NYS Music 2023

Category: Manhattan

  • Gus Dapperton Takes Webster Hall by Storm

    Gus Dapperton’s performance at Webster Hall on November 30 was a captivating journey through a sonic tapestry, opening with a unique touch of vintage charm.

    Gus Dapperton, the moniker of Brendan Rice, emerged as a defining force in indie-pop, forging a musical path that blends nostalgia with contemporary vibes. Hailing from Warwick, NY, Dapperton rose to prominence with his breakout single “Prune, You Talk Funny,” showcasing a distinctive sound marked by dreamy melodies and introspective lyrics. His debut album, Where Polly People Go to Read, exemplifies his genre-defying approach, capturing the essence of his journey as an artist who seamlessly navigates between past influences and modern expression. With each release, Gus Dapperton continues to evolve his musical narrative, creating a unique space in the indie-pop landscape.

    As the band entered the stage, the crooning notes of “Fly Me to the Moon” reverberated from an old-timey speaker, setting an enchanting tone. From this moment, the audience was transported into the dreamy world that Dapperton effortlessly creates.

    The setlist unfolded like a carefully crafted narrative, seamlessly blending fan favorites and surprises. “Give It To Me Straight” and “Prune, You Talk Funny” showcased Dapperton’s signature blend of indie pop and funk-infused beats, keeping the crowd in a perpetual state of dance. The playful Drake-infused intro to “My Favorite Fish” added an unexpected twist, revealing the artist’s willingness to experiment within his established sound.

    Throughout the performance, Dapperton’s stage presence was magnetic, engaging the audience with every beat. The cover of Bruce Springsteen’s “I’m on Fire” demonstrated not only his vocal versatility but also his ability to reinterpret classics. A mysterious interlude came in the form of “Flatline,” injecting an element of suspense that kept the audience hanging onto each note.

    The energy reached its zenith during the encore, featuring “Horizons” and a lively rendition of “Twist and Shout.” Dapperton’s ability to connect with the audience and curate a setlist that seamlessly blended genres left concertgoers with a euphoric afterglow. The night stood as a testament to Dapperton’s artistry and showmanship, making it a performance to be remembered.

    Setlist: Fly Me to the Moon (In Other Words), Sunset, Palms, Give It To Me Straight, Ditch, [Prune, You Talk Funny], My Favorite Fish (With ‘In My Feelings’ by Drake intro), Medicine, [Gum, Toe and Sole], I’m Just Snacking, I’m on Fire (Bruce Springsteen cover), Flatline (Mystery song), First Aid, Midnight Train, Don’t Trust Me (3OH!3 cover), Fill Me Up Anthem, Wet Cement, Don’t Let Me Down, Post Humorous

    Encore: Horizons, Twist and Shout (The Top Notes cover)

  • In Focus: BEST EX at Heaven Can Wait

    Local native Mariel Loveland, better known by her stage moniker Best Ex, performed an intimate show this past Sunday evening (December 10) at Heaven Can Wait in the East Village, a neighborhood with rich musical history. Joined by Matthew Florio, who got his start with Loveland as her touring guitarist in 2017, the duo delivered a ten song, 35-minute set chock-full of indie pop melodies.

    Bathed in red strobe lights and accompanied by drum and keyboard backing tracks, Best Ex’s set featured numbers gifted from Loveland’s debut LP (With a Smile, Iodine Recordings) released this past October, to high acclaim. Outliers included the title track from Loveland’s second EP titled Good At Feeling Bad (No Sleep Records, 2020), an anthemic breakup song with a chorus begging to be sung along to, and “Lemons,” a song that finds Loveland drunk in a Penn Station bathroom contemplating life and loneliness at 3:00 am.

    Photo Credit: Michael Dinger

    Previously fronting Candy Hearts, which she co-founded in 2009 and served as primary songwriter, Loveland shed the pop punk genre and launched Best Ex, an offshoot project influenced by a calling to pop and pulsating club beats. During the last six years of her solo endeavor, Loveland has often taken a sarcastic, introspective look at the world around her, outwardly speaking about the challenges of being a woman in today’s music industry.

    Admittedly talking more than she usually does during a live show, it was wonderful to hear what Loveland’s songs mean to her firsthand, and the story behind each one. An already emotional set reached its pinnacle with the evening’s penultimate number “Stay With Me,” which saw Florio exit the stage for a few minutes as Loveland presented an acoustic rendering of said tune about struggling with anxiety and the fear of it being a burden on the one you love.

    Photo Credit: Michael Dinger

    The next holiday show for Best Ex is a gig at Alchemy in Providence, Rhode Island on December 16. If you are a fan of cynical breakup jams cloaked with fuzzy synths and dreamy guitar riffs – aren’t we all? – be sure to keep Best Ex on your radar for upcoming show announcements in 2024.

    Best Ex – Heaven Can Wait, East Village, NYC – December 10, 2023

    Setlist: With a Smile > Good At Feeling Bad > Tell Your Friends > Lemons > Give Me a Break > Salt On Skin > Die For You > I Promise to Ruin Your Life > Stay With Me > The End

  • In Focus: The 65th Street Session: Cory Wong, Louis Cato, Meshell Ndegeocello and Chris Thile

    The 65th Street Session project took place at the newly renovated David Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center in New York City (on 65th Street), the home of The New York Philharmonic, on November 28.

    Launched back in October, the first four shows are curated by Mandolin virtuoso, composer, singer, and winner of Grammy Awards Chris Thile. The series is a true collaboration with the space that lends itself to epic acoustics, striking new decor, flawless lighting, and a true 360 view for the audience assembled all around the stage.

    For the show, Thile assembled a pretty eclectic group of musicians that you might never get to see share the stage. Grammy-nominated guitarist Cory Wong (Vulfpeck, The Fearless Flyers), Louis Cato (bandleader of The Late Show Band), Grammy-winning singer-songwriter and bassist Meshell Ndegeocello.

    The show started with Thile, solo with his mandolin, his true comfort zone, as one by one the other artists came out and weaved in and out of each other’s songs. Mid-set allowed for Cory Wong to bring out his full touring band for four songs, and the show ended with a collaboration of all the artists sharing the stage. A truly magical night for any music lover, with something for everyone.

    The 65th Street Session – David Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center – November 28, 2023

    Setlist: Singularity, Dionysus, Keep On Pushing, Back & Forth, Bubbles, Airplane, Separado, Acceptance, Real Job, Reflections, Pop Life, Modern Time, Bluebird, 1/4 Chicken Dark, Virgo, Against Mastery, Little Lights

  • Isaac Mizrahi returns to Café Carlyle, February 6-17

    Isaac Mizrahi returns to the famed Café Carlyle in Manhattan with his show, “Mizrahi on Ice,” from February 6-17, 2024.

    Accompanied by his band of jazz musicians led by Ben Waltzer, Mizrahi will perform a range of tunes from Arthur Freed to Grace Jones. His previous residencies in the room were sellouts, receiving widespread critical acclaim.

    Café Carlyle Isaac Mizrahi

    The New York Times noted, “he qualifies as a founding father of a genre that fuses performance art, music and stand-up comedy.” 

    Isaac Mizrahi has worked extensively in the entertainment industry as a performer, host, writer, designer and producer for over 30 years. Along with his annual residency at Café Carlyle, Isaac has performed at various venues across the country such as Joe’s Pub, The Regency Ballroom, several City Winery locations nationwide and comes to the Carlyle fresh from a United States tour and his run as Amos Hart in the Broadway production of CHICAGO.

    He is the subject and co-creator of Unzipped, a documentary following the making of his Fall 1994 collection which received an award at the Sundance Film Festival. He hosted his own television talk show, “The Isaac Mizrahi Show” for seven years, has written three books, and has made countless appearances in movies and on television. He served as a judge on Project Runway: All-Stars for the series’ entire seven-season run and.  is just completing his first season of his record breaking podcast, HELLO ISAAC. The series can be streamed on iHeart radio, or wherever you listen to your podcasts.

    Café Carlyle is located in The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel (35 East 76th Street, at Madison Avenue). Tucked behind a Madison Avenue doorway, Café Carlyle welcomes its guests into a classic cabaret setting where incredible talent and music are paired with New York elegance and style, yet in an updated way. Originally opened in 1955, Café Carlyle is known for headlining incredible talent through the years – from classic performers such as Elaine Stritch and Eartha Kitt to more modern-day acts such as Jon Batiste, Isaac Mizrahi, Jeff Goldblum, Jill Kargman, Katharine McPhee, Dianna Agron, Alan Cumming, Debbie Harry and Rita Wilson. Café Carlyle, the New York City bastion of classic cabaret entertainment, continues to draw socialites, politicians and celebrities into its distinguished and glamorous setting.  

    Tickets are available online via Tock. General Seating: $140 per person / Premium Seating: $190 per person / Bar Seating: $110 per person.

  • One Last KISS for Madison Square Garden: Legendary Rock Band Plays Last Show At Home

    KISS’ End Of The Road Farewell Tour found them playing the second of two sold-out nights at the World’s Most Famous Arena, Madison Square Garden (MSG) in New York City on December 2. After 50 years of rock and roll music, KISS decided to go out where they started, at home in New York.

    Photo Credit: Instagram/thegarden

    The New York natives announced back in March of 2023 on The Howard Stern Show that the band’s final show was to take place where it all started. KISS was able to sell out The Garden for the second straight night ahead of their final curtain call.

    All around the arena leading up to the show, the energy was through the roof. People dressed as their favorite members of KISS past or present and were walking around, dining in the local restaurants, or being interviewed by members of the press outside. Other fans flocked to the giant screens outside MSG promoting the sold-out show to snap a photo.

    Before KISS hit the stage, Amber Wild got the chilly New York crowd in the right mood for the rock and roll domination that was going to take place. Amber Wild consists of Jacob Massanari on bass, Marshall Via on guitar, Thomas Lowrey on drums and Evan Stanley on lead vocals and guitar. Stanley is the son of KISS frontman, Paul Stanley, who is also a founding member of KISS .

    Amber Wild performed just six songs for the audience. Despite the short set, the band made sure that the New Yorkers didn’t forget them. From the moment that they jumped on stage, fans immediately took notice as the band jumped into one of their first singles called “Breakout.” From that moment until they left the stage, fans listened intently as the next wave of rock and roll music debuted before them.

    Photo Credit: Instagram/amberwildband

    After pre-recorded interviews with the band and other interviews with family and friends that were being broadcast on PPV.com were complete, the house lights dimmed and Led Zeppelin’s “Rock and Roll” off of Led Zeppelin IV blasted through the speakers signaling that it was time for KISS to take the stage. This version of KISS consists of founding member Paul Stanley on lead vocals and guitar, founding member Gene Simmons on bass and vocals, Eric Singer on drums, and Tommy Thayer on lead guitar

    Photo Credit: Instagram/kissonline

    As KISS entered from the ceiling on platforms, the band blasted in “Detroit Rock City” off of Destroyer, and from there, they played 20 songs that spanned their entire catalog. From classic songs off their self-titled debut record to one of their most recent albums, 2009s Sonic Boom, every era of KISS was played. This is in part because KISS has become a generational band. Kids as young as three and people as old as their 70s attend this final show as the KISS Army joined and became one for one final time.

    Photo Credit: Instagram/thegarden

    For the entire two-hour show, the entire arena did not sit down once. From the fans on the floor to the bleacher creatures up in the rafters, fans stood the entire time as they witnessed the final show from their beloved band. Throughout the entire show, the classic KISS theatrics took center stage. Before “God of Thunder,” Simmons spat out fake blood and breathed fire after “I Love It Loud,” Thayer shot rockets out of his guitar after “Cold Gin” and Stanley flew through the air to a mini stage in the middle of the crowd to sing “Love Gun” and “ I Was Made For Lovin’ You.” KISS did not miss a beat the entire show.

    They looked and sounded like they were at the top of their game. If you put them up against any version of the band, it would be hard to pick a winner due to the band being at its peak of performing.

    Photo Credit: Instagram/thegarden

    Stanley and Simmons were very thankful for all the fans who showed up to every one of their concerts as throughout the show, they kept saying “thank you” to the cameras as well as making hearts with their hands to show their appreciation. The band has cited throughout their career that the fans are the ones that got them there and that they will always be thankful to them for that.

    Photo Credit: Instagram/thegarden

    As the show powered through into the night, the anticipation of former members jumping on stage hit an all-time high when Singer sang “Beth.” For the other two encore songs that ended with the KISS anthem of “Rock and Roll All Nite,” no former members of the band jumped on stage with the current lineup which didn’t sour anyone’s mood as the band went out with a bang.

    Photo Credit: Instagram/thegarden

    As the band took their final bows and announced that a new era of KISS was coming (which ended up being digital Avatars of the band), fans excited MSG with commemorative 24 Karat Gold plated tickets. As fans spilled out onto 34th street in Manhattan, they knew that they helped write the final chapter of KISS-story that started in 1974 with their self-titled debut record and ended, where it all began, in New York.

    Amber Wild setlist: Breakout, Constant Constellations, Struggle, Three Shakes, Silver, Lover

    KISS Setlist: Detroit Rock City, Shout It Out Loud, Deuce, War Machine, Heaven’s on Fire, I Love It Loud, Say Yeah, Cold Gin, Lick It Up, Calling Dr. Love, Makin’ Love, Psycho Circus, 100,000 Years, God of Thunder, Love Gun, I Was Made for Lovin’ You, Black Diamond, Beth, Do You Love Me, Rock and Roll All Nite

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1n1GO7U68Yg

  • The Public Theater Presents Alicia Keys’ New Musical Hell’s Kitchen

    The Public Theater is presenting the coming-of-age musical, Hell’s Kitchen, on stage this fall. The production has now been extended twice, running through January 7 at Manhattan’s historic nonprofit theater.

    Hell's Kitchen Musical logo graphic

    Written by Grammy Award-winner Alicia Keys, Hell’s Kitchen follows the story of Ali, a 17-year-old New Yorker reaching towards her dreams, falling in love, and navigating mother-daughter relationships. She encounters a neighbor playing piano, which opens new doors for her into unexpected and exciting new opportunities.

    Based somewhat on Alicia Keys’ own experiences, the legendary artist worked for over 13 years to perfect the full body of work that is now showing at New York’s Public Theater.

    The show is choreographed by Tony nominee Camille A. Brown, and directed by yet another Tony nominee, Michael Grief. With a stacked production team and a cast featuring Maleah Joi Moon as protagonist Ali alongside Shoshana Bean (Wicked), and Brandon Victor Dixon (The Color Purple, Hamilton), the show delivers a heartfelt and impactful story.

    Hell's Kitchen musical, onstage
    Photo Credit: Joan Marcus

    Now playing at the Public Theater, Hell’s Kitchen was originally scheduled to run through mid-December, but has now been extended for audiences through January 7, 2024. Tickets for all shows are available now. Lottery and discounted tickets are also available.

    Open captioned, masked, and sign language interpreted performances will also be held on select dates. Tickets and all information are available at publictheater.com.

  • Real Estate Announces New Album ‘Daniel,’ Alongside 2 NY Shows

    Indie rock group Real Estate announced their upcoming album, to be released this February 23 titled Daniel. This release will mark the band’s sixth full length record, as they prepare to embark on their cross-country tour with two shows in New York State.

    Real Estate band

    The first single off Real Estate’s upcoming album is out now, titled “Water Underground.” The track comes with an official music video inspired by the 1990s Nickelodeon show The Adventures of Pete and Pete. Starring members of the show’s original cast, Danny Tamberelli and Michael C Maronna, the video pays homage to the 90s nostalgia and both the band and actors’ shared New Jersey roots.

    Real Estate will embark on an impressive North American tour this spring, with two shows across New York State. The group will play at NYC’s Webster Hall on April 18, followed by Woodstock’s Levon Helm Studios on April 20. The tour spans over 30 cities, beginning this March 1 in Vancouver, BC.

    Daniel by Real Estate album cover

    The band’s upcoming album, Daniel, was recorded in nine days at Nashville’s RCA Studio A facility. The 11-track record touches on themes and topics from their earliest work, revisited with the perspective of adulthood and experience. Daniel is available for pre-order now.

    General onsale for tickets begins on December 1. Local and artist presales begin on Nov 29. More information is available at realestatetheband.com.

    Real Estate 2024 Tour Dates

    03/01/24 – Vancouver, BC @ Hollywood Theatre*

    03/02/24 – Seattle, WA @ The Showbox*

    03/03/24 – Portland, OR @ Revolution Hall*

    03/05/24 – Salt Lake City, UT @ The Urban Lounge*

    03/06/24 – Denver, CO @ The Gothic Theatre*

    03/08/24 – Santa Fe, NM @ Meow Wolf*

    03/09/24 – Phoenix, AZ @ Crescent Ballroom*

    03/10/24 – San Diego, CA @ The Observatory North Park*

    03/11/24 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Bellwether*

    03/13/24 – San Francisco, CA @ Bimbo’s 365 Club*

    04/05/24 – Montreal, QC @ Beanfield Theatre (formerly Corona Theatre)^

    04/06/24 – Toronto, ON @ Masonic Temple – The Concert Hall^

    04/07/24 – Detroit, MI @ El Club^

    04/08/24 – Milwaukee, WI @ Vivarium^

    04/10/24 – Minneapolis, MN @ Fine Line^

    04/11/24 – Chicago, IL @ Thalia Hall^

    04/12/24 – Cleveland, OH @ Mahall’s^

    04/13/24 – Pittsburgh, PA @ Mr. Smalls Theatre^

    04/15/24 – Washington, DC @ 9:30 Club^

    04/16/24 – Philadelphia, PA @ Union Transfer^

    04/17/24 – Boston, MA @ Royale^

    04/18/24 – New York, NY @ Webster Hall^

    04/20/24 – Woodstock, NY @ Levon Helm Studios^

    05/16/24 – Houston, TX @ White Oak Music Hall #

    05/17/24 – Austin, TX @ Scoot Inn

    05/18/24 – Fort Worth, TX @ Tannahill’s Tavern & Music Hall

    05/20/24 – Kansas City, MO @ The Truman #

    05/21/24 – St. Louis, MO @ Delmar Hall #

    05/22/24 – Louisville, KY @ Whirling Tiger #

    05/23/24 – Nashville, TN @ Basement East 

    05/24/24 – Asheville, NC @ Orange Peel #

    05/25/24 – Saxapahaw, NC @ Haw River Ballroom #

    05/26/24 – Atlanta, GA @ Variety Playhouse

    * w/ Florry

    ^ w/ Marina Allen

    # w/ Water From Your Eyes

  • Comedian Sebastian Maniscalco Announces Tour, Six Stops in New York

    Comedian, actor, and podcast host Sebastian Maniscalco has announced his 2024 It Ain’t Right Tour, stopping in New York City, Albany, Rochester, Buffalo, and Syracuse.

    Sebastian Maniscalco is the undisputed king of physical comedy, hailed by The New York Times as the “hottest comic in America.” He has been performing for over two decades gaining a massive loyal fanbase. With his tireless work ethic and undeniable talent, Maniscalco commands the crowd with his witty jokes and honesty. During his latest tour, he conquered New York City by selling out Madison Square Garden, Barclays Center, UBS Arena, and Prudential Center. With residencies at the Borgata Event Center in Atlantic City, as well as the Wynn, Encore Theatre in Las Vegas, he continues his record-breaking arena shows that earned him the top spot on Pollstar’s Top Comedy Tours list.

    He has also starred in six comedy specials for networks such as Netflix, Showtime, and Comedy Central. Maniscalco’s success in comedy extends beyond the stand-up stage. His talents have translated to film, television, and podcasting. His new series Bookie, co-produced by Maniscalco and Chuck Lorre, premieres in November of 2023 on HBO MAX. The show follows a veteran bookie navigating the impending legalization of sports gambling and the evolving culture that bounces him around Los Angeles. 

    Credit: Peggy Sirota.

    Maniscalco can be seen on the big screen in projects such as the animated feature film The Super Mario Bros. Movie, the Neil Bogart biopic Spinning Gold, and the dramedy Somewhere in Queens with Ray Romano and Laurie Metcalf. In 2023, Maniscalco marked his first role as a leading man when he co-wrote and starred in About My Father, loosely based on his Italian family experience, alongside Robert De Niro. Maniscalco also appeared in Martin Scorsese’s crime drama, The Irishman, and Peter Farrelly’s Oscar-winning Green Book.

    Along with TV and standup, Maniscalco currently hosts two podcasts, Daddy vs. Doctor and The Pete and Sebastian Show. He is also the author of the national best-selling memoir, “Stay Hungry,” an inspiring, and honest collection of essays that traces his career from trials and tribulations – to reaching the pinnacles of comedy success. 

    “Hop on the ‘It Ain’t Right’ tour, where I’ll roast today’s absurdities – nonexistent manners, wallet-wincing prices, and the social media circus,” said Maniscalco. “Join me in laughing at the wrongs in this shameless world!”

    Tickets will be available starting with artist presale on Wednesday, November 29. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general on-sale beginning on Friday, December 1 at 10 a.m.

    IT AIN’T RIGHT 2024 TOUR DATES: 

    Thu Jul 11 – Norfolk, VA – Norfolk Scope Arena

    Fri Jul 12 – Raleigh, NC – PNC Arena

    Sat Jul 13 – Asheville, NC – ExploreAsheville.com Arena

    Thu Jul 18 – Jacksonville, FL – VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena

    Fri Jul 19 – Savannah, GA – Enmarket Arena

    Sat Jul 20 – Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena

    Sun Jul 21 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena

    Thu Aug 08 – Houston, TX – Toyota Center

    Fri Aug 09 – Austin, TX – Moody Center

    Sat Aug 10 – Dallas, TX – American Airlines Center

    Sun Aug 11 – San Antonio, TX – Frost Bank Center

    Thu Aug 15 – Phoenix, AZ – Footprint Center

    Fri Aug 16 – San Diego, CA – Viejas Arena

    Sun Aug 18 – San Francisco, CA – Chase Center

    Thu Sep 12 – Orlando, FL – Amway Center

    Fri Sep 13 – North Charleston, SC – North Charleston Coliseum

    Sat Sep 14 – Charlotte, NC – PNC Music Pavilion

    Wed Sep 18 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden 

    Thu Sep 19 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden 

    Thu Sep 26 – Pittsburgh, PA – PPG Paints Arena

    Fri Sep 27 – Philadelphia, PA – Wells Fargo Center

    Sat Sep 28 – Washington, DC – Capital One Arena

    Sun Sep 29 – Wilkes-Barre, PA – Mohegan Sun Arena

    Thu Oct 03 – Albany, NY – MVP Arena

    Fri Oct 04 – Boston, MA – TD Garden

    Sun Oct 06 – Hershey, PA – GIANT Center

    Thu Oct 17 – Winnipeg, MB – Canada Life Centre

    Sat Oct 19 – Edmonton, AB – Rogers Place

    Sun Oct 20 – Calgary, AB – Scotiabank Saddledome

    Thu Oct 24 – Vancouver, BC – Rogers Arena

    Fri Oct 25 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena

    Sat Oct 26 – Portland, OR – Moda Center

    Wed Nov 06 – Milwaukee, WI – Fiserv Forum

    Fri Nov 08 – Chicago, IL – United Center

    Sat Nov 09 – Chicago, IL– United Center

    Sun Nov 10 – Fairborn, OH – Nutter Center

    Thu Nov 14 – Youngstown, OH – The Covelli Centre

    Fri Nov 15 – Rochester, NY – Blue Cross Arena

    Sat Nov 16 – Buffalo, NY – KeyBank Center

    Sun Nov 17 – Syracuse, NY – Oncenter War Memorial Arena

    Thu Nov 21 – Montreal, QC– Bell Centre

    Fri Nov 22 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena

    Sun Nov 24 – Ottawa, ON – Canadian Tire Centre

    Wed Dec 04 – Estero, FL – Hertz Arena

    Sat Dec 07 – Tampa, FL – Amalie Arena

    Thu Dec 12 – Omaha, NE – CHI Health Center

    Fri Dec 13 – Peoria, IL – Peoria Civic Center Arena

    Sat Dec 14 – St. Louis, MO – Enterprise Center

    Sun Dec 15 – Des Moines, IA – Wells Fargo Arena

  • R&B Star Fridayy To Headline Webster Hall On December 5

    Grammy-nominated R&B sensation Fridayy is heading to New York City as part of his “A Night w Fridayy” tour. The Def Jam signee is in the midst of his first country-wide trek following the release of his self-titled debut-album in August of 2023. Moreover, the Haitian-bred singer will hit 4 major markets during a 4-date mini troop. Presented by Live Nation, the Philadelphia native will perform in four of the countries biggest markets, further establishing himself as a force in the industry. With this intention, the tour will begin with a sold-out show in Atlanta on Friday, December 1, followed by a two-night east coast run — icluding a hometown performance in Philadelphia’s Theater of Living Arts — and a stop at Manhattan’s Webster Hall. Altogether, “A Night w Fridayy” culminates with another sold-out show in Los Angeles.

    Fridayy to perform at Webster Hall
    Grammy-nominated Fridayy heading to Webster Hall on December 5

    Fridayy’s Comeup

    Following years laying groundwork, Fridayy gained mainstream traction with features on DJ Khaled’s “God Did” and Lil Baby’s “Forever,” with the former’s success earning him 3 Grammy-nominations. Since then, the R&B crooner has gone on to release his debut project while continuing to set personal milestones. Accordingly, he made his  BET Soul Train Awards debut this past Sunday as he performed his latest single, “When It Comes To You.”

    Tickets for “A Night w Fridayy”can be found here.

  • American Classical Orchestra’s Holiday Concert: Italian Masterpieces at Corpus Christi Church

    In a festive celebration of Italian musical heritage, the American Classical Orchestra (ACO), under the guidance of Founder and Artistic Director Thomas Crawford, is set to enchant audiences with a holiday concert program on Thursday, December 14 at 7 PM at Corpus Christi Church, located at W. 121 St. between Broadway & Amsterdam in Manhattan.

    This concert marks the second of four Manhattan performances by the ACO this season, featuring a captivating selection of Italian works, including the rediscovery of Antonio Bencini’s long-lost Christmas oratorio “Gesù Nato” and Antonio Gianettini’s “Magnificat,” in collaboration with the Academy of Sacred Drama.

    The heart of the program lies in the resurrection of Antonio Bencini’s forgotten masterpiece, “Gesù Nato,” rescued from the depths of the Vatican archives. This Christmas oratorio, composed in 1742, offers a glimpse into the enchanting world of the Nativity, featuring vocal soloists, a choir, and a vibrant orchestra of trumpets, oboes, and strings. Antonio Gianettini’s “Magnificat” and five psalm settings, written for four-part chorus with string accompaniment, further enrich the program, providing a sonic tapestry rooted in the Roman Catholic tradition.

    The evening will be graced by the talents of renowned soloists:

    Linda Tsatsanis (Soprano): Praised by The New York Times for her “ravishing” performance at the Boston Early Music Festival.
    Kate Maroney (Mezzo-Soprano): A CBC and Naxos recording artist, also recognized for her expertise as a voice and vocal pedagogy teacher at Mannes School of Music and Yale University.
    Alex Guerrero (Tenor): Applauded by The New York Times for his “apt comic timing,” Guerrero has been a featured singer in numerous ACO performances.

    The members of the American Classical Orchestra Chorus will join forces with the soloists to deliver a mesmerizing performance under the baton of Thomas Crawford.

    Antonio Gianettini, a 17th-century Italian organist, singer, and composer, will take center stage with his Psalms and the majestic Magnificat. Having served as maestro di cappella to Francesco II d’Este, Duke of Modena, Gianettini’s compositions were cherished in both Italy and Germany during his lifetime.

    The rediscovery of Antonio Bencini’s “Gesù Nato” is a significant musical event, offering what is likely the modern premiere of this hidden gem. Composed in 1742, the oratorio captures the spirit of the Nativity and was tucked away in the Vatican Library for three centuries before resurfacing.

    This performance is a collaborative effort between ACO and the Academy of Sacred Drama, founded by ACO violinist and scholar Jeremy Rhizor in 2013. The Academy is dedicated to Baroque oratorio that draws inspiration from biblical tales and the lives of saints, enriching the cultural and spiritual experience.

    Tickets for this musical extravaganza are priced at $75, $55, and $35, and can be purchased at ACO’s website or by calling ACO at (212) 362-2727, ext. 4.