On the night of International Women’s Day in DC, Paris Paloma played a sensational set of music for those who decided to come to the show during a night of celebration at the Lincoln Theatre. The sold-out crowd of predominantly women, stood, screamed, danced, and sang along with Paris during her show. The entire evening, by both opener and headliner, was inspiring and captivating from beginning to the end.
Paris Paloma is currently on tour in the United States in support of her first record titled Cacophony, and she appeared at the Lincoln Theatre on March 8.
Paloma’s performance was not only insightful with her brilliantly written songs but also was highly articulate. Paloma, a singer-songwriter from the United Kingdom, was thrilled to be in DC during the annual women’s event and provided a happy International Women’s Day greeting to all in attendance during the initial part of the performance.
Paloma and her two-piece band captivated the audience with excellent instrumentation during the show, which also featured candle-like lighting, and a colorful stage visuals throughout the evening.
Sarah Julia, a sister duo from Rotterdam, dressed in all white attire. They played a brilliant opening set showcasing their great vocals, harmonies, and acoustic playing. The sisters received numerous applause and standing ovations from fans throughout their set, and after the show stood signing autograph for fans for several minutes. The songs they played were profoundly crafted and as they described them as a place, they can find comfort in when life gets to the overwhelming part. One of the night’s memorable songs was one titled “Amsterdam” about their mom.
Watch the official music video for “Amsterdam” by Sarah Julia on YouTube:
Paloma’s show of lights, acoustics, and vocals ranks as one of the best shows I have seen in DC this year. To say the show was aesthetically pleasing was probably an understatement. The entire set was filled with dynamic lighting and brilliant colors. Fans of Paloma’s stood pretty much the entire show and sang during all songs.
At one point, Paloma stopped the show and asked each of the people in attendance to turn and introduce themselves as she seeked to build more camaraderie as she described the attendees as “wonderful people,” for whom she was very grateful.
Paloma is a captivating performer with beautiful vocals and strong lyrical content. The highlight of the evening during a night that each song played a great role in the overall impact of the performance, was Paloma’s captivating delivery of “The Rider” from the Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim. Paloma’s voice stunned and captivated all in the great venue during this song of near perfection. Paloma described her work with the film as a “magical experience.”
Watch the official music video for “The Rider” by Paris Paloma on YouTube:
Everyone in attendance this evening surely felt the magical aspect of the evening. Paloma’s singing ability is unlimited, and it will be great to see what her next few projects and tours will bring. Paloma’s show on the Cacophony Tour is a must-see experience.
Paloma’s setlist for the evening included the following songs:
1. My Mind (now)
2. Drywall
3. As Good a Reason
4. Knitting Song
5. Good Boy
6. The Warmth
7. Escape Pod
8. Notre Dame
9. Last Woman on Earth
10. Triassic Love Song
11. Bones on the Beach
12. The Rider
13. The Fruits
14. Yeti
15. The Hunter
Here are some photos of Paris Paloma performing live at the Lincoln Theatre in DC on March 8, 2025. All pictures copyright and courtesy of James Todd Miller.
Here are some photos of Sarah Julia opening Paris Paloma at the Lincoln Theatre in DC on March 8, 2025. All pictures copyright and courtesy of James Todd Miller.
