"How good are they LIVE?" in the last 12 months on 100 (as of 6/15/26)
77
%
Based on
5
critic concert reviews
Real Live Certified
Artists are "Real Live Certified" if their live shows have broad critical acclaim
Critics Consensus
Based on 58 concert reviews, the critics consensus is that Helmet is rated as an enjoyable live performer, with some notable strengths. Helmet concert reviews describe live shows and performances as cathartic, infectious, energetic, fierce, powerful, and charismatic.
How long are their concerts?
How long are Helmet concerts? Helmet concerts usually last from 45 minutes to up to two hours.
How much to book?
How much does it cost to book Helmet? To hire for a live performance or concert, the booking fees for Helmet range from $30,000 - $75,000, with Helmet's current estimated booking fee to be around $45,000.
On tour
The Eastern, Atlanta, United States (August 15); Piedmont Hall, Greensboro, United States (August 16); Royal Oak Music Theatre, Royal Oak, United States (August 22);Ramova Theatre, Chicago, IL, United States (September 2);Discovery Park, Sacramento, CA, United States (October 1)
Helmet are a rock band formed in New York City in 1989 by founding members Page Hamilton (guitar/vocals), Henry Bogdan (bass), Peter Mengede (guitar) and John Stanier (drums). They are known for their frequent use of drop d tuning.
Has Performed With
Pangaea, Local H
Artist Website
Critic Concert Reviews
The AU Review (Australia)
April 24, 2026
90
%
Helmet tear through The Gov on explosive Adelaide tour stop
As The Tivoli's doors open, bodies are filing in and before we know it's a packed Brisbane venue in no time. Bar's ticking over, punters staking out spots and a low hum of "yeah alright, a night of Helmet's brewing".
Helmet finally made it back to Aotearoa/New Zealand on a tour postponed from 2019 by you know what, to present an evening of thinking person’s heavy music aka hardcore, punk and metal.
Originally New Zealand was meant to be on the cards for 2020 until a certain pandemic got in the way so Helmet's 30th Anniversary Tour had to be canned.
