"How good are they LIVE?" in the last 12 months on 100 (as of 4/12/24)
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Real Live Certified
Artists are Real Live Certified if their live shows have broad critical acclaim
Critic Consensus
Based on 45 concert reviews, the critic consensus is that Violent Femmes is rated as an enjoyable live performer, with some notable strengths. Violent Femmes concert reviews describe live shows and performances as stunning, haunting, accessible, avant-garde, defiant, intoxicating, and artful.
ON TOUR
The Cuthbert Ampitheatre, Eugene, OR, United States (May 3); Riverfront Live, Cincinnati, United States (May 17); Tom McCall Waterfront Park, Portland, OR, United States (July 27); Beak & Skiff Apple Orchards, Lafayette, NY, United States (August 17);
Milwaukee, United States (1980 - present) (1980 – present)
Bio
The Violent Femmes are an alternative rock band, formed in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States in 1980. The band originally consisted of Gordon Gano (vocals, guitar), Brian Ritchie (bass), and Victor DeLorenzo (drums), with Guy Hoffman replacing DeLorenzo following his departure starting in 1993 and up until his return in 2002.
Has Performed With
X, Flogging Molly
Critic Concert Reviews
Parklife DC (USA)
October 24, 2023
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The Violent Femmes celebrate the 40th anniversary of their debut at Rams Head Live! on Oct. 20, 2023.