"How good are they LIVE?" in the last 12 months on 100 (as of 4/12/24)
68
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Based on
4
critic concert reviews
Real Live Certified
Artists are Real Live Certified if their live shows have broad critical acclaim
Critic Consensus
Based on 64 concert reviews, the critic consensus is that The Magnetic Fields is rated as a watchable live performer, with shows that lack distinction. The Magnetic Fields concert reviews describe live shows and performances as likeable, intricate, dramatic, theatrical, unforgettable, heartfelt, and career-spanning.
ON TOUR
Variety Playhouse, Atlanta, United States (June 1); Variety Playhouse, Atlanta, United States (June 2); Vicar Street, Dublin, Ireland (August 21); Vicar Street, Dublin, Ireland (August 22); The Queen's Hall, Edinburgh, United Kingdom (August 24); The Queen's Hall, Edinburgh, United Kingdom (August 25); Albert Hall, Manchester, United Kingdom (August 28); Albert Hall, Manchester, United Kingdom (August 29); Barbican Hall, London, United Kingdom (August 31); Barbican Hall, London, United Kingdom (September 1); Sala Paral·lel 62, Barcelona, Spain (September 4);
Boston, United States (1990 - present) (1990 – present)
Bio
The Magnetic Fields is a New York-based group fronted by Stephin Merritt. Recent albums released under the name "The Magnetic Fields" usually consist of synth-pop music in a 1980s style underlying clever lyrics which are often heavily ironic.
Has Performed With
Laura Barrett
Critic Concert Reviews
The Boston Globe (USA)
March 26, 2024
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On a celebratory ‘69 Love Songs’ tour, Magnetic Fields count the ways
The renowned NYC-based indie pop group the Magnetic Fields played an electrifying set of old favorites mixed with some of their latest and greatest material at City Winery.
We're all still fumbling our way back. As audience members learn how to be around crowds of people again, especially in a mask-optional world, bands are also working out the kinks after a few years away from the stage.
Comprising of three fifths former Black Crowes' members and two parts formerly of the Rich Robinson band, it comes as no surprise that The Magpie Salute cut the proverbial mustard with their individual musical chops and on stage at ease confidence.
Over two nights at the Elgin Theatre, he sang a song for every year of his life and brought them to life with costumes, video and countless instruments and props
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