English musician and actor Tricky has been quite successful since his days in trip-hop outfit Massive Attack. His ninth studio album, titled Mixed Race, was recorded in Paris and released in September. His fusion of rock, hip-hop and cultural styles from all over Europe and the UK make him a standout artist, as can shown by his extensive career. Catch Tricky in NYC at Le Poisson Rouge on Dec. 9 (Tickets $20, doors 10 p.m.) and Brooklyn Bowl on Dec. 10 (Tickets $20, doors 6 p.m.).