Arkells live in concert.
ON TOUR

Arkells

67
critic concert reviews
rock

How good are they LIVE?

Live Rating  

79
%
Based on 
67
critic concert
reviews
Last 12 Months Rating  
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Critics Consensus

Based on 67 concert reviews, the critics consensus is that Arkells is rated as an impressive live performer, with worthwhile shows overall. Arkells concert reviews describe live shows and performances as crowd-pleasing, pleasing, memorable, and defiant.

How long are their concerts?

How long are Arkells concerts? Arkells concerts usually last from one and a half hours to up to three and a half hours long.

How much to book?

How much does it cost to book Arkells? To hire for a live performance or concert, the booking fees for Arkells range from $35,000 - $300,000, with Arkells's current estimated booking fee to be around $150,000.

On tour

Scotiabank Centre, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada (October 18)

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Artist Info

Genre
rock
Origin
Hamilton, Canada (2006 - present)
Bio
The Arkells are a Canadian rock band, formed in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. In 2008, they signed with Dine Alone Records, home to other Canadian acts such as City and Colour, Bedouin Soundclash, Black Lungs and Cancer Bats.
Has Performed With
Sam Cash, Lord Huron, July Talk, Frank Turner, Haviah Mighty, Lights
Artist Website

Critic Concert Reviews

V13 (Canada)

November 20, 2024
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Canadian rock institution Arkells touched down at Vancouver’s Rogers Arena accompanied by K.Flay for a night of their best hits.

QRO Magazine

October 18, 2023
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Never let it be said that Arkells aren’t a band that fully understands the assignment!

Boston.com (USA)

October 4, 2023
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While the band frequently sells out arenas in their home country, their presence in America showcases a more intimate side.

Exclaim (Canada)

July 17, 2023
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Arkells' "Campfire Night" Was a Love Letter to Fans Base31, July 15

Live in Limbo (Canada)

November 29, 2022
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The Arkells are on a mission. On the surface, it looks like their aim is to put out so much positive energy that every single audience member is left buzzing. They want their music to get people up on their feet and dancing

Live in Limbo (Canada)

August 15, 2021
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Toronto's music scene officially re-opened with the help of the Arkells and their Long Weekend at Budweiser Stage. The 3-night event kicked off on Friday and was a fantastic way to celebrate COVID restrictions finally starting to lift in Ontario.

Exclaim (Canada)

October 27, 2019
80
%
Arkells / Mother Mother Halifax Pop Explosion, Halifax NS, October 26

Past critic reviews published in

Live in Limbo (Canada), Pass The Aux (USA), Diandra Reviews It All (USA), Exclaim (Canada), Exclaim (Canada) and more

Image Credit

Scott Penner [CC BY-SA 2.0] via Wikimedia Commons

Latest Release

Big Feelings (5 June 2024)