![]() The fact that she’s now headlining MSG in an era where most pop singers struggle to land a second hit after a breakout moment is a testament to her rock-solid catalog, which includes so many recognizable radio bops you can’t help but be surprised that Future Nostalgia is just her second album. “A lot of collective childhood dreams are coming true on this stage,” Lipa said at one point during the show, and her dancers certainly didn’t hold a damn thing back, providing flawless choreography with an easy-going swagger that made it all look easy.ĭua herself delivered high kicks, strong vocals and warm smiles for the crowd, which, according to her, included faces she’s been seeing at her shows since her shows at NYC’s 250-capacity venue Mercury Lounge in 2016. Racing through her tracks with Calvin Harris, Silk City and Elton John (a recording of whom appeared on the screen behind her to sing the verses of “Cold Heart”), there was just enough time for one more costume change – a bedazzled catsuit, this time by the late Thierry Mugler, turning Lipa into her very own disco ball.After a stellar opening from Caroline Polachek, who confidently demonstrated she can hold the attention of a jam-packed Madison Square Garden, Tuesday (March 1) night’s New York City concert kicked off with Dua Lipa and her backup dancers stationed behind LED ballet bars on a calisthenic run-through of “Physical” in neon-hued body suits. It was back to partying for the final third of the night, as Lipa let go of the planned dance moves in favour of simply having a good time. Lipa kept up the energy throughout (Photo: Shirlaine Forrest) But things picked up quickly with the sex-fuelled fun of “Good In Bed”, Lipa writhed around the stage’s catwalk on all fours, feline-like and playfully over-the-top. Perhaps playing up to her huge gay fanbase, Lipa attempted to inject some camp into proceedings, but in the cavernous arena, the lobster – only employed for one song – was dwarfed and felt a little lacklustre. The first costume change saw the production take on an underwater theme, with Lipa appearing before a giant blowup lobster to slow down the pace with “We’re good”. The marvel of watching her hit every note never wore thin.īut, for a pop star as huge as Lipa, vocals are only half the story – theatrics are just as important. ![]() Lipa’s vocals were indistinguishable from the record, and jumps from the belting bridge of “Physical” to the sultry low chorus of “Pretty Please” displayed her range. The first third of the show leaned heavily on Future Nostalgia’s track list, with “Love Again”, “Cool”, and “Break My Heart”, setting a high-energy momentum. Lipa is dedicated to giving her fans a good time and it was clear she had put the work in to keep up with the dancers twirling around her (sometimes on roller skates). ![]() It was impeccably choreographed: a beat didn’t pass without arms being flung in the air and almost every number was punctuated by a dramatic fall to the knees. Without giving herself a moment to take in the rapturous screams welcoming her home to England after a 27-stop tour in the US, Lipa launched into “Physical”, the first single from Future Nostalgia.
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