Concert Review: Mothica Halloween Extravaganza One Night in Los Angeles
- Karlee Skipper
- 10 minutes ago
- 4 min read
*Mothica Concert Poster via Mothica
Mothica celebrated my favorite holiday in style with a special one-night Halloween Extravaganza in Los Angeles. The night was filled with spooky fun, including tarot readings, a costume contest, and two mystifying supporting acts. Dark-pop princess, margø, kicked off the night with her mesmerizing performance dressed as HIM from The Powerpuff Girls. Then, The Whorror Show, a spooky-themed drag group, led the crowd in an awe-inspiring production. Mothica’s picks to open her show were ingenious, flawlessly encapsulating the horror and thrill of the holiday. Once Mothica hit the stage, everyone was shaking in anticipation for her powerful performance – and she did not disappoint.
Mothica kicked off the show with an ominous intro. While her band played subtle instrumentals, a black 7-foot coffin stood in the middle of the stage, covered by a black sheet. The audience erupted in excitement as we knew what, or rather who, was in that casket. Suddenly, the sheet was ripped from the coffin, revealing Mothica in one of the most stunning outfits I have ever seen. She performed “The Void,” the first track from her latest album, Kissing Death. This song was more of an interlude to the project, slowly introducing the listener to the dark themes of depression, anxiety, and mental health. Mothica beginning the concert with this track subtly lured the audience into the eerie theme of the night.
Throughout the show, Mothica kept the audience engaged through her witty remarks, deep vulnerability, and intimate stage presence. Her voice was stunning, hitting every note flawlessly and bringing the recordings to life. She commanded the stage and brought light to the darkness. I had lost count of the number of times Mothica held my hand and sang directly to me (shoutout to my husband, who magically found us a spot front row while I was at the merch table meeting margø). Mothica made every single person in the crowd feel special and cared for, because at a Mothica show, it is a safe space for everyone. This is a setting we desperately need in these uncertain times.
Mothica also made everyone know they are loved and they matter. After relapsing and attending rehab last year, Mothica released a new version of her hit song, “Vices.” In the new version, she changes the bridge to be about her fans, telling them: “If you see me on the stage // I'll wipe the tears right off your face // You're the reason I'm okay.” This part of the song always gives me chills, so I knew I would cry – and I did. Then, she immediately followed the song with a speech about her attempted suicide at the age of 15, which led to her writing the song, “Forever Fifteen.” Her speech detailed how things would get better - that her life got better. She never imagined she would still be alive at her age, but she is, and she has a support system bigger than she could even dream of. She wanted everyone in the crowd who has ever had thoughts of self-harm and suicidal ideation to know that she sees them and she loves them. There was not one dry eye in the room after that moment. Everyone in the crowd had tears streaming down their face, or at the very least welling up in their eyes. Mothica moved the crowd in that moment and brought much-needed compassion and empathy to their lives.
It is always a special moment when I get to meet the artists I have worked with on Pop Passion Blog and see them perform live. While I have been an avid Mothica listener for several years now – the artist has always been at my top 3 on Apple Replay – I did have the honor to write a review for her song “Another High” last year. Similarly, margø is another artist we have worked with a handful of times. I had only listened to her more casually before working with her and her team. But being able to review her music and be more active on her social media has made me adore the artist and anticipate every new release. Being able to see these two dark-pop phenomena perform their songs that explore themes of murder and mayhem was an absolute treat – especially the day before Halloween.
During the show, Mothica officially launched her new era of music. She has been teasing her new album and its intriguing imagery – Mothicorp. This new image brings the aesthetic of Mothica to the corporate world, symbolizing her depression and anxiety. At the concert, she told the crowd that she has been “applying for real jobs” to fund her new album. Suddenly, someone in a suit came onto stage and handed her a business card. Mothica read it aloud, stating that she was accepted into Mothicorp and her first day will be November 11th, implying new music will be released that day. On Monday, November 3rd, Mothica announced her brand new single, “Evergreen Misery.” She also told the audience this would be her “Rockica” era, indicating her new music will have an edgier sound.
Mothica is one of the best modern artists; from her authentic lyrics to her powerful vocals, she is a rockstar in the making. Seeing her live is an otherworldly experience that you do not want to miss out on. Mothica performs at several rock, pop-punk, and metal festivals year-round. If she doesn’t have anything near you soon, make sure to follow her on social media to keep up to date. You never know when she may be added to a new line-up or announce a headlining tour. Apply for Mothicorp today!
Written By Karlee Skipper
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