Ariana and the Rose

Ariana and the Rose create anthemic alt. pop so vivid and lush, it practically triggers synesthesia until you’re seeing and tasting the sounds. Crystalline and shimmering, theatrical yet honest, the New York ensemble pulls from New Wave, synth pop, disco, and glam rock to purvey a united front that’s arena-ready, yet strikingly intimate. In Ariana’s hands (and stunning vocals), pop music is done right, complex and layered while still instantly catchy.

In the Friday Night Music program.