Catch a concert accompanied by the incomparable sunset in your west side backyard!
The sounds of summer come alive at Hudson River Park’s long-running music series Sunset on the Hudson.
Each concert will feature Queer and BIPOC artists integral to New York—from historic greats with a history on the piers to up-and-coming locals, you won’t want to miss a second or a sunset in this series!
Experience some of the city’s greatest talent right in your west side backyard.
About the Artists
Randy Jones
Randy Jones, an actor, author, American Music Award winner and multi-platinum recording artist, is the original Cowboy and a founding member of Village People. In his career spanning four decades before, with and since Village People, he has sold more than 100 million units and garnered in excess of a quarter-billion views on YouTube. Perhaps best known for his hits with the group, like “Macho Man,” “In the Navy,” “Go West” and “Y.M.C.A,” he has earned 75 Gold and Platinum record certificates, toured worldwide, starred in the camp classic film, Can’t Stop the Music, made the cover of Rolling Stone Magazine and in 2008, was honored with a star on Hollywood’s Walk of Fame.
The Bad Judies
The Bad Judies are NYC’s only drag band. Lyra Vega, WorshipHer and Wesley have come together to bring a one of a kind experience to drag and music lovers alike. These queens are singers and multi-instrumentalists covering all genres. The Bad Judies blend house, disco, pop and rock, and LOVE to mash-up the classics. The band has had the honor of performing the many stages and queer venues across NYC and they continue to grow their fan base. You can catch them every Thursday this summer on Fire Island and every Monday at Red Eye NY. You can find them on Instagram at @thebadjudies.
Mercy Be
Mercy Be is an Astoria-based drag enchantress whose unique act features the violin, saxophone, live singing, outrageous comedy, and fierce looks. She comes from humble beginnings busking on the streets of Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania to performing at NYC’s fabled venues including Sony Hall, House of Yes, Red Eye, Bowery Electric, 3 Dollar Bill, The Stonewall Inn, 54 Below, and more! In addition to collaborating with drag performers all around the city, Mercy performs regularly with NYC’s all drag band, The Bad Judies.
Chosen Family Portraits from Phillips and Eugenia Mello
Accompanying this Sunset on the Hudson performance, artist Eugenia Mello will be at Pier 45 from 4:00–8:00 PM to offer free hand-drawn “Chosen Family” portraits courtesy of Phillips Auction House.
About Phillips
Phillips Auction House is where anyone can buy, sell, or connect with the art and objects that inspire them. As one of the world’s most dynamic auction houses, Phillips focuses on modern and contemporary art, design, and luxury—from the defining aesthetic movements of the past to today’s most exciting talent.
Sunset on the Hudson Schedule
- May 31: AERI, Ashni & Treya Lam
- June 7: Batalá New York
- June 14: Viva DeConcini & People’s Champs
- June 21: Resistance Revival Chorus
- June 28: The Bad Judies & Randy Jones
Event Details
6:30 PM