Latest news with #Mayhem
Los Angeles Times
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
The 11 most monstrous moments from Lady Gaga's Mayhem Ball at the Forum
Three months after her headlining appearance at this year's Coachella festival, Lady Gaga is on the road with an expanded version of the haunted-opera-house spectacular she brought to the desert just after the release of her latest album, 'Mayhem.' I caught Monday's show at Inglewood's Kia Forum, the first of four through Saturday for the 39-year-old pop superstar, and though I can't say I have any firmer of a grasp on the story she's telling — something about the two halves of a vicious yet empathetic queen? — her commitment to the beauty and the gore of the bit remains steadfast. Here are 11 of the most memorable moments from Night 1 of Mother Monster's stay in L.A. 1. As she did at Coachella, Lady Gaga opened Monday's gig with the one-two punch of 'Bloody Mary' into 'Abracadabra' while stationed in an enormous red hoop skirt that turned out (à la Mother Ginger from 'The Nutcracker') to conceal a troupe of dancers beneath its folds. It says something about Gaga's creative gumption that such an enthusiastic mover would opt to start this production with use of only the upper half of her body; it says something about her expressive ability — as both a singer and a puller of faces — that she didn't seem particularly constrained by the costume. 2. Ditto the thrashing electro-punk 'Perfect Celebrity,' which she performed as she lay on her back, half-buried in a sandbox and dry-humping a skeleton. 3. As far as I could tell, no one from California's congressional delegation took in the festivities at the Forum as former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi did last week — from a floor seat, no less — when Gaga played San Francisco's Chase Center. ('The most fun I've had in a long time,' Pelosi wrote on X in response to a Pop Crave post noting her attendance.) In their place, though, were a handful of admiring pop stars, including Olivia Rodrigo, Matty Healy of the 1975 and Chappell Roan, the last of whom was seen in the house belting along to 'Born This Way.' 4. For 'Paparazzi,' Gaga wore a chrome helmet and hobbled down a long runway using a pair of chrome crutches, the train of her dress billowing heroically behind her. In a show full of detailed tableaux, this was perhaps the most striking. 5. Say this for Lady Gaga: Even as her pop ambitions have grown, she's never made much of an attempt to retcon her beginnings as a horny New York City theater kid. Among the songs she's added to the Mayhem Ball since Coachella are the endearingly goofy 'LoveGame,' with its single-entendre lyric about wanting to ride somebody's disco stick, and her breakout single, 'Just Dance,' which she's still introducing — 16 years after it shimmied to No. 1 on Billboard's Hot 100 — with a shout-out to her former producer RedOne. 6. When the singer announced this tour in March, she framed her decision to play arenas instead of stadiums as an artistic decision — the product of her desire to do something 'more intimate' than the 2022 Chromatica Ball that stopped at Dodger Stadium. Often, the 'I' word is a pop star's way of managing expectations. Yet here she actually did attain a sweaty sense of connection in another oldie, 'Summerboy,' which she sang while slashing at an electric guitar as half-dressed dancers writhed around her under a bank of clubby red lights. 7. 'Mayhem's' sweet spot comes in the middle of the album with a string of funky '80s-throwback jams — 'Killah' into 'Zombieboy' into 'LoveDrug' — that Gaga delivered onstage in an ornate Cruella de Vil getup. A nagging question, though: Why hasn't she released one of these tunes as a single? Sure, 'Abracadabra' (which dropped in February) still turns up pretty frequently on the radio. And Gaga and Bruno Mars' 'Die With A Smile' will probably never leave the airwaves. But the lack of a big push for any of 'Mayhem's' remaining Top 40 candidates feels like a weird choice for an LP as stacked as this one. 8. Gaga's country power ballad 'Million Reasons' remade as a creepy church-organ processional? Yes, please. 9. That long runway became a short river for 'Shallow,' which Gaga performed (in a moody new electro-goth arrangement) as a swooning damsel on a gondola cutting through foggy waters. Big Christine Daaé energy. 10. Having soaked up a full minute's worth of applause after 'Die With A Smile,' Gaga let the place quiet down so that she could give a little speech. 'Before the show tonight, I had a chat with everybody backstage,' she told the crowd. 'I was like, 'It's Monday — I don't know what's gonna happen.' You all f—ing showed me. You came out here blazing, ready to go. L.A. has been a real interesting place in my life, because I grew up in New York City. I grew up in New York, and I moved out here when I was like 19 years old. And it was not always easy. I just want to say thank you for everybody in this room tonight. People didn't always believe in me out here — you believed in me so much tonight. Thank you. You were always there for me. 'I come out here every night, and I always promise myself I'm gonna be really strong during this part, and I always lose it because I don't know how to say thank you in enough ways,' she continued. 'Think it always just felt easier for me to put it in a song. But community — my community, this community, our community — they're there for you even when it's tough and when you're at your lowest. That's why it's so special, 'cause you don't gotta be on top for your community to love you. They will always love you. 'I hope you know everywhere around the world that I go, I will try to give every drop of my passion to the audience. Inspired by all of you that when I come out here, and I see all that passion and all that love you have for me and for each other, it really makes me feel something so special. I hope that all year and all summer, that you feel my love. I'll see you in 20 more years. I'll just keep coming back — is that OK?' After the speech, the singer dedicated 'Vanish Into You' to two of her nieces who'd come to the show. 'They said this was their favorite song,' she said. 'I always dedicate this to the fans. Will you share it with them tonight?' 11. Gaga began her encore with what felt like a callback to that great scene in 'A Star Is Born' where she and Bradley Cooper meet for the first time in a dressing room as she's removing her electrical-tape eyebrows. Here she turned up on a giant video screen, singing 'How Bad Do U Want Me' while rubbing makeup from her face backstage before making her way through a behind-the-scenes labyrinth to appear in the flesh once more before us.
Business Insider
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Business Insider
How to see Lady Gaga in New York: Madison Square Garden concert ticket prices
Lady Gaga's 2025 Mayhem Ball Tour is in full swing, and soon New Yorkers will be able to join in on the fun. The "Bad Romance" singer's tour across North America includes six performances at New York's iconic Madison Square Garden. Luckily, we've got you covered with everything you need to know about how to buy Lady Gaga New York City tickets. The star's Mayhem Ball Tour comes on the heels of her 2025 album, "Mayhem." While it was originally only intended to be a few promotional shows in Singapore, Lady Gaga later extended it into a full-blown world tour, so now no one has to miss out on the mayhem. Fans can expect to see everything we've come to know and love about Gaga on tour, from the theatrical performances and elaborate costumes to new and old hits from the "Abracadabra" singer's catalog. Lady Gaga's much-anticipated New York performances are coming up fast, but there's still time to secure your tickets. Ahead, see our breakdown of Gaga's NYC performance schedule, ticket pricing, and more. Plus, check out the details for how to get Lady Gaga tickets in other cities on the tour. Lady Gaga's 2025 NYC schedule Fans based in New York can see Lady Gaga perform at one of six shows at Madison Square Garden from August 22, 2025, to September 7, 2025. Resale tickets are currently on sale for all New York performances at StubHub and Vivid Seats. August 22, 2025 $638 $577 8 p.m. August 23, 2025 $689 $762 8 p.m. August 26, 2025 $688 $552 8 p.m. August 27, 2025 $574 $623 8 p.m. September 6, 2025 $673 $518 8 p.m. September 7, 2025 $614 $598 8 p.m. Note: Prices are subject to change. As of the time of writing, the prices listed were the cheapest we found for the venue. Follow us on Instagram and WhatsApp for more deals, buying guides, and reviews How to buy Lady Gaga NYC tickets General sale has already begun at Ticketmaster for Lady Gaga's New York performances, along with the rest of her tour. You can also browse resale ticket options at verified resale vendors like StubHub and Vivid Seats. Since the general ticket sale for Gaga's tour has already been open for a while, you're likely to find a wider variety of seating and pricing options at resale vendors. How much are Lady Gaga NYC tickets? Original sale tickets for Gaga's New York performances are selling fast at Ticketmaster, with the cheapest ones going for $491 for the September 7 show. In some cases, original ticket prices can go up to nearly $3,000, so be sure to check the specific performance date you're interested in for the most up-to-date information. With Gaga's New York shows being in such high demand, resale ticket prices cover a similar range. At StubHub, the cheapest tickets start at $574 for the August 27 show and go up to $689 for the August 23 show. At Vivid Seats, the least expensive tickets range from $518 for the September 6 performance to $762 for the August 23 show.
Forbes
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Lady Gaga's Latest Album Returns, Joining The Set That Launched Her To Stardom
Lady Gaga's Mayhem returns to the U.K. Official Albums chart at No. 100 after recently falling off ... More the list for the first time, while The Fame rises to No. 61. INDIO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 11: (FOR EDITORIAL USE ONLY) (EXCLUSIVE ACCESS) Lady Gaga performs at the Coachella Stage during the 2025 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival at Empire Polo Club on April 11, 2025 in Indio, California. (Photo byfor Coachella) After several months on the U.K.'s Official Albums chart — the nation's most important ranking of the most consumed full-lengths and EPs — Lady Gaga's Mayhem quietly disappeared earlier this month. Just when it seemed the British public might be done with the electronic dance-pop project, it rebounds, returning to the tally… and it's not the singer's only winner at the moment. Lady Gaga's Mayhem Returns Mayhem reappears on the Official Albums chart this week, but only barely. Gaga's most recent effort reenters the 100-spot tally at No. 100, in the lowest rung possible. The former No. 1 has now spent 18 frames somewhere on the competitive roster, though whether it will be able to add to that is hard to predict, since it was missing so recently. This may very well be Mayhem's final frame on the chart. Mayhem Joins The Fame Gaga currently fills two spots on the Official Albums chart, as Mayhem joins The Fame. While the latter project preceded Mayhem by well over a decade, The Fame is still easily the Grammy winner's biggest success. This frame, it jumps from No. 71 to No. 61. Mayhem Vs. The Fame on the Charts Both Mayhem and The Fame appear on multiple rankings in the U.K. at the moment, and both fan favorites are climbing. Mayhem continues to sell well, pushing higher on both the Official Albums Sales and Official Physical Albums tallies, where it lifts to Nos. 69 and 66, respectively. The Fame, meanwhile, lives on just two rosters. In addition to the Official Albums chart, it can also be found at No. 48 – inside the upper half – of the Official Albums Streaming ranking. 'Die with a Smile' Remains Lady Gaga's Big Hit Gaga claims just two hit songs in the U.K. this week, and interestingly, neither of them come from The Fame. That suggests that instead of one huge single powering the project and keeping it on the Official Albums Streaming tally, fans are listening to either the entire set, or a variety of different tunes. The Fame produced some of Gaga's most iconic tracks, including "Just Dance," "Poker Face," and "Paparazzi,' and it's likely that all of them (and more) are still performing relatively well on sites like Spotify to this day. "Die With a Smile," Gaga's collaboration with Bruno Mars, which is featured on Mayhem, continues to live on multiple rankings, including those focused on streams, or sales, as well as the general Official Singles chart. On that latter roster, "Die With a Smile" is headed toward its first full year on the tally, though this frame it dips to No. 63. The other successful tune, 'Always Remember Us this Way,' remains a standout from the A Star Is Born soundtrack.
Yahoo
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Former Spotify Executive Jeremy Erlich Launches Alta Music Group, Signs Blackpink's Jennie to Management Division
Jeremy Erlich, most recently the global head of music for Spotify, is setting up his own shop with the announcement Alta Music Group, an independent full-service music company folding in recording, publishing and management. The company will be based in Los Angeles. Alta has already partnered with the Orchard for distribution and label services as well as THEBLACKLABEL, founded by producer Teddy Park, in a co-development and promotion agreement. More from Variety Lady Gaga's 'Mayhem' Launches to No. 1 as Her Biggest Debut on Streaming Yet Jennie Brings 'The Ruby Experience' to Los Angeles for a Sweet and Sultry Intro to Her Solo Era: Concert Review Jennie Taps Doechii for Red-Hot 'ExtraL' Single and Video The company's first management signing, in partnership with OddAtelier, is Blackpink member Jennie, who recently released her debut solo album, 'Ruby.' Erlich was previously co-managing the pop star and was integral in Blackpink's signing to Interscope. 'Throughout my career, I've focused on the best way to service artists around the world that would create an environment that sets them up for long-term, global success,' said Erlich in a statement. 'With Alta we have the opportunity to do just that – a best-in-class team focused solely on supporting our artists and the music they create. Everything else does not matter.' Alta's leadership team at launch includes Nima Khalilian (formerly with Stem, Interscope), Parker Ulry (Interscope, Warner), Drake Hofer, Elise Eriksen, Gillian Taugher and Michael Seltzer (Universal Music Group). Prior to Spotify, where he spent almost six years first as vp and head of music strategy before moving up to global head of music, Erlich worked for eight years between Universal Music Group and Interscope Geffen A&M. Khalilian adds, 'ALTA is about putting artists first and helping them navigate an ever-evolving industry with a clear strategy.' Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week 'Harry Potter' TV Show Cast Guide: Who's Who in Hogwarts? Final Emmy Predictions: Talk Series and Scripted Variety - New Blood Looks to Tackle Late Night Staples
San Francisco Chronicle
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- San Francisco Chronicle
Nancy Pelosi spotted dancing at Lady Gaga concert in San Francisco
Former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi was seen letting loose last week at Lady Gaga 's sold-out Mayhem Ball concert at San Francisco's Chase Center. The longtime Bay Area congresswoman reportedly attended the show with husband Paul Pelosi, joining a packed and colorful crowd for the pop superstar's high-concept spectacle on Sunday, July 27. 'Lady Gaga did not disappoint! Awesome show! Fun crowd… I sat directly behind Nancy Pelosi who danced the entire show,' wrote Gina Tuckfield on Instagram. 'Paul sat directly behind her super friendly husband and next to a very hairy bear.' Another user, Sue Clark, shared their excitement. 'Nancy Pelosi at Lady Gaga concert tonight! Rock on Nancy & Paul!!!' Clark wrote alongside a photo of the couple. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sue Clark (@sunmonkey23) The sighting comes nearly four years after Pelosi attended Gaga and Tony Bennett's joint concert in New York in 2021 at Radio City Music Hall. Lady Gaga's San Francisco performances, part of her global Mayhem Ball Tour, have drawn critical acclaim. The elaborate, four-act show featured dramatic choreography, theatrical costuming and standout renditions of both new material from her eighth studio album, 'Mayhem,' and fan favorites like 'Poker Face,' 'Shallow,' and 'Born This Way.' On the first night of the Bay Area run, Gaga honored the late Ozzy Osbourne. During her encore, the pop star noted that San Francisco was one of the first cities where she felt creatively accepted. She also thanked the city 'for taking care of Tony Bennett.'
