Popular singer Billie Eilish is not interested in making her concerts three-hour long as it’s psychotic to her. Well, does that mean that legendary bands including Guns N’ Roses are psychotic to her?
It is needless to mention that Taylor Swift is pushing past the 180-minute mark on her Eras Tour after Beyoncé also crossed the two-hour-plus pop rubicon on her 2023 Renaissance tour. It has been noted that in a pop-in chat with fans on the Stationhead app over the weekend Eilish was asked if her audience can expect that kind of Hollywood epic-length show from her on the upcoming Hit Me Hard and Soft tour. Her comments certainly stunned some people.
Billie Eilish’s comments indicate bands like Guns N’ Roses?
“I’m not doing a three-hour show, that’s literally psychotic,” Eilish said per fan recordings of the comments. “Nobody wants that. You guys don’t want that. I don’t want that. I don’t even want that as a fan. My favorite artist in the world, I’m not trying to hear them for three hours. That’s far too long”
Meanwhile, some bands have been taking live shows to the next level by performing epic three-hour shows that leave the fans breathless and wanting more. Some legendary bands such as Guns N’ Roses, The Cure, Bruce Springsteen, The Eagles, and Pearl Jam are known for their marathon performances.
Guns N’ Roses defined pure and unadulterated Rock n’ Roll. They are known for their high-energy performances and these legends have performed concerts over three-hour mark. Axl Rose, Slash and the rest of the crew know how to keep an audience on their feet, playing hit after hit, from “Welcome to the Jungle” to November Rain. Their shows which are often running more than three hours are packed with explosive solos and iconic anthems that leaves the fans stunned.
The Cure is another band who aren’t just known for their melancholic melodies and distinctive style. They are also famous for their lengthy live shows. Robert Smith and his bandmates have been pouring their hears into every performance, often playing for long hours.
Here’s Robert Smith talking about why the Cure play for 2.5-3 hour shows every night. Common Robert Smith W tbh https://t.co/TaPsCNmdSD pic.twitter.com/0xYXlisBpo
— CJ Simonson (@CJsimonson) June 2, 2024
Meanwhile, Bruce Springsteen, affectionately called ‘The Boss’ has built a reputation for his marathon performances. His shows have been legendary, often clocking in at over three hours. His boundless energy and dedication to his craft have been unmatched.
Other bands such as The Eagles and Pearl Jam have been enchanting audiences for decades with their timeless hits. Their live shows also stretched beyond the three-hour mark. They know how to give their fans their money’s worth. Their concerts have been mix of energy and great moments.
In a world where many concerts last just an hour or two, these legendary bands have stood out for their epic, marathon performances. They have set the bar high and proved that a great concert isn’t just about the music but the experience.
