"How good are they LIVE?" in the last 12 months on 100 (as of 1/30/26)
79
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Based on
17
critic concert reviews
Real Live Certified
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Critics Consensus
Based on 166 concert reviews, the critics consensus is that The Kooks is rated as an entertaining live performer, with worthwhile shows overall. The Kooks concert reviews describe live shows and performances as vibrant, dreamy, effortless, incredible, raucous, nostalgic, and career-spanning.
How long are their concerts?
How long are The Kooks concerts? The Kooks concerts usually last from one and a half hours to up to three hours long.
How much to book?
How much does it cost to book The Kooks? To hire for a live performance or concert, the booking fees for The Kooks range from $75,000 - $150,000, with The Kooks's current estimated booking fee to be around $110,000.
On tour
Razzmatazz, Barcelona, Spain (March 3); Sala Riviera, Madrid, Spain (March 4); Sagres Campo Pequeno, Lisboa, Portugal (March 6); Seaclose Park, Newport, United Kingdom (June 18); Custom House Square, Belfast, United Kingdom (July 4); College Park, Dublin, Ireland (July 5); FIB, Benicàssim, Spain (July 16); Real Jardín Botánico Alfonso XIII, Madrid, Spain (July 25); Fistral Beach; Grote Markt, Newquay, United Kingdom; Tienen, Belgium (August 5; Aug 7)
British indie rock band - formed in Brighton, England, United Kingdom in 2004. The band currently consists of Luke Pritchard (vocals, guitar), Hugh Harris (guitar), and Alexis Nunez (drums).
Has Performed With
The Griswolds, Larrikin Love, Glass Towers, Dash and Will, Barns Courtney
Artist Website
Critic Concert Reviews
RockShot Magazine (UK)
January 29, 2026
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Not Naïve – The Kooks Are Always Where They Need To Be At London’s O2 Arena
Playing to the biggest crowds of their careers, the 00s indie stalwarts perform like they’re loving every minute – although there is also raw emotion in Manchester on the night after the synagogue attack
There is nothing quite like the grit and groove of iconic indie rock to invoke that feeling of youthful angst and heartfelt nostalgia from our troublesome teen years.
Almost 20 years ago I was introduced to The Kooks as they played their first Isle of Wight Festival in June 2006, hot off the heels of releasing debut album 'Inside In / Inside Out' in January of the same year.
