The Novo in downtown Los Angeles has long been a go-to venue for up-and-coming musicians to showcase their talent according to local residents. The stage at the Novo isn’t overly extravagant, yet neither does it lack presence; however, on Saturday evening, the intimate nightclub morphed into an oasis of luxury specifically for one artist—Argentine singer-songwriter Nathy Peluso. She took full advantage of the setting and undeniably elevated her performance beyond what was expected from such a place.
During an almost two-hour performance, Peluso effortlessly jumped between genres without restraint, incorporating heartfelt power ballads, sharp rap verses, and salsa routines infused with Brazilian funk, EDM, and Bachata influences. Her setlist highlighted the cream of her repertoire while particularly spotlighting " Grasa Peluso's 16-track album that clinched three awards Latin Grammys Last year, she received nominations for Best Alternative Song ("The Day I Lost My Youth"), Best Rap and Hip-Hop Song ("Learn to Love"), and Best Long Form Video ("Fat"). To keep the momentum going, Peluso embarked on a tour across Europe. first concert schedules throughout the USA.
Given that Saturday’s show marked Peluso’s second time performing in the city and also served as the concluding act of this tour, the audience in Los Angeles was particularly enthusiastic. The crowd, which spanned various age groups and backgrounds (as evidenced by Peluso singing in Spanish, English, and Italian), transformed different areas of the venue into impromptu dance floors. Concertgoers followed suit by imitating Peluso’s lively movements across the stage during the salsa segments, such as those seen in “Mafiosa,” “Puro Veneno,” and “La Presa.” In particular, during “La Presa,” Peluso delivered an engaging performance through dramatic calls and responses onstage. la policia and dancing within an improvised enclosure.
Peluso intersperses these intense scenes with emotional changes. Suddenly, she finds herself sprawled out on the carpeted stairs of her set design. Throughout it all, her singing remains steady—her voice retains its rich, resonant quality whether she’s standing or lying down, and doesn’t waver even as her hips move rhythmically to “Erotika.” This song is an opulent, sensual salsa that brings back memories of the genre's peak in the '90s.
Peluso didn’t require backup dancers or intricate gimmicks to create a grand spectacle. During the performance, she barely stepped away from the stage, staying off for less than a minute at most. This allowed the audience to clearly sense the connection between the performer and their artistry or story. With Peluso singing, dancing, and acting with evident confidence, it appeared as though she was fully immersed in her vibrant imaginary realm and delighted by our presence as spectators.
As the spectators took a moment to catch their breath, Peluso stayed unusually calm and recounted the tour saying it felt "like watching a film – everything has seemed just like a movie.” She finished by stating, “Although my tale remains brief, I am grateful for your presence beside me at this time.”
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