With chairs lining the sidewalks of Martha’s Cafe outside Revolution Hall, fans eagerly waited all day for the opening night of DJO’s Back On You tour. DJO, the solo project of actor and musician Joe Keery, most famously known for his role in Stranger Things, sold out all 3 nights here in Portland, Oregon. Since releasing his first album, Twenty Twenty, Keery has increasingly become more and more popular in the psychedelic rock scene. Touring on his newest release, “The Crux,” fans were eager to see how this album would translate from the studio to the live stage.
Read MoreLong before Joe Keery (aka Djo) took the stage at Revolution Hall, it was clear the night was going to be something special. That revelation came courtesy of Post Animal, the Chicago-born psych-rock powerhouse whose opening set was nothing short of electrifying. Riding the wave of anticipation for Djo’s post-album tour, Post Animal showed Portland exactly why they’re a band to watch—and feel.
Read MoreSaturday night saw a near-instantly sold-out crowd pack Le Poisson Rouge (LPR) for Ukrainian sensation DakhaBrakha. The room was filled to capacity with fans eager for a rare appearance from the globe-trotting, genre-defying quartet. Known at first glance for their distinctive traditional Ukrainian garb and seamless three-part female-led harmonies, DakhaBrakha needed no opening act.
Read MoreWhat a night. ALEXSUCKS and Max Davis played their first show in Salt Lake City at Kilby Court over the weekend and left some lasting impressions on the whole audience. Exiting the venue I overheard groups of people talking about how much they loved the show and that they really needed to listen to more of the music that was played that night. This sold out show didn’t reach full capacity until about ten minutes before Alex hopped on stage.
Read MoreOn a night charged with anticipation, clipping. took the stage at The Echoplex in Los Angeles to celebrate the release of their latest album, Dead Channel Sky—and they did not disappoint. The sold-out crowd was primed for something special, and what they got was nothing short of a sonic assault: a mind-bending, bass-heavy performance that reaffirmed why clipping. remains one of the most innovative and underappreciated acts in hip-hop today.
Read MoreLos Angeles has no shortage of musical spectacles, but when BALTHVS took the stage at The Mayan, it was more than just a concert—it was a full-blown psychedelic funk odyssey. Hosted by Jazz Is Dead, the evening was a testament to the power of rhythm, groove, and cosmic energy, as the Bogotá-born trio delivered a performance that felt like a hypnotic fever dream, pulling the audience deep into their mesmerizing sonic universe.
Read MoreA sold out show is nothing new to Jake Lenderman these days. Scrolling through his tour dates, it’s hard to find a stop that hasn’t been sold out months in advance. This would be pretty hard to believe when he was just known as “the guitarist in the band Wednesday who also makes some pretty good solo stuff”. That all changed with the release of Manning Fireworks last September.
Read MoreLos Angeles came together in a spectacular and heartfelt night of entertainment at the Lodge Room in Highland Park, as Ken Marino and David Wain’s Middle Aged Dad Band hosted an unforgettable Wildfire Benefit. With 100% of proceeds going to the United Way of Greater Los Angeles Wildfire Response Fund, Pasadena Community Foundation, and Eaton Fire Relief and Recovery Fund, the night was a powerful reminder of the strength of community through music, comedy, and generosity.
Read MoreLauren Mayberry, best known as the lead singer of electro-pop powerhouse CHVRCHES, is embarking on a bold new chapter with the release of her debut solo album, Vicious Creature, out now via Island Records. To celebrate, she’s hitting the road for a winter tour, making a highly anticipated stop in Los Angeles at The Belasco on March 2nd.
Read MoreLas Vegas is about to get a tropical makeover as world-renowned DJ, producer, and Palm Tree Crew co-founder Kygo brings an exclusive residency to the Strip. This marks a significant milestone in Vegas entertainment as Kygo becomes the first artist to perform at Palm Tree Beach Club—a brand-new day club from Palm Tree Crew and Tao Group Hospitality, set to debut this May at MGM Grand.
Read MoreLos Angeles, get ready for a night of rock, laughter, and generosity as the Middle Aged Dad Jam Band & Friends take over the Lodge Room on Tuesday, February 11, for the City of Angels Wildfires Benefit. This one-night-only event brings together an all-star lineup of musicians, comedians, and entertainers, all coming together for a cause—helping the communities impacted by the recent Los Angeles wildfires.
Read MoreLos Angeles is about to witness a night of unforgettable performances, heartfelt giving, and a star-studded lineup at GVE A FCK LA, a benefit concert and auction taking place on Wednesday, February 5th, at the historic Hollywood Palladium. Produced by Live Nation and presented by Milk Makeup, this highly anticipated event will bring together some of the biggest names in music and comedy, all in support of local organizations making a difference. Tickets go on sale tomorrow, Tuesday, January 28th, at 12 PM Pacific.
Read MoreLos Angeles' Lodge Room transformed into a kaleidoscopic dreamscape on Thursday night as Wand delivered an expansive, career-spanning performance that left the packed house in awe. The night was a triumphant showcase of the band's evolution, marked by two full sets of mesmerizing psych rock, a single encore, and the unmistakable energy of a band operating at their peak.
Read MoreThis past Saturday, December 14, Big Time Rush brought festive magic to a sold-out crowd at Bridgeport’s Total Mortgage Arena with BIG TIME RUSH ON ICE—a one-night-only spectacle that seamlessly blended high-energy pop hits with an unexpected skating showcase. Carlos, Kendall, James, and Logan, the beloved Nickelodeon-bred quartet, gave fans a night to remember, filled with surprises, nostalgia, and plenty of holiday cheer.
Read MoreLos Angeles in the winter often comes with massive fog clouds that roll into the city at night and leaves me with a feeling of craving nostalgia in a warm me up to my core way. The air can often chill you to the bones and one of the best cures for this that I have found is of course a concert. With artists of all levels currently riding high on doing tours where they play classic albums in full Indie Rock icons Dinosaur Jr. decided to bless Southern California with an exclusive three night run of their classic 1993 album “Where You Been”.
Read MoreLos Angeles was treated to an unforgettable evening of psychedelic rock mastery as Pond stormed The Belasco on their Stung! tour. The Australian rockers delivered a relentless, high-octane performance that cemented their reputation as one of the tightest live acts in the game. From the moment they took the stage, it was clear this wasn’t just another show—it was an ecstatic celebration of Pond’s ever-evolving sound and their unparalleled connection with fans.
Read MorePortland’s iconic venue, The Den, was the stage for a night of musical brilliance as Arc De Soleil, the artistic moniker of Swedish composer and multi-instrumentalist Daniel Kadawatha, delivered an unforgettable performance. The room was packed with eager concertgoers, the kind of electric crowd that transforms a good show into a transcendent experience. From the moment the lights dimmed, the atmosphere buzzed with anticipation, and Arc De Soleil more than delivered.
Read MoreLos Angeles’ Belasco Theatre became the epicenter of rock nostalgia and high-energy modernity on a night that proved The Lemon Twigs are a band designed for the stage. Touring behind their latest album, A Dream Is All We Know, the D’Addario brothers delivered an electrifying set that transcended expectations and left the crowd buzzing with the sheer joy of live music.
Read MoreIf there was any doubt about Caribou’s live prowess, Wednesday night at Los Angeles’ Shrine Expo Hall proved Dan Snaith and his band are among the most electrifying, yet underrated, acts on the live circuit today. With a packed crowd buzzing with anticipation, Caribou took the stage and delivered a show that pulsed with life, lifting fans from their feet and into a near two-hour dance party filled with rhythmic exploration, vibrant energy, and hypnotic visuals.
Read MoreAfter a spine-tingling performance of The Black Parade in its entirety at the recent When We Were Young Festival, My Chemical Romance (Gerard Way, Ray Toro, Frank Iero, and Mikey Way) is back to celebrate their landmark 2006 album on an exclusive 10-city North American tour. This beloved rock opera, once named one of Rolling Stone’s "500 Greatest Albums of All Time," will resonate through stadiums this summer, giving fans a chance to experience the album’s theatrical energy from start to finish.
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