The Sonics – 8/15 – The Roxy Theatre (West Hollywood, CA)
You could make the case that The Sonics started grunge in 1963. They came from the right place (Washington), and they certainly rocked hard enough. Whatever you want to call … Read more
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Deer Tick – 8/6 – The Observatory (Los Angeles, CA)
For years, Deer Tick were known as one of the hardest-partying bands currently working, but they’ve used their newest album to showcase a bit of singer John McAuley’s personal side. … Read more
Hamilton Leithauser – 7/31 – The Echo (Los Angeles, CA)
The Walkmen may not be around any longer, but the band’s former lead singer Hamilton Leithauser has no intention of slowing down. Leithauser already has a new album, Black Hours, and … Read more
Wolfmother – 7/24 – House Of Blues (Los Angeles, CA)
It’s been eight long years since Wolfmother won us over with the hard-rocking, Zeppelin-esque “Woman,” and after a tumultuous time involving breakups and solo albums, the band are back with … Read more
Loudon Wainwright III – 7/17 – Levitt Pavilion at MacArthur Park (Los…
It seems that each year brings new fans to Loudon Wainwright III. The eccentric singer-songwriter’s work has always garnered a cult following, but his recent string of excellent albums has … Read more
Steve Martin & The Steep Canyon Rangers (feat. Edie Brickell) – 7/4…
The Hollywood Bowl’s Fourth of July shows are essential trips on the West Coast, but this year’s show is bound to be truly special. Steve Martin’s made a nice musical … Read more
Pure X – 6/26 – The Echo (Echo Park, CA)
Pure X’s new album, Angel, is one of those perfect summer records. It’s a breezy, relaxed record that evokes some of the best memories of 70s AM radio in all of … Read more
