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Knuckleheads

Live music venue · Liberty, MO · reviewed since 2010

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 64%78+49.6Reliability 28%86+24.3Replies to reviews 8%100+8.2Experts Score= 82Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.82SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#16 of 40 musiciansPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 62%
4.8 ★★★★★ 3,893 Google reviews · 24 photos
82%five-star reviews
4.79★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
2.3%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
97%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review
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Knuckleheads at a glance

Google reviewers rate Knuckleheads 4.8 out of 5 based on 3,893 reviews, with the owner responding to 97% of comments. Patrons frequently praise the live music quality, clean facilities, and friendly staff, noting the venue hosts various genres and offers a fun atmosphere for concerts and jam sessions. However, some customers report issues with accessibility, limited parking, and poor communication regarding ticket refunds or show cancellations, which led to frustration for a minority of attendees.

  • Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 3,893 reviews (82% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 3,893 Google reviews (2,388 with written comments, 437 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 97% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 25, 2026.
  • Service: Musician serving Liberty, Missouri.

Data from Google, last updated October 28, 2026.

Score profile vs other musicians

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and replies to reviews; weakest: satisfaction.

Satisfaction78Reliability86Craft & service–Value–Momentum100Replies to reviews100Satisfaction: 78 (median 79)Reliability: 86 (median 76)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 100 (median 38)
KnuckleheadsMusicians median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Knuckleheads: 78/100 on this factor. Category median: 79.B
78
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Knuckleheads: 86/100 on this factor. Category median: 76.A
86
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 99.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 93.–
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Knuckleheads: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Knuckleheads: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 38.A
100

Bar = this company · dark tick = category median.

Star ratings

3,893 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars3,20282%
  • 4 stars52814%
  • 3 stars902%
  • 2 stars291%
  • 1 star441%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 2,388 written reviews

  • Praise52593%
  • Complaints427%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude26547%
  • Price & value15227%
  • Quality & results6612%
  • Would recommend407%
  • Speed & response265%
  • Honesty & trust112%
  • Communication71%

What customers talk about

We read 2,388 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Cool, nice beze and a great place for anyone, anytime.”
    “I just got a call from Knuckleheads, and the person was rude and condescending.”
  • “Bars are cash only with very reasonable prices you rarely see anymore.”
    “😝 And know the band before you buy overpriced tickets!”
  • “Sound from the music was top notch and my family truly enjoyed every moment of it.”
    “This place is a nasty dive bar in an awful location with a horrible sound system!”
  • “Highly recommend seeing live music here, they have a great history of booking top notch performers.”
  • “I highly suggest arriving here 30+ mins before the starting show time to get a seat as it fills up quickly!”
    “Even during the slow songs.”
  • “You could tell that their kindness was not from a place of fishing for tips or reviews, it was genuine kindness and willingness to help.”
    “What a scam.”
  • “The man at the gate was friendly and helpful and the security guy happily answered my questions about how the seating/general admission worked.”

People customers mention

  • City 95 reviews
  • Garage 32 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

Mary4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 days ago★★★★★

The music was amazing the best ever I had been there. The people were friendly. Definitely I had a great experience

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MelanieLocal Guide · 78 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★

What an amazing venue! First time there and I have no bad things to say. Everyone was so kind. The place was clean. Will be back!

StanLocal Guide · 176 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★

This is an awsome dive bar. They keep fixing it up so not the dive it used to be which takes away from the prestige of its former days gone by. Has great bands show up & bar food is good.

oneLocoman14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a week ago★★★

Place was ok. Music great. Every employee rude or just looked pissed. Bartender made sure we saw she will decide when to serve. Stood there talking to a guy for longer than a bartender should whith multiple customers. Not friendly at all. Was quit surprised. Reply to response: Wed 10/24/26 around 8:30 pm. Check…

JeremeLocal Guide · 80 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★

Even in the downpour of rain it was a wonderful and electrifying experience. Sound from the music was top notch and my family truly enjoyed every moment of it. Thank you so much to Jay Webb, Lil Man J and Knuckleheads for a unique and fun experience.

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LaurelLocal Guide · 584 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 2 weeks ago★★★★★

Garage has good sound system and concert was very enjoyable. Cash only for the bar.

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Customer reviews

4.8 ★★★★★ 3,893 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Vladimir PolozovLocal Guide · 573 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Vladimir has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Decent sound quality 👌🏼

Response from the owner · 2 days ago

Thank you

Mary Ticknor4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Mary has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

The music was amazing the best ever I had been there. The people were friendly. Definitely I had a great experience

Response from the owner · 2 days ago

Thanks Mary

Melanie GardLocal Guide · 78 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Melanie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

What an amazing venue! First time there and I have no bad things to say. Everyone was so kind. The place was clean. Will be back!

Response from the owner · 6 days ago

Thanks Melanie, Glad you liked us

Stan BartleyLocal Guide · 176 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Stan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

This is an awsome dive bar. They keep fixing it up so not the dive it used to be which takes away from the prestige of its former days gone by. Has great bands show up & bar food is good.

  • Music type: Other
  • Payment method: Credit card
Response from the owner · 6 days ago

Thanks Stan

Ron&Theresa HortonLocal Guide · 83 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ron&Theresa has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

The venue is iconic! Enjoyed the afternoon jam session.

Response from the owner · a week ago

Thanks Ron and Theresa, Glad you liked us

oneLocoman oneLocoman Productions14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews oneLocoman has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Place was ok. Music great. Every employee rude or just looked pissed. Bartender made sure we saw she will decide when to serve. Stood there talking to a guy for longer than a bartender should whith multiple customers. Not friendly at all. Was quit surprised. Reply to response: Wed 10/24/26 around 8:30 pm. Check your scedule. Guy checking tickets. Looked mad as hell. Girl working merch about the same. Bartender wasnt pleasent. Didnt care for the vib I got from employees. Tossed beer and left.

  • Music type: Rock
  • Payment method: Mobile payment
Response from the owner · a week ago

Sorry for this, Not sure who she was and why that happened

Jereme GromerLocal Guide · 80 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jereme has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Even in the downpour of rain it was a wonderful and electrifying experience. Sound from the music was top notch and my family truly enjoyed every moment of it. Thank you so much to Jay Webb, Lil Man J and Knuckleheads for a unique and fun experience.

  • Music type: Country
  • Payment method: Other
Response from the owner · a week ago

Thanks for coming Jereme , We're glad you enjoyed it

Laurel HoogLocal Guide · 584 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Laurel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Garage has good sound system and concert was very enjoyable. Cash only for the bar.

  • Music type: Rock
  • Payment method: Cash
Response from the owner · 9 years ago

Thanks Laurel

d bowlesLocal Guide · 87 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews d has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great place to party

  • Music type: Rock
  • Payment method: Cash
Response from the owner · a week ago

Thanks D

Weird Stuff AntiquesLocal Guide · 66 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Weird has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great Garage experience.

  • Music type: Other
  • Payment method: Debit card
Response from the owner · 7 years ago

Sorry you feel the prices are high. We do all we can to keep ticket prices down

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Business details

  • Service area: Liberty, MO