Live music today in New York

Clear your calendars and cancel your plans because this is the gig your future self will never forgive you for missing. Told Slant is rolling through with their brand of heart-on-sleeve indie magic that's been known to melt even the coldest of Brooklyn rooftops. Felix Walworth’s raw lyricism is your new holy scripture, trust me. They're sharing the stage with Aidan Puntes, whose sound is what would happen if post-punk had a lovechild with a hazy sunset. And then there's Will Hasell, spinning synthpop spells that are equal parts nostalgia and neon dreams. This lineup is the perfect trifecta—mystical, emotional, and undeniably cool. Grab that $12 ticket because this kind of sonic alchemy is usually reserved for your most vivid dreams. Doors creak open at 6pm; don't say you weren't warned.

Prepare your ears for a sonic baptism because bixby is about to make your jaded soul feel something again. This isn't just a band; it's a movement, a seismic shift in your Spotify algorithm. With riffs that hit like a caffeine rush and lyrics that read like the diary entries of a post-modern poet, bixby is the lovechild of early 2000s indie angst and futuristic synth dreams. Picture yourself swaying in a sea of vintage denim and handcrafted tattoos, where everyone's lost in the music but found in the moment. Accessibility is key here—grab that General Admission ticket and let the venue take care of you. Don’t just hear about it in a Twitter thread the next day; be there and live to tell the tale.

Cancel your plans, ditch the Netflix binge, and get ready to dive deep into a night of raw, unfiltered emotion. The Hotelier is back, and they're bringing Bellows along for a sonic journey that promises to hit harder than your fourth cup of cold brew. This isn't just a gig; it's a cathartic experience that'll have you screaming along to every angst-laden lyric and swaying to melodies that feel like home. Doors open at 7, but you'll want to be front and center to catch Bellows’ set—a gorgeous tapestry of lo-fi intimacy and daydreamy synths that will make your heart swell in all the right places. So dust off your Docs, grab that ticket in advance (because nobody likes paying extra at the door), and prepare to feel something real. This is the kind of night you'll tell your future kids about—unless they’re too cool for you by then.

Imagine the soundscape of your dreams, a cosmic collision of synth-driven euphoria and pulsating beats that makes your heart thud in sync with the universe. That's right, RÜFÜS DU SOL is gracing North America in 2026, and it's not just a concert—it's a full-blown sensory pilgrimage. This isn't merely your chance to sway along to "Innerbloom"; it's an opportunity to plunge headfirst into an immersive experience that blurs the line between reality and the surreal.

As you step into the venue, prepare for a kaleidoscope of lights and visuals that warp the fabric of everyday life, transporting you to a dimension where music and emotion intertwine. Each note is a vibrant brushstroke on the canvas of your soul, each bass drop a seismic shift in your consciousness. And let's be real, who doesn't want to trade the mundane for a night where you're enveloped by fog machines and the warmth of a thousand bodies swaying in unison? This is the kind of night that stories are made of—the kind that will haunt your dreams and make your 2066 self jealous. Don't just hear about it, be part of it.

When synthpop legends The Human League roll into town, flanked by the iconic Soft Cell and the ever-enchanting Alison Moyet, Chicago isn’t just hosting a concert—it’s throwing the ultimate 80s electro party. This isn’t your average nostalgia trip; it’s a full-on immersion into a soundscape that defined a generation and continues to ripple through today's indie beats. Imagine Phil Oakey’s suave vocals melting into Marc Almond’s decadent darkness, with Moyet’s soulful power bridging it all together. Add to that a sensory overload of strobes, smoke, and visual wizardry that could rival even the wildest warehouse rave. This is the night where your parents' playlists get a serious cool upgrade. Grab your tickets, dig out your best neon ensemble, and get ready to dance like every synth line is a heartbeat. Miss this, and you might as well cancel your subscription to those obscure zines you pretend to read—because this is the real deal.

Clear your schedules and dust off your denim jackets because this Saturday night is serving up a sonic feast that even your too-cool-to-care attitude won't resist. Gold Stars for Everyone is headlining, and trust me, their dreamy wall of sound will have you floating somewhere between your high school daydreams and a Sofia Coppola film. If that's not enough to get your serotonin pumping, Sans Patrie will hit you with a set that feels like post-punk met a Parisian underground rave and decided to never leave. And then there's Counterpart, the local heroes with a penchant for mixing lo-fi charm with synthpop pulses that could make even your most obscure vinyl collection blush. Meet us in the DIY sanctuary, where the vibes are electric, the drinks are cold, and your best dance moves are mandatory. Miss it, and risk being the one who only heard about it on Monday.

Clear your calendar and lace up those well-loved Docs, because this Friday, the sonic trifecta of Mouthy Baby, Recess, and Off Wing is about to shake your existential ennui right out of those thrifted threads. Kicking off at 9pm in a venue that feels more like a secret than just another Friday night hangout, these bands are everything your Spotify Discover Weekly wishes it could be.

Mouthy Baby will grab you by the eardrums with their gritty, garage glam sound—a love letter to the raw energy of the early aughts. Meanwhile, Recess will take you on a synth-driven detour through your wildest daydreams, evoking the nostalgia of a summer that never really ended. And just when you think you've seen it all, Off Wing swoops in with their jagged post-punk riffs that are sharper than your eyeliner wing.

Tickets are a mere $15 if you're quick enough to snag them online or a still-worthy $20 at the door. This is your chance to brag about catching the future of indie music before the hype machines even know what hit them. Don't be the one scrolling through Instagram stories with a heavy heart while everyone else is losing theirs in the pit. See you at the front.

If you’re not at the Lower East Record Club this weekend, you might as well be scrolling through your ex’s playlist for kicks. This isn’t just a gig; it’s a sonic pilgrimage into the heart of DIY coolness, where vinyl crackles and synth waves crash into each other like long-lost lovers. Lower East Record Club is the embodiment of what the indie scene strives to be: raw, unpolished, and achingly authentic. Picture it: a dimly lit basement, beer cans clinking like wind chimes, and a crowd that moves like seaweed in a lo-fi current. This band doesn’t just play music—they create an atmosphere that’s part nostalgia, part revolution. If you’re craving a night that’s all about feeling the music in your bones and connecting with fellow audiophiles, don’t sleep on this. You’ll want to say you were there before they were headlining the next secret festival everyone’s suddenly talking about.

If you've been feeling like the indie scene's been missing that electrifying spark, WAVES is the sonic tidal force about to wash over your ennui. This Saturday, descend into the city's grittiest basement venue where the walls vibrate with echoes of sweaty shoegaze nights long past, as WAVES unleashes their eclectic fusion of dream-pop landscapes and gritty post-punk bite. Imagine My Bloody Valentine making a lo-fi lovechild with Slowdive, sprinkled with just enough synthy sparkle to keep you dancing until the amps blow. This isn't just a gig—it's a rite of passage. So, grab your coolest thrifted jacket, because missing this would be like skipping CBGB in '77 or saying "nah" to Nirvana in '91. You might just find yourself bragging about this night for decades—if you're lucky enough to squeeze in.