Let there be LUX. Since its release a month ago, ROSALÍA’s ambitious new album has become a near-spiritual listening experience for fans across the globe, with songs like “Reliquia,” “La Perla” and lead single “Berghain” pushing the boundaries between classical music, pop and the avant-garde as the Spanish superstar distills her thoughts on sanctity and sainthood into 14 different languages.
Across the album, the two-time Grammy winner takes inspiration from the hagiographies of female saints, mystics, nuns and poets throughout history — from Teresa of Ávila and Rose of Lima to Hildegard of Bingen and the Japanese Buddhist nun Ryōnen Gensō. She cast an equally wide net in her search for the perfect collaborators, inviting the likes of Carminho, Yahritza Y Su Esencia, Bjӧrk, Yves Tumor, Dougie F and even the London Symphony Orchestra into the world of LUX.
Next summer, fans will get the opportunity to experience LA ROSALÍA’s magnum opus live thanks to her just-announced LUX TOUR 2026. The tour kicks off June 4 in Miami; tickets go on sale on Thursday, December 11 at 9:00 a.m. local time. See all dates and get ticket info over on the blog.
—Glenn, Content Writer
You could practically hear the on-call editor at BrooklynVegan gasp as Portugal. The Man brought out surprise guests Weird Al and Jorma Taccone (of Lonely Island fame) at Music Hall of Williamsburg on December 2 for PTM’s “Live in the Moment” and a cover of Rage Against the Machine’s “Killing in the Name.” —Gab, Head of Editorial Content
Dijon’s show at Brooklyn Paramount on December 2 was an experience as unique as his latest album, Baby. It felt like it was made to be enjoyed in the way that best suits you: Wide-eyed and in awe of the nine-person band and live production, or eyes closed, allowing the musicality to transport you to your personal dream state. The melodies flowed through the GA floor with an oceanic quality. Led by Dijon’s intimate vocals and fused together by lyrics everyone knew by heart, fans swayed, nodded, and/or head banged—whatever fit their groove best. —Bre, Creative Services
On December 2, I went to the first of five nights of HASAN HATES RONNY | RONNY HATES HASAN at Beacon Theatre in NYC. It was the debate I didn’t know I needed in my life. Probably one of the best comedy shows I’ve seen — two Asian comedians, Ronny Chieng and Hasan Minhaj, going back and forth in this hilarious “feud,” airing grievances and debating everything from America to each other, their families, presidents, war, the economy, immigration, and of course… food. From start to finish, I was locked in, laughing, and smiling the whole time. Highly recommend — and honestly, I’d see it again. —Leanna, Social
Cheyenne Jackson: Monday, December 8 - New York, NY @ Carnegie Hall
Broadway star Cheyenne Jackson makes his solo Carnegie Hall debut tonight (last-minute tickets still available), and he’s brought along a few friends for the occasion. In addition to his onstage friends Jane Krakowski (with whom he’s currently starring in Oh, Mary!) and Jessica Vosk, he’ll be bringing his mother and sister out for a number, too. Jackson previewed the evening in his recent chat with Ticketmaster.
It’s the last week to catch Mariah Carey’s festive residency in Las Vegas, which closes out with four more performances at the Dolby Live at Park MGM through Saturday. Expect the Queen of Christmas to sprinkle a few of her non-holiday hits — and new additions to her songbook from her latest album, Here For It All — in between modern Christmas classics like “Oh Santa!” and “All I Want For Christmas Is You.” (More Vegas show picks in our guide here.)
Ingrid Michaelson: Friday, December 12 - New York, NY @ Irving Plaza
Ingrid Michaelson comes home to New York this Friday to deliver her signature blend of heartfelt lyrics, warm piano, and earworm melodies. For those who can’t make it to Irving Plaza, the show will be livestreamed on Veeps. Plus, artist and multi-instrumentalist Hannah Winkler starts the night off.
Z100’s Jingle Ball: Friday, December 12 - New York, NY @ Madison Square Garden
The star-studded event of the holiday season arrives in New York with the likes of Zara Larsson, Ravyn Lenae, Laufey, MONSTA X, Jessie Murph, Ed Sheeran, and Alex Warren. Experience it all at Madison Square Garden on Friday.
It’s time to get gnarly. Six-member global girl group KATSEYE has been taking the industry by storm with their powerful stage performances to the tune of a pair of Grammy nominations. They’ll take over the Los Angeles area this weekend with shows at the YouTube Theater in Inglewood and the Hollywood Palladium.
mgk: Saturday, December 13 - Brooklyn, NY @ Barclays Center
As the Lost Americana Tour continues, mgk hits Barclays Center this Saturday with his signature high-energy show. Rising star Julia Wolf is on hand as support to set the tone in Brooklyn.
…KiNG MALA, the bewitching dark-pop artist behind El Paso-raised, Los Angeles-based singer Areli Castro. On a victory procession for her 2025 debut album And You Who Drowned in the Grief of a Golden Thing, KiNG MALA is nobody’s queen on The Devotion Tour, her current headlining trek across North America. Beyond early standouts like “she calls me daddy,” “cult leader” and “martyr,” KiNG MALA’s latest live set feasts on her new album as well as her late October single “EAT THE SPOON.” The Devotion Tour wraps in Washington, D.C. on December 14 after stops in Toronto, New York City and more.
—Bryan, Content Writer
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