Created by Jim Burns, Robert Small. With 10,000 Maniacs, Perry Montague-Mason, Julieta Venegas, Natalie Merchant. Major pop music stars play their songs with only acoustic instruments. Watch recent full episode of MTV shows on MTV.com. MTV Unplugged has hosted some of the industry's brightest stars, including memorable performances by Jay-Z, Nirvana, Mariah Carey, Adele and Bon Jovi. This acclaimed acoustic music series.
Below is a complete MTV Unplugged episode list that spans the show's entire TV run. Photos from the individual MTV Unplugged episodes are listed along with the MTV Unplugged episode names when available, as are the dates of the original airing of the episode. MTV Unplugged episodes from every season can be seen below, along with fun facts about who directed the episodes, the stars of the and sometimes even information like shooting locations and original air dates. Everything from “Utada Hikaru” to “Page & Plant” is included on this list. Are you remembering a funny scene but can't think of the name that the MTV Unplugged episode is from? Scroll below and you'll find what you're looking for.
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2Noel GallagherDec 16 2006 Noel Gallagher: Sitting Here in Silence (2006) A one-off semi-acoustic performance by Noel Gallagher and Gem of Oasis as part of a special season of gigs from London's Union Chapel, recorded on ...more
3Eagles Hell Freezes OverNov 08 1994 Fourteen years after the breakup, an Eagles country tribute album titled Common Thread: The Songs of the Eagles was released in 1993. Travis Tritt insisted on having the Long Run-era Eagles in ...more
4Nirvana Live & LoudDec 13 1993 CONCERT TOOK PLACE ON 12-13-93 IN SEATTLE WHICH AIRED ON TV NEW YEARS EVE 1993. KNOWN AS MTV'S LIVE AND LOUD. SET LIST : 1) RADIO FREINDLY UNIT SHIFTER 2) DRAIN YOU 3) BREED 4) SERVE THE ...more
5Foo FightersAug 30 2006 Skin and Bones is a live acoustic album by the Foo Fighters released on November 7, 2006. The 15-track set was recorded on August 29, 30 and 31, 2006 at the Pantages Theater in Los Angeles and ...more
6Incubus AT&T Acoustic performance recorded 10-5-2000 1 Intro 2 Make Yourself 3 Stellar 4 Clean 5 Certain Shade Of Green 6 The Warmth 7 Turkish Gifts 8 Pardon Me 9 Azwethinkweiz 10 Summer Romance ...more
7Elvis: Comeback SpecialDec 11 1968 1968 United States television special. Sponsored by The Singer Sewing Machine Company, it aired on December 3, 1968 on the NBC television network. The special is commonly referred to as the '68 ...more
8George Michael In October 1996, Michael performed a concert at Three Mills Studios, London for MTV Unplugged. It was his first long performance in years, and in the audience was Michael's mother. The next ...more
9PretendersMay 01 1995 Recorded live at Jacob Street Studios, London, England in May 1995. What could be a better vehicle for Chrissie Hynde's gorgeous vocals and impeccably arranged songs than the acoustically tinged ...more
10PoisonDec 13 1990
The consummate hard rock quartet of Bret Michaels, Bobby Dall, Rikki Rockett and C.C. DeVille get back to basics with acoustic renditions of 'Talk Dirty To Me' from their ...more
11Elton JohnAug 05 1990 Legendary rock veteran Elton John performs a memorable medley of hits past and present in a special one hour version of 'MTV Unplugged.' Viewers get the chance to see one ...more
12Ratt with VixenOct 07 1990 Heavy duty rockers Ratt and Vixen bring the house down during this special presentation of 'MTV Unplugged.' Taped in high-definition TV at the historic Ed Sullivan Theatre ...more
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Hall and OatesJun 05 1990 'Blue-Eyed Soul' duo Daryl Hall and John Oates joined the 'MTV Unplugged' roster in mid-1990. The artists that hold the record for having the most Top ...more
14Stevie Ray Vaughan with Joe SatrianiMar 04 1990 'MTV Unplugged' devotes an episode to the work of two guitar virtuosos: Stevie Ray Vaughan and Joe Satriani. Satriani showcases his expressive guitar work with renditions ...more
15Sinead O'Connor with The ChurchMar 18 1990 Australian band The Church and Irish solo artist Sinead O'Connor are featured in this edition of 'MTV Unplugged.' The Church band members Steve Killbey (bass/vocals), Peter ...more
1610,000 Maniacs with Michael PennFeb 04 1990 Natalie Merchant, lyricist/singer of the acclaimed New York folk-rock band 10,000 Maniacs, performs 'What's The Matter Here?' and 'Dustbowl.' Solo ...more
17Squeeze with Syd Straw and Elliot EastonNov 26 1989 The season premiere of 'MTV Unplugged' features performances by British rockers Squeeze, solo artist Syd Straw, and Elliot Easton from The Cars. Musical highlights include ...more
18Don HenleyApr 22 1990 This special edition of 'MTV Unplugged' takes an intimate look at Henley as he performs songs that span his career with the Eagles through his recent solo career. Joining ...more
19AerosmithSep 20 1990 MTV viewers get the rare opportunity to see legendary hard rockers Aerosmith perform acoustically on this special edition of 'MTV Unplugged.' Taped live at the historic Ed ...more
20The Alarm with Nuclear ValdezFeb 11 1990 Miami-based quartet Nuclear Valdez, and Welsh rockers the Alarm are featured in this edition of 'MTV Unplugged.' Alarm band members Mike Peters (vocals/guitar), Dave Sharp ...more
21The Allman Brothers Band The Allman Brothers Band was an American rock band formed in Jacksonville, Florida in 1969 by brothers Duane Allman and Gregg Allman, as well as Dickey Betts, Berry Oakley, Butch Trucks, and Jai ...more
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22The Smithereens and Graham ParkerJan 28 1990 New Jersey guitar band the Smithereens, and veteran British artist Graham Parker, are featured in this edition of 'MTV Unplugged.' Smithereens band members Jim Babjak ...more
23Joe Walsh and Dr. JohnFeb 18 1990 'MTV Unplugged' presents former James Gang member Joe Walsh accompanied by R&B great Dr. John. Recorded at the National Video Center in New York City, Walsh performs ...more
24Michelle Shocked with Indigo GirlsMtv Unplugged All Episodes
Mar 11 1990 'MTV Unplugged' presents Atlanta-based singers/songwriters/guitarists Amy Ray And Emily Saliers -- collectively known as the Indigo Girls -- and solo artist Michelle ...more
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25Great White with Damn YankeesMay 06 1990 'MTV Unplugged,' the acclaimed acoustic music series, presents an acoustic performance with Great White and Damn Yankees. Taped at the Hollywood Center Studios in Los ...more