Sugar Park
Groove125 West 3rd Street, New York 10012
Sugar Park brings its ensemble to Groove for a late-night Manhattan set built around five lead singers and their harmonies. The band’s repertoire reaches across musical eras, pairing timeless classics with more recent chart material, with the vocal blend as the through line. It is a full-band presentation shaped by a long-running team rather than a solo showcase, led by the group’s founder, Clara Lofaro.
Hailing from New York City’s music scene, Sugar Park has worked together for more than 11 years. The group is the brainchild of Lofaro, a singer-songwriter who has reached Billboard’s Top 25. Their history includes appearances at Carnegie Hall and Jones Beach Theater, as well as performances alongside Stevie Nicks, the Cleftones, LaVern Baker and Celia Cruz. That range, from landmark venues to bills with artists from distinct corners of pop, vocal-group and Latin music, fits a band whose stated approach moves between older standards and current songs while putting multiple singers at the front of the arrangement.
Groove offers a lively setting where music lovers gather to enjoy a range of live performances, often featuring multiple sets that stretch into the night. The venue’s space is designed for standing audiences, creating an energetic environment where the music takes center focus. A well-stocked bar serves as the hub for socializing before and after shows, while ticketing varies from free entry to modest cover charges, with advance purchase recommended for popular acts. The venue’s location in Manhattan places it within easy reach of the city’s vibrant nightlife, making it a natural stop for an evening out. Expect a night where the music pulses through the room, the crowd is engaged, and the energy builds as the night progresses, often with late-night jams or DJ sets extending the experience.