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198910320 minGspecial

6.8/ 10(12 ratings)• TMDB

Technology Innovation

MTV Unplugged

198910320 minGspecial

6.8/ 10(12 ratings)• TMDB

A groundbreaking series featuring intimate acoustic performances by top artists.

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A groundbreaking series featuring intimate acoustic performances by top artists.

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Milton Lagedirector

Bruce Springsteen

Bruce Springsteencast

Michael Stipe

Michael Stipecast

Dr. John

Michelle Shockedcast

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MTV's acclaimed music series showcases today's top artists and rising stars in the industry performing acoustic versions of their songs.

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