"How good are they LIVE?" in the last 12 months on 100 (as of 3/8/25)
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Real Live Certified
Artists are "Real Live Certified" if their live shows have broad critical acclaim
Critics Consensus
Based on 128 concert reviews, the critics consensus is that Black Lips is rated as an enjoyable live performer, with some notable strengths. Black Lips concert reviews describe live shows and performances as cerebral, playful, psychedelic, frantic, rambunctious, charming, and expansive.
How long are their concerts?
How long are Black Lips concerts? Black Lips concerts usually last from 45 minutes to up to an hour and a half.
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On tour
Nationaal Park De Groote Peel, Asten-Heusden, Netherlands (September 5); Patronaat, Haarlem, Netherlands (September 5); De Zwerver, Leffinge, Belgium (September 12)
The Black Lips are a self-described "flower punk" band which formed in Atlanta, Georgia, United States in 2000. While still teenagers, they formed after guitarist Cole Alexander and bassist Jared Swilley left the Renegades, and guitarist Ben Eberbaugh left the Reruns.
Has Performed With
Vivian Girls, Straight Arrows, Ariel Pink
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Critic Concert Reviews
The Cosmic Clash (USA)
November 20, 2023
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Atlanta garage punks Black Lips rocked Parish with Gus Baldwin and Death Party
Renewed touring opportunities this year brought the Georgia-based quintet to TV Eye for a two-night engagement. Alexander, Swilley, pedal steel player and guitarist Jeff Clarke, saxophone player Zumi Rosow, and drummer Oakley Munson performed their new and old catalog of unpolished garage rock songs.
Flying toilet paper, a smoking amplifier and a dislocated limb make for a full-on show at Mono tonight with Black Lips, Sweaty Palms and Shredd all truly going for it
