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Series · 2005 – 2012

VH1 Storytellers

★9.0 2005 – 2012 12 Seasons TV-MA

The greatest singers and songwriters play their music and tell the stories behind their greatest songs on this acclaimed VH1 music performance series. Each one-hour episode takes viewers behind the scenes with a single artist or group featuring intimate musical performances and the first-hand stories behind the performer's hits and sentimental favorites.

Seasons & episodes

12 seasons · 133 episodes

Green Day: American Idiot Uncut

Episode 01

Green Day: American Idiot Uncut

Apr 2, 2005 · 60 min

No description available.

Dave Matthews Band

Episode 02

Dave Matthews Band

May 9, 2005 · 60 min

No description available.

Bruce Springsteen

Episode 03

Bruce Springsteen

Jun 9, 2005 · 60 min

No description available.

Coldplay

Episode 04

Coldplay

Jul 9, 2005 · 60 min

No description available.

Jackson Browne

Episode 05

Jackson Browne

Apr 18, 2006 · 60 min

No description available.

Elvis Costello

Episode 06

Elvis Costello

May 29, 2006 · 60 min

No description available.

Sting

Episode 07

Sting

Jul 15, 2006 · 60 min

Sting performs his hits "Fields of Gold" and "Let Your Soul Be Your Guides", as well as Police classics "King of Pain", "Roxanne", and much more.

The Black Crowes

Episode 08

The Black Crowes

Aug 27, 2006 · 60 min

No description available.

Melissa Etheridge

Episode 09

Melissa Etheridge

Sep 13, 2006 · 60 min

No description available.

Lyle Lovett

Episode 10

Lyle Lovett

Oct 21, 2006 · 60 min

No description available.

Garth Brooks

Episode 11

Garth Brooks

Oct 20, 2006 · 60 min

No description available.

Bee Gees

Episode 12

Bee Gees

Nov 25, 2006 · 60 min

No description available.

John Fogerty

Episode 13

John Fogerty

Jun 6, 1997 · 60 min

No description available.

Tom Waits

Episode 34

Tom Waits

Jan 4, 1999 · 60 min

No description available.

The Pretenders

Episode 43

The Pretenders

Jan 2, 2002 · 60 min

The Pretenders, led by Chrissie Hynde, first hit the charts in 1979 and have since become one of rock's most important bands.

Alanis Morissette

Episode 44

Alanis Morissette

Jun 20, 2002 · 60 min

Alanis performs "Hand in My Pocket", "You Learn", "Thank You", "Unsent", "You Oughta Know", " That I Would Be Good" and "Still."

Def Leppard

Episode 45

Def Leppard

— · 60 min

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David Bowie

Episode 46

David Bowie

Jun 6, 2002 · 60 min

Performances include: "Life On Mars", "Thursday's Child", "Can't Stop Thinking About Me", "Seven", "China Girl", "Rebel Rebel", "Word On A Wing", and "Drive In Saturday".

Lenny Kravitz

Episode 47

Lenny Kravitz

— · 60 min

No description available.

Wyclef Jean

Episode 48

Wyclef Jean

— · 60 min

No description available.

Eurythmics

Episode 49

Eurythmics

— · 60 min

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CSNY

Episode 50

CSNY

— · 60 min

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Steely Dan

Episode 51

Steely Dan

— · 60 min

Steely Dan’s Donald Fagen and Walter Becker deliver stripped‑down performances and share sharp, funny insights into the stories, inspirations, and studio quirks behind their most iconic songs. An intimate look at the craft, humor, and precision that shaped their unmistakable sound.

Don Henley

Episode 52

Don Henley

— · 60 min

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Pete Townshend

Episode 53

Pete Townshend

— · 60 min

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The Best of Storytellers

Episode 54

The Best of Storytellers

— · 60 min

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Stone Temple Pilots

Episode 55

Stone Temple Pilots

— · 60 min

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Bon Jovi

Episode 56

Bon Jovi

— · 60 min

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No Doubt

Episode 57

No Doubt

— · 60 min

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Duran Duran

Episode 58

Duran Duran

— · 60 min

No description available.

Smashing Pumpkins

Episode 59

Smashing Pumpkins

— · 60 min

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The Doors

Episode 60

The Doors

— · 60 min

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Matchbox 20

Episode 61

Matchbox 20

Jun 1, 2001 · 60 min

Rob Thomas brings his group Matchbox 20 to the Storyteller stage, saying that they have always wanted to do the show. Taking the opportunity to add strings and horns, Rob discusses the beginnings of the band, and the thoughts behind some of their songs, including "Push" and "If You're Gone".

Billy Idol

Episode 62

Billy Idol

— · 60 min

VH1 Storytellers is a semi-acoustic live album by the English rock singer Billy Idol, recorded at the VH1 Storytellers in 2001 and released in 2002. It was re-released in 2008 as part of the Sight & Sound series which also includes a DVD of the performance, while the CD features a different order of the songs and adds the bonus track "Untouchables".

Travis

Episode 63

Travis

— · 60 min

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ELO

Episode 64

ELO

— · 60 min

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Train/Fuel

Episode 65

Train/Fuel

— · 60 min

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Goo Goo Dolls

Episode 66

Goo Goo Dolls

— · 60 min

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Robert Plant

Episode 67

Robert Plant

— · 60 min

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Green Day

Episode 68

Green Day

— · 60 min

No description available.

Bruce Springsteen

Episode 69

Bruce Springsteen

Apr 23, 2005 · 60 min

Bruce Springsteen performs and discusses his songs in an acoustic concert at Two River Theatre in Red Bank, N.J. Taped in April 2005. The selections include “Blinded by the Light,” “Brilliant Disguise,” “The Rising,” “Devils & Dust,” “Jesus Was an Only Son” and “Thunder Road.”

Coldplay

Episode 70

Coldplay

— · 60 min

No description available.

Dave Matthews Band

Episode 71

Dave Matthews Band

— · 60 min

No description available.

Pearl Jam

Episode 72

Pearl Jam

Jan 7, 2006 · 60 min

Recorded May 31 2006 at New York's Avalon. The band last played the venue formerly known as Limelight in 1992.

Dixie Chicks

Episode 73

Dixie Chicks

— · 60 min

Recorded live in September 2006 at the historic Los Angeles Theater, Dixie Chicks Storytellers was the grand finale in the whirlwind that surrounded the release of the band's 5x Grammy Award winning album Taking the Long Way. Fans are treated to personal anecdotes and inspiration around some of the band's biggest hits including "Not Ready to Make Nice," "Cowboy Take Me Away" and "Wide Open Spaces." Dixie Chicks Storytellers also features three never before seen performances from the original broadcast including "Lullaby," "Easy Silence" and "So Hard." The Dixie Chicks are witty, charming and sometimes irreverent, but above all, incredible musicians and songwriters. With over 25 million albums sold, Dixie Chicks are the biggest selling female band of all time in the U.S. Dixie Chicks are Natalie Maines, Martie Maguire and Emily Robison. Track Listing: 1.The Long Way Around 2.Truth No. 2 3.Silent House 4.Cowboy Take Me Away 5.Lullaby 6.Lubbock or Leave it 7.Not Ready to Make Nice 8.Easy Silence 9.So Hard 10.Wide Open Spaces 11.Sin Wagon

Jay-Z: Life of an American Gangster

Episode 74

Jay-Z: Life of an American Gangster

— · 60 min

No description available.

Mary J. Blige

Episode 75

Mary J. Blige

Feb 25, 2008 · 60 min

With more than 40 million records sold and eight Grammys, Mary J. Blige is considered one of the most successful R&B singers of our time. In 2008, the music channel VH1 honored the successful artist with an invitation to the highly acclaimed concert series “Storytellers”. With her then current Grammy-winning album “Growing Pains” and songs from her almost 20-year career in tow, the New York native took to the stage of the venerable Hammerstein Ballroom in NYC in February 2008. In front of an enthusiastic crowd of fans and the cameras of VH1, the successful singer and songwriter performed her best known songs and the story of how they came about, delivering a very intimate and personal concert that could only be created as part of “Storytellers”.

Snoop Dogg

Episode 76

Snoop Dogg

— · 60 min

No description available.

Kid Rock

Episode 77

Kid Rock

Nov 27, 2008 · 60 min

Kid Rock had the audience on their feet as he taped an episode of "VH1 Storytellers" The Factory in Franklin, Tennessee, just outside of Nashville. The one-hour episode will treat fans to a unique experience as Kid Rock performs songs off of his latest double platinum-selling album, Rock 'N Roll Jesus, in addition to past hits, backed by his Twisted Brown Trucker Band. Following in "Storytellers" format, viewers will gain unprecedented insight into Kid Rock's personal songwriting process as they get a unique opportunity to hear him share his inspiration and the stories behind such songs as "Batwitaba," "Devil," "So Hott," "All Summer Long," "Half Your Age" and "Amen."

Kanye West

Episode 78

Kanye West

Feb 28, 2009 · 60 min

The hip-hop superstar performs songs from his latest disc, 808s & Heartbreak, along with other classic Kanye hits.

ZZ Top

Episode 79

ZZ Top

Jun 27, 2009 · 60 min

No description available.

Foo Fighters

Episode 80

Foo Fighters

Nov 27, 2009 · 60 min

This episode of Storytellers features Foo Fighters performing a selection of some of their most popular songs. Following in the VH1 Storytellers format, Foo Fighters will answer questions from the audience and give viewers a unique opportunity to hear the inspiration behind their classics as well as some newer material.

John Mayer

Episode 81

John Mayer

Jan 28, 2009 · 60 min

The seven-time Grammy® Award-winning Mayer treated his fans to a rare and intimate performance, Thursday December 10th at Brooklyn's Steiner Studios. This exclusive performance features a showcase of his new album "Battle Studies" and gives fans a unique opportunity to learn more about the inspiration behind his music.

Christina Aguilera

Episode 82

Christina Aguilera

— · 60 min

No description available.

T.I.

Episode 83

T.I.

Dec 10, 2010 · 60 min

T.I. performs live from the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City as part of the VH1 Storytellers concert series.

Cee Lo Green

Episode 85

Cee Lo Green

May 20, 2011 · 60 min

Grammy winner Cee Lo Green gave the crowd a night they'll never forget at the April 19th taping of his "VH1 Storytellers" in Culver City, CA. During the taping, Cee Lo performed a selection of 10 songs in front of a very intimate 150-member audience. Starting the night off with "Crazy," Cee Lo told the audience, "I started this journey not for glory, not for fame, not for fortune, but... for fun!" From there Cee Lo was reunited on stage with Goodie Mob and surprised fans by announcing the group would be getting back together for a future album. After that, the night took a sentimental turn as Cee Lo sang for the first time "She Knows" dedicating it to his mother who passed away when he was a teenager. While tearing up, he told the crowd "I feel like I'm living out her dream, her want for me." The two-hour long taping of "VH1 Storytellers" also included crowd pleasers "Forget You" and "Bright Lights Bigger City" which Cee Lo said "is a song dedicated to regular people working for the weekend, living for Friday and Saturday night," both from his current album, "The Lady Killer."

About the series

VH1 Storytellers poster
Audience score
★ 9.0 /10

based on 4 votes

Synopsis

The greatest singers and songwriters play their music and tell the stories behind their greatest songs on this acclaimed VH1 music performance series. Each one-hour episode takes viewers behind the scenes with a single artist or group featuring intimate musical performances and the first-hand stories behind the performer's hits and sentimental favorites.

Where to watch VH1 Storytellers

VH1 Storytellers is available to stream on Flicksy via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The series has 12 seasons and 133 total episodes, rated 9.0/10 by 4 viewers.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does VH1 Storytellers have?

VH1 Storytellers has 12 seasons with 133 episodes in total.

Is VH1 Storytellers still on the air?

VH1 Storytellers has ended and is no longer in production.

What network airs VH1 Storytellers?

VH1 Storytellers airs on VH1.

When did VH1 Storytellers first air?

VH1 Storytellers first aired on April 2, 2005.

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