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UnpluggedA staple of MTV's programming lineup in the 1990s, "Unplugged" features popular artists performing acoustic -- or unplugged -- versions of some of their biggest hits, offering their fans a chance to experience favorite tunes in a new way. Name recognition isn't in short supply on the show as many of the era's biggest musical acts made their way through the "Unplugged" studio over the years, with a roster that includes Paul McCartney, Mariah Carey, Eric Clapton, Bruce Springsteen and Nirvana. A number of the performances were subsequently released as live albums, in some cases earning Grammy Awards for the artists."Silversun Pickups"Silversun Pickups perform songs including "Lazy Eye," "Panic Switch," and "Well Thought Out Twinkles."
"All Time Low"All Time Low performs in New York City; songs include "Weightless," "Dear Maria, Count Me In," and "Damned If I Do Ya (Damned If I Don't)."
"Scorpions"The Scorpions perform acoustically in Athens, Greece; songs include "Sting in the Tail," "Rock You Like a Hurricane," and "Wind of Change."
"Lenny Kravitz"Lenny Kravitz performs past hits and songs from his most recent album; songs include "I'll Be Waiting," "Be," and "Are You Gonna Go My Way."
A staple of MTV's programming lineup in the 1990s, "Unplugged" features popular artists performing acoustic -- or unplugged -- versions of some of their biggest hits, offering their fans a chance to experience favorite tunes in a new way. Name recognition isn't in short supply on the show as many of the era's biggest musical acts made their way through the "Unplugged" studio over the years, with a roster that includes Paul McCartney, Mariah Carey, Eric Clapton, Bruce Springsteen and Nirvana. A number of the performances were subsequently released as live albums, in some cases earning Grammy Awards for the artists.
Original Air Date: Nov 26, 1989
Genres: MusicTV Series
Rating: TVPG
Playback: HD
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