Hippo Campus

How good are they LIVE?

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Critics Consensus

Based on 41 concert reviews, the critics consensus is that Hippo Campus is rated as an entertaining live performer, with many notable strengths. Hippo Campus concert reviews describe live shows and performances as upbeat, groovy, and energetic.

How long are their concerts?

How long are Hippo Campus concerts? Hippo Campus concerts usually last around 45 minutes.

How much to book?

How much does it cost to book Hippo Campus? To hire for a live performance or concert, the booking fees for Hippo Campus range from $35,000 - $75,000, with Hippo Campus's current estimated booking fee to be around $50,000.

On tour

The Fox Theater, Oakland, CA, United States (May 7); The Showbox, Seattle, WA, United States (May 12); Vogue Theatre, Vancouver, BC, Canada (May 14); Brooklyn Bowl, Las Vegas, NV, United States (May 17); ACL Live at the Moody Theater, Austin, Texas, United States (May 21); KEMBA Live!, Columbus, Ohio, United States (May 27); Surly Brewing Festival Field, Minneapolis, MN, United States (May 31); Summerfest Grounds, Milwaukee, United States (July 5); Maine Savings Amphitheater, Bangor, United States (July 15)

Festivals in 2025

Summerfest 2025

June 19 - July 5, 2025

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Artist Info

Genre

pop

Origin

Minneapolis, United States (2013 - present)

Bio

Hippo Campus was formed in 2013 by Jake Luppen (lead vocals & guitar), Nathan Stocker (lead guitar & vocals), Zach Sutton (bass & keys) and Whistler Allen (drums & vocals) after the four-piece met at the St. Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists.

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Critic Concert Reviews

The Santa Barbara Independent (USA)

February 28, 2025

The ‘Flood Tour’ with Hippo Campus

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Melodic Magazine

December 7, 2024

Hippo Campus put on an unforgettable London show

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Dork

December 5, 2024

The Minnesotan indie heroes are currently touring the world in support of their revelatory fourth LP, ‘Flood’.

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Radio UTD (USA)

May 27, 2023

The crowd was wedged up against the front barricade of South Side Ballroom, cheering as Gus Dapperton and his band left the stage. They’d been the perfect opener for Hippo Campus—punchy instrumentals, smooth melodies and harmonies, and plenty of dancing.

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WKNC (USA)

November 21, 2022

Chai and Hippo Campus at the Ritz

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Glide Magazine (USA)

October 5, 2022

Earlier this year, Hippo Campus released their latest album, LP3 – taking the record for a spin on a tour of the same name. Along the way, the Minnesota outfit played their first-ever show in Ann Arbor on October 3rd. With a packed crowd on hand at the Michigan Theater, the band played new cuts and old favorites.

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