Big Time Rush Timeline ( Real )

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November 28, 2009

Big Time Rush TV Series Premiere

The television series Big Time Rush premieres on Nickelodeon, introducing the fictional boy band and storyline.

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2010

Debut of Big Time Rush Band

Big Time Rush transitions from a fictional band on the show to a real-life musical group, beginning actual music recording and live performances.

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October 11, 2010

Release of First Big Time Rush Album 'BTR'

The band releases their debut studio album 'BTR' which earns commercial success and helps cement their popularity.

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March 10, 2012

Nickelodeon Big Time Movie Premiere

Big Time Rush ventures into film with the premiere of the 'Big Time Movie' on Nickelodeon, featuring the band in an extended storyline.

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November 21, 2011

Release of Second Big Time Rush Album 'Elevate'

The band releases their second album 'Elevate,' continuing their music career alongside the TV series.

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July 25, 2013

Big Time Rush TV Series Ended

Nickelodeon officially ends the Big Time Rush TV series after four seasons.

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2014

Big Time Rush Final Tour Announcement

The band announces their final tour before taking a hiatus, marking the end of their initial run.

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2019

Big Time Rush Announces Reunion

After several years of hiatus, Big Time Rush announces their reunion and plans for new music and performances.

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August 14, 2020

Big Time Rush Releases New Single 'Call It Like I See It'

Big Time Rush releases a new single, marking their return to music after years apart.

Big Time Rush Timeline ( Fictional )

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Early 2000s

Formation of Big Time Rush

Four friends from Minnesota—Kendall, Carlos, James, and Logan—are chosen to form a boy band and move to Los Angeles.

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Shortly after formation

Meeting Gustavo Rocque

The boys meet their music producer Gustavo Rocque, who signs them and starts shaping their band.

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Weeks after meeting Gustavo

First Recording Session

Big Time Rush records their first song together under Gustavo's supervision.

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Within first few months in LA

First TV Appearance

The band makes their debut TV appearance promoting their first single.

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Shortly after first TV appearance

Spending the Night at the Record Label

The guys spend a night at the record label working through challenges and bonding as a band.

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Midway through their rise to fame

Big Time Beach Party

The band throws a big beach party to celebrate their growing success.

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After several months of band activity

Kendall Breaks His Hand

During rehearsal, Kendall injures his hand, complicating their upcoming performances.

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Between early and mid seasons

Grandfather's Arrival

Kendall's grandfather arrives in Los Angeles, adding family dynamics to the story.

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Mid series timeline

Big Time Concert

Big Time Rush performs their first major concert, attracting a large audience.

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Mid series

Rival Band Conflict

They face a rival band threatening their success, leading to friendly competition.

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Later mid series

The Big Time Breakup Threat

Tensions rise and the band briefly considers splitting up before resolving their differences.

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Toward the series end

Final Group Interview

The boys participate in a final group interview marking an important point in their career.

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Late series timeline

Signing New Record Deal

Big Time Rush signs a new record deal, securing their future in the music industry.

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Series finale timeframe

Farewell Tour

The band embarks on a farewell tour to thank their fans and conclude their journey.