"How good are they LIVE?" in the last 12 months on 100 (as of 6/15/26)
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Real Live Certified
Artists are "Real Live Certified" if their live shows have broad critical acclaim
Critics Consensus
Based on 24 concert reviews, the critics consensus is that Soft Cell is rated as an impressive live performer, with worthwhile shows overall. Soft Cell concert reviews describe live shows and performances as memorable, defiant, lyrical, soulful, provocative, and energetic.
How long are their concerts?
How long are Soft Cell concerts? Soft Cell concerts usually last from one and a half hours to up to two hours.
How much to book?
How much does it cost to book Soft Cell? To hire for a live performance or concert, the booking fees for Soft Cell range from $15,000 - $25,000, with Soft Cell's current estimated booking fee to be around $15,000.
On tour
Grote Kaai, Lokeren, Belgium (July 31);Huntington State Beach, Huntington Beach, CA, United States (November 14)
Leeds, Leeds, West Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom (1980 - 1984)
Bio
Soft Cell are an electronic music duo that came to prominence in the early 80s. They consist of vocalist Marc Almond and instrumentalist David Ball.
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Critic Concert Reviews
Music-News.com (UK)
June 18, 2025
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The multi-package tours that dominate the summer concert series have officially returned. While there are a myriad of acts sharing the stages this year, there are several 80's-themed bills that are not just enjoyable to attend, but are also a great economic value.
On Friday, 14th June 2024, Nocturne Live at Blenheim Palace continued its streak of memorable nights with a stellar lineup featuring Soft Cell, Heather Small, and Heaven 17. This evening promised a nostalgic journey through the best of new wave, synth-pop, and soul, set within the historic grandeur of Blenheim Palace.
Goth music fans descended on the majestic YouTube Theater for a rare performance by electronic music pioneers Soft Cell. Along with a handful of other experimental pioneers in the genre, like Gary Numan and Depeche Mode, Soft Cell helped create the music that would become the soundtrack of the 1980’s
