Alesso Celebrated His NYC Return with a Gryffin B2B Debut, Nostalgic Classics, and New Music

Alesso returned to Brooklyn for his first NYC show in two years, featuring a special B2B debut alongside Gryffin and a euphoric performance of beloved classics and new sounds. Two years ago, when Alesso packed the Brooklyn Storehouse, fans gathered to see the Swedish superstar behind some of the biggest EDM anthems of the past decade. His planned return to the Big Apple last year was canceled following the Brooklyn Mirage fiasco, leaving New York fans waiting even longer for his next appearance. So when he finally returned last weekend, anticipation was palpable leading up to show day. I knew I had to be there from the moment I saw the announcement that he was returning to Brooklyn. Set along the waterfront, Brooklyn Army Terminal was an expansive outdoor space that felt especially suited for a sunset-to-evening performance, offering a backdrop for what was already shaping up to be a memorable day. My excitement was amplified by the debut of Gryffin and Alesso’s back-to-back set. I’ve seen Alesso perform sets with Martin Garrix several times, and those performances have always shown me just how much chemistry and spontaneity can emerge when two artists know how to play off each oth...