June 26 – July 2 • Essential Weekly Concert Guide • L.A. Edition

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Goody Grace at The Roxy Theatre | June 26
Young PBR&B artist Goody Grace may be somewhat of an unknown now, but he will be making his first major splash at the Roxy Theater on June 26. With lyrics that are naively enjoyable, and a smooth sound that draws you in, Goody Grace is looking like a musical heartthrob to be, and this performance might be the start of something big.

Jessie Reyez at Masonic Temple at Hollywood Forever Cemetery | June 26
This up and comer might just become the latest Toronto native to make their mark on contemporary music. With a sultry and smooth R&B voice, you might think that Reyez’s first album “Kiddo” would be full of ballads of seduction, but it’s so much more. “Kiddo” pushes the envelope with relatable lyrics and powerful rawness, and Reyez will be performing much of it on June 26.

Queen + Adam Lambert at Hollywood Bowl | June 26 + 27
Legendary rock band Queen (fronted by former American Idol runner-up Adam Lambert) will be performing at the Hollywood Bowl as part of their first U.S. tour since 2014. Made up of active members Brain May and Roger Taylor, Queen + Adam Lambert will be performing some of their classic songs, as well as their new original song “TwoFux”, which captures the opera-inspired rock that Queen has always been known for.

Climate Day LA feat. Moby, Neon Indian, and Weyes Blood at The Theatre at the Ace Hotel | June 27
The second annual Climate Day LA is an all-day event featuring performances by Moby, Eric Wareheim, Neon Indian, and Weyes Blood, speeches by LA mayor Eric Garcetti and other local leaders, a VR exhibit, and more experiences designed to raise awareness and help inspire local solutions to combat climate change.

Roger Waters at Staples Center | June 27
Roger Waters returns to America with his groundbreaking “Us + Them” Tour. Including songs from his career as a founding member of Pink Floyd to new and classic solo work, and Waters’ unique and creative take on the concert experience means this performance will be unlike almost anything you’ve seen or heard.

Ron Gallo at Troubadour | June 27
Ron Gallo brings his unique brand of rock to the Troubadour on June 27. Characterized as “beyond characterization”, Gallo’s eclectic rock sound utilizes funk, lo-fi, and hard rock elements, but it is his powerful lyrics and energy that really set him apart from the rest of the rock landscape.

The Revivalists at The Grammy Museum | June 27
Seven-piece New Orleans band The Revivalists will be making their Grammy Museum debut on June 27. This jazzy southern soul band has leveraged their unique sound to the top of the Alternative Songs chart with “Wish I Knew You”, and are already considered one of the best live bands around.

Bea Miller at Troubadour | June 28
The former “X-Factor (U.S.)” contestant has made a real name for herself since her reality show appearance in 2012. After finishing ninth, Miller recently issued a debut EP of dance pop songs that reached 64 on the Billboard 200, and then followed it up a year later with her debut album “Not an Apology” which reached as high as seventh on the Billboard 200. This up and comer is sure to chart even higher with her next release, and could soon be the next big thing in pop music.

Day Wave at El Rey Theatre | June 28
A solo project from musical Renaissance man Jackson Phillips, Day Wave is an experiment in electronic-influenced dream pop that is reminiscent of The Postal Service, Blonde Redhead, and other indie rock bands, but this musical direction of Day Wave is just the beginning. Phillips has ambitions to go beyond this current genre, and turn into an ever-changing musical force. Who knows, this might be your last chance to see Day Wave as we know it.

Everclear at The Belasco Theater | June 28
Three-time certified platinum-selling band and 90s rock legends Everclear will be back in Los Angeles performing at The Belasco Theater on June 28. With countless alternative hits and a reputation as one of the most beloved and best remembered LA bands of all time, Everclear is a must see for any local.

Lola Marsh at Bootleg Theater | June 28
Israeli indie pop band Lola Marsh first came together at a birthday party in Tel Aviv in 2011 and has since grown to an internationally recognized band with a beautiful sensibility about their music that brings the listener to a place of warmth, love and joy with their heartfelt lyrics, healing guitar and electronic notes.

Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds at The Ace Hotel | June 28 + Greek Theatre | June 29
One of the greatest performers in rock music, Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds have added a second show in Los Angeles due to the overwhelming critical and commercial demand. Fresh off the release of one of the best reviewed albums of the year, the 2016 “Skeleton Tree”, Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds are set to blow your minds again in concert, and now with this added date, you can have your minds blown by the classic band twice in one week!

LeMaitre and Coast Modern at Santa Monica Pier | June 29
As part of the famous Twilight Concert Series, KCRW presents LeMaitre and Coast Modern at the Santa Monica Pier. These two electro pop bands may come from two different sides of the world, but their eclectic and diversely inspired electronic music is sure to blend together well and create a wholly satisfying night at the beach.

MNDSGN at Alex Theater | June 29
On June 29, enjoy a night of art of all kinds at Alex Theater in Glendale as 80s R&B influenced producer MNDSGN will serenade you with some sultry beats as you take in unique visual artwork projected throughout the venue.

MOCA Music Presents Surf Curse and Tacocat at Geffen Contemporary at MOCA | June 29
As part of the MOCA music series, the Geffen Contemporary at MOCA in Little Tokyo will put on a series of free, live performances all summer long, complete with food, drinks, and killer bands. This edition features the fun, surf rock band Surf Curse, and the pop punk powerhouse Tacocat.

Sir Sly at El Rey Theatre | June 29
With powerful guitar riffs and smooth lyrics and beats, Sir Sly has all the makings of a rising indie pop band. And they are proving it with their recent releases. Their 2017 single “High” has reached sixth on the U.S. Alternative chart, and their upcoming releases look to soon be joining it on the charts. This promising band could soon be all over your airwaves, and this is a chance to see them live beforehand.

The Wild Reeds at Glass House Concert Hall (Pomona) | June 29
This five-piece band is set apart by their ingenuity and lack of restraint. With three seemingly disparate lead songwriters and vocalists, The Wild Reeds takes risks that other bands simply don’t know how to do. But, due to the tremendous vocals of Kinsey Lee, Sharon Silva, and Mackenzie Howe, the Wild Reeds can create songs that span genres, but remain tangible and beautiful.

Buzzcocks at The Roxy Theatre | June 29 + 30
British punk band Buzzcocks first burst onto the scene with their 1977 EP “Spiral Scratch”, and have been making the establishment quiver ever since. Despite coming up on their fortieth birthday, Buzzcocks are still one of the most prominent and influential British bands of all time, and play with all the same fervor that they had when they were first playing the underground punk scene in Bolton.

DJ Nights Curated by Peanut Butter Wolf at Grand Park | June 30
This long-running series allows for a wonderful twilight picnic at the park and an energetic DJ set when the sun goes down. This installment, featuring Peanut Butter Wolf, is sure to be one of the most enthusiastic of the summer, and will surely have you feeling it in the morning after you danced all night long.

Junior Boys at Globe Theater | June 30
Made up of Canadians Jeremy Greenspan and Matt Didemus, Junior Boys are an electropop group that truly embraces the limitless potential of electronic music. After a five year hiatus, their latest album “Big Black Coat” was met with universal praise and critical acclaim.

Nikki Costa at Teregram Ballroom | June 30
After starting out as a child star in Europe, Costa has since made the transition from a precocious and surprising kid to an accomplished and well regarded adult musician. By combining some of the funk, pop, and blues elements of her youth and her time abroad, Costa cultivates a singer-songwriter sound that is something that only years of music experience can bring.

Rich The Kid and Famous Dex at The Novo | June 30
Coming from the hip-hop hotbed of Atlanta, Rich The Kid has hooked up with and been featured alongside some of rap’s hottest performers, including Kodak Black, Migos, Ty Dolla sign, and more. Along with Famous Dex, Rich The Kid is holding down the Atlanta rap sound and is proving to be worthy of holding the mantle.

Russ at Shrine Expo Hall | June 30
Another Atlanta rapper, Russ has been writing lyrics since he was a kid, and has now been turning some of the works into hit songs, including “What They Want” and “Losin Control” which both charted on the Billboard Hot 100. His first studio album was released on May 5, and reached seventh on the Billboard 200 chart, and fourth on the US Rap chart.

The Districts at Troubadour | July 1
Rock band The Districts seem to defy generalization as their music defies genres and has such eclectic influences. But it all seems to come together for this four-piece band from Pennsylvania. Their most recent album “A Flourish and a Spoil” features this intriguing look at American music and peaked at seventh on the Heatseekers chart in 2015.

Tycho w/ Todd Terje & The Olsons at Greek Theatre | July 1
The ambient music project from Scott Hansen has received rave reviews for his experimental and retro take on electronic music. With the use of human elements and vintage instruments, Tycho has created soundscapes that are all his own, and he has recently been recognized with a 2017 Grammy Award nomination for Best Dance/Electronic Album.

Yung Pinch at The Roxy Theatre | July 1
Huntington Beach doesn’t seem like the place that breeds hardcore rappers, but Yung Pinch calls the 714 his home. His upbringing in “Bluntington Beach,” as he calls it, gave him plenty of material to tell the world his unique story. With hard-hitting lyrics and sense of rage deep down, Yung Pinch provides a certain dichotomy that is hard to find in the world of rap.

Dirty Penni Fest 2 at The Echo | July 2
The second annual Dirty Penni Fest at The Echo is a celebration of local underground punk and garage rock bands that shows just how exciting the music scene in Los Angeles is. Featuring Deep Vally, The Shrine, Mike Watt, Starcrawler, Enjoy, and Zig Zags, this night is sure to be something special.

Land of Talk at Masonic Lodge at Hollywood Forever Cemetery | July 2
The Canadian indie rock band Land of Talk has been called a “slow burner” by frontwoman Elizabeth Powell, but they might be catching fire now after their most recent release “Life After Youth”. While they’ve had their ups and downs (even taking a hiatus after their third album), Land of Talk is back with more of their powerful lyrics and fun rhythms.

Pentatonix at Hollywood Bowl | July 2
Pentatonix has had a meteoric rise to superstardom over the past few years after becoming a viral sensation with their viral music videos. The a cappella group from Texas has ridden this wave to 2 billion YouTube views, a number one and gold-certified debut album, a feature film appearance, three Grammy wins, and three consecutive nights at the Hollywood Bowl beginning with this performance on July 2.