Best Concert Images of 2014

The year's best on-stage moments captured in real time.

Music Royalty - 2014 saw some of music's biggest acts hit the road to produce some of the best live showcases of music in recent times. From Jay and Bey to Janelle Monáe and Lady Ga Ga, we prove through these images that a picture tells a thousand words.Kicking off our list is none other than the first couple of hip hop, Jay Z and Beyoncé. Commencing in the summertime, the couple's joint On the Run Tour broke records, becoming the second highest grossing tour in history. Seeing as this feat is superhero-worthy, this photo seems befitting.— By Moriba Cummings(Photo: Larry Busacca/PW/WireImage for Parkwood Entertainment)

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Music Royalty - 2014 saw some of music's biggest acts hit the road to produce some of the best live showcases of music in recent times. From Jay and Bey to Janelle Monáe and Lady Ga Ga, we prove through these images that a picture tells a thousand words.Kicking off our list is none other than the first couple of hip hop, Jay Z and Beyoncé. Commencing in the summertime, the couple's joint On the Run Tour broke records, becoming the second highest grossing tour in history. Seeing as this feat is superhero-worthy, this photo seems befitting.— By Moriba Cummings(Photo: Larry Busacca/PW/WireImage for Parkwood Entertainment)

Ow!  - The “Blow” singer is feeling herself in her blinged-out Diesel denim jumpsuit and fishnets.  (Photo: Kevin Mazur/WireImage for Parkwood Entertainment)

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Get It, Yoncé - Queen Bey worked like no other this year — well, technically from last year into this year. Proving that she's 2014's reigning music queen, Yoncé took her sold-out Mrs. Carter Show World Tour from one year into the next. Kicking off in April 2013, Bey reworked her new music into the set list, ending the run in March 2014, just in time for the On the Run Tour with her hubby Jigga.(Photo: Kevin Mazur/WireImage for Parkwood Entertainment)

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A Young Money Battle - While collaborative tour seemed to be the "thing" among artists this year, Drake and Lil Wayne held it down for the hip hop heads with their Drake vs. Lil Wayne tour. Consisting of rap battles, extravagant jumbotron graphics and playful on-stage jokes, this show was the place to be.(Photo: Timothy Hiatt/Getty Images)

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A Real Live Monster - It's no secret that Rihanna and Eminem create magic in the studio — see "Numb," "Love the Way You Lie," "The Monster" — so it only seemed natural that they take that chemistry on the road. The pop princess and hip hop heavyweight took The Monster Tour all over the U.S., performing some of their joint hits as well as their solo smashes.(Photo: GoldenEye /London Entertainment)

Ye Is Made in America - If there is anyone who can bridge hip hop culture and high fashion on stage, it would undeniably be Kanye West. Bringing his brusque style and presence to the Made in America stage in Philly and L.A., the rapper delivered show-stopping performances of his classics and new hits, all while donning his now infamous Maison Martin Margiela mask.(Photo: Jeff Kravitz/Getty Images for Anheuser-Busch)

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Ye Is Made in America - If there is anyone who can bridge hip hop culture and high fashion on stage, it would undeniably be Kanye West. Bringing his brusque style and presence to the Made in America stage in Philly and L.A., the rapper delivered show-stopping performances of his classics and new hits, all while donning his now infamous Maison Martin Margiela mask.(Photo: Jeff Kravitz/Getty Images for Anheuser-Busch)

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Afropunk Newbie - Her American fan base is steadily growing, so it was only right that British folk/soul singer Lianne La Havas join the headlining list at this year's Afropunk Festival in Brooklyn, NY. To make the moment that much more special, it was both her first time performing at the hipster-heavy music event and her birthday.(Photo: PNP/WENN.com)

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Afropunk Newbie - Her American fan base is steadily growing, so it was only right that British folk/soul singer Lianne La Havas join the headlining list at this year's Afropunk Festival in Brooklyn, NY. To make the moment that much more special, it was both her first time performing at the hipster-heavy music event and her birthday.(Photo: PNP/WENN.com)

Wireless Ladies - This year was a big one for Australia native Iggy Azalea. Aside from blowing up with the releases of her singles "Fancy" and the Rita Ora-assisted "Black Widow," she's appeared on some of the year's most popular stages, one of which included the Wireless Festival stage in London Town.(Photo: Tim P. Whitby/Getty Images)

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Wireless Ladies - This year was a big one for Australia native Iggy Azalea. Aside from blowing up with the releases of her singles "Fancy" and the Rita Ora-assisted "Black Widow," she's appeared on some of the year's most popular stages, one of which included the Wireless Festival stage in London Town.(Photo: Tim P. Whitby/Getty Images)

Suited Up - It's not just about giving a good show, Maxwell looked downright dapper in his three-piece suit.(Photo: Earl Gibson/BET/Getty Images for BET)

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BET's Very Own - The 2014 BET Experience saw some of today's most prominent soul singers come together for one of the most impressive concert showcases of the year. Among them was soul powerhouse and eternal heartthrob Maxwell, who needed nothing more than a mic and a light to wow the crowd.(Photo: Earl Gibson/BET/Getty Images for BET)

The JT Experience - Though he wrapped up his blockbuster tour The 20/20 Experience in the states last year, he kept the show going in the U.K. With his suave style and James Brown-infused swag, Justin Timberlake brought a new meaning to the word "funkadelic."(Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images for JT)

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The JT Experience - Though he wrapped up his blockbuster tour The 20/20 Experience in the states last year, he kept the show going in the U.K. With his suave style and James Brown-infused swag, Justin Timberlake brought a new meaning to the word "funkadelic."(Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images for JT)

Message! - Andre 3000 of OutKast never fails to make a statement through words and fashion. Here, the rapper performs on the Samsung Galaxy stage during day two of the Lollapalooza Music Festival at Grant Park in Chicago. (Photo: Theo Wargo/Getty Images)

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Two-Time Comeback - Though their Coachella 2014 set was met with terrible reviews, OutKast's Big Boi and André 3000 quickly made that a distant memory after performing at the 2014 Wireless Festival. In addition to their show-stopping performances, their style choices — as usual — were their own conversation topics. Talk about redemption!(Photo: Theo Wargo/Getty Images)

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Brooklyn Funk - The reigning queen of Electric Ladies everywhere, Janelle Monáe, took Brooklyn's Governors Ball by storm this year with her high octane performance. With an elaborate black and white stage set and ensemble to back her up, Janelle let her voice and slick footwork do the rest.(Photo: Burak Cingi/Redferns via Getty Images)

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Brooklyn Funk - The reigning queen of Electric Ladies everywhere, Janelle Monáe, took Brooklyn's Governors Ball by storm this year with her high octane performance. With an elaborate black and white stage set and ensemble to back her up, Janelle let her voice and slick footwork do the rest.(Photo: Burak Cingi/Redferns via Getty Images)

Tentacled Diva - Lady Gaga takes the stage in her costume regalia to bring her "ArtRave: The Artpop Ball" tour home to Madison Square Garden in New York City. (Photo: WENN.com)

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Going Ga Ga - Seeing pop superstar Lady Ga Ga in an outrageous costume is almost as likely as seeing a bird fly. However, her 2014 tour stint dubbed ArtRave: The Artpop Ball saw the singer ditch the dark feel of her previous era for a more light and bright approach, which reflected in her on-stage ensembles like this puffy tentacle-covered number.(Photo: WENN.com)

Fun With Wiz - Wiz Khalifa is a fun guy, right? So it was only right that he join the lineup for the Fun Fun Fun Fest in Austin, Texas. Hitting the stage in his trademark Pittsburgh Pirates baseball cap covering his new purple locs, Wiz performed his hits like "Roll Up" and "Black and Yellow" for the crowd.(Photo: Tim Mosenfelder/Getty Images)

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Fun With Wiz - Wiz Khalifa is a fun guy, right? So it was only right that he join the lineup for the Fun Fun Fun Fest in Austin, Texas. Hitting the stage in his trademark Pittsburgh Pirates baseball cap covering his new purple locs, Wiz performed his hits like "Roll Up" and "Black and Yellow" for the crowd.(Photo: Tim Mosenfelder/Getty Images)

Ye Down Under - Kanye's performed in so many places this year that it is practically impossible to feature him just once on our list. In September, the outspoken rapper performed at the Qantas Credit Union Arena in Sydney, Australia. Aside from his controversial headline-making incident of calling out disabled fans in the audience, the show was one to remember.(Photo: Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images)

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Ye Down Under - Kanye's performed in so many places this year that it is practically impossible to feature him just once on our list. In September, the outspoken rapper performed at the Qantas Credit Union Arena in Sydney, Australia. Aside from his controversial headline-making incident of calling out disabled fans in the audience, the show was one to remember.(Photo: Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images)

All for a Good Cause - In commemoration of World AIDS Day, Kanye was joined by music heavyweights Bruce Springsteen, U2, Carrie Underwood, Coldplay's Chris Martin and more for a free concert in the heart of Times Square. Though his delivery may be harsh at times, Ye definitely has a heart of gold.(Photo: Gilbert Carrasquillo/GC Images)

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All for a Good Cause - In commemoration of World AIDS Day, Kanye was joined by music heavyweights Bruce Springsteen, U2, Carrie Underwood, Coldplay's Chris Martin and more for a free concert in the heart of Times Square. Though his delivery may be harsh at times, Ye definitely has a heart of gold.(Photo: Gilbert Carrasquillo/GC Images)

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Nicki and Ari Get Down - Nicki Minaj and Ariana Grande joined Jessie J in creating one of the biggest hits of the year: "Bang Bang." Nicki surprised fans at the iHeartRadio Music Festival by bringing out 21-year-old Ariana to perform the song with her, and this cute moment was captured for the cameras.  (Photo: Ethan Miller/Getty Images for iHeartMedia)

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Nicki and Ari Get Down - Nicki Minaj and Ariana Grande joined Jessie J in creating one of the biggest hits of the year: "Bang Bang." Nicki surprised fans at the iHeartRadio Music Festival by bringing out 21-year-old Ariana to perform the song with her, and this cute moment was captured for the cameras.  (Photo: Ethan Miller/Getty Images for iHeartMedia)

Jessie J Kicks It Off - Though she wasn't available to hit the stage with Nicki and Ariana earlier in the year, Jessie J managed to make her rounds performing solo at the Z100's Jingle Ball 2014. The vocal acrobat belted out fan favorites including her latest single, "Burnin' Up," and "Bang Bang" in a tight, black crop-top number.(Photo: Brad Barket/Getty Images for iHeart Media)

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Jessie J Kicks It Off - Though she wasn't available to hit the stage with Nicki and Ariana earlier in the year, Jessie J managed to make her rounds performing solo at the Z100's Jingle Ball 2014. The vocal acrobat belted out fan favorites including her latest single, "Burnin' Up," and "Bang Bang" in a tight, black crop-top number.(Photo: Brad Barket/Getty Images for iHeart Media)

Name in Lights - You've officially made it when you see your name in lights and that seems to be the case for "i" performer Kendrick Lamar. K-Dot hit the stage at Summer Jam 2014, joining fellow performers Tinashe, Rico Love and YG.(Photo: Tim Mosenfelder/Getty Images)

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Name in Lights - You've officially made it when you see your name in lights and that seems to be the case for "i" performer Kendrick Lamar. K-Dot hit the stage at Summer Jam 2014, joining fellow performers Tinashe, Rico Love and YG.(Photo: Tim Mosenfelder/Getty Images)

The Power Trio - Imagine these three on one record! R&B heartthrobs Chris Brown, Trey Songz and August Alsina hit the stage at the 2014 BET Experience, marking one of the highlights of the event.(Photo: Earl Gibson/BET/Getty Images for BET)

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R&B Brotherhood - They brought the house down at the 2014 BET Awards earlier this year, but the fun didn't stop there. Chris Brown, August Alsina and Trey Songz hit the stage together for a second time this year at the 2014 BET Experience, making every young girl's dream come true simultaneously.(Photo: Earl Gibson/BET/Getty Images for BET)

John Gives His All - John Legend's All of Me Tour marked one of 2014's most popular concerts. His minimalistic performance style and extensive music catalog made this one of the most highly sought after shows of the season. With his grand piano in tow and a sharp tux on deck, John Legend is unstoppable.(Photo: Matthew J. Lee/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

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John Gives His All - John Legend's All of Me Tour marked one of 2014's most popular concerts. His minimalistic performance style and extensive music catalog made this one of the most highly sought after shows of the season. With his grand piano in tow and a sharp tux on deck, John Legend is unstoppable.(Photo: Matthew J. Lee/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

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The Man of the Year - For the second time around ScHoolBoy Q held it down for the Pitchfork crowd on Day 3 of the festival. “I don’t like those standing around shows," the Man of the Year said just before he turned the crowd up with chants from his Groovy solo debut, Oxymoron. The crowd energy never let up throughout Q's set. They sang along to every lyric with the bucket hat rocking "gangsta."(Photo: Jessica Lehrman/Pitchfork Music Festival)

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A ScHoolboy's Dream - When an undeniably epic shot is taken — like this one — it's hard to replicate. ScHoolboy Q created this moment at the 2014 Pitchfork Music Festival where he performed hits from his budding catalog including "Yay Yay" and "Collard Greens."(Photo: Jessica Lehrman/Pitchfork Music Festival)

Wu-Tang Forever - Legendary Staten Island rap crew Wu-Tang Clan closed the Aug/ 30 show at the 2014 Bumbershoot Festival with two members short. With the absence of the late Ol' Dirty Bastard and Method Man — 10th member Cappadonna filled his place — the group held its own and the crowd definitely approved.(Photo: Timothy Hiatt/Getty Images)

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Wu-Tang Forever - Legendary Staten Island rap crew Wu-Tang Clan closed the Aug/ 30 show at the 2014 Bumbershoot Festival with two members short. With the absence of the late Ol' Dirty Bastard and Method Man — 10th member Cappadonna filled his place — the group held its own and the crowd definitely approved.(Photo: Timothy Hiatt/Getty Images)

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Closing Out in Style - Closing out a high-profile event like Powerhouse 2014 is a huge honor, and YG held his own like a pro. The rapper performed some of his West Coast bangers and was joined by special guests including Kurupt, Daz and Warren G.(Photo: Paul R. Giunta/FilmMagic)

Powerhouse Freshman - Powerhouse 2014 proved to be an epic showcase of old and new talent. Ranging from the likes of veterans Jay Z and Ne-Yo to newbies Tinashe and Kid Ink, the show had something for everyone to rock out to.(Photo: Bryan Bedder/Getty Images for Power 105.1)

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Powerhouse Freshman - Powerhouse 2014 proved to be an epic showcase of old and new talent. Ranging from the likes of veterans Jay Z and Ne-Yo to newbies Tinashe and Kid Ink, the show had something for everyone to rock out to.(Photo: Bryan Bedder/Getty Images for Power 105.1)