The Best Music TV Shows on Hulu

What it's about: Two cousins, with different views on art versus commerce, on their way up through the Atlanta rap scene; Earnest 'Earn' Marks, an ambitious college dropout and his estranged cousin, who suddenly becomes a star.

Where to Watch: 21 episodes (100%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Hulu). 2 episodes (10%) are available to stream on a popular TV everywhere service (FX & FOX). 21 episodes (100%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 8 services (iTunes, Google Play & 6 others).

What it's about: In 2071, roughly fifty years after an accident with a hyperspace gateway made the Earth almost uninhabitable, humanity has colonized most of the rocky planets and moons of the Solar System. Amid a rising crime rate, the Inter Solar System Police (ISSP) set up a legalized contract system, in which registered bounty hunters (also referred to as "Cowboys") chase criminals and bring them in alive in return for a reward.

Where to Watch: 26 episodes (96%) are available to watch free online (Adult Swim, Crunchyroll, Tubi TV & 1 other). 26 episodes (96%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Hulu). 26 episodes (96%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 5 services (iTunes, Google Play & 3 others).

What it's about: Mugen is a ferocious, animalistic warrior with a fighting style inspired by break-dancing. Jin is a ronin samurai who wanders the countryside alone. They may not be friends, but their paths continually cross. And when ditzy waitress Fuu gets them out of hot water with the local magistrate, they agree to join her search for the "samurai who smells of sunflowers."

Where to Watch: 26 episodes (100%) are available to watch free online (Sony Crackle, Tubi TV & Yahoo View). 26 episodes (100%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Hulu). 26 episodes (100%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 4 services (iTunes, Google Play & 2 others).

What it's about: A powerful family drama about the head of a music empire whose three sons and ex-wife all battle for his throne.

Where to Watch: 14 episodes (17%) are available to watch free online (FOX & Yahoo View). 84 episodes (100%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Hulu). 29 episodes (35%) are available to stream on a TV everywhere service (FOX). 84 episodes (100%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 8 services (iTunes, Google Play & 6 others).

What it's about: Rayna Jaymes and Juliette Barnes face personal and professional challenges as they navigate their paths as artists and individuals. Surrounding them, and often complicating their lives, are their family, friends and, in some cases, lovers, as well as the up-and-coming performers and songwriters trying to get ahead in the business. In Nashville, musicians and songwriters are at the heart of the storm driven by their own ambitions. Some are fueled by their creativity and passion for fame. Others struggle to cope with the pressures of success and are doing everything in their power to stay on top.

Where to Watch: 5 episodes (4%) are available to watch free online (Yahoo View). 124 episodes (100%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Hulu). 16 episodes (13%) are available to stream on a TV everywhere service (CMT). 124 episodes (100%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 8 services (iTunes, Google Play & 6 others).

What it's about: A 12-year old boy named Naota one day meets a strange woman, riding a Vespa and wielding a big guitar. As soon as she appears, mysterious things start happening.

Where to Watch: 16 episodes (84%) are available to watch free online (Adult Swim & Yahoo View). 6 episodes (32%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Hulu). 2 episodes (11%) are available to stream on a TV everywhere service (Adult Swim). 6 episodes (32%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 3 services (iTunes, Google Play & Prime Video).

What it's about: Metalocalypse is an American animated television series, created by Brendon Small and Tommy Blacha, which premiered on August 6, 2006 on Adult Swim. The television program centers around the larger than life death metal band Dethklok, and often portrays dark and macabre content, including such subjects as violence, death, and the drawbacks of fame, with extremely hyperbolic black humor; which accounts for the cartoon's consistent TV-MA rating. The show can be seen as both a parody and celebration of heavy metal culture.The music, written by guitarist/creator Brendon Small, is credited to the band, and is featured in most of the episodes. The animation is often carefully synced to the music, with the chord positions and fingering of the guitar parts shown in some detail.One of the trademarks of the show is having the usual "bleeps" for extreme profanity replaced by pinch harmonics.

Where to Watch: 60 episodes (95%) are available to watch free online (Adult Swim). 1 episodes (2%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Hulu). 62 episodes (98%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 4 services (iTunes, Google Play & 2 others).

What it's about: Star is a tough-as-nails young woman who came up in the foster care system and decides one day to take control of her destiny. She tracks down her sister, Simone, and her Instagram bestie, Alexandra, and together, the trio journeys to Atlanta with the hope of becoming music superstars.

Where to Watch: 11 episodes (23%) are available to watch free online (FOX & Yahoo View). 48 episodes (100%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Hulu). 29 episodes (60%) are available to stream on a TV everywhere service (FOX). 48 episodes (100%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 5 services (iTunes, Google Play & 3 others).

What it's about: Kousei Arima was a genius pianist until his mother's sudden death took away his ability to play. Each day was dull for Kousei. But, then he meets a violinist named Kaori Miyazono who has an eccentric playing style. Can the heartfelt sounds of the girl's violin lead the boy to play the piano again?

Where to Watch: 22 episodes (100%) are available to watch free online (Crunchyroll). 22 episodes (100%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Netflix & Hulu).

What it's about: The strongest vocalists from across the United states compete in a blockbusters vocal competition, the winner becomes “The Voice.” The show's innovative format features four stages of competition: the blind auditions, the battle rounds, the knockouts and, finally, the live performance shows.

Where to Watch: 5 episodes (1%) are available to watch free online (NBC & Yahoo View). 20 episodes (6%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Hulu). 17 episodes (5%) are available to stream on a TV everywhere service (NBC).

What it's about: A noir thriller with diverse individuals whose worlds become interwoven after the murder of drug baron Harvey Wratten.From the cop with a bullet in his brain, whose amnesia leaves him doubtful of his own moral compass; to the drug-lord driven by a profound personal tragedy, risking it all on one last deal; to the brilliantly lethal puppet-master who gradually emerges from the shadows to bring the story to its shocking climax The Shadow Line explores the morality of these characters as they negotiate the repercussions of Wratten's death and attempt to navigate the fine line between right and wrong.As the thread around Wratten's operation begins to unravel, the web of intrigue becomes more complex and the question of which side of the line they stand on becomes increasingly blurred. An intelligent and gripping conspiracy thriller that delves to the heart of human morality, The Shadow Line will have audiences enthralled over six taut and thrilling episodes. Faced with similar dilemmas, on which side of the line would you stand?

Where to Watch: 7 episodes (88%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Hulu). 8 episodes (100%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 4 services (iTunes, Google Play & 2 others).

What it's about: Each year, hopeful singers from all over the country audition to be part of one of the biggest shows in American television history. Who will become the new American Idol?

Where to Watch: 35 episodes (6%) are available to watch free online (ABC & Yahoo View). 36 episodes (6%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Hulu). 2 episodes (0%) are available to stream on a TV everywhere service (ABC).

What it's about: Four teenage friends move from Minneapolis to Los Angeles to form a potential chart-topping boy band after Kendall is inadvertently discovered by an eccentric record executive, Gustavo Rocque. As they seize this opportunity of a lifetime, these friends embark on an exciting comedy and music-filled journey to prove to themselves and their record label that they are serious about their new career choice.

Where to Watch: 2 episodes (3%) are available to watch free online (Nick). 72 episodes (96%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Prime Video & Hulu). 3 episodes (4%) are available to stream on a TV everywhere service (Nick). 72 episodes (96%) are available to rent or buy from $0.99 on 5 services (iTunes, Prime Video & 3 others).

What it's about: Rock n' Roll may never die, but the Sakuragoaka Girl's High School Light Music Club might not be here to stay unless would-be drummer Ritsu Tainaka can find three more members to replace the graduated seniors. Determined to see that the beat goes on, Ritsu can get a little help from her friend Mio Akiyama on bass, and together they might be able to convince choir-inclined Tsumugi Kotobuki to join on the keyboards. But even then, they'll still need a hero, preferably of the juke-box variety with stars in her eyes. Instead they find Yui Hirasawa, who's looking for a club to join and who's never held a guitar in her life. But when Yui does pick up a beat-up six-string, it feels good in her hands, and it doesn't take long to understand that maybe she's finally found a place where she belongs. Because you can't stop the music when four girls share a dream, even if it's something as crazy as someday playing at the famous Budokan. It's going to be a long and winding road, but if they find their passion and follow their muse, they could go anywhere in K-ON!

Where to Watch: 40 episodes (95%) are available to watch free online (Yahoo View). 40 episodes (95%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Hulu). 37 episodes (88%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 4 services (iTunes, Google Play & 2 others).

What it's about: A working class high school drama department and the students come alive under a passionate teacher and family man whose dedication to the program galvanizes the entire town.

Where to Watch: 10 episodes (100%) are available to watch free online (Yahoo View). 10 episodes (100%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Hulu). 10 episodes (100%) are available to stream on a TV everywhere service (NBC). 10 episodes (100%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 6 services (iTunes, Prime Video & 4 others).

What it's about: Kids on the Slope is a Japanese manga series by Yuki Kodama. An anime television series adaptation of the same name aired in 2012. It is directed by Shinichirō Watanabe at MAPPA and Tezuka Productions with music provided by acclaimed composer Yoko Kanno, reuniting the two who previously worked together on Macross Plus and Cowboy Bebop. The anime has been licensed in North America by Sentai Filmworks.

Where to Watch: 12 episodes (100%) are available to watch free online (Crunchyroll & Yahoo View). 12 episodes (100%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Hulu). 12 episodes (100%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 1 service (iTunes).

What it's about: A comedy about the unique relationship between a young songwriter, Ally Dawson, and Austin Moon, the overnight internet sensation who gains sudden notoriety after performing one of Ally's songs. Austin and Ally struggle with how to maintain and capitalize on Austin's newfound fame. Austin is more of a rebel type who doesn't follow the rules and is somewhat immature for his age, while Ally is conservative yet self-conscious.

Where to Watch: 87 episodes (100%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Hulu). 1 episodes (1%) are available to stream on a TV everywhere service (DisneyNOW). 87 episodes (100%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 4 services (iTunes, Google Play & 2 others).

What it's about: Singers battle it out to become a member of the next music sensation. Viewers at home vote for their five favorite band members. Winners get a spot in the band and a recording contract with Hollywood Records.

Where to Watch: 10 episodes (100%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Hulu).

What it's about: A group of rule-abiding prep school students – Zack, Lawrence, Freddy, Summer and Tomika – learn to take risks and reach new heights thanks to substitute teacher Dewey Finn, a down-on-his-luck musician who uses the language of rock ‘n’ roll to inspire his class to form a secret band. Throughout the school year, these middle-school classmates find themselves navigating relationships, discovering their unknown talents and learning lessons on loyalty and friendships.

Where to Watch: 4 episodes (9%) are available to watch free online (Nick). 45 episodes (98%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Hulu). 46 episodes (100%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 6 services (iTunes, Google Play & 4 others).

What it's about: Set in the future, Major Lazer is a Jamaican superhero who fights against the dystopian forces that have ruined society that are led by President Whitehall and General Rubbish. Major Lazer is assisted in his fight by President Whitehall's daughter Penny and hacker Blkmrkt.

Where to Watch: 11 episodes (100%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Hulu). 11 episodes (100%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 5 services (iTunes, Google Play & 3 others).

What it's about: Explore the art of music recording with a behind-the-scenes look at the birth of brand new sounds. Featuring more than 160 original interviews with some of the most celebrated recording artists of all time, Soundbreaking explores the nexus of cutting-edge technology and human artistry that has created the soundtrack of our lives.

Where to Watch: 8 episodes (100%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Hulu & AcornTV). 8 episodes (100%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 5 services (iTunes, Google Play & 3 others).

What it's about: Since the graduation of the senior members of the club, Takezou ends up being the sole member of the "Koto" (traditional Japanese string instrument) club. Now that the new school year has begun, Takezou will have to seek out new members into the club, or the club will become terminated. Out of nowhere, a new member barges into the near-abandoned club room, demanding to join the club. How will Takezou be able to keep his club alive and deal with this rascal of a new member?

Where to Watch: 7 episodes (100%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Hulu).

What it's about: Showtime at the Apollo is a syndicated music television show, first broadcast on September 12, 1987 to May 24, 2008 with 1093 episodes, and is produced by the Apollo Theater. The show features live performances from both professional and up-and-coming artists, and also features the Amateur Night competition made popular at the famous Apollo Theater in the Harlem neighborhood of Manhattan in New York City, where the show is recorded.While there is also a live version of the show every Wednesday, the taped version of the show for television usually airs on weekends.

Where to Watch: 5 episodes (12%) are available to watch free online (FOX & Yahoo View). 12 episodes (29%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Hulu). 12 episodes (29%) are available to stream on a TV everywhere service (FOX).