NYC This Weekend: Concerts or Crying in a Corner?
Let's face it, folks. Another weekend in the concrete jungle looms, and with it, the age-old question: conquer the concert scene or become one with your couch? Well, fret no more, because this trusty guide is here to navigate the glorious, messy, and often wallet-draining world of NYC concerts this weekend.
The Headliners: From Big Names to Big Decisions
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The Has-Beens vs. The Hot New Thang: We've got Billy Joel gracing Madison Square Garden with his piano-playing prowess (and, presumably, a healthy dose of nostalgia). But if classic rock ain't your jam, there's the ever-so-slightly-less-wrinkled Nicki Minaj bringing the beats to Barclays Center. Do you choose comfort in the familiar or gamble on the next big thing? This is a decision that could spark think pieces longer than this entire post.
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The "I Didn't Even Know They Were Still a Thing" Award Goes To... This weekend's winner is none other than The Black Crowes. Get ready to dust off your ripped jeans and bandanas, because a dose of 90s rock is heading to Radio City Music Hall. Just be sure to loosen up your neck beforehand – those headbanging days might be a distant memory.
The Indie Gems: Where the Cool Kids Are (Hiding)
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Spanish Love Songs with Special Guests: Anxiety and Regret: This one's for all the emos out there. Catch Spanish Love Songs at Warsaw in Brooklyn, just be prepared for an evening of beautifully melancholic tunes that will have you contemplating the meaning of life (and maybe calling your ex – don't judge). Bonus points if you can name all the bands they're referencing in their song titles.
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Oneohtrix Point Never: Because Your Parents Won't Get It: This electronic artist is bringing his brand of weird and wonderful to Brooklyn Paramount. If you like your music experimental and your light shows seizure-inducing, this is the show for you. Just be sure to bring earplugs for your non-adventurous friends.
The "This Sounds Interesting... But What Exactly Is It?" Category
- The Concert Circuit Fan Bus: Busta Rhymes Pre-Concert Celebration: Intrigued? Us too. Is it a party on a bus? A tailgate for a concert? A fever dream? The details are murky, but hey, it involves Busta Rhymes so it can't be all bad. Enter at your own risk, but report back afterwards – science needs to know.
So, what are you waiting for? Grab your friends (or that trusty couch), dust off your dancing shoes (or pajamas), and conquer the NYC concert scene this weekend. Just remember, there's no shame in a little post-concert crying – it might just be the opening act for next week's adventures.
