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Bands on the Run Season 1 Episodes

  • 2001-2001
  • 1 Season
  • VH1 Television
  • Music
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Bands on the Run is an American reality competition television series which first aired on VH1 from April 2 to July 15, 2001. The show featured four unsigned bands competing for a prize package which included $50,000 in cash, $100,000 in musical equipment from Guitar Center, a showcase in front of recording executives, and a fully produced music video to be aired on VH1.

Season 1 Episode Guide

Season 1

16 Episodes 2001 - 2001

Episode 1

San Francisco

Mon, Apr 2, 2001

Bands compete on a tour across the USA for cash, musical gear, and a chance to sign to a major label. Whoever has the best ticket sales and sells the most merch wins.

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Episode 2

Chicago: Part 1

Mon, Apr 9, 2001

The Josh Dodes Band joins the other three bands in a cross-country competition.

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Episode 3

Chicago: Part 2

Mon, Apr 16, 2001

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Episode 4

Cleveland

Mon, Apr 23, 2001

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Episode 5

Pittsburgh

Mon, Apr 30, 2001

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Episode 6

Columbus: Part 1

Sun, May 6, 2001

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Episode 7

Columbus: Part 2

Sun, May 13, 2001

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Episode 8

Nashville

Sun, May 20, 2001

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Episode 9

Memphis

Sun, May 27, 2001

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Episode 10

New Orleans

Mon, Jan 26, 2026

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Episode 11

Atlanta: Part 1

Sun, Jun 10, 2001

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Episode 12

Atlanta: Part 2

Sun, Jun 17, 2001

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Episode 13

Tampa

Sun, Jun 24, 2001

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Episode 14

Miami: Part 1

Mon, Jan 26, 2026

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Episode 15

Miami: Part 2

Mon, Jan 26, 2026

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Episode 16

The Reunion Show

Tue, Jul 17, 2001

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