The five best NYC concerts for the week of February 24, 2020

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Looking for something to do while in New York City? There’s nothing better than an exciting concert to check out your favorite band or discover a new one. Here are some of the best concerts taking place in the Big Apple from February 24 through March 1. Tickets for these gigs are on sale to the general public right now.

Thursday, February 27

American Authors & Magic Giant @ Webster Hall

American Authors & Magic Giant end their Band of Brothers Road Show inside Webster Hall. This trek finds both bands joining forces as one with a set filled with hits from both acts. Both bands teamed up for the 2019 single “Rocketman.” American Authors are supporting their latest studio album Seasons, which features the hit single “Bring It On Home.” Magic Giant’s last studio album is 2017’s In the Wind. Public, who went viral with the track “Make You Mine,” will open.

Parlor Walls, Lutkie @ Union Pool

NYC duo Parlor Walls will hold the record release show for their new album Heavy Tongue inside Union Pool. The seven track release was co-produced by the band and Kevin McMahon, who worked with acts such as Titus Andronicus, Frightened Rabbit, and The Mooney Suzuki. Lutkie and Activity will open.

Machine Girl, Kilbourne @ Saint Vitus Bar

Before hitting the road with Code Orange this spring, NYC digital hardcore outfit Machine Girl will have a record release show inside Saint Vitus Bar. Earlier this month, they gave fans a treat with MG Demo Disc, which includes a slew of demos from over the years. Joining them as support are Kilbourne, .gif from god, LustSickPuppy, and Versus.

Saturday, February 29

Chelsea Cutler, Alexander 23 @ Terminal 5

Pop singer Chelsea Cutler kicks off a two night stint inside Terminal 5 (night two takes place on Tuesday, March 3). Last month, they released their debut studio album How to Be Human, which debuted at number 23 on the Billboard Top 200 chart. Fellow pop acts Alexander 23, who recently unveiled their new single “I Hate You So Much,” and X Lovers, who are supporting their debut EP Virgin, will join as support.

Sunday, March 1

Cult Of Luna, Emma Ruth Rundle @ Gramercy Theatre

Swedish metal act Cult of Luna head to Gramercy Theatre to promote their new studio album A Dawn to Fear. Joining them as support are Emma Ruth Rundle, who is supporting their latest record On Dark Horses, and Intronaut, who’ll release their new studio album Fluid Existential Inversions on Friday.

The five best NYC concerts for the week of January 20, 2020

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In the mood to discover your new favorite music act? Well, New York City is packed with a ton of concerts for your pleasure. We’ve picked five amazing shows taking place across the city from January 20 through January 26. Tickets for these concerts are on sale to the general public right now.

Wednesday, January 22

Bad Waitress @ Mercury Lounge

Last week, Canadian punk group Bad Waitress unveiled their new single “That’s Sedative.” On Wednesday, the band will play an early show inside the Mercury Lounge with support from Castle Rat and Old Lady. Bad Waitress have been seen touring with acts such as Rise Against and The Bronx in support of their debut EP Party Bangers Volume:1.

J Roddy Walston, Parker Gispert @ Bowery Ballroom

J. Roddy Walston will give some fan favorites from J. Roddy Walston and the Business a new feeling with some synthesizers and pianos. Aside from the re-imagined tunes, the singer will also introduce some new songs during this special performance. The Whigs frontman Parker Gispert, who unveiled their solo debut album Sunlight Tonight in 2018, will open.

Thursday, January 23

Ider, Raia Wes @ Rough Trade NYC

U.K. alternative rock duo Ider will arriving inside Rough Trade NYC to promote their debut album Emotional Education. The act have been earning mileage in Europe with tours alongside Tegan and Sara and Oh Wonder. Songwriter Raia Was, who is supporting their new EP titled Angel I'm Frightened (Side A), will open.

The Sadies, Cliff Westfall @ Union Pool

Canadian rock band The Sadies will have a two night stint inside Union Pool on Thursday, January 23 and Friday, January 24. Their Thursday performance will feature special guest Cliff Westfall, who is supporting their album Baby You Win. On January 24, the band will release their split with King Khan. The Sadies’ last studio album was 2017’s Northern Passages.

Friday, January 24

Samantha Urbani, Sedona @ Elsewhere

Last fall, Samantha Urbani made their return with the electric track “Made in Love.” The artist will have a special headlining show inside Elsewhere to test some new material. Joining them as support are Sedona, who will release their debut EP this year, and Tara, who unveiled their new single “Nine to Five” last month.

The five best NYC concerts for the week of January 13, 2020

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As the City That Never Sleeps, there’s always something going down in New York City. For music lovers, there’s always a concert for their live experience needs. We have five of the best concerts taking place in New York City from Monday, January 13 through Sunday, January 19. Tickets for these concerts are on sale to the general public right now.

Friday, January 17

Cashmere Cat @ Webster Hall

Grammy-nominated producer Cashmere Cat will arrive at Webster Hall to promote their latest studio album Princess Catgirl. The seven track album, which includes the singles "Emotions" and "For Your Eyes Only," peaked at number 12 on the Dance/Electronic Albums charts. Joining Cashmere Cat as support are Zora Jones and Sinjin Hawke. Tickets for Cashmere Cat's postponed December 4th performance will be honored here.

Emily Claman, Nathan Brouillet @ Mercury Lounge

New York City-based singer Emily Claman takes the stage at Mercury Lounge for an early performance. Claman's first single "Gone" gained some buzz through Spotify's Discover Weekly playlist. They're slated to release their debut EP soon. Joining Claman is Nathan Brouillet, who spent 2019 releasing the singles "I Follow A Light" and "Angels In America."

Lovelorn, Reduction Plan @ Gold Sounds Bar

Featuring former members of Philadelphia psychedelic-punk group Creepoid, Lovelorn will make their way to Brooklyn's Gold Sounds Bar for a night of new music. Forming in 2018, the band have unveiled a handful of songs so far, including "Chains" and "Candle." Joining them as support are Reduction Plan, Kissed by an Animal, and Dismal Stars.

Saturday, January 18

The Smithereens (feat. Marshall Crenshaw) @ Sony Hall

Following the death of singer Pat DiNizio in 2017, New Jersey rock group The Smithereens have been using guest vocalists to continue DiNizio's legacy. Their performance inside Sony Hall will feature Marshall Crenshaw, who is best known for his singles "Someday, Someway" and "Whenever You're on My Mind." In 2018, the band was inducted into the New Jersey Hall of Fame.

Sunday, January 19

Virginia Plain, Plates of Cake @ Union Pool

Union Pool will be the place for a double record release show from glam pop group Virginia Plain and psychedelic rockers Plates of Cake. Virginia Plain, which was formed in 2012 by Alfra Martini, unveiled their debut studio album Strange Game last month. Plates of Cake also unveiled their fifth studio album Decline and Fall in December. Indiepop Pale Lights, whose last studio album was 2017's The Stars Seemed Brighter, will open.