The Empire State Building and Macy’s partnered together to put on an Independence Day celebration like never before! The LED tower light show, created by world-famous lighting design artist Marc Brickman, was designed and choreographed to the music curated by Usher for the fireworks.
For the first time in its 37-year history, Macy’s invited a guest curator to create the musical backdrop for the 2013 fireworks show. Usher not only created an unforgettable playlist, the R&B superstar also had a hand in choreographing the fireworks display itself and made it a point to add his touch to every aspect of the show.
Usher’s 4th of July Fireworks playlist included Jimi Hendrix’s take on “The Star-Spangled Banner,” Kanye West, Rihanna, Jay-Z, Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert, Frank Sinatra, and four songs performed by Usher: “Euphoria,” “Yeah!,” “OMG” and “Without You.”
Check out footage of the amazing 37th Annual Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks in New York City below:
