Carnival Headliner: Tony & The Kiki

The Queens from Queens! Tony & The Kiki is a New York City born and bred powerhouse band that exploded onto the scene like a supernova of sequins, sass, and sorcery. They blend gritty NYC glamour, disco decadence, and high-voltage anthems into an irresistible force of fabulosity. Their soul-shaking live shows, as well as their unapologetic songwriting, have earned them notable acclaim, captivating audiences from the underground to the world stage. Founded by Tony (Anthony Alfaro, vocals) and The Kiki (Rodney Bush, keys) in 2021 after over a decade of friendship and music making, they weave their magic by drawing on legends like Blondie, Queen, and Scissor Sisters, filtering it all through their unique synergy and creating a world that calls to the enchantments of yesteryear as well as being very much so in 2025… and beyond. Fronting the band, Tony not only defies gender but also shatters the boundaries of genre and logic itself with their vocal pyrotechnics and spellbinding presence. A vocalist like no other! Tony is also featured in residence as a guest vocalist with Brian Newman (Lady Gaga’s longtime band leader) and his all star band for the iconic AFTER DARK series at infamous NYC club, The Box, solidifying their reputation as a magnetic, genre-defying performer.