NEW YORK, NY – Renowned experimental rock musician Kim Gordon, currently residing in Los Angeles, returned to her hometown of New York City this past week for a series of events celebrating the 20th anniversary of Sonic Youth’s album *Rather Ripped* and the New York Knicks’ historic NBA championship victory — their first in 53 years. Following the team’s triumph, Gordon shared her elation on social media, posting a video of New Yorkers singing “Empire State of Mind” on her Instagram story alongside the caption: “So happy to be in NYC!”
On Wednesday night, Gordon made a memorable appearance on *The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon*, where she performed “Play Me,” the lead single from her latest solo album. During the performance, she honored her 1994 *Late Show with David Letterman* appearance — famously barefoot and pregnant while rocking a Knicks jersey — by wearing a replica of the late John Starks’ iconic jersey. Gordon praised Starks as a “Knick legend” who contributed to the franchise’s resurgence, highlighting his legendary 45-point performance in Game 5 of the NBA Finals as the pivotal moment in the Knicks’ championship run.
Gordon’s New York return will conclude with a private yet high-energy pop-up concert at the 300-capacity venue Night Club 101 in Manhattan’s East Village this evening. Attendees will witness her live rendition of “Play Me,” which blends her signature experimental sound with pop accessibility. Below is a preview of her latest music:
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