"How good are they LIVE?" in the last 12 months on 100 (as of 9/15/25)
93
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Based on
15
critic concert reviews
Real Live Certified
Artists are "Real Live Certified" if their live shows have broad critical acclaim
Critics Consensus
Janelle Monae is 'Real Live Certified' and is in the top 1% of all live performers. Based on 175 concert reviews, the critics consensus is that Janelle Monae is rated as a flawless live performer, phenomenal in every aspect. Janelle Monae concert reviews describe live shows and performances as masterful, cheerful, electrifying, riveting, breathtaking, spirited, and incredible.
How long are their concerts?
How long are Janelle Monae concerts? Janelle Monae concerts usually last from 45 minutes to up to just over an hour and 40 minutes.
How much to book?
How much does it cost to book Janelle Monae? To hire for a live performance or concert, the booking fees for Janelle Monae range from $40,000 - $300,000, with Janelle Monae's current estimated booking fee to be around $150,000.
On tour
Seattle Center, Seattle, United States (August 30)
Kansas City, Wyandotte County, Kansas, United States (12/1/1985)
Bio
Janelle Monae (born Janelle Monae Robinson on December 1, 1985 in Kansas City, Kansas) is an American singer, songwriter, dancer, producer, actor and performer. She moved to New York to study theatre at the American Musical and Dramatic Academy.
Has Performed With
Of Montreal
Artist Website
Critic Concert Reviews
The Aquarian Weekly (USA)
June 18, 2025
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Daring to Be Different: Grace Jones, Janelle Monáe at the Lena Horne Bandshell / June 9, 2025
The audience on the second evening of the three-day music marathon alongside San Diego Bay was largely undaunted by the rain and cold. The headliners rose to the occasion.
