The Brian Jonestown Massacre

How good are they LIVE?

Live Rating

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Critics Consensus

Based on 140 concert reviews, the critics consensus is that The Brian Jonestown Massacre is rated as a decent live performer, with shows that lack distinction. The Brian Jonestown Massacre concert reviews describe live shows and performances as psychedelic, aggressive, chaotic, dreamy, polished, consistent, and repetitive.

How long are their concerts?

How long are The Brian Jonestown Massacre concerts? The Brian Jonestown Massacre concerts usually last from two hours to up to three hours long.

How much to book?

How much does it cost to book The Brian Jonestown Massacre? To hire for a live performance or concert, the booking fees for The Brian Jonestown Massacre range from $30,000 - $45,000, with The Brian Jonestown Massacre's current estimated booking fee to be around $30,000.

On tour

Worthy Farm, Shepton Mallet, United Kingdom (June 25); Edinburgh Corn Exchange, Edinburgh, United Kingdom (June 27); The Orange Peel, Asheville, United States (September 6); The Orange Peel, Asheville, United States (September 6); Théâtre Beanfield, Montréal, Canada (September 13); Globe Iron, Cleveland, OH, United States (September 16); Majestic Theatre, Detroit, MI, United States (September 17); Palmer Events Center, Austin, TX, United States (September 26); The Bomb Factory, Dallas, TX, United States (September 26); The Observatory, Santa Ana, United States (November 2); Teragram Ballroom, Los Angeles, CA, United States (November 22); Teragram Ballroom, Los Angeles, CA, United States (November 23)

Festivals in 2025

Levitation 2025

September 25 - 28, 2025

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Artist Info

Genre

rock

Origin

San Francisco, United States (1990 - present)

Bio

The Brian Jonestown Massacre was formed in San Francisco in 1990. The band has had over 40 members since then, but its driving force and main songwriter is Anton Newcombe.

Has Performed With

The Raveonettes, The KVB

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Critic Concert Reviews

Backseat Mafia

March 2, 2025

The Brian Jonestown Massacre – Brighton Dome, Brighton 19.02.25

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Buzz Magazine (UK)

February 24, 2025

THE BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE’s return to Cardiff is a damp squib

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RockShot Magazine (UK)

February 20, 2025

The Brian Jonestown Massacre Mesmerise The Second City With Their Psychedelic Powers

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Music-News.com (UK)

February 19, 2025

It’s a testament to Anton Newcombe and the Brian Jonestown Massacre that after 20 albums, 5 compilations, 5 live albums, 14 EPs, and 22 singles (and almost as many former members) that the collective are still able to play to an almost sold-out Brixton Academy, 35 years after their formation.

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