"How good are they LIVE?" in the last 12 months on 100 (as of 1/30/26)
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Real Live Certified
Artists are "Real Live Certified" if their live shows have broad critical acclaim
Critics Consensus
Based on 9 concert reviews, the critics consensus is that Buckethead is rated as an enjoyable live performer, with decent shows overall. Buckethead concert reviews describe live shows and performances as mysterious.
How long are their concerts?
How long are Buckethead concerts? Buckethead concerts usually last two hours.
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On tour
Rialto Theatre, Tucson, United States (April 14); The Rave / Eagles Club, Milwaukee, United States (April 24); Delmar Hall, Saint Louis, MO, United States (April 29); Vogue Nightclub, Indianapolis, IN, United States (May 4); Empire Live, Albany, NY, United States (May 12); Patchogue Theater, Patchogue, NY, United States (May 19); Sony Hall, New York, NY, United States (May 22); Variety Playhouse, Atlanta, United States (May 31)
Brian Patrick Carroll (born May 13, 1969), known professionally as Buckethead, is an American guitarist and multi-instrumentalist who has worked within many genres of music. He has released 305 studio albums, four special releases, and one EP.
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Critic Concert Reviews
Riff Magazine (USA)
October 18, 2025
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Rock guitar icon Buckethead pays tribute to KISS’ Ace Frehley at the Warfield
A sold out show filled with guitar enthusiasts and Primus fans… Buckethead is literally a living legend, he’s been on hundreds of albums and has played with some of the greatest musicians of all time. It’s very interesting to see how one man with no band and playing with backing tracks can still sell a place
