Busted

How good are they LIVE?

Live Rating

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Last 12 Months Rating

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Real Live Certified

Critics Consensus

Based on 53 concert reviews, the critics consensus is that Busted is rated as a remarkable live performer, with impressive shows that are worth watching. Busted concert reviews describe live shows and performances as infectious. Busted is 'Real Live Certified' and is in the top 10% of all live performers.

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On tour

First Direct Arena, Leeds, United Kingdom, (September 27); First Direct Arena, Leeds, United Kingdom, (September 28); The OVO Hydro, Glasgow, United Kingdom, (October 2); The OVO Hydro, Glasgow, United Kingdom, (October 3); M&S Bank Arena, Liverpool, United Kingdom, (October 7); Utilita Arena, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom, (October 10); Motorpoint Arena, Nottingham, United Kingdom, (October 14); AO Arena, Manchester, United Kingdom, (October 17); AO Arena, Manchester, United Kingdom, (October 18); AO Arena, Manchester, United Kingdom, (October 18); 3Arena, Dublin , Ireland, (October 26); O2 Arena, London, United Kingdom, (November 1); The OVO Hydro, Glasgow, United Kingdom, (November 3); Utilita Arena, Sheffield, United Kingdom, (November 6);

Artist Info

Genre

pop

Origin

(2001 - present)

Bio

Busted are a pop rock / power pop band originating from London, England that consisted of James Bourne, Matt Willis and Charlie Simpson. Though originally short-lived, the band's success has helped all three musicians develop successful solo careers.

Has Performed With

McFly, Wheatus

Artist Website

Critic Concert Reviews

GoldenPlec (Ireland)

October 28, 2025

Busted vs McFly at 3Arena, Dublin, Ireland

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Distorted Sound Magazine (UK)

October 17, 2025

Busted & McFly at Utilita Arena, Cardiff

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Leftlion (UK)

October 17, 2025

Busted vs McFly at Motorpoint Arena

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UK Music Reviews (UK)

October 16, 2025

A packed crowd stepped into the Motorpoint Arena on Wednesday night for the second of three Nottingham dates for Busted vs McFly, expecting nostalgia and entertainment and they were not disappointed as boy band fever hit.

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