"How good are they LIVE?" in the last 12 months on 100 (as of 9/15/25)
91
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Based on
30
critic concert reviews
Real Live Certified
Artists are "Real Live Certified" if their live shows have broad critical acclaim
Critics Consensus
Sam Fender is 'Real Live Certified' and is in the top 1% of all live performers. Based on 103 concert reviews, the critics consensus is that Sam Fender is rated as an outstanding live performer, with spectacular shows that are worth seeing. Sam Fender concert reviews describe live shows and performances as euphoric, intense, exciting, emotional, poignant, unforgettable, and playful.
How long are their concerts?
How long are Sam Fender concerts? Sam Fender concerts usually last from 45 minutes to up to an hour and a half.
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On tour
The Park at Harlinsdale Farm, Franklin, TN, United States, (September 27); Place Bell, Laval, Canada, (October 1); Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne, Australia, (November 14); Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne, Australia, (November 15); Riverstage, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, (November 19); The Showring at the Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park, Sydney, Australia, (November 21);
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, England, United Kingdom (4/25/1996)
Bio
Sam Fender (born Samuel Thomas Fender on 25 April 1994) is an English singer-songwriter who was named one of the BBC's Sound of 2018 alongside other emerging artists including Sigrid, Lewis Capaldi, and Khalid. His single "Play God" was featured in the FIFA 19 video game.
Has Performed With
The Killers
Artist Website
Critic Concert Reviews
Hot Press Magazine (Ireland)
August 31, 2025
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Sam Fender kicks things into high gear on the Electric Picnic main stage
The Newcastle native has said he will take a break from performing to rest his voice – when he returns, he'll have hordes of fans ready to shout his songs back at him
