Mitski @ Kings Theatre - Brooklyn
February 27th, 2024: Mitski @ Kings Theatre - Brooklyn, NY
Mitski - Photos Courtesy of: Chinaza Ajuonuma
Mitski's performance at Kings Theatre on February 27th was a mesmerizing journey through her emotive catalog, leaving the audience spellbound with her raw talent and captivating stage presence. As she took the stage, Mitski delved deep into her music, delivering each song with a powerful intensity that held the crowd in rapt attention from start to finish. Her interpretive dancing added an extra layer of emotion, allowing her to convey the depth of her lyrics viscerally and poignantly.
From the haunting melodies of "Buffalo Replaced" to the pulsating energy of "Geyser," Mitski showcased the breadth of her musical prowess, effortlessly transitioning between moments of vulnerability and strength. The setlist was a carefully curated journey through her discography, with highlights including the achingly beautiful "First Love/Late Spring" and the anthemic "I Will Always Love You After You."
As the evening unfolded, Mitski's connection with the audience became palpable, with each song drawing the crowd deeper into her world. The encore, preceded by a three-minute ovation, was a fitting conclusion to the night, featuring soul-stirring renditions of "Nobody" and "Washing Machine Heart" that left the audience longing for more.
Overall, Mitski's performance at Kings Theatre was nothing short of extraordinary, showcasing her immense talent as both a musician and a performer. With her emotive vocals, evocative lyrics, and captivating stage presence, Mitski left an indelible impression on all who were fortunate enough to witness her live.
Mitski @ Radio City Music Hall - NYC
July 23rd 2022: Mitski @ Radio City Music Hall: New York City, NY
Mitski - Photos Courtesy of Em Grey
Last Friday - singer-songwriter Mitski played her largest show in NYC's iconic Radio City Music Hall, dazzling thousands of fans with her boisterous indie rock along with her emotional crooning vocals. Arriving at the venue on time, I witnessed the longest merch line I had ever seen at a Mitski show in my career; I have been lucky enough to see this very well-deserved artist garner a massive fanbase, going from DIY venues to touring with Lorde and headlining (and selling out) two nights at Radio City herself. Knowing Mitski, this is a perfect venue for her, as her shows err on the side of theatrical and emotional compared to her genremates.
Canadian folk band The Weather Station opened the night up, citing "this is the largest venue we have ever played." They delivered a beautifully composed set, with frontman Tamara Hope donning a mirrored blazer halfway through the set, providing gorgeous reflections and visuals throughout the entire hall. The crowd bobbed along excitedly, with anticipation bubbling in the crowd.
Mitski arrived on stage at 9:10, in front of a single set piece of a door in front of the stage drapes.
Opening the night with "Love Me More", the set included a wonderful blend of previous releases aside from the focus on her newest album release "Laurel Hell." The set saw many songs from "Puberty 2", "Be the Cowboy", and even "Bury Me at Makeout Creek." Her self-released albums from 2012-2013 did not make it to the setlist, though. Seeing Mitski is and always has been a magical treat; she's truly an artist I've seen in almost every format and venue size and each time felt similarly emotionally impacted. This show was packed full of female fans passionately mouthing lyrics at each other along with her, clearly having the absolute time of their lives.
