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LCD Soundsystem Announces 2025 New York Residency
9/13/2025, 12:40:20 PM
Overview of the Residency
LCD Soundsystem has confirmed their annual New York residency for 2025, featuring a series of 12 performances at the Knockdown Center in Queens. Scheduled from November 20 to December 13, the residency will take place over three weekends, continuing a tradition established in previous years. This marks the band's fifth consecutive residency in New York since 2021.
Event Details and Attractions
The residency will include performances on November 20, 21, 22, 23, and December 4, 5, 6, 7, 10, 11, 12, and 13. Each night will feature various attractions, including live opening acts, nightly afterparties with guest DJs, a DFA Records swap meet, and a pop-up version of James Murphy's Michelin-starred wine bar, The Four Horsemen. The residency aims to enhance the experience at the Knockdown Center, which has hosted LCD Soundsystem's shows in the past.
Ticket Sales Information
Tickets for the residency will go on sale to the general public on September 19 at 10 a.m. ET. A pre-sale for fans will begin on September 17, while American Express cardholders will have access to an exclusive pre-sale starting September 16.
Background and Context
LCD Soundsystem's annual residency has become a staple in the New York music scene, with previous successful runs in 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024. The band has shifted its residency venue from Brooklyn Steel to the Knockdown Center, which allows for a more immersive experience. James Murphy has expressed enthusiasm about the venue's potential, stating that the atmosphere felt "pretty magical" during last year's performances.
Upcoming Performances
Before the New York residency, LCD Soundsystem will perform at several festivals, including the Sea. Hear. Now Festival in Asbury Park, New Jersey, and the Portola Music Festival in San Francisco. They will also co-headline shows with Pulp at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles on September 25 and 26, and conclude the year with performances in Aspen, Colorado, on December 30 and 31, and January 1.
Official Statements & Responses
James Murphy has indicated that the band is working on new music, which is anticipated to be released in 2025. He remarked, “It feels very good to be putting out new music,” while also noting that they are still in the process of developing their fifth studio album, the first since 2017’s *American Dream*.
Criticism & Opposition
While the residency has been well-received, some critics have pointed out the challenges of maintaining the excitement of annual events. However, the unique features planned for this year's residency, such as the afterparties and special attractions, aim to address these concerns.
What's Next
As the residency approaches, fans can expect announcements regarding opening acts and additional details about the events. The anticipation for new music from LCD Soundsystem continues to build, with many looking forward to the band's upcoming performances and potential album release.
