Nov 20 – Nov 26 • Essential Weekly Concert Guide • L.A. Edition

Des Delgadillo

Maximo Park at Teragram Ballroom | Nov. 20
Fans of garage-bred rock that’s noisy but melodic are in luck when this Newcastle quintet touch down for two blistering dates in L.A. This U.K. outfit has a catalogue stocked with anthems ready to get fans belting and dancing along. Join the party when they hit Teragram Ballroom on Nov. 20, and make sure to arrive early to catch Gothic Tropic kicking off the party.

Stereophonics at Mayan Theatre | Nov. 20
This South Wales  outfit that broke out of the alternative scene in the late 90s features award-winning craftsmanship thanks to lead vocalist and songwriter Kelly Jones, who imbues every song with the perfect amount of poignant lyricism that sneaks its way into listeners’ collective subconscious. Their latest album, 2017’s “Scream Above the Sound,” dropped just in time to commemorate the 20th anniversary of their landmark “Word Gets Around” album. Come celebrate with old favorites and newer numbers from the Wales rockers when they visit the mayan Theatre.

LCD Soundsystem at Hollywood Palladium | Nov. 20 + 21
It took them a while after gloriously reuniting, but LCD Soundsystem are back with a new album that picks up where its predecessor left off. It would be easy to say the group have found their rhythm, but it increasingly feels like they are the rhythm, setting the tempo with the raucous “American Dream.” They’ll keep running through their five-night residency at the Hollywood Palladium, definitely the best venue for the band’s grooves to take over.

Rich Chigga at Fonda Theatre | Nov. 20 + 21
The Indonesian artist went from novelty to the real thing practically over night thanks to a sharp charisma and a delivery that’s bassy to the core. Once a budding comedian, Chigga finds himself headlining his own North American jaunt, and the flows have only gotten sharper and more refined. Rich Chigga plays the Fonda with special guests Duckwrth and Don Krez.

Belanova at The Wiltern | Nov. 21
This Mexican pop act became a sensation in their native Mexico, first with their standout single, “Tus Ojos” and then in even grander fashion with “Por Ti,” a cut which spent 29 weeks atop MTV Mexico’s Top 20 chart. That single broke records everywhere it went, even where Spanish isn’t the main language. Their melodies live on even today, and they’ll definitely be coming to life when Belanova come to the Wiltern on Nov. 21 with special guests Moenia.

Brad Paisley at Saban Theatre | Nov. 21
The country superstar visits Beverly Hills’ saban Theatre for a rare stripped down performance. Paisley goes acoustic and takes a deep dive into some of his latest and greatest as part of a special night benefiting the Tom Sherak MS Hope Foundation. Watch a country celebrity with the benefit of intimacy, all while donating to a worthy cause. It’s a hot ticket, so grab them while they last.

Julia Jacklin at The Echo | Nov. 21
One taste of Jacklin’s delicately blended dreamy textures and highly personal alt-country and you’ll be hooked for life. The Australian singer-songwriter was raised in Wales and nearly went into social work. Thankfully, she was exposed to artists like Avril Lavigne during her teen years and everything changed. Support Jacklin when she brings her fresh sounds to The Echo with opener Faye Webster.

Lostboycrow at Troubadour | Nov. 21
Smoothly soulful in every expertly crafted measure, Lostboycrow fashions deeply moving fusions of electronic music, pop and r&b. The result is something equal parts danceable and hard-hitting, complete with a glossy finish. Lostboycrow stops off at The Troubadour with Prelow as part of the “Spin the Globe” tour.

Mogwai at Belasco Theatre | Nov. 21
The self-described cosmic post-rock band from Glasgow saw an integral part of its history depart in the form of guitarist John Cumming at the end of 2015. Their first project without him, 2017’s “Every Country Sun,” takes their recent electronic direction and melds it with the guitar-driven fervor of their 90s sound, making for something evolved and yet nostalgic. They’ll be making some serious noise when they stop off at The Belasco for a set that will be nothing short of incendiary.

Our Lady Peace at El Rey Theatre | Nov. 21
The Canadian rock staple has turned out several platinum efforts and has spent a bulk of its existence in the upper reaches of the Canadian charts, all while evolving their sound above and beyond what radio calls for. Now the talented rockers’ latest jaunt brings them to L.A. to celebrate the 20th anniversary of their album “Clumsy.” Enjoy as they launch into some of their finest from that landmark album when they storm El Rey with openers SMSHING HRTS.

Dirty Heads at The Wiltern | Nov. 22
Following in Sublime’s footsteps, The Dirty Heads combine elements of reggae and hip-hop to make something impossible to ignore. Their sample-filled beats are enough to get anyone nodding and singing along, whether it’s their breakout “Lay Me Down” or their latest, “Vacation.” Join the party when The Dirty Heads bring their big hits to The Wiltern.

Gwar at Fonda Theatre | Nov. 22
One of music’s more artistically indulgent acts, Gwar’s visuals often eclipse the music itself. An intricate backstory that claims the band members are interplanetary warriors who were trapped in Arctic ice for a time might seem out of place with any other band, but not so with Gwar. Their live shows are a sight to behold, one that still stirs up an awful lot of controversy for the now veteran rockers. Why not sample that controversy and catch Gwar at the Fonda with Ghoul, He Is Legend and U.S. Bastards.

Snow Tha Product at El Rey Theatre | Nov. 22
What’s more impressive than Claudia Feliciano’s hard-nosed rhymes and fiery hooks? How about her ability to lay them down in English and Spanish? If Snow Tha Product has been flying under your radar so far, it’s time to change that. In fact, she might just be the radar herself. Whether you’re thirsty for the braggadocio that hip-hop offers, or if you’re after the sweet melodies of established top 40 hitmakers, Snow has something for you. Catch her at the El Rey Theatre. Arrive early to catch openers Castro Escobar and AJ Hernz.

Torii Wolf at Resident | Nov. 22
From the melancholic productions to her haunting vocals, Torii Wolf has the potential to send chills down listeners’ spines from the very first note. Her debut album, the DJ Premier-produced “Flow Riiot,” provides a perfect balance of those lilting vocals and iconic beats. Catch Wolf when she plays the Resident in L.a., and get ready to add another artist to your constant rotation.

X at The Novo | Nov. 22
After you’ve checked out their exhibit at the Grammy Museum to your heart’s content, speed on over to The Novo on Nov. 22 and catch the legendary punk band as they celebrate four decades of music that’s fast, brash and uncompromising. X inspired a litany of punk rockers after them, but nothing’s more fun than throwing back to the real thing.

Animals as Leaders at The Wiltern | Nov. 24
Led by Tosin Abasi, who has been described as a guitar virtuoso regardless of how many strings are winding their way around his instrument, Animals as Leaders evolved from a project virtually all Abasi to a wholly collaborative effort. 2016’s “The Madness of Many” packs all the frenzy and flourish you’ll ever need, but couple that with masterful precision from the bass and guitar side of things, and you have the total package. Attendees are in for a treat when Animals as Leaders bring their funky, rocking sound to the Wiltern along with Periphery and Astronoid.

Jerry Lee Lewis at The Theatre at Ace Hotel | Nov. 24
An undisputed great and a rock n roll pioneer, Jerry Lee Lewis is relentless in his work ethic, still taking to the road and touring today. His rip-roaring piano and pension for showmanship took him to the zenith of musical notoriety, with several Grammys, a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and countless other distinctions. Now the legend has a date scheduled at the Theatre at Ace Hotel, and any music fan worth their salt needs to catch an architect of music as it stands today.

Jesse Rutherford and Friends at The Echo | Nov. 24
The Neighbourhood’s Jesse Rutherford is debuting his solo project at The Echo. A satisfying mix of atmospheric indie and electronic soundscapes, The Neighbourhood are behind some resoundingly catchy music and Rutherford has just released his solo project “&.” So kick your holiday weekend into gear as Jesse Rutherford holds things down with some special guests.

Ozuna at The Forum | Nov. 24
This reggaeton sensation from Puerto Rico pens some of the most upbeat bits of Latin fire you’ll hear on the radio, and those larger-than-life anthems are coming to The Forum for one special date. Groove to Ozuna’s phenomenal ear-worms and get lost in his clean but party-ready lyrics when he hits Inglewood.

Princess Nokia at El Rey Theatre | Nov. 24
New Yorker Destiny Frasqueri pushes rhymes that are surprisingly tight considering how funny they are. She manages to pack punchline after punchline while weaving tight, autobiographical verses that speak to her niche audience, which primarily consists of middle class listeners as evidenced by her name, which comes from the mobile phone brand used by many low-income customers. Princess Nokia hits the El Rey, so don’t you dare miss her or Suzi Analogue.

Sam Feldt at Belasco Theatre | Nov. 24
This Dutch DJ and producer has a knack for snagging some of the best undiscovered talent in order to feature them on his songs. His deep house beats are especially easy to groove to, turning any space in which his shows take place into the liveliest of clubs. He’ll be making a L.A. stop when he brings his irresistible grooves to The Belasco.

Snails w/ Eptic at Hollywood Palladium | Nov. 24
This Montreal-based producing monolith concentrates his sound into a tight, dirty package, with hard-hitting baselines resonating throughout every dance floor lucky enough to hear his tracks. His trap-influenced productions never fail to take a party from average to downright stellar, and that’s just what he’ll do at the Hollywood Palladium along with Eptic and Boogie T. It’s the best way to work off the pounds from Thursday’s Thanksgiving meal, so shed the pounds and cut a rug at the same time.

RL Grime at Shrine Auditorium | Nov. 24 + 25
Producer Henry Steinway effortlessly merges multiple genres to create seriously danceable works of art. His music most often features elements found in hip-hop, drum’n’bass and electro, and he has collaborated with EDM heavyweights like Skrillex, proving he’s here to stay. Get your Grime on when he stops by the Shrine Auditorium on Nov. 24 with special guests Graves and Kittens in tow.

Guns N’ Roses at Staples Center | Nov. 24 + 25 + 29
L.A. rock fans have three huge chances to catch one of the genre’s most intense and revered acts when Guns N’ Roses hit the Staples Center. The band whose debut, “Appetite for Destruction,” absolutely demolished U.S. charts injected a steady stream of attitude into the genre when they burst onto the scene in the late 1980s, and they continue to set a benchmark for what live performances should entail, constantly forging new connections across the world with some of the most devoted fans around. Now it’s time to make your own connection and catch one of three anticipated performances.

EDX at Fonda Theatre | Nov. 25
Swiss DJ superstar Maurizio Colella has been lighting up dance floors the world over with his fiery beats and rousing anthems for two decades, and now the house music juggernaut’s looking to celebrate. Vibe with the Swiss superstar when he brings his iconic sounds to The Fonda for a night of gargantuan grooves. Make sure to check out Viceroy opening up the bill, too.

Fortunate Youth at The Novo | Nov. 25
Products of the Rude Boy Roots collective, Fortunate Youth are a collection of reggae veterans with a talent for belting out some of the most intoxicating reggae and dub jams of the decade. Slow down after the holiday and take in the sweetly mellow vibes of Fortunate Youth when they head to the Novo for a Saturday show sure to please. Check out the Long Beach Dub Allstars and Arise Roots, who’ll be opening up the festivities.

H.E.R. at El Rey Theatre | Nov. 25
Presented anonymously, H.E.R. quickly wooed music fans with a debut EP wrought with post-breakup fodder that’s both confident and downcast. Another EP quickly followed, before both were combined for a debut album. Now these sweet and heartbroken tunes take the El Rey by storm when H.E.R. lays it down.

Justin Jay at Teragram Ballroom | Nov. 25
The multi-talented producer has touched on everything from EDM to psychedelic rock. He’s even done an album that by all logic shouldn’t have made sense, working with ukulele, trumpets and saxophones all while throwing an EDM-esque urge to dance. He’ll have samples of everything when he storms the Teragram Ballroom. You might not know what to expect at this show, and that’s just the way Justin Jay likes it.

Reik at Dolby Theatre | Nov. 25
“Des/Amor” marked Reik’s first studio recording in five years, and boy have their stylings been missed. The Latin trio’s unconditionally warm pop has been well-received for over a decade, netting the group a litany of latin Grammys and even more nominations. They make a rare U.S. stop in L.A. when they bring their fiery sound to the Dolby Theatre, so make sure to catch them while you can.

Silversun Pickups at The Theatre at Ace Hotel | Nov. 25
A band forever interlinked with the indie explosion of the early 2000s, Silversun Pickups are that band you’ll always hear on the radio. Fresh off supporting Third Eye Blind on their 20th anniversary tour, the group’s ready to tackle headlining duties once again. Whether you’re after nostalgia or some of the quartet’s more recent cuts, a live show is just what you need to kick your Saturday into gear. Proceeds go to support Puerto Rico relief efforts.

Too Short at Globe Theatre | Nov. 25
Make way for old school hip-hop royalty. Although Too Short made a name for himself as far back as the 1980s, he’s far from just another old school player trying to make it in 2017. Too Short has managed to keep his image as relevant as ever, continuing to keep fans hyped with huge hits like “Blow the Whistle” and so many others. There’s no shortage of grooves to be had when Too Short hits The Globe for the show of shows.