Tchami @ The Marquis 1/2
DJ and producer Tchami (Martin Bresso) is pushing dance music forward with future house music, and is coming to Park City to share his vision. Bresso started out in France and made his way to major festivals, so you may have seen him at Hard Summer, EDC and even Coachella. What exactly is “future house?” It’s a genre that is about paying homage to the history of house music, but also finding innovative ways to push the genre forward with new sounds and textures. It’s a blend of soulful vocals with heavy bass and the traditional house funk, a more modern electronic energy mixed with a bit of U.K. garage, hip-hop and gospel music for a transcendental feeling. Bresso often wears a priest outfit while DJing, symbolizing his desire for the audience to connect on a spiritual level with his sets. From back in 2015, his song “Move Your Body” was already ahead of its time, bringing deep bliss to listeners. “Waiting,” “R 2 ME” and “Late Night Secrets” all dropped in 2025, and showcase how Bresso has continued his legacy of evolving house music. Bresso’s talent for combining deeply personal lyrics with a dance-floor focus makes his shows an incredible experience. If you’re not too tired from the New Year’s Eve parties, check out Tchami at The Marquis on Friday, Jan. 2 at 9 p.m. Tickets cost $105 for this 21+ event, which will sell out quickly. Go to stubhub.com. (Arica Roberts)
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Sheena Easton @ Egyptian Theatre 1/2-4
At age 66, Sheena Easton is now a far cry from the young Scottish lass whose first major American hit, “Morning Train,” imagined her as a demure housewife waiting patiently for her husband’s return at the end of his working day. Not that she maintained that modest posture; her recording of the title tune of the James Bond blockbuster For Your Eyes Only, her subsequent cover of Prince’s “U Got the Look” and her emergence as a disco diva who aroused the ire of PG crusader Tipper Gore with the cover of another Prince classic, “Sugar Walls,” led to her becoming the first and only artist to achieve a Top Five hit on each of Billboard’s major singles charts. In that regard, Easton not only defied categorization, but also was able to maintain success from the ’80s onward—no small feat given the fickle nature of the music biz. Her popularity has been sustained by her commanding live performances and the ongoing re-release of her early albums. A six-time Grammy nominee and two-time Grammy winner, Easton can also claim combined record sales of over 20 million records worldwide, 15 Top 40 hits, and seven Top 10 singles, including a Number One hit on the Billboard Hot 100. As her early hit “Modern Girl” once confirmed, Easton continues to keep up with the times. Sheena Easton performs at the Egyptian Theatre in Park City on Friday, Jan. 2 – Saturday, Jan. 3 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, Jan. 4 at 5 p.m. Tickets cost $50-$60 at parkcityshows.com. (Lee Zimmerman)
Stage Fright album release show @ Kilby Court 1/6
Album-release shows are some of the most fun events you can end up at, especially as a new year rings in: Think fresh music for a fresh start. The second album by Stage Fright—an alt/dream pop/shoegaze group who bring a unique and interesting sound to the mix of genres—Patterns released on Dec. 12, but this show will officially christen the new project. The band has noted that Patterns is “dedicated to shitty men, beautiful women and horses.” If that sounds like your vibe, you’ll want to check this new album out. The opening track “Drive” starts with ethereal electronic effects before a strumming guitar comes in, further setting the mood; the soft vocals will draw you in and have you feeling relaxed in an instant. The following track “Break” picks up the tempo, but still features soft sounding instruments and pulsing electronic effects that bring the peaceful and chill vibes. Later on, they bring in acoustic guitar and delicate harmonics, offering listeners an alluring adventure. Stage Fright won’t be alone, as locals You Shall Know Our Velocity and Bella Woods join to help launch the new album. You don’t want to miss this all-ages show on Tuesday, Jan. 6 at 6 p.m. Tickets are $13 in advance and $15 at the door. Grab tickets at 24tix.com. (Emilee Atkinson)
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Dean Lewis @ The Complex 1/7
Australian singer-songwriter Dean Lewis began his professional musical career in 2014 and first appeared on the pop-music landscape in 2017. His debut single “Waves” was a hit in Australia, and gained exposure in the U.S. thanks to sync licensing on Magnum P.I., Grey’s Anatomy, Riverdale and several other popular shows. A 2018 single, “Be Alright” was an even bigger success, gaining Lewis his first (and to date only) U.S. Top 40 hit. His 2019 debut album A Place We Knew earned Gold, Platinum or multi-Platinum sales in eight countries, reaching number 31 in the U.S.; 2022’s The Hardest Love performed more modestly, but still earned Lewis a Gold record in three countries. His third and most recent album, The Epilogue, was released in late 2024, reaching number 2 in Australia and earning positive critical notices. He embarked upon a world tour to promote the release, but amid multiple allegations of sexual misconduct, in October 2025 Lewis announced a hiatus during which he would seek therapy. His touring schedule now resumes, continuing into February and throughout North America, with many dates selling out in advance. Dean Lewis comes to The Complex on Wednesday, Jan. 7 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $103 at vividseats.com. (Bill Kopp)