New York & Cortisa Star

NEW YORK and Cortisa Star twist the aesthetics of pop, rap and electro into a frenetic, hyper stylised sound shaped by internet culture and DIY experimentation.

Date
Jun 11
Venue
The Night Cat
New York & Cortisa Star (USA)

Bursting onto the scene with her raw talent and fearless authenticity, Cortisa’s music blends hard-hitting rap with powerful storytelling, making waves online and earning her a plethora of co-signs from Charlie XCX to Lil Nas X and many others. Known for her unapologetic lyricism and unique sound, she’s been recognized for pushing boundaries in both her artistry and her identity as a trans woman in a space that’s often resistant to change.Cortisa’s recent viral success is a testament to her undeniable presence and the magnetic energy she brings to every track. Her latest single “Fun” is making significant waves online after her viral “From The Block” performance, earning her press features on The Fader, Out Magazine, Dazed and several others while garnering over 5 million global streams independently. NEW YORK is a girl-pop music and performance project by artists Gretchen Lawrence and Coumba Samba. The sampling of royalty free loops and sounds of clicks and cuts are met with chopped vocals and impulsive lyrics. NEW YORK chews up the sounds and visuals of hip hop, pop, and electro and spits them out on to the city streets. They self-released their debut album No Sleep Till N.Y. in 2022.