VH1 Storytellers

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  • 2005
  • 12 Seasons
  • 7.9  (165)

VH1 Storytellers is a television program that debuted on VH1 in 1996. The show features artists performing their music in front of a small, live audience and telling the stories behind their songs. The show has had numerous successful seasons and has featured some of the biggest names in music.

The 1996 episode of VH1 Storytellers featured David Weier, Stevie Nicks, and Sheryl Crow. David Weier is an American jazz saxophonist, Stevie Nicks is a legendary singer-songwriter, and Sheryl Crow is an American singer-songwriter and musician. The episode was filmed in a small, intimate setting to create an atmosphere that made the artists feel comfortable to share their stories.

David Weier kicked off the episode with a performance of his jazz hit "Somewhere." He then shared the story behind the song, highlighting how it was inspired by a trip to Japan where he felt like he was "somewhere" different. He was accompanied by his band, who added a nice touch to the song with their instruments.

Next up was Stevie Nicks, who performed "Landslide," one of her biggest hits. She told the audience the story behind the song, sharing how it was written when her father was diagnosed with cancer, and how she realized soon after that she was growing up too. Her performance was intimate and moving, and the audience was captivated by her story.

Sheryl Crow was the final performer of the episode, and she sang "All I Wanna Do," another one of her most popular songs. She then shared the story behind the song, talking about how it was inspired by a poem she had read and how she had never intended it to be a hit. Her performance was energetic and fun, and the audience was thoroughly entertained.

Throughout the episode, the artists engaged with the audience and took questions from them. They shared stories about their careers, their struggles, and their successes. The show provided an intimate look into the lives of these talented artists and allowed viewers to connect with them on a more personal level.

Overall, the 1996 episode of VH1 Storytellers featuring David Weier, Stevie Nicks, and Sheryl Crow was a resounding success. The performances were moving, the stories were engaging, and the audience was enthralled. The show's format of having artists share their stories gave viewers a new perspective on the music that they loved, and it helped to deepen their appreciation for the artists themselves.

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13. P!nk
November 13, 2012
Live performance by Pink.
Alicia Keys
12. Alicia Keys
November 12, 2012
Live performance by Alicia Keys.
Taylor Swift
11. Taylor Swift
November 11, 2012
Live performance by Taylor Swift.
Grace Potter & the Nocturnals
10. Grace Potter & the Nocturnals
June 15, 2012
Live performance by Grace Potter & the Nocturnals.
Norah Jones
9. Norah Jones
June 8, 2012
Live performance by Norah Jones.
Jason Mraz
8. Jason Mraz
June 1, 2012
Live performance by Jason Mraz.
Jill Scott
7. Jill Scott
May 21, 2012
Live performance by Jill Scott.
Maxwell
6. Maxwell
June 17, 2011
Live performance by Maxwell.
Ray LaMontagne
5. Ray LaMontagne
June 10, 2011
Live performance by Ray LaMontagne.
My Morning Jacket
4. My Morning Jacket
June 3, 2011
My Morning Jacket shares personal stories and sings some of their favorite songs to a small audience in New York, NY.
Death Cab For Cutie
3. Death Cab For Cutie
May 27, 2011
Death Cab for Cutie opens up and shares their personal stories and sings some of their favorite songs to a small audience in Culver City, CA.
Cee Lo Green
2. Cee Lo Green
May 20, 2011
Grammy winner Cee Lo Green gave the crowd a performance they'll never forget in Culver City, CA during the taping for Storytellers. Cee Lo performed a selection of 10 songs in front of a very intimate 150-member audience including "Crazy" and "She Knows" dedicating it to his mother who passed away when he was a teenager. Cee Lo also performed "Forget You" and "Bright Lights Bigger City."
Kings of Leon
1. Kings of Leon
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Kings of Leon perform some of their most popular songs and reveal one element of the background of their songs - the "church."
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  • Premiere Date
    April 2, 2005
  • IMDB Rating
    7.9  (165)
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