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By Joly Herman
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Plenty of product promo in lively Clarkson musical show.
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Songs and Stories with Kelly Clarkson
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What's the Story?
In STORIES AND SONGS WITH KELLY CLARKSON, various musicians spend time talking about the history of their music, their journeys, and their influences. Clarkson's band backs up the collaboration, as artists sing and play music together before an enthusiastic audience.
Is It Any Good?
Reminiscent of musical variety shows of the past, Clarkson opens the stage to live performances by well-known American artists. Unlike Cher's glamorous, staged numbers on her vintage namesake variety show, Kelly Clarkson sits with her guests, mic in hand, lending a harmony and a folksy word. Guests do drop names of former albums, production companies, and collaborators, and aren't shy about shouting out new projects.
Songs and Stories with Kelly Clarkson is best for fans of Clarkson and her guests, but is suitable for audiences of all ages. This show might even inspire viewers to gather around the piano for an in-home performance of some family favorites.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about communication in Songs and Stories with Kelly Clarkson. How is playing music and singing with others a form of communication? How do you feel when you join in song with others?
Some of the stories that the musicians on this show share have to do with challenges they faced in their lives. How do people muster the courage to share vulnerabilities with others?
When people play music together, everyone has a part to play. How do you figure out your role when you engage in teamwork?
TV Details
- Premiere date : August 19, 2025
- Cast : Kelly Clarkson , Kelly Clarkson , Nick Jonas , Joe Jonas , Lizzo , Kevin Jonas
- Network : NBC
- Genre : Variety Show
- Topics : Arts ( Concert , Hip-Hop , Music and Sing-Along ) , Family Stories ( Siblings )
- Character Strengths : Communication , Courage , Teamwork
- TV rating :
- Last updated : August 28, 2025
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