal and Cherrelle

Documenting the rise and careers of R&B vocalists Alexander O'Neal and Cherrelle. Interviews with Alexander O'Neal, Cher

Big Daddy Kane

Documenting the rise and career of rapper and actor Big Daddy Kane. Interviews with Big Daddy Kane, Nelson George, MC Ly

The Ohio Players

Documenting the rise and career of R&B group The Ohio Players. Interviews with Leroy "Sugarfoot" Bonner, Marshall "Rock"

Evelyn Champagne King

Documenting the rise and career of Disco and R&B vocalist Evelyn Champagne King. Interviews with Evelyn Champagne King,

Billy Preston

Documenting the rise and career of recording artist Billy Preston. Interviews with Merry Clayton, Bruce Fisher, and Geor

The Sylvers

Documenting the rise and turbulent careers of the family R&B group The Sylvers. Interviews with Nelson George, Leon Sylv

Mary Wells

Documenting the rise and turbulent career of Motown R&B vocalist Mary Wells. Interviews with Brenda Holloway, Brian Holl

Vesta Williams

Documenting the rise and turbulent career of R&B recording artist and actress Vesta Williams. Interviews with Vesta Will

Bobby Womack

Documenting the rise and turbulent career of R&B, Soul singer & songwriter Bobby Womack. Interviews with Bobby Womack, B

Atlantic Starr

Documenting the rise and careers of the R&B music group Atlantic Starr. Interviews with David Lewis, Sharon Bryant, Barb

Freddie Jackson

Documenting the rise and career of R&B vocalist Freddie Jackson. Interviews with Freddie Jackson, Melba Moore, Meli'sa M

Full Force

Documenting the rise and careers of R&B group Full Force. Interviews with Lisa Lisa (of Lisa Lisa and Cult Jam), Cheryl

Millie Jackson

Documenting the rise and career of R&B vocalist and comedian Millie Jackson. Interviews with Millie Jackson, Keisha Jack

Ray Parker Jr

Documenting the rise and career of R&B singer/ songwriter Ray Parker, Jr. Interviews with Ray Parker Jr., David Foster,

Sheila E.

Documenting the rise and career of drummer and percussionist Sheila E. Interviews with Sheila E., Pete Escovedo, Juan Es

David Ruffin

Documenting the rise and turbulent career of R&B performer David Ruffin. Interviews with Otis Williams, Dennis Edwards (

Whodini

Documenting the rise and career of pioneering rap group Whodini. Interviews with Hassan Pore, Jalil Hutchins, Ralph McDa

Sly and the Family Stone

Documenting the rise and turbulent careers of music group Sly and the Family Stone. Interviews with Sly Stone, Cynthia R

Angela Bofill

Documenting the career and troubles of Jazz/R&B singer-songwriter Angela Bofill. Interviews with Angela Bofill, Buddy Wi

Con Funk Shun

Documenting the rise and careers of the R&B/funk music group Con Funk Shun. Interviews with Dennis Johnson, Danny "Sweet

Kool Moe Dee

Documenting the rise and career of pioneer rap vocalist Kool Moe Dee. Interviews with Kool Moe Dee, LA Sunshine, Special

Marvelettes

Documenting the rise and turbulent decline of Motown group the Marvelettes. Interviews with Katherine Anderson Shaffner,

Arrested Development

Documenting the careers of alternative hip hop group Arrested Development. Interviews with Speech, Rasa Don, Aerle Taree

Gerald Levert

Isaac Hayes

Midnight Star

EPMD

Lou Rawls

Disco Parts 1 and 2

Eddie Kendricks

The Whispers

Mint Condition

Johnny Gill

Heavy D & The Boyz

Lisa Lisa & Cult Jam

Geto Boys

The Delfonics

CeCe Peniston

Too $hort

The Manhattans

Gil Scott-Heron

Poet Gil Scott-Heron is profiled.

Nile Rodgers & Chic

Montell Jordan

Hi-Five

Boy band Hi-Five is profiled, from their Waco origins through their work with such icons as R. Kelly and Teddy Riley. A

The Emotions

Martha Wash

Troop

Bone Thugs-N-Harmony

Wilson Pickett

The Chi-Lites

The Chi-Lites are profiled, from their Chicago origins through a 1970s stardom characterized by wild costumes, signature

Rick James

Peaches & Herb

Angie Stone

Meli'sa Morgan

Ike Turner

Otis Redding

DJ Quick

Chuck Brown and Go-Go

Unsung Revisted

Full Force, Zapp & Roger, Sylvester and Miki Howard are visited.

Xscape

Kid 'N Play

Al B. Sure!

Yarbrough & Peoples

Force MDs

YoYo

KC and the Sunshine Band

Kashif

Chante Moore

Lakeside

H-Town

Jennifer Holliday

Nate Dogg

Sugarhill Gang

Patrice Rushen

Donell Jones

Johnnie Taylor

Kelly Price

Next

Kwame

E-40

Monifah

Howard Hewett

Kurupt

Frankie Knuckles and the Roots of House

Bobby Bland

SWV

Fat Joe

Jon B.

Lenny Williams

Case

Dave Hollister

Dave Hollister is profiled.

After 7

James Brown

Wyclef Jean

Jagged Edge

Marvin Sapp

Switch

The Dramatics

Shanice

Ice-T

Silk

The Boys

Trick Daddy

Blue Magic

Deborah Cox

Shirley Caesar

Avant

Brand Nubian

The Lost Boyz

Mtume

Special Ed

Digable Planets

Regina Belle

702

B. B. King

Cheryl "Pepsii" Riley

Will Downing

Michel'le

Michel’le stormed the music scene with a voice like no other, and scaled the charts with help from romantic attachment

Lloyd

Adina Howard

The Jets

Shirley Murdock

Shirley Murdock is a rare singer-songwriter who is revered by fans of pop, R&B, dance music and gospel. But at the heigh

Crystal Waters

Glenn Jones

Kenny Lattimore

Tasha Cobbs

Dru Hill

When their debut album produced four top singles, Dru Hill seemed destined for superstardom. But clashes with their labe

Roxanne Shante

Christopher Williams

Christopher Williams emerged during the late 1980s with a string of new jack swing hits and a pretty boy look. But scand

Skyy

Shannon

Billy Paul

Betty Wright

Al Jarreau

Goodie Mob

Morris Day

Leela James

Hezekiah Walker

Keith Washington

Mystikal

Syleena Johnson

Bobby V.

Lyfe Jennings

The Jones Girls

The Decades 70's

The Decades 80's

Soul For Real

Monie Love

Monie Love made her own lane as a rap star in the late '80s and early '90s with a unique style and socially-conscious ly

Thelma Houston

Thelma Houston has been performing and entertaining fans for over 50 years with her soulful and powerful voice; Thelma c

Pete Rock

P.M. Dawn

Das EFX

The Decades 90's

The Decades 2000's

Tony Terry

Women Take the Mic

Reggae Revolutions

Jean Carne

Warryn Campbel

Norman Conners

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