On a beautiful day in NYC, Lulu Simon and Aidan Bissett came together to perform at Irving Plaza, and we got to be there to see all the magic! Fans came out in droves, and it was a beautiful night full of friendship, good vibes, and music.
Lulu Simon
Taking the spotlight first, the darling Lulu Simon proved to be the perfect opener for the night! With her stunning voice and charismatic presence, she had the entire venue captivated from the moment she walked out on stage. Her set featured her newest single, ‘Summer Dog,’ which beautifully showcased her unique ability to create folk-pop music that tugs at your heartstrings while still delivering infectious, sing-along melodies.
Lulu writes deeply personal songs, leaning into the folk-pop genre with a sincerity that echoes the style of artists like Gracie Abrams—if you’re a fan of heart-wrenching lyrics delivered over polished pop production, you’ll definitely love Lulu! She set an incredible, heartfelt tone for the rest of the evening.
Our favorite Lulu Simon songs: ‘Not Crying Anymore,’ ‘Feel Better,’ and ‘Strangers.’
Zach Hood
The stage quickly transformed for the next act, and as Zach Hood stepped into the spotlight, the mood shifted to a high-octane pop vibe. Starting with his 2021 hit, ‘Pink Ferrari’ was the perfect choice! Throughout his entire performance, he maintained a genuine, magnetic stage presence that kept the energy up, with the enthusiastic fans right there with him for every beat and lyric.
We might not have been familiar with Zach Hood before, but the strength of that set changed everything. We left as fans and immediately added him to our ‘On The Rise’ watchlist! His performance was a highlight and proved that he’s an artist you need to keep your eye on.
Our favorite Zach Hood songs: ‘never knew a heart could break itself,’ ‘Middle of Nowhere,’ and ‘Beautiful As You.’
Aidan Bissett
We didn’t think the energy could get any higher, but when Aidan Bissett walked on stage, we were pleasantly shocked! The way Aidan commands the stage is absolutely brilliant, and we were pretty much in awe of him the entire time. His set was a masterclass in modern indie-pop performance—a perfect blend of polished musicality and raw, unbridled rock star charisma that left the audience screaming for more long after the final chord faded.
Our favorite Aidan Bissett songs: ‘Twenty Something,’ ‘More Than Friends,’ and ‘Tripping Over Air.’
Ultimately, the entire night was a success, capped off by hours spent dancing with infectious energy and making friends with other NYC fans who shared our enthusiasm for the music. This concert was an unforgettable experience, solidifying our love for these artists, and we genuinely cannot wait till we can see Lulu, Zach, and Aidan again! Next time their tour bus rolls into the city, you can guarantee that we’ll be there, front and center, ready to do it all over again.
Check out our gallery from the show below!
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