Squeeze with Syd Straw and Elliot Easton

Season 1, Episode 1, Aired
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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 Glenn Tilbrook and Chris Difford of Squeeze performing a rendition of their classic hit "Pulling Mussels From The Shell," as well as a song from their new album Frank, "She Doesn't Have To Shave." The show is hosted by singer/songwriter Jules Shear. (The first episode of the season is an encore presentation of the pilot which aired November 26, 1989.)''''They performed at the National Video Center in NYC.''''Set List:''01. Pulling Mussels from a Shell''02. She Doesn't Have to Shave''03. If We Never Meet Again''04. Messed Around''05. Almost''06. Magic''07. I'm a Believer [all except Bonebrake]moreless
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      • Jules Shear was host for this episode, but he also performed several vocal and guitar performances. He did such a great job in here, so MTV made him host for the entire season. Edit

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