Kurt Vile

How good are they LIVE?

Live Rating

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211

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Last 12 Months Rating

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critic concert
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Critics Consensus

Based on 211 concert reviews, the critics consensus is that Kurt Vile is rated as a watchable live performer, with shows that lack distinction. Kurt Vile concert reviews describe live shows and performances as idiosyncratic, authentic, psychedelic, faultless, eccentric, lyrical, and accessible.

How long are their concerts?

How long are Kurt Vile concerts? Kurt Vile concerts usually last from 45 minutes to up to just over an hour and a half.

How much to book?

How much does it cost to book Kurt Vile? To hire for a live performance or concert, the booking fees for Kurt Vile range from $40,000 - $75,000, with Kurt Vile's current estimated booking fee to be around $55,000.

On tour

MTELUS, Montreal, Quebec, Canada (July 8); MTELUS, Montreal, Quebec, Canada (July 9); LeBreton Flats, Ottawa, Canada (July 12); Brooklyn Paramount Theater, Brooklyn, United States (July 15); Brooklyn Paramount Theater, Brooklyn, United States (July 16); Toad's Place, New Haven, CT, United States (July 20); State Theater, Portland, United States (July 21); The Anthem, Washington, D.C., United States (July 25); The Anthem, Washington, D.C., United States (July 26)

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Artist Info

Genre

rock

Origin

Lansdowne, United States (1/3/1980)

Bio

Kurt Vile (born 1980 in Philadelphia) is an American guitarist and singer. Previously the lead guitarist in the band The War on Drugs, he began his solo career in 2008.

Has Performed With

The Violators, The Fresh and Onlys

Artist Website

Critic Concert Reviews

Local Spins (USA)

June 30, 2024

Ben Folds, Luke Bryan, Kurt Vile, The Flaming Lips and Yussef Dayes

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The Arts STL (USA)

June 28, 2024

Kurt Vile is a very talented guitarist and singer-songwriter who (jokingly) stated at last night’s show that he’s recently ‘been on a bender,’ but he’s never sounded better. His voice is so clear, so distinct and in true form, his hair is always in his face.

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Strange Carolinas (USA)

June 23, 2024

It’s been a year since Kurt Vile And The Violators took the stage in Charlotte, North Carolina, but they were back again at the Neighborhood Theatre on Saturday night. Opening for Kurt Vile was the entrancing Emily Robb who gave an intriguing performance.

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Leftlion (UK)

July 6, 2023

Kurt Vile at The Level

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The Guardian (UK)

June 17, 2023

Philadelphia’s psych-rock stalwart delivers warm tributes to friends, family and mentors during a many-layered evening of soothing conversational gems

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RockShot Magazine (UK)

June 12, 2023

Kurt Vile Brings The Cool Water To A Sizzling London

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The 13th Floor (New Zealand)

March 24, 2023

Kurt Vile and his Violators have been regular visitors to Auckland since they first played here at The Kings Arms back in 2011. At their show last night at Auckland’s Town Hall they show no sign of wearing out their welcome.

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