In a 2013 filled with skeevy swagger and bombastic braggadocio, Lorde stood way out. The 17-year-old Kiwi stormed the charts with "Royals," a cool, collected anti-banger sung from the perspective of a pop outsider looking in. When she hits town for this trio of gigs, she might even have a Grammy or four to her name. Lorde may never be royal, but feel free to bow down. In the opening slot, Matthew Hemerlein, who performs as Lo-Fang, shows off his modern-day singer-songsmithery, which matches soulful crooning to beats equally indebted to hip-hop and chamber music.
Once spring rolls around, you've likely had your fill of winter's brooding, reflective tunes. Tune in to some concerts in NYC with this spring's concert calendar that is all about the communal dance party, with a soundtrack by an unstoppable lineup of pop-savvy females. Check out the first big NYC headlining shows by recent Grammy winner and 2013 breakout sensation Lorde; a two-night stand by blockbuster L.A. sister act Haim; a trio of area gigs by that risqué wrecking ball herself, Miley Cyrus; and even an appearance from iconic belter Cher. If all that wasn't cool enough, we've got a run of super-intimate xx gigs coming up too. We'll see you out and about!
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