Cry Babies Rejoice: Melanie Martinez Transforms Frost Bank Center with "The Trilogy Tour”
Photo by Alejandra Sol Casas
Melanie Martinez dazzled San Antonio Cry Babies on Sunday night with an enthralling performance at Frost Bank Center for “The Trilogy Tour.”
The tour, an elaborate three-part spectacle, meticulously covers her discography in chronological order, narrating the evolution of her alter ego, Cry Baby, through her three studio albums: Cry Baby, K-12, and Portals. Each album unfolds a cohesive story, with "PORTALS" exploring Cry Baby's journey in the afterlife. Known for her dramaturgical production designs, Martinez's concert is a masterful culmination of her extensive storytelling, seamlessly blending lyrics, videos, dance and films into a live performance.
Martinez first gained national attention as a standout contestant on "The Voice" in 2012, quickly establishing her unique artistic vision. Over the years, she has cultivated a dedicated fanbase, the "Cry Babies," by addressing themes of self-acceptance, mental health, and social issues. Her signature aesthetic, consisting of vintage, doll-like imagery, and dark fairy-tale themes, resonates deeply with young audiences, with many in the audience emulating that style in their outfits.
The evening kicked off with performances by alt-pop singer-songwriter and violinist Sofia Isella, followed by the poppy lo-fi, guitar-driven tunes of Chicago-based rock quartet Beach Bunny.
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