3.19.25 - Maude Latour & MARIS at Brooklyn Steel in New York City

Written by Jackie Spitz

Maude Latour and MARIS provided a night of vibrant energy, heartfelt lyrics, and a sense of unity that only music can create. Playing to a sold out crowd at the Sugar Water Tour on March 19, 2025, the two rising stars turned the venue into a safe haven of sound, emotion, and dancing.

VIP: A Sugar Water Experience

Before the show began, Maude Latour had a group of VIP enter the venue early. We were told to arrive between 5:30-6pm, with doors for general at 7. While in line, we were passed our VIP lanyards, blank paper to write questions, and a gift (sugar water blue, star designed socks, printed with Maude's name on them). At 6pm, we were then brought inside for a Q&A session, all sitting on the floor of the Brooklyn Steel. One thing about Maude is she loves to talk and meet her fans, and knew most of the crowd by face if not name. The Q&A session lasted about 30 minutes at which point Maude went to sit on the stage for a quick acoustic performance. She performed "Lovesick" from her debut EP, Starsick, in 2019; "Headphones" followed by "Reality Television" both from her third EP, 001. After the acoustic set, Maude hopped back off the stage and back into the crowd, spending the next 20 minutes taking individualized photos with and signing items for each VIP attendee.

MARIS: A Star on the Rise

Opening the night to the public at 8pm was MARIS, an artist who radiates warmth. She entered the stage in a space suit, beaming around the stage full of joy. From the moment she stepped on stage, she mesmerized the audience with her ethereal presence and vocals. Songs like “Heavenly Bodies” and “Chameleon” set a dreamy atmosphere, blending indie pop with a touch of soulful vulnerability. While she has a slow side to some of her music, she also has upbeat songs that she played such as "False Idol" and "The Fight".

Her between-song banter was charming and intimate. After her first few songs, MARIS stripped down into a cropped tank and booty shorts (with tights underneath of course), paired with a star studded belt to match her star makeup look. Her drummer took a break from the drums and performed dance routines as well.

My personal highlight of her set came when she played on a little blow up guitar, biting it and throwing it into the crowd. I also loved hearing “Give Me A Sign,” a new track released just five days before the show. This song features Caroline Kingsbury, another queer icon. MARIS has all the makings of a future headliner (coming sooner than you think), and this performance was a testament to her undeniable talent.

After her set, MARIS met and took photos with all of her fans, new and preexisting. I've personally been following her since early 2024 and I can confirm she's the same bubbly personality that we see online. She is the kind of artist that you can tell is happy to be there.

Maude Latour: The Soundtrack of a Generation

As the lights dimmed and a wave of blue hues filled the venue, Maude emerged, radiating effortlessly cool energy. She sported a blue jersey with the number 07 and Sugar Water written above in silver sparkles. Kicking off her set with “Officially Mine,” she immediately had the crowd singing along.

Throughout the night, Maude blended moments of euphoric dance anthems with introspective ballads. Featuring all 12 of her newest songs from her debut album, Sugar Water, Maude created an emotional rollercoaster that felt like a shared experience between artist and audience.

“Too Slow” and "Sugar Water" turned Brooklyn Steel into a sea of jumping bodies and waving hands, while “Walk Backwards”, "Cyclone", and "Superfruit" became an explosion of screams from her OG fans. She slowed the set down and performed "Whirlpool", followed by my favorite songs from ML1: "Comedown" followed by "Cosmic Superstar Girl".

We then got some more old songs and some more new. Maude did an outfit change after the first few songs, stripping out of the jersey and into a matching silver and pink

shorts and tank spandex set, spraying the crowd down with a water gun. Later in the set, Maude left the stage for yet another outfit change, bringing a veil and sunglasses back with her. She ended the show with one final outfit change for the last two songs: silver platform boots and a matching sequined top/bottom, and blue tights.

Maude performed "Lola" and "One More Weekend" erupting the crowd in dancing and cheers once again. One of the most unforgettable moments was her performance of “Save Me,” during which she hopped offstage and immersed herself in the crowd, singing shoulder-to-shoulder with fans. It was a testament to the authenticity and connection that defines her artistry.

The night ended with Maude's new pop smash hit "Cursed Romantics", most comparable to Lady Gaga, leaving the crowd on an emotional high, buzzing with the kind of energy that lingers long after the music fades.

Final Thoughts

Maude Latour and MARIS delivered a concert that was more than just music—it was a shared experience of love, self-discovery, and pure joy. Their ability to turn Brooklyn Steel into a space of unity and expression proves that they are not just artists to watch, but artists who are shaping the future of pop. If this show was any indication, their journeys are only just beginning, and we can’t wait to see where they go next.

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