TSQ LIVE Summer Friday: NOSHOWS and So Impartial

TSQ LIVE is turning up the heat with the Summer Friday concert series in Times Square this season. From pop-up shows with top charting artists, to the trendiest up-and-coming artists hitting the airwaves, this series aims to showcase a wide range of talent across all genres with a strong focus on showcasing independent artists of the New York City music scene. Musicians from New York City and beyond will present free concerts, many of whom will be celebrating the debut of new songs or an upcoming summer album release.

NOSHOWS

NYC-based artist Max Satow, known professionally as NOSHOWS, is carving out a distinct lane in alternative music—where introspection collides with urgency and genre boundaries dissolve. Blending alt-rock, funk, punk, and new wave, NOSHOWS transforms themes of self-reflection, isolation, and anxiety into a cathartic, high-energy sound built for release.

Since emerging on the New York scene, NOSHOWS has amassed millions of streams and built a devoted following through electrifying live performances across the U.S., including Gramercy Theatre, Mercury Lounge, Bowery Electric, MilkBoy, Ardmore Music Hall, Pearl Street Warehouse, and Hi-Fi Indianapolis, along with festival appearances at Pleasantville Music Festival and Toonerville.

His 2023 EP Wants and Needs—featuring “Portrait”—was followed by the 2025 EP Tightrope, led by breakout single “What’s My Name.” Critics have taken notice: Wonderland praises his “eclectic blend of alternative rock, hip-hop, and funk,” while EARMILK and Vents Magazine cite his rare mix of energy and emotional depth.

With growing momentum, NOSHOWS is preparing new music and an expanded live run in 2026. @noshows

So Impartial

So Impartial is a New York-based alternative rock band led by songwriter Christian Rossi. Drawing from alternative rock, indie rock, and new wave influences, the band's music pairs melodic songwriting with energetic live performances and a direct, emotional approach.

Since forming, So Impartial has steadily built a following through independent releases and regular performances throughout the New York area. Their songs blend driving guitars, memorable hooks, and thoughtful lyricism, reflecting a modern take on alternative rock while remaining rooted in the genre's classic traditions.