Tyler, The Creator’s “30 Minutes of Chromakopia” at Converse HQ in Boston 🎤

Young Miko, born María Victoria Ramírez de Arellano Cardona in Puerto Rico, quickly rose to fame after the 2022 release of her debut EP, Trap Kitty, and her 2023 single, “Classy 101.” Fast forward a couple of years, and Young Miko has attracted a dedicated international fanbase — largely attributed to her endearing charisma, colorful aesthetic, and open celebration of her lesbian identity. 

No matter the subgenre, there’s always something uniquely electric about Latin American live music. That was certainly the case for Young Miko’s show at Boston’s Leader Bank Pavilion last week. This was the 19th show of “The XOXO Tour” in support of her debut studio album Att., and it was full of Young Miko’s signature playful outfits and charming mannerisms.

The show opened with Young Miko behind a translucent veil covering the stage from top to bottom, sitting on a bed as she started singing “rookie of the year” from her new album. Once the second song began, “oye ma,” the veil lifted and revealed a thick blue curtain behind the stage and a large, light-up Tamagotchi prop that read “XOXO 2024.” 

Young Miko’s full setlist consisted of 28 tracks, including her popular collaborations on KAROL G’s “DISPO,” Tainy’s “COLMILLO,” and Bad Bunny’s hit “FINA.”

To get your ticket to the “The XOXO Tour,” visit https://www.youngmiko.com/ustour

Highlights from Longy’s teacher education course last month 🎻

Thank you for having me @longymusic!

Seeing my coverage of Usher's TD Garden show on the front page of ECHO's site today brings me so much joy! 📷

From the moment I officially got into concert photography, I knew I wanted to shoot at most of the major music venues in Boston — including TD Garden. I didn't know how I'd accomplish that exactly, but the day came much sooner than I expected. I'm honestly still processing that it happened, but I'm incredibly grateful for the opportunity and very proud of my work!

It’s hard to believe Anitta had never headlined in North America before this year. Her debut ‘Baile Funk Experience’ at Boston’s MGM Music Hall last week was nothing short of electric. 

@thebandmercury at @thesinclair 🦋

Shot for @mylifeinsound

Massachusetts was the 9th stop on singer-songwriter Dreamer Boy’s “Summer in America” tour after releasing his latest album Lonestar on May 10th.

I'm so excited to share that I was accepted into “Equal Exposure,” a nationwide photography shadow program that connects aspiring women and non-binary photographers with seasoned tour photographers! 📸

I had the opportunity to meet Blu DeTiger and photograph her show at The Sinclair in Cambridge as part of her “All I Ever Want Is...” tour! I also took photos of the merch table and pre-show meet & greet, which is something I don’t typically get to do at live music events.

Black Polish at The Sinclair last month 🖤

Shot for @amplifyhervoice

Fans lined up outside Paradise Rock Club last Friday, May 10th, eagerly awaiting the funky, psychedelic sounds of the LA-based band Chicano Batman. Boston was the 17th stop on their long U.S. tour after the release of their latest album titled ‘Notebook Fantasy,’ which has already received high praise from The Recording Academy, Billboard, and Alternative Press.

It had been a while since I was last at @millishigh, but I visited a few weeks ago after @thidavanh.an booked me to photograph her senior project — a cultural concert showcasing 6 dance/musical acts and 10+ nationalities 🌏

This is more my parents’ music than mine, although I’ve adopted a handful of songs as I’ve grown older. It’s always heartwarming to attend a show with fans reliving memories of their youth.

I couldn’t bring my usual camera (nor film) this time, but I did get some decent stuff with a point and shoot! (Shot on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300.)

English gothic-rock band The Sisters of Mercy performed at Boston’s Big Night Live on the last day of May for their first US tour in nearly 15 years.

From the moment I received Ava’s contact form, I just knew their senior portraits would be some of…

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