"How good are they LIVE?" in the last 12 months on 100 (as of 9/23/24)
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Real Live Certified
Artists are Real Live Certified if their live shows have broad critical acclaim
Critic Consensus
Based on 52 concert reviews, the critic consensus is that The B-52's is rated as an impressive live performer, with many notable strengths. The B-52's concert reviews describe live shows and performances as lively, psychedelic, joyful, exhilarating, raucous, eccentric, and nostalgic.
ON TOUR
The Anthem, Washington, DC, United States (October 31); Riviera Theatre, Chicago, IL, United States (November 2); Akins Ford Arena, Athens, United States (December 14)
The B-52's are an American rock band that formed in 1976 in Athens, Georgia, United States. A major part of the new wave scene, the band started out as Fred Schneider (vocals), Kate Pierson (vocals, organ), Cindy Wilson (vocals, bongos), Ricky Wilson (guitar), and Keith Strickland (drums).
Has Performed With
Simple Minds
Critic Concert Reviews
Rolling Stone (USA)
September 18, 2024
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‘Jimmy Carter 100’ Concert Unites the B-52’s, Drive-By Truckers, India Arie in Atlanta
Wednesday’s strong, late-summer storm forced the venue to cancel season’s penultimate show before the headliners could take the stage for their 40th anniversary tour appearance.
New wave and punk legends The B-52's are touring the UK for the first time since 2013 and they stopped off at the Royal Concert Hall to celebrate over forty years of delivering their infectious dance grooves and unmistakable vocals.