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Charli emphasized the importance of bringing her fans together in person during an email conversation with my colleague. She expressed that in-person spaces hold significant value in today’s digital age, making them feel more human than ever before. The atmosphere at the Storm King event was ethereal and thrilling as fans, many clad in green, gathered around the triangular area where a sculptural amphitheater took shape. They eagerly awaited Charli’s presence in the DJ booth to treat them to exclusive remix tracks, including a new version of “Sympathy Is a Knife” featuring Ariana Grande.
Nora Lawrence, Storm King’s artistic director and chief curator, saw welcoming Charli to the property as a natural decision. She explained the center’s history of incorporating music into its programs and highlighted the immersive experience it offers, emphasizing the importance of creating unforgettable moments rather than merely observing from a distance.
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The opportunity to introduce a new audience to Storm King was a welcomed addition, prompting careful consideration of the event’s location on the property. Eventually, it was decided to position Charli’s installation amidst four works by female artists, each a trailblazer in her own right.
From the event vantage point, fans could see Alicja Kwade’s LinienLand to the north, a striking grid of stone spheres that seem to hover within its structure. To the south was Maya Lin’s Storm King Wavefield, an earthy masterpiece of undulating hills carved into the landscape. In close proximity to the action to the west stood Alice Aycock’s Three-Fold Manifestation II. And to the east was a piece from Arlene Shechet’s Girl Group series, with Shechet herself present at the event, expressing her delight in sharing the space with Charli XCX.
