Summer in New York has a rhythm all its own—and for nearly four decades, Capital One CityParks Foundation SummerStage has been the heartbeat of it. As the days grow longer and the parks fill with laughter, the city once again prepares to welcome the sounds that define who we are: eclectic, boundary-pushing, and unapologetically diverse. From the sultry sway of Afrobeat to the soul-stirring poetry of jazz, the 2025 season of Capital One City Parks Foundation SummerStage promises to turn our public parks into open-air temples of sound and celebration.
At Tigre Sounds, we’ve got our ears and hearts tuned to the frequencies that matter. This year, we’re diving into four of SummerStage’s most electric showcases—handpicked for their soul, significance, and sonic innovation. Relive our favorite moments from SummerStage 2024 here.
Lido Pimienta
When: June 25
Lido Pimienta’s La Belleza is a bold orchestral journey blending Afro-Caribbean rhythms with classical and choral elements. Led by the sensual single “Mango,” the album showcases Pimienta’s genre-defying artistry. Experience her innovative sound live at SummerStage NYC.
Rhiannon Giddens
When: June 25
Rhiannon Giddens brings her powerful fusion of folk, roots, and Americana to the SummerStage stage—blending centuries of musical tradition with fearless modern storytelling. Her live show promises a stirring journey through sound, soul, and Southern history.
Laila!, Sasha Keable, Talia Goddess in association with COLORS x STUDIOS
When: July 11
LAILA!, Sasha Keable, and Talia Goddess bring bold vocals and genre-blurring soundscapes to SummerStage, in a night curated by COLORS x STUDIOS. From soulful UK R&B to Brooklyn-born alt-rap, expect raw emotion, rhythm, and radiant energy.
LAMC: Guitarricadelafuente, Camilo, Ela Taubert
When: July 12
As part of the Latin Alternative Music Conference showcase, Spanish troubadour Guitarricadelafuente joins Colombian pop stars Camilo and Ela Taubert for a night of heartfelt storytelling and genre-blending melodies at SummerStage. From indie-folk to Latin pop’s rising voices, this lineup captures the soul of a new generation of music from Iberoamérica.
Cover photo by Val Chaparro.
