"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 72 concert reviews, the critics consensus is that The Waterboys is rated as an impressive live performer, with many notable strengths. The Waterboys concert reviews describe live shows and performances as energetic, powerful, polished, grandiose, anthemic, electrifying, and exhilarating.
How long are their concerts?
How long are The Waterboys concerts? The Waterboys concerts usually last from 45 minutes to up to an hour and a half.
How much to book?
How much does it cost to book The Waterboys? To hire for a live performance or concert, the booking fees for The Waterboys range from $35,000 - $50,000, with The Waterboys's current estimated booking fee to be around $35,000.
On tour
Rock City, Nottingham, United Kingdom (May 7); 3 Arena, Dublin, Ireland (June 7); Barrowland Ballroom, Glasgow, United Kingdom (June 14); de Bijloke, Gent, Belgium (July 4); Historical Bijloke site, Gent, Belgium (July 5)
The Waterboys is a British celtic band formed in 1983 by Scottish musician Mike Scott. Their songs, largely written by Scott, often contain literary references and are frequently concerned with spirituality.
An all around fun and exhilarating experience, the show delivered an electrifying evening, clearly proving The Waterboys to be a magnificent band that has impressively survived the test of time and continues to triumph.