"How good are they LIVE?" in the last 12 months on 100 (as of 1/30/26)
71
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Based on
8
critic concert reviews
Real Live Certified
Artists are "Real Live Certified" if their live shows have broad critical acclaim
Critics Consensus
Based on 104 concert reviews, the critics consensus is that Gwar is rated as an enjoyable live performer, with decent shows overall. Gwar concert reviews describe live shows and performances as energized, soothing, and charming.
How long are their concerts?
How long are Gwar concerts? Gwar 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 Gwar? To hire for a live performance or concert, the booking fees for Gwar range from $15,000 - $50,000, with Gwar's current estimated booking fee to be around $35,000.
On tour
Empire Live, Albany, NY, United States (March 21); Starland Ballroom, Sayerville, United States (March 26); The Pageant, University City, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States (April 1); Concord Music Hall, Chicago, IL, United States (April 2); First Avenue, Minneapolis, United States (April 7); Rialto Theatre, Tucson, United States (April 20); The Fillmore Charlotte, Charlotte NC, United States (April 29)
GWAR is a satirical thrash metal/punk band formed in 1985-1986 by a group of artists and musicians at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Virginia.
Has Performed With
Corrosion of Conformity, Amon Amarth
Artist Website
Critic Concert Reviews
Scenestr (Australia)
December 3, 2025
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Anyone who's ever survived a GWAR show knows you don't rock up in civvies. You rock up prepared for fluids of unknown origin and questionable legality.
GWAR recently returned to Empire Live as “The Stoned Age Tour” made its way to Albany, New York, for a post-Halloween show filled with blood, sweat, and various other fluids.
