If you don't have tickets to the sold-out Billie Eilish, Metallica and Ramones X shows, not to worry - there's still plenty of nightlife to check out in LA the week of December 9, from the legendary Stevie Wonder to A Club Called Rhonda, the Techno Takeover, Night Bass, Brainstory and the Depeche Mode Convention.
LEYA - Zebulon (Dec. 9)
Harp and violin duo LEYA have generated buzz in recent years for cross-genre music collaborations, as well as work for fashion brands like Acne Studio and Louis Vuitton. The New York-based duo dropped their new album, I Forget Everything, in late November and are bringing their West Coast record release party to Zebulon on Monday, December 9. Catch them live with support from Fashion Club and DJ Enhancement. Tickets at Dice.
J Spaceman & John Coxon from Spiritualized - Barnsdall Gallery Theatre (Dec. 10)
Back in October, J Spaceman and John Coxon of Spiritualized released Music for William Eggleston’s Stranded in Canton, a score for the 1970s art film that they first performed in 2015. The duo will play very few shows in the U.S. to support the release, the last of which is December 10 at Barnsdall Gallery Theatre. Their show at Hollywood Forever on December 9 has already sold out, so Spiritualized fans will want to get tickets for Tuesday night ASAP. Tickets at Dice.
Donna Missal - The Masonic Lodge (Dec. 10)
Indie singer-songwriter Donna Missal earned critical acclaim for last year’s dance pop-tinged album, Revel. She’ll be going acoustic for her December tour, which hits Hollywood Forever’s Masonic Lodge on December 10. Expect a mix of fan favorites and unreleased songs when Missal plays on Tuesday night. Tickets at Ticketweb.
Tommy Cash - Catch One (Dec. 11)
Tommy Cash kicks off his U.S. tour in Los Angeles on December 11. The Estonian rapper and artist, known for collabs with the likes of Charli XCX, recently worked with producers A.G. Cook, Umru and IC3PEAK for his latest EP, High Fashion. Check out his live show at Catch One on Wednesday night. Tickets at Dice.
A Drag Queen Christmas - Dolby Theatre (Dec. 11)
Nina West hosts the Los Angeles edition of A Drag Queen Christmas, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this holiday season at the Dolby Theatre on Wednesday, December 11. The all-star event will include Drag Race contestants and winners, with meet-and-greet ticket upgrades available. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Porter & Hello Seahorse! - The Fonda (Dec. 11)
Mexican indie rock favorites Porter and Hello Seahorse! recently joined forces for the single “Cora.” The two bands will hit the road together this December for just four concerts across the U.S., the last of which will be their December 11 performance at The Fonda Theatre in Hollywood. Don’t miss out on this show! Tickets at AXS.
Night Bass: Zero - Sound (Dec. 12)
AC Slater’s Night Bass party returns to Sound on December 12 and it’s going to be one special party. Zero, the U.K.-based DJ/producer of “bangers only” like “Boozy” and the recently released “Sweet Lies,” will be making his U.S. debut for this Thursday night bash. If you love bass, don’t snooze on this. Tickets at Dice.
Yasmin Williams & Leyla McCalla - Pico Union Project (Dec. 12)
For the LA stop on her tour in support of new album, Acadia, acclaimed guitarist Yasmin Williams will play Pico Union Project, the historic, Downtown LA-adjacent temple-turned-community center and performance space, on December 12. Joining her for this show is Leyla McCalla, the singer, multi-instrumentalist and co-founder of Our Native Daughters, whose most recent album, Sun Without the Heat, was released in early 2024. Tickets at Dice.
Brainstory - El Rey Theatre (Dec. 12)
With the release of their second album, Sounds Good, earlier this year, LA-based Brainstory has been drawing new fans of their retro-meets-contemporary take on funk and soul. The group sold out the Lodge Room back in April, so you’ll want to snatch tickets ASAP for this show at the El Rey Theatre, especially since South Bay soul faves Thee Heart Tones are opening alongside Yuma Abe and Wyldeflower. Tickets at AXS.
Techno Takeover: Deck the Halls - 1720 (Dec. 12)
The popular local party Techno Takeover is back for an end-of-the-year blowout at Downtown LA’s 1720 on Thursday, December 12. Join DJ Warden and pals for a night of holiday cheer and pounding techno beats. Ugly Christmas sweaters and other holiday attire are encouraged, and if you RSVP there’s no cover before 11pm. Tickets at Etix.
Moon Boots - Sound (Dec. 13)
Moon Boots has racked up fans for the smooth fusion of house and disco in his DJ sets and on his 2023 album, Ride Away. The Brooklyn-based DJ, producer and keyboardist will be playing Coachella next year, so catch him now at Sound, where he’ll be playing alongside Strawbry on Friday, December 13. Tickets at Dice.
Chuck Ragan - Harvard & Stone (Dec. 13)
Hot Water Music’s Chuck Ragan recently released his fifth solo full-length album, Love and Lore, and will be bringing his current tour to Harvard & Stone on Friday, December 13. Las Vegas country rockers Paige and the Overtones open alongside Sam Marine of local band The Walks of Life. Tickets at Live Nation.
Stevie Wonder - Crypto.com Arena (Dec. 14)
Soul superstar Stevie Wonder brings his “Sing Your Song! As We Fix Our Nation’s Broken Heart” tour to Crypto.com Arena at L.A. LIVE on Saturday, December 14. Guests are asked to bring “an unwrapped toy or gift of joy” to the show. Tickets are going fast, so get yours at AXS as soon as possible.
A Club Called Rhonda x Direct Drive - Los Globos (Dec. 14)
A Club Called Rhonda teams up with fellow LA club crew Direct Drive for a special Saturday night at Los Globos, featuring Scottish DJ Taahliah and U.K.-based OK Williams, alongside DJ Warning, Bahar Khadem and Mapamota. The party goes until 4am. Tickets at Resident Advisor.
Cut Chemist Tunnel Vision Holiday Party - Lodge Room (Dec. 14)
The vibe will be all-vinyl, all-night when Cut Chemist’s Tunnel Vision Holiday Party goes down at Highland Park’s Lodge Room on Saturday, December 14. The turntable wizard will be joined on the decks by Edan, DJ Nu-Mark and KCRW's Jeremy Sole.
KROQ Almost Acoustic Christmas - Kia Forum (Dec. 14)
An LA holiday tradition for more than 30 years, the KROQ Almost Acoustic Christmas is back on Saturday, December 14. This year, The Smashing Pumpkins headline the radio station’s holiday bash, but the cross-generational alternative rock lineup also includes Beck, 311, Sublime, Jimmy Eat World, Awolnation, Franz Ferdinand, The Linda Lindas and BBY. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Depeche Mode Convention - Avalon Hollywood (Dec. 15)
LA’s long-running Depeche Mode Convention is back at Avalon Hollywood on Sunday, December 15. An all-ages fan gathering for Depeche Mode devotees, the event includes multiple rooms for dancing to the band’s biggest hits and deepest cuts; plus live tribute bands, karaoke, contests, giveaways and more. Radio icon Richard Blade hosts the party, which is headlined this year by Devotional: The Depeche Mode Experience and will also include the final California appearance from tribute band Blasphemous Rumors.