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Titled “Ladies & Gentlemen … 50 Years of SNL Music”: A Documentary Journey

2024-12-19

A documentary dedicated to the music performances on “Saturday Night Live” is set to grace NBC. Directed by Oscar winner Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson and Emmy winner Oz Rodriguez, this three-hour special is set to premiere on January 27 at 8 p.m. on the network and will be available for streaming on Peacock the following day.

Uncover the Untold Stories of 50 Years of SNL Music

Section 1: The Significance of the Project

This latest project celebrating five decades of “SNL” aims to bring to light the untold stories behind the culture-defining, groundbreaking, and newsmaking musical performances, sketches, and cameos of the past 50 years. It delves deep into the archives, unearthing gems that have shaped the history of the show. As Questlove stated, while everyone knows the most famous “SNL” appearances, there is a vast world of hidden talent and moments waiting to be discovered.The doc will feature more than 50 interviews with a diverse range of artists, from Bad Bunny to Jack White. These interviews offer a unique perspective on the evolution of music on “SNL” and the impact it has had on the industry.

Section 2: The Artists Involved

Bad Bunny, DJ Breakout, Elvis Costello, Miley Cyrus, Billie Eilish, and Finneas are just some of the names that will be featured in the documentary. Each artist brings their own story and contribution to the world of “SNL” music. Dave Grohl, Debbie Harry & Chris Stein, Mick Jagger, Dua Lipa, Darryl DMC McDaniels, Tom Morello, Kacey Musgraves, Olivia Rodrigo, MC Sha-Rack, Paul Simon, Chris Stapleton, Justin Timberlake, Lee Ving, and Jack White also share their memories and experiences.The inclusion of “SNL” creator Lorne Michaels and the cast and creatives of present and past adds another layer of depth to the documentary. Fred Armisen, Conan O’Brien, Eli Brueggemann, Jane Curtin, Jimmy Fallon, Al Franken, Josiah Gluck, Bill Hader, Steve Higgins, Marci Klein, Melanie Malone, Tom Malone, Mary Ellen Matthews, Eddie Murphy, Ego Nwodim, Liz Patrick, Leon Pendarvis, Lenny Pickett, Joe Piscopo, Andy Samberg, Brian Siedlecki, Akiva Schaffer, Paul Shaffer, Sarah Sherman, Howard Shore, Robert Smigel, Jorma Taccone, Kenan Thompson, Maya Rudolph, Hal Willner, and Bowen Yang all play a crucial role in the making of this special.

Section 3: The Executive Producers and Production Team

“Ladies & Gentlemen … 50 Years of SNL Music” is executive produced by Michaels, Questlove, Zarah Zohlman, Erin David, Dave Sirulnick, Jon Kamen, Meredith Bennett, Alexander H. Browne, Shawn Gee, and Tariq Trotter. Rodriguez serves as the producer, and the special is produced by Two One Five Entertainment, RadicalMedia, and Broadway Video.This team of professionals has come together to bring this comprehensive look at the history of “SNL” music to life. Their expertise and passion ensure that the documentary will be a must-watch for fans of the show and music enthusiasts alike.Rounding out the “Saturday Night Live” 50th anniversary programming is a four-part docuseries titled “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night,” coming January 16, and a live primetime special on February 16. These additional offerings add to the celebration of 50 years of “SNL” and provide even more opportunities for fans to dive deep into the history of the show.