Plot Synopsis

BEHIND THE MUSIC returned with brand-new episodes -- plus a selection of the best of the original series vault remastered and updated with new one-on-one artist interviews. Featured musicians include: Ricky Martin (Jul 29); LL Cool J (Jul 29); Huey Lewis (Aug 5); Busta Rhymes (Aug 12); Duran Duran (Aug 19); Bret Michaels (Aug 26); New Kids on the Block (Sep 2); Fat Joe (Sep 9); and Jennifer Lopez and other superstars to be named later for the second half of the show's first season. BEHIND THE MUSIC premieres with two episodes on Thursday, July 29, 2021 and subsequent episodes drop weekly on Thursdays on Paramount+ through September 9.

On Tuesday, November 29, 2022, Paramount+ released an additional batch of BEHIND THE MUSIC episodes, featuring new episodes for Jennifer Lopez, Boy George, Jason Aldean and Remy Ma. Additionally, seven remastered episodes spotlighting iconic artists Boyz II Men, Christina Aguilera, Gloria Estefan, Hootie & the Blowfish, Motley Crue, P!nk and TLC drop the same day.
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This BEHIND THE MUSIC reboot returned for its second season on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 on Paramount+, which released nine new episodes. The new episodes profile Bell Biv DeVoe, Trace Adkins and Wolfgang Van Halen and remastered episodes feature 50 Cent, Bobby Brown, Ice-T, Milli Vanilli, The Notorious B.I.G. and Sinead O'Connor. Details about the three new installments:

- When New Edition dissolved in the late '80s, Ronnie DeVoe, Ricky Bell and Michael Bivins were counted out by critics and record execs. However, they defied expectations and became a multi-platinum group with their album Poison. The trio created some of the greatest party anthems of the 1990s, but infighting, financial pitfalls, addiction and mental health struggles almost led to the group's demise. Four decades later, Bell Biv DeVoe still is performing for multiple generations of adoring global fans.

- Trace Adkins' career is a country music song in itself. Despite a near-fatal shooting, Adkins worked his way to the top of the country music charts with his platinum-selling debut album Dreamin' Out Loud. But a sophomore slump and a struggle with alcoholism nearly destroyed his career as soon as it took off. With help from family, musicians and mentors alike, Trace pushed forward with even more hits, a flourishing acting career and a new lease on life.

- Wolfgang Van Halen reveals his story that's wrought with trauma, perseverance and immense talent. Born to guitar god Eddie Van Halen and actress Valerie Bertinelli, Wolfgang instantly became bound to music. As he developed his own sound, Wolfgang turned to his solo project, Mammoth WVH, before tragedy struck. Eddie's death rocked his son's world, but Wolfgang solidified his music career with a sound all of his own while continuing to honor his father's legacy.