Sykes shared the stage with songstress Ruth B, and he was able to put on a very impressive opening set, where he showcased his tremendous pipes.
“How ya’ll doing today?” Sykes asked, prior to noting that is a dream for him to perform at an iconic venue such as Radio City Music Hall. He began with his breakthrough single “Kiss Me Quick,” displaying his ability to nail the high notes, where the stage was graced in blue lights. Sykes was backed solely by acoustic guitar.
“It is such an honor to be on this tour,” he said, graciously. “You guys are in for the most amazing show tonight.” It was followed by a solo rendition of “Famous,” where he accompanied himself on piano, and sang with minimal melisma.
“Oh my God. I’m having the best night,” he exclaimed, and he immediately broke into his latest single “Give It Up,” which is a collaboration with rapper G-Eazy. Sykes was accompanied on acoustic guitar by his guitar player, and it was a mellow performance, featuring his sultry yet powerhouse voice.
Sykes closed his four-song set with a piano-driven version of “Over and Over Again,” where he left his fans yearning for more. “I hope you enjoy tonight,” he told his New York fans, prior to wishing them all “a good night.”
The Verdict
Overall, Nathan Sykes was able to deliver at Radio City Music Hall, and he was able to get the stage warmed up for Ruth B and Alessia Cara. His future in the music scene should be promising. His live set at Radio City garnered an A rating.
To learn more about singer-songwriter Nathan Sykes and his music, check out his official website.
