"How good are they LIVE?" in the last 12 months on 100 (as of 6/6/25)
74
%
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 101 concert reviews, the critics consensus is that Social Distortion is rated as a watchable live performer, with shows that lack distinction. Social Distortion concert reviews describe live shows and performances as confident, unforgettable, powerful, breathtaking, and genuine.
How long are their concerts?
How long are Social Distortion concerts? Social Distortion concerts usually last from an hour to up to an hour and 40 minutes.
How much to book?
How much does it cost to book Social Distortion? To hire for a live performance or concert, the booking fees for Social Distortion range from $65,000 - $150,000, with Social Distortion's current estimated booking fee to be around $100,000.
On tour
Summerfest Grounds, Milwaukee, United States (July 4); Intuit Dome, Los Angeles, United States (October 25)
Social Distortion is an American punk rock band formed in 1978 in Fullerton, California. The band currently consists of vocalist and guitarist Mike Ness, guitarist Jonny Wickersham, bassist Brent Harding and drummer David Hidalgo, Jr.
Has Performed With
Flogging Molly, Bad Religion
Artist Website
Critic Concert Reviews
Consequence (USA)
May 29, 2025
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2025 Punk Rock Bowling Fest Rocks Vegas with Social Distortion, Peter Hook, and Cock Sparrer
On a crisp December night in San Francisco, the iconic Fillmore Theater pulsed with energy as Social Distortion took the stage for the second of five sold-out shows. The legendary punk rock band, fronted by the ever-charismatic Mike Ness, delivered an unforgettable performance that showcased their enduring legacy
Social Distortion brought their iconic punk rock energy to History in Toronto Saturday Night delivering a performance that was as electrifying as it was nostalgic. Fans packed the venue decked out in denim, studs and two-tone leather shoes.
Punks both young and old joined together Friday night at Stage AE in Pittsburgh for a sold-out performance of the co-headlining tour featuring punk legends Bad Religion and Social Distortion
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (USA), The Santa Barbara Independent (USA), Scenestr (Australia), The 13th Floor (New Zealand), Rockfreaks.net (Denmark) and more
Image Credit
Stefan Krause via Wikimedia Commons
Latest Release
Crime and Punishment (live 1992) (10 January 2024)
