Melvins

How good are they LIVE?

Live Rating

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137

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reviews

Last 12 Months Rating

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critic concert
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Critics Consensus

Based on 137 concert reviews, the critics consensus is that Melvins is rated as an entertaining live performer, with many notable strengths. Melvins concert reviews describe live shows and performances as euphoric, idiosyncratic, eclectic, chaotic, incredible, abrasive, and aggressive.

How long are their concerts?

How long are Melvins concerts? Melvins concerts usually last from 45 minutes to up to just over an hour and 40 minutes.

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On tour

Union Transfer, Philadelphia, United States (May 5); Warsaw, Brooklyn, NY, United States (May 7); Paradise Rock Club, Boston, MA, United States (May 8); Globe Iron, Cleveland, OH, United States (May 11); Saint Andrew's Hall, Detroit, United States (May 12); Bogart's, Cincinnati, OH, United States (May 15); Brooklyn Bowl, Nashville, TN, United States (May 17); Red Flag, St. Louis, United States (May 18); Metro, Chicago, IL, United States (May 19); The Rave / Eagles Club, Milwaukee, United States (May 20); Knitting Factory Concert House, Spokane, WA, United States (June 1); Showbox at The Market, Seattle, United States (June 2); McDonald Theatre, Eugene, United States (June 4); Cornerstone Craft Beer & Live Music, Berkeley, CA, United States (June 7); Exchange, Bristol, United Kingdom (July 17); Chalk, Brighton, United Kingdom (July 18); Reflektor, Liege, Belgium (July 20); Batschkapp, Frankfurt am Main, Germany (July 21); Technopolis, Athens, Greece (July 23); VFB Neuensee, Michelau in Oberfranken, Germany (July 24); Strombad, Cottbus, Germany (July 25); Technikum, Munchen, Germany (July 28); Eur Social Park, Roma, Italy (July 30); Circolo Magnolia, Segrate, Italy (July 31)

Festivals in 2025

ArcTanGent 2025

August 13 - 16, 2025

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Artist Info

Genre

metal

Origin

Montesano, United States (1983 - present)

Bio

Melvins are a metal band that formed in Montesano, Washington, United States in 1983. The band currently consists of Buzz Osborne (vocals, guitar), Steven Shane McDonald (bass), and Dale Crover (drums).

Has Performed With

Spotlights, Redd Kross, Honky, Helmet, Big Business, All Souls, Melvins Lite, Ministry, Corrosion of Conformity, Boris

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Critic Concert Reviews

Scenestr (Australia)

March 8, 2024

After an extended hiatus of nearly two decades, Mr. Bungle have reconvened to promote the retconned 'The Raging Wrath Of The Easter Bunny Demo' album.

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Ambient Light (New Zealand)

March 3, 2024

It has been a big week for Tāmaki Makaurau when it comes to shows, from Queens of the Stone Age, through to Blink-182, Mogwai and Dinosaur Jr., people have been spoilt for choice of what to see over the last few days.

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Radio UTD (USA)

October 24, 2023

Boris and Melvins at Granada Theater

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New Noise Magazine (USA)

October 11, 2023

Melvins Live In Concert In Cain’s Ballroom in Tulsa, OK, USA

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New Noise Magazine (USA)

September 12, 2023

Melvins Live In Concert In the Metro in Chicago, IL, USA

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Twin Cities Media (USA)

September 7, 2023

Melvins and Boris Pack The Varsity For Perfect Wednesday Night

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Soundcheck SF (USA)

August 29, 2023

August 29th marked an unforgettable night at the Mystic Theater in Petaluma, California as iconic rock band The Melvins delivered a live performance that will forever reverberate in music history. To call it the “best damn Melvins show ever” might be an understatement.

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