Motown Live (1998)
Synopsis
Motown Live was an American television series showcasing live performances by music artists in the areas of rhythm & blues, hip hop, and popular music. The show ran had 13 episodes from during 1998-1999. The show was hosted by Robert Townsend and Montel Jordan. The format featured several dancers to open and close the show and backup artists. The show included some comedy sketches between artist appearances. Ricky Minor was music and house band director. Motown Live Dancers included Lisa Joann Thompson, Faune Chambers, Carmit Bachar, Vergi Rodriguez, Kevin Stea, Havic Gregory, Dante Henderson, Vanessa Tarazona, Kim Cottom, Nadine Ellis, Donyelle Artiz, Carolina Lancaster, Sharon Ferguson, and Donielle Artese. The show had 13 episodes from 1998 to 1998. The show was in syndication until 2000 and was distributed by Universal Worldwide Television.
Creator
Tzvi Small
Network
FOX
Episodes
Episodes
Episode 1
Wyclef Jean; the Temptations; Earth, Wind & Fire; Next; host Robert Townsend.
Episode 2
Chaka Khan; Monica; Gloria Gaynor; Mary J. Blige.
Episode 3
Shaquille O'Neal; George Clinton and the P-Funk All Stars; Busta Rhymes & Flip Mode Squad; Nicole with Missy Elliott.
Episode 4
Bryan Adams; Brian McKnight; Des'ree; John Fogerty.
Episode 5
Destiny's Child; the O'Jays; K-Ci and Jojo; Gerald Levert.
Episode 6
CeCe Winans; Al Green; Kirk Franklin and the Nu Nation; Yolanda Adams.
Episode 7
Brandy; Tatyana Ali; Ashford & Simpson; Johnny Gill.
Episode 8
Faith Evans; 112; Sugarhill Gang; Bizzy Bone; Kurupt; Mack 10; Link.
Episode 9
Christmas songs; the Temptations, Monica, Dru Hill, Mary J. Blige, Brian McKnight, CeCe Winans, Hanson, Patti LaBelle, Montell Jordan and Shae Jones.
Episode 10
Cast of "Working"; New York fashion; country look in the city; shirts; perfume; Ford model.
Episode 11
Patti LaBelle; Regina Belle; Gerald Levert; TQ.
Episode 12
Divine; Tyrese; Monifah; Hanson.
Cast
Details
Original Title
Motown Live
Status
Returning Series
Seasons
1
Episodes
12