Violent Femmes

Q: What types of live events does Violent Femmes perform at?

Corporate galas, award ceremonies, product launches, conferences, festivals, and private VIP events.

Q: How much does it cost to book Violent Femmes for a live event?

Fees depend on event type, audience, location, set length, technical requirements, and travel needs.

Q: What production requirements should we prepare?

We’ll provide a technical rider outlining sound, stage, lighting, and hospitality. This ensures a seamless performance.

Q: How far in advance should we book?

The earlier the better, many performers are booked months in advance, especially during peak seasons. Please also be aware that they might be touring which means that they might be out of the country or has luck has it in yours.

Q: Can Violent Femmes customize their performance (setlist, special song requests)?

Yes, within reason. Please share requests early so we can confirm feasibility.

Q: Can Violent Femmes also participate in other types of events or campaigns?

Yes — in addition to live performances, many of our Live Talent can take part in brand campaigns, media projects, or speaking engagement, depending on their individual skills. Make sure to select the type of commercial booking that you are interested in when filling out the form.

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Violent Femmes are an American folk punk band known for their distinctive blend of teenage angst, folk-rock, and punk sensibilities, achieving significant recognition in alternative music. After capturing national attention with an impromptu performance for James Honeyman-Scott of The Pretenders in August 1981, Violent Femmes rapidly ascended as a seminal force in alternative music. The band, featuring bassist Brian Ritchie, percussionist Victor DeLorenzo, and lead vocalist/guitarist Gordon Gano, earned critical acclaim, including a positive review from New York Times music critic Robert Palmer in 1982. Signed to Slash Records in 1983, they released their self-titled debut album, Violent Femmes, that same year.

Featuring iconic tracks like ‘Blister in the Sun’ and ‘Add It Up,’ the album achieved RIAA Platinum certification and reached No.171 on the Billboard 200 by 1991. Violent Femmes continued their prolific output with 1984s Hallowed Ground, followed by 1986s The Blind Leading the Naked, which charted at No.84 on the Billboard 200, No.81 in the UK, and No.31 in Australia. Following a brief separation in 1987, the band reunited in 1988, releasing 3 in 1989 and Why Do Birds Sing? in 1991.

The latter featured the popular single ‘American Music,’ which hit No.2 on Billboard’s Modern Rock chart. The lineup saw changes in 1993 with Guy Hoffman replacing Victor DeLorenzo on drums, contributing to albums like 1994s New Times and 1995s Rock!!!!!. After releasing Freak Magnet in 2000, Victor DeLorenzo rejoined for a farewell tour in 2002. Following a disbanding in 2009, the band reunited in 2013, headlining major festivals including Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival and Riot Fest in Chicago.

Maintaining their influential presence, Violent Femmes were featured on Dropkick Murphys’ track ‘Gotta Get to Peekskill’ in 2023.