Protomartyr

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Critics Consensus

Based on 56 concert reviews, the critics consensus is that Protomartyr is rated as an impressive live performer, with many notable strengths. Protomartyr concert reviews describe live shows and performances as consistent and ferocious.

How long are their concerts?

How long are Protomartyr concerts? Protomartyr concerts usually last around 50 minutes.

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On tour

Poppodium 013, Tilburg, Netherlands (November 3); Vera, Groningen, Netherlands (November 4); Lido, Berlin, Germany (November 5); Gleis 22, Münster, Germany (November 6); Depart, Kortrijk, Belgium (November 7); Le Trabendo, Paris, France (November 8); Brudenell Social Club, Leeds, United Kingdom (November 10); Brudenell Social Club, Leeds, United Kingdom (November 11); Institute of Contemporary Arts (ICA), London, United Kingdom (November 12); Institute of Contemporary Arts (ICA), London, United Kingdom (November 13); Whelan's, Dublin, Ireland (November 14); Whelan's, Dublin, Ireland (November 15)

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Artist Info

Genre

rock

Origin

Detroit, United States (2008 - present)

Bio

Detroit post-punk quartet Protomartyr formed in 2010, slowly bubbling up out of a few bands in a tightly knit music scene.

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Critic Concert Reviews

Buzz Magazine (UK)

August 24, 2023

PROTOMARTYR ignites Cardiff with powerful fusion of post-punk excellence

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Leftlion (UK)

August 14, 2023

Protomartyr Live In Concert At The Rescue Rooms

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The Arts STL (USA)

July 15, 2023

Processed by the Boys: Protomartyr at Off Broadway, 06.24.23

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musicOMH (UK)

April 25, 2022

100

Protomartyr, who now hold the mantle of ‘Detroit's finest band' (a title once held by The Stooges, no less), have been one of the most consistent rock outfits of the past decade.

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musicOMH (UK)

May 11, 2018

100

The signs are pretty unmistakable, from the tightness and apparent speed of the songs played, through to the movements of the performers, who are often a little feral or subdued, with exhaustion or relief.

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Rockfreaks.net (Denmark)

May 1, 2018

Hotel Cecil, Copenhagen, Denmark

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Ambient Light (New Zealand)

April 1, 2018

It may have taken Protomartyr nearly ten years to make their way down to this side of the world, but for the fans who had managed to nab a ticket to the sold out show at Whammy on Wednesday night it was well worth the wait.

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