"Rising Star" is a reality television singing competition which aired on ABC and premiered on June 22, 2014. It features aspiring singers competing for a winning title. The program format combines the internet, smartphones, and television, and is filmed live in Los Angeles. Kesha was a judge for the first and only season, alongside Ludacris and Brad Paisley. The show was hosted by Josh Groban, and Jesse Kinch was declared the winner of the first and only season.
Season 1:
| # | Episode Name | Date Aired |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Episode 1 | June 22, 2014 |
| 2 | Episode 2 | June 29, 2014 |
| 3 | Episode 3 | July 6, 2014 |
| 4 | Episode 4 | July 13, 2014 |