Watch Perfume Genius make US television debut with ‘Queen’ on Letterman

It’s taken three albums to arrive, but Perfume Genius’ television debut was never going to be a subdued affair. As it stands, Mike Hadreas’ performance of ‘Queen’ stands out as one of the most unforgettable in the past few months.

Taken from ‘Too Bright’, ‘Queen’’s bite was replicated bit-by-bit by Hadreas and co., with the Seattle musician in an all-white suit, coupled with bright red lipstick.

This November, Perfume Genius arrives in Europe for a series of shows.

See dates above the Letterman performance.

NOVEMBER

11 Paris, La Maroquinerie

12 Zurich, Exil

13 Lausanne, Le Romandie

14 Leuven, Depot

16 Copenhagen, Jazzhouse

17 Berlin, Lido

18 Heidelberg, Pret-a-ecouter Festival

19 Amsterdam, Bitterzoet

21 Utrecht, Le Guess Who Festival

23 Edinburgh, Caves

24 Leeds, The Wardrobe

25 Birmingham, Oobleck

26 Brighton, The Haunt

27 London, Islington Assembly Hall