Get into the LA Groove: Sep. 9-15, 2024

Although the band hasn’t released an album since 1997’s Cha-Cha Damore, Pegboy remains a cult favorite amongst fans of Midwestern punk and a consistent draw on their tours. Longtime, San Pedro-based outfit Toys That Kill open this Monday night show at El Cid in Silver Lake. Tickets at Dice.

With his latest album, Raccoon Nights, out on September 6, Tall Juan heads to Los Angeles to play Zebulon on Monday, September 9. The Buenos Aires-raised, New York-based artist has a catalog of songs that range in style from garage rock to ska to psychedelic pop, that will certainly make for an eclectic night. A bonus is that there’s no cover for this event. Tickets at Dice.

In 1994, The Tick leaped from indie comic book pages to the small screen with a Fox Kids animated series that would run for three seasons and remain a cult favorite for decades to follow. Celebrate the 30th anniversary of the series at El Cid on September 10 with special guests like voice actor Townsend Coleman, screenings of original episodes and more. Tickets at Dice.

On tour to support their 2023 album, Salvage Enterprise, The Polyphonic Spree heads to Los Angeles on Tuesday, September 10. Catch the choral indie rockers at Teragram Ballroom, where they’ll be joined by Philadelphia-based band Another Michael; and Escape Artist Lovers, the LA-based duo of Kirk Hellie and Rain Phoenix. Tickets to the all-ages show at Ticketmaster.

During his lengthy career, Jim Ward co-founded both At the Drive-In and Sparta, as well as alt-country band Sleepercar. He’s currently on the road for a series of acoustic shows and will headline Genghis Cohen on September 11 with support from Nate Bergman and Still. For fans, this is a great opportunity to see Ward play in an intimate space. Tickets to the 18+ show at Dice.

Savion Glover and Dulé Hill will be the special guests for Jazz on Tap at the Hollywood Bowl on Wednesday, September 11. The performances will also feature GRAMMY winner Christian McBride, the music director for the show, on bass; playing alongside Christian Sands (piano), Rodney Jones (guitar) and Clayton Cameron (drums), plus the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra conducted by Thomas Wilkins.

Influential Mexican video performance artist Ximena Cuevas has brought her work to institutions like LA's Hammer Museum, MoMA in New York and more. On Thursday, September 12, the local experimental film series Lightstruck will be screening a selection of her works at 2220 Arts + Archives. Tickets at Dice.

Since the latter half of the Aughts, Beats Antique has garnered a following for merging contemporary electronic music, traditional, global sounds and tribal fusion dance. On their current tour, the band is bringing a new show to the stage, complete with unreleased music and fresh dances. Catch them on September 12 at Teragram Ballroom with GRAMMY-nominated musician and producer Haywyre opening. Tickets at Ticketmaster.

Summer comes to a close with the Hollywood Bowl’s Fireworks Finale this weekend! The festivities begin on Friday night with the first of three concerts from ‘90s R&B icons Boyz II Men and pop star Paula Abdul, with both acts performing some of their biggest hits for this end-of-the-season spectacular. The show begins at 8pm on Friday and Saturday night, and Sunday’s performance starts at 7:30pm. For all three nights, the Bowl opens its gates two hours prior to showtime.

The Chrome Nights North American Tour brings together Canadian indie dance duo Chromeo, whose most recent album, Adult Contemporary, was released earlier this year, with American synthwavers The Midnight as co-headliners with support from former Chromatics singer Ruth Radelet. The tour hits The Greek Theatre on Friday, September 13 with multiple VIP packages available, including the Chromeo Date Night Experience, with a meet & greet and photo opportunity; and The Midnight Up Close VIP Experience, which includes a group Q&A. Tickets to the all-ages show at AXS.

More than 40 years after they formed, Belgian EBM outfit Front 242 is touring for the last time. “Black Out: The Final Shows” hits Los Angeles on Friday, September 13, when the group takes the stage at The Mayan. After years of making music that has deeply influenced LA's’ dance music scenes, it’s fitting that locals Riki and Spike Hellis open the show. Be sure to arrive early for their sets! Tickets at Eventbrite.

Masked house heavy-hitter Claptone heads to Exchange LA on Friday, September 13. Known for his Masquerade residency at Amnesia in Ibiza, the German DJ is bound to pack the floor with a mix of classic and current jams. VIP table reservations are available for this special event.

On tracks like his recently released “Bells of Kakariko,” Berlin-based DJ/producer Oliver Koletzki blurs the lines of dance music genres to create a unique and engaging sound. Catch him play an extended set on Friday, September 13 at Avalon Hollywood, presented by local party promotion teams Minimal Effort and SBCLTR. Joining Koletzki is Austrian duo HVOB, who will be performing live, and LA-based DJ Andrew Aoun, who released his debut single, “Devotion,” earlier this year. Tickets at Dice.

Want to squeeze one last pool party into the summer? Head to Golden Hour at Level 8 on Saturday afternoon for Dance Yourself Clean. The indie dance DJs will be joined by funk and house-influenced trio Wake the Wild and French house revivalist Clavette for an afternoon overlooking the city from the roof of the AC/Moxy. Tickets at Dice.

DJ/producer Blond:Ish brings her Abracadabra party to Downtown Los Angeles on September 14 for a night at California Plaza. The Bunker Hill business center is not often used by touring DJs, so this event is ideal not just for Blond:Ish megafans, but for those looking for a different kind of LA nightlife experience. Table reservations are also available for this outdoor event. Tickets at Dice.

Currently touring in support of fourth studio album, I Love You So F***ing Much, Glass Animals heads to Kia Forum on Saturday, September 14. Opening artists for the show include LA-based singer/songwriter/beatmaker Eyedress, whose latest mixtape, Vampire in Beverly Hills, dropped last spring; and indie rocker Blondshell. For larger groups looking for privacy and a good view, inquire about the City National Bank Legends Box.

Tickets to the all-ages show at Ticketmaster.

Green Day’s current tour is more than just a jaunt to showcase their latest album, Saviors. It’s also a 30th anniversary celebration for their breakthrough album, Dookie, and a 20th anniversary party for the 2004 blockbuster, American Idiot. The band will play both albums in their entirety, in addition to new tunes. Joining Green Day at SoFi Stadium on Saturday, September 14 are The Smashing Pumpkins, Rancid and LA's own The Linda Lindas. Tickets are still available for this monumental concert, including Smashing Pumpkins VIP packages, which grants entry to a pre-show acoustic performance.

Corrido singer El As de la Sierra headlines The Paramount’s Mexican Independence Day party on Saturday, September 14 in what will be a truly eclectic night. Discos del Alma presents the show, which is rounded out by La Cosecha Internacional, Sonido Algo Leve, Sonido Malandro and Que Madre. Luis Anahuac Sandez of Tijuana No! is set to host the event. Tickets at Dice.

Sunday Sessions returns for one more free summer bash at Gloria Molina Grand Park. Salon Recordings label head and Dublab DJ Damar Davis curated the lineup for this month’s event, where he will play alongside London-based Chloëdees, Brooklyn’s Donis and locals Sevyn and Joaqu.n. Be ready to dance to an eclectic mix of sounds all afternoon at this FREE all-ages, outdoor event.

P!NK brings her critically acclaimed, commercial smash hit Summer Carnival to Dodger Stadium on Sunday, September 15! Enjoy the GRAMMY Award winning singer’s best loved singles, new cuts and cover tunes in the stadium extravaganza. Joining her for the ride are Sheryl Crow, Irish rock band The Script and DJ KidCutUp. Tickets to the all-ages show are on sale at Ticketmaster, with VIP Packages available.

Get your dose of ‘90s nostalgia on Sunday, September 15, when Bush brings their Greatest Hits tour to The Greek Theatre. They’ll be joined by fellow hitmakers of the era, Jerry Cantrell (of Alice in Chains) and Candlebox. Opening the show is Bones UK, the GRAMMY-nominated British rock duo with a throwback alternative rock vibe whose latest album, Soft, goes live just two days before this show.

When Ben Folds plays The Wiltern on Sunday, September 15, you might get your request played. That is, if Folds finds it in the mess of paper airplanes on stage. For this tour, fans receive the paper, where they’ll write their request. They’ll fold the paper into an airplane and launch it when instructed to do so. The Wiltern show also offers two different VIP experiences, one with a photo op and one with access to soundcheck. Singer and actor Lindsey Kraft opens the show. Tickets at Ticketmaster.

Formed by teenagers from Chula Vista, The Zeros became part of Southern California’s initial, late 1970s wave of punk rock. When the band played LA for the first time, it was alongside local trailblazers The Weirdos. On Sunday, September 15, The Zeros ’77, featuring original members Robert Lopez (who also performs as El Vez) and Hector Penalosa, will play Highland Park’s Lodge Room with Roman’s Weirdos, helmed by founding member of The Weirdos, Cliff Roman. Bounce House opens the show.