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Two men are performing on a stage with orange lighting. One of them is holding a guitar and standing in front of a mic (Will Taylor). The other man is sitting on a chair in front of a mic and holding a guitar (Nick Hill). The crowd is looking at them.

Review: ‘Flyte’ explores the bittersweet beginnings of new love

The indie-folk duo Flyte performed in New York City last Friday. The musicians’ self-titled third album — a beautifully raw and intimate ode to relationships — is now available to stream on all platforms.
Stephanie Wong, Arts Editor November 3, 2023

It’s easy to forget where you are at a Flyte concert. The British indie-folk duo of Will Taylor and Nicolas Hill somehow melt away the innate grandeur of the East Village’s...

Samia played a sold-out concert at Webster Hall on Jan. 28. The American singer-songwriter’s music focuses on the mid-20s experience. (Photo by Muriel Margaret, courtesy of Samia)

Review: Samia’s Webster Hall set makes having an existential crisis fun again

On Friday, 25-year-old Samia played an electric sold-out show at Webster Hall in the East Village, joined by an energetic band and equally vibrant opener Annie DiRusso. Her latest album, “The Baby,” is available on all streaming platforms.
Lorena Campes, Staff Writer February 2, 2022

At the intersection of Phoebe Bridgers and Japanese Breakfast is 25-year-old Samia Finnerty, with her ironically upbeat, incredibly existential lyrics about young adulthood and...

Olubowale Victor Akintimehin, better known by his stage name Wale, performing on his 'Under A Blue Moon' tour. (Photo by Emmanuel Agbeble)

Wale brings D.C. hip-hop to Webster Hall on his ‘Under A Blue Moon’ tour

For one night, the rapper turned the East Village concert venue into a D.C. hip-hop block party.
Destine Manson, Contributing Writer February 1, 2022

A bed of roses covered by a large black sheet lay at the center of the stage. A leather chair peeked out from beneath the sheet as Wale’s first opener, Houston rapper Cam Wallace,...

Beatrice Laus, the Filipino-British singer-songwriter also known as beabadoobee, performed at Webster Hall on Nov. 4. During the set, she delivered a few of her hit songs, including 2020's "Stay" and 2017's "Coffee." (Photo by Jack Solomon)

beabadoobee cranks the volume up at Webster Hall

The Filipino-British singer-songwriter delivered an excellent balance of indie-pop hooks and grungy noise.
Jack Solomon, Contributing Writer November 10, 2021

When I arrived at Webster Hall to see beabadoobee, the stage name of Beatrice Laus, there was a line around the block to get in. This is a common occurrence for the artist. The...

Boyscott is an independent music band. (Courtesy of Behind the Curtains Media)

Indie Rock Group Boyscott Wants to Conquer Brooklyn

With over four million streams on Spotify, the Connecticut-based indie rock group is just getting started.
Nicole Rosenthal, Music Editor March 31, 2019

Indie rock minimalist group Boyscott played to a crowded room in Ridgewood, Queens March 24 in what was their most “intimidating” set yet. In fact, band members flew in their...

Webster Hall’s doors are closed for renovations indefinitely, ending a century of music history in the East Village.

End of An Era for Webster Hall

Connor Gatesman, Music Editor September 5, 2017
Webster Hall was shut down for renovations indefinitely last month, and it's the end of an era for the popular music venue.
Lead singer Billie Joe Armstrong sings "Revolution Radio" during Green Day's sold out show on October 8 at Webster Hall.

Green Day Incites a Revolution for Good at Webster Hall

Taylor MacMillan, Contributing Writer October 12, 2016
Green Day's triumphal return to touring brought an amazing (if at times unpredictable) evening to fans at Webster Hall.
LA based teenage girl band The Regrettes rocked the Studio at Webster Hall.

When Regret(te)s Become Great Decisions

Hailey Nuthals, Arts Editor September 21, 2016
The Regrettes brought a bit of LA sunshine and fun to the New York garage rock scene with their "cupcake" songs and spunky attitude during their Webster Hall show on Sept. 21.
LCD Soundsystem played at Webster Hall on the 27th of March for their loyal fans, five years since their last show.

LCD Soundsystem Returns to Webster Hall After Five Years

Zach Martin, Arts Editor March 29, 2016
LCD Soundsystem is back and better than ever after five years off.
Ty Segall and his band performed in Webster Hall on the 28th of February.

Ty Segall Mugs Webster Hall

Gilchrist Green, Contributing Writer March 2, 2016
Ty Segall brought diapers and paint to his show at Webster Hall over the weekend, touring in support of his new album "Emotional Mugger".
19-year-old Alessia Cara Wows at Webster Hall

19-year-old Alessia Cara Wows at Webster Hall

Reeca Soriano, Contributing Writer February 3, 2016
Off success of her single "Here", Alessia Cara has catapulted to stardom.
Kendrick Lamar's "To Pimp a Butterfly" took best album on the 2015 Village Voice Pazz + Jop Critics Poll.

Pazz and Jop Celebrates Top Songs of 2015 at Webster Hall

Hailey Nuthals, Highlighter Editor January 28, 2016
The Village Voice released its annual best of music list and threw a party.