The five best Los Angeles concerts for the week of March 9, 2020

Trying to find something exciting to do in Los Angeles? There’s nothing beating a good live concert to end your day. These are the best five concerts taking place in Los Angeles from Monday, March 9 through Sunday, March 15. Tickets for these shows are on sale to the general public right now.

Friday, March 13

Annie Taylor @ The Echo

Swiss rockers Annie Taylor hit up The Echo to promote their forthcoming studio album Sweet Mortality. Last month, the group released the album’s first single “A Thousand Times.” The album is slated to be released on May 8 via Taxi Gauche.

Lords Of Acid, Aesthetic Perfection @ The Echoplex

Lords of Acid kick off their North American tour in support of Pretty In Kink inside The Echoplex. This tour marks the first time Lords of Acid and Praga Khan have toured together in two decades. Also performing that night are Aesthetic Perfection, who are promoting their latest studio album Into the Black.

Pussy Riot @ 1720

Pussy Riot’s North American tour arrives at 1720, and tickets for this gig are running low. The group will be supporting their latest single “Hangerz,” which includes Vic Mensa and Junglepussy. $1 from each ticket sold will go towards a local Planned Parenthood affiliate. The group have been working on the music video for their forthcoming single “Rage,” which was unfortunately raided by the Russian police.

Saturday, March 14

Third Eye Blind, Saves The Day @ The Wiltern

Third Eye Blind will head to The Wiltern in support of their new album Screamer. Released in October on the band’s own Mega Collider Records, the 12-track album peaked at number four on the Independent Albums chart. Joining the band are New Jersey rockers Saves The Day, who are plugging their latest studio album 9.

Sunday, March 15

The Acacia Strain, Rotting Out @ 1720

Metalcore group The Acacia Strain bring their headlining tour to 1720 for a night of intense pit action. The band are supporting their new studio album It Comes in Waves and new EP titled D. Joining them as suppot are Rotting Out, Xibalba, Chamber, and Fuming Mouth.

The five best Los Angeles concerts for the week of February 24, 2020

Have some free time in Los Angeles this week? If you’re a music lover, a concert is a fantastic way to spend the evening. These are the five best concerts taking place in Los Angeles from February 24 through March 1. Tickets for these shows are on sale to the general public right now.

Wednesday, February 26

Yultron @ 1720

Yultron will celebrate the release of their Neon Hippie with a free performance inside 1720. RSVP here in order to attend. The Los Angeles producer has collaborated with acts such as Sleeping With Sirens vocalist Kellin Quinn, Of Mice and Men, and YG. Neon Hippie will be released on DeadBeats.

Thursday, February 27

Ezra Furman, Kelley Stoltz @ The Teragram Ballroom

Ezra Furman heads to Teragram Ballroom to plug their latest studio album Twelve Nudes. Aside from the 11-track release, the singer worked on the soundtrack for the popular Netflix series Sex Education. Indie rock artist Kelley Stoltz, who’s promoting their latest album My Regime, and comedian Jeff Garlin will open.

Friday, February 28

Vader, Abysmal Dawn @ 1720

Polish death metal group Vader will unveil their new album Solitude in Madness on May 1, and they’re heading to 1720 to preview some material from the album. Last month, they released the new song “Shock and Awe.” Joining them as support are Abysmal Dawn, Hideous Divinity, Vitriol, and Deformity.

Saturday, February 29

Autograf @ The Roxy

Electronic music act Autograf have earned millions of Spotify plays for tracks such as “Move All Night” and “Test The Waters.” This year, they’re unveiling their debut album The Ace Of You, and they’ve been getting folks talking with their new single “Easy (feat. Papa Ya).” For their set, KOLE and Phe will take the stage as guest vocalists.

Hex Cougar, Knock2 @ The Moroccan Lounge

Los Angeles producer Hex Cougar supports their debut EP Under the Light of a Dying Moon with a special headlining show inside The Moroccan Lounge. Over the years, the artist has been earning official remixes for acts such as Alison Wonderland and RL Grime. Knock2 and Lemay will join as support.

The five best Los Angeles concerts for the week of February 17, 2020

In the mood for a concert after a busy day at the office? Fortunately, Los Angeles is packed with exciting concerts at every turn. We picked five great concerts worth checking out from February 17 to February 23. Tickets for these events are on sale to the general public right now.

Thursday, February 20

Curl Up & Die, Pressure Cracks @ 1720

Las Vegas metalcore band Curl Up & Die kick off a string of West Coast tour dates inside 1720. The band, who reunited last year, have been working on the follow up to their 2005 sophomore studio album The One Above All, The End Of All That Is. This summer, they'll have a hometown performance at Psycho Las Vegas. Pressure Cracks, Seizures, and Beniot will open.

Friday, February 21

No Age, Würm @ The Smell

Los Angeles noise rock duo No Age will celebrate the birthday of guitarist Randy Randall with a special show inside The Smell. The band's previous release was 2018's Snares Like a Haircut. Joining them as support are Würm and Milo Gonzalez, who released their debut album Like a Book last year.

Shunkan, Kevin Nichols @ The Hi Hat

Los Angeles indie rock artist Shunkan will headline The Hi Hat in support of their new studio album Cumberland Falls. The 12-track release was produced by Josiah Mazzaschi, who worked with acts such as The Jesus and Mary Chain and Built to Spill. Kevin Nichols, Punk Crush, and Thrill Touch will also perform.

Mutual Benefit, Sonoda @ Bootleg Theater

Mutual Benefit and Sonoda's California tour will make its way to Bootleg Theater for a night of sensational indie rock. Mutual Benefit will be plugging their 2018 studio album Thunder Follows The Light, which features special guests Felix Walworth (Told Slant), Gabriel Birnbaum (Wilder Maker), and Johanne Swanson (Yohuna). Sonoda will be unveiling some more new music in the future. Back in September, they released "Half​-​Life / The Mark.”

Sunday, February 23

Luna Luna, Archer Oh @ The Roxy Theatre

Texas indie rockers Luna Luna make their way to The Roxy Theatre in the midst of their West Coast trek. The group will be promoting their new Carousel EP, which includes collaborations with Pretty Boy Aaron, Tony Tone, and Victor Internet. Joining them as support as Archer Oh and Junior Mesa.