The New York music scene is filled with amazing live music
each and every night. From big name artists selling out arenas to smaller
artists vying for your attention at smaller clubs, there is never a dull
moment.
This weekend will be no different, as a wide range of
artists will be in town for a variety of different shows and festivals. Global
Citizens Festival, Brooklyn Comes Alive and the Never Leaving New York
festivals will all be taking place this weekend. Billy Joel will be continuing
his record-breaking Madison Square Garden residency. Chance the Rapper will be
playing a special one-off show. The Mighty Mighty Bosstones, Boris, Dokken and
more will be providing ample opportunities for rock fans of all kinds to “rock
out.”
Vinyl Bay 777, Long Island’s music outlet, loves live music.
That’s why we’ve compiled a list of this weekend’s hottest shows happening in
the New York and Long Island areas. Here are 11 events that you won’t want to
miss.
1.
Ginuwine:
Best known for his 1996 single “Pony,” Ginuwine’s smooth R&B vocals have
been making fans melt for more than two decades. His last proper solo album,
2011’s ‘Elgin,’ was his fifth album to crack the top 10 on the Billboard
R&B chart. Catch him tonight as he gives you all those sweet 90s feels. Shae
Williams and DJ Prince Hakim will be opening the show. (Friday, Sony Hall)
2.
Justin Willman: Part comedian part magician,
Justin Willman’s work is phenomenal. The way he presents his ideas will leave
you in stitches as he blows your mind with his simple but astounding illusions.
Willman brings his Fake Believe tour to New York for five shows this weekend. (Friday
- Sunday, Caroline’s on Broadway)
3.
Global Citizen Festival: Bringing attention to
the issue of extreme poverty, Global Citizen aims to get people involved in
exacting change. This year’s festival will include performances from Janet
Jackson, The
Weeknd, Shawn Mendez, Cardi B, Janelle Monae and John
Legend, who will be raising awareness during their sets. Ticketing for the
festival is over, however the event is being aired on MSNBC, nbcnews.com and
iHeartRadio. (Saturday, Central Park)
4.
Jimmy G Benefit: Murphy’s
Law frontman Jimmy Gestapo went through gallbladder surgery earlier this
year, which found the singer facing high medical bills. The band has been
trying to raise money for him ever since. The latest effort comes in the form
of a benefit show happening in Tompkins Square Park this weekend. Headlining
the show is ska-punk stalwart the Mighty Mighty Bosstones, along with opening
sets from Sheer Terror, Killing Time, Combust and some special guests. (Saturday,
Tompkins Square Park)
5.
Boris: Japanese rockers Boris recently
celebrated their 25th anniversary together, releasing a brand new
album, ‘Dear,’ to mark the occasion. With a larger-than-life stage show and a
sound that appeals to fans of both heavy rock and experimental, these guys are
not one to miss. The band plays a small one-off show in Brooklyn this weekend. (Saturday,
Schimanski)
6.
Chance the Rapper: Chance the Rapper has been
having a real breakthrough over the past few years. His debut album, 2016’s ‘Coloring
Book,’ earned three Grammys, making it the first streaming-only album to receive
the award. Since then, the artist has been doing a lot of good with his
newfound fame, including donating to the Chicago Public Schools. Chance hits
New York for a special show sponsored by Spotify’s RapCaviar. The show also
features up-and-comers Sheck Wes, Tierra Whack and DJ SpinKing. (Saturday, Ford
Amphitheater at Coney Island)
7.
Brooklyn Comes Alive: The fourth-annual Brooklyn
Comes Alive festival will be taking place this weekend, bringing together more
than 50 musicians of varying genres for a bit of musical experimentation. Included
in the mix are tributes to Prince, Gregg Allman, Steely Dan and more, as well
as instant jam sessions leading to once-in-a-lifetime collaborations. Festival
goers will have in-and-out access to all three venues involved. (Saturday,
Brooklyn Bowl / Music Hall of Williamsburg / Rough Trade)
8.
There’s No Leaving New York Festival: The
National are throwing a two day festival in Queens this weekend to close
out Forest Hills Stadium’s 2018 concert season. Saturday festival goers will
have the chance to see Jason
Isbell and the 400 Unit, Phoebe Bridgers, Cigarettes After Sex and Adia Victoria,
while Sunday attendees will be treated to sets from Future Islands, Cat Power
U.S. Girls and Bully. The National headline both nights. (Saturday &
Sunday, Forest Hills Stadium)
9.
Dokken:
Classic metal band Dokken is reportedly heading back into the studio to record
their first album in six years. Current guitarist Jon Levin told
AllThatShreds.com (as reported by Blabbermouth.net) that the new music will
have that “classic Dokken sound” fans have come to love. Hear all the old tunes
one more time when the band’s fall tour hits Long Island this weekend. (Sunday,
Mulcahy’s)
10.
Pete
Yorn: Earlier this year, singer/songwriter Pete Yorn and actress Scarlet
Johansen reunited for a new collaborative EP, ‘Apart,’ their first together in
nine years. Whether he tackles any of those songs or strictly sticks to the
hits of his solo repertoire during his current east coast acoustic tour, which
kicked off this week, remains to be seen. (Sunday, Gramercy Theatre)
11.
Billy
Joel: Long Island’s prodigal son returns for a record-breaking 102nd
show at Madison Square Garden this weekend, the 56th of his monthly
residency. The show is once again sold out, though you can count on Joel
performing shows there through December, as well as a special New Year’s Eve
show at Nassau Coliseum. (Sunday, Madison Square Garden)
With all the hot shows happening in New York and Long
Island, this weekend is the perfect time to explore what the music scene has to
offer. Check out these or any of the smaller shows happening around the area
and let us know who you’re excited to see live in the comments below.
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