The Civil Wars live in concert.
ON TOUR

The Civil Wars

28
critic concert reviews
folk

How Good Are They LIVE?

Live Rating  

76
%
Based on 
28
critic concert
reviews
Last 12 Months Rating  
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Critic Consensus

Based on 28 concert reviews, the critic consensus is that The Civil Wars is rated as an entertaining live performer, with many notable strengths. The Civil Wars concert reviews describe live shows and performances as genuine, haunting, energetic, and spirited.

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Artist Info

Genre
folk
Origin
(2009 - 2014)
Bio
The Civil Wars were an American musical duo composed of singer-songwriters Joy Williams and John Paul White. After releasing a live-performance album and a four-song EP, their full-length album Barton Hollow was released in 2011.
Has Performed With

Critic Concert Reviews

The Arts Desk (UK)

November 3, 2012
60
%
The double Grammy-award winning Nashville-based duo seem genuinely appreciative of a rapturous reception and endearingly humble despite their considerable success.

GoldenPlec (Ireland)

October 31, 2012
%
Visually there’s the barefoot pianist who, when he switches to mandolin wanders the stage like a troubled troubadour.

The Guardian (UK)

October 31, 2012
80
%
On paper, the Civil Wars shouldn't work at all.

The AU Review (Australia)

October 14, 2012
%
Comprised of Joy Williams and John Paul White the duo are known for their spirited interplay beautiful harmonies and catchy melodies - all of which came through in droves during their 75 minute set.

Music-News.com (UK)

March 24, 2012
100
%
O2 Academy Bristol, Bristol on March 22, 2012

The Arts Desk (UK)

March 21, 2012
40
%
O2 Empire Shepherds Bush, London, UK

Consequence (USA)

March 21, 2012
%
Chicago, USA

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