"How good are they LIVE?" in the last 12 months on 100 (as of 6/15/26)
83
%
Based on
17
critic concert reviews
Real Live Certified
Artists are "Real Live Certified" if their live shows have broad critical acclaim
Critics Consensus
Based on 212 concert reviews, the critics consensus is that Elbow is rated as an excellent live performer, with memorable shows that are worth seeing. Elbow concert reviews describe live shows and performances as joyous, energized, uplifting, glorious, anthemic, energetic, and effortless. Elbow is 'Real Live Certified' and is in the top 5% of all live performers.
How long are their concerts?
How long are Elbow concerts? Elbow concerts usually last from 45 minutes to up to two hours.
How much to book?
How much does it cost to book Elbow? To hire for a live performance or concert, the booking fees for Elbow range from $200,000 - $300,000, with Elbow's current estimated booking fee to be around $200,000.
Elbow is an alternative rock band that got started in Bury, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom in 1990. Formed when its members were in sixth-form college, the group consists of Guy Garvey (vocals, guitar), Mark Potter (guitar, vocals), Pete Turner (bass), Craig Potter (keyboards) and Richard Jupp (drums).
Has Performed With
Villagers, The Halle, Matt Corby, John Grant, Jimi Goodwin, Glasser, C Duncan, Bombay Bicycle Club
Artist Website
Critic Concert Reviews
musicOMH (UK)
March 25, 2026
90
%
Guy Garvey and co get Robert Smith’s series of Teenage Cancer Trust shows underway in heartwarming, cathartic fashion
Opening the night, accordionist Nihad Hrustanbegovic brought something genuinely different to the bill. A rare sight at these shows, his solo performance added a classical, atmospheric dimension before support act MRCY and headliners Elbow took the stage.
Manchester’s golden sons elbow came to The Wiltern on October 16 with their USA & Canada 2025 tour, and sold it out for the last night of the 16-show run.
