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The best Los Angeles events for the week of September 2 - September 8

Photo credit: The Hope Conspiracy

Los Angeles always has a plethora of events going down at every corner. Whether it’s a convention or some local stand-up comedy, there’s always something to do if you’re looking to leave the house. We look at some of the best events going down in Los Angeles this week (September 2 through September 8).

Wednesday, September 4

Thievery Corporation, Nightmares on Wax @ Greek Theatre
Doors: 5:30 p.m. (tickets)

Thievery Corporation and Nightmares on Max will join forces for a night of electronic vibes at Greek Theatre. Thievery Corporation's last studio album was 2020's Symphonik. Nightmares on Wax will celebrate the 25th anniversary of their beloved 1999 studio album Carboot Soul.

Thursday, September 5

Peelander-Z @ Alex's Bar
Doors: 8 p.m. (tickets) 21+

Japanese-American punk band Peelander-Z will head to Alex's Bar in support of their latest album P-Party! Z-Party! with support from Bonavega and The Mormons.

Keane, Everything Everything @ Greek Theatre
Doors: 6:30 p.m. (tickets)

Keane's Hopes and Fears 20th anniversary tour will make its way to Greek Theatre, and there's a handful of tickets left for this special performance. The band's 2004 debut album sold nearly six million copies worldwide thanks to hits such as "Somewhere Only We Know" and "Everybody's Changing" featured in shows such as Scrubs, The O.C., and American Idol. Everything Everything will be the opening act.

Friday, September 6

The Hope Conspiracy @ 1720
Doors: 6 p.m. (tickets)

Hardcore punk band The Hope Conspiracy will kick off their West Coast tour with a stop at 1720. The band will be promoting their new album Tools of Oppression / Rule by Deception, which is the follow-up to their 2006 record Death Knows Your Name. Dead Heat, Deadbody, Clique, and Face Facts will be the opening acts.

Sullivan King @ Shrine Expo Hall
Doors: 8 p.m. (tickets) 18+

Sullivan King will have their biggest headlining show in their hometown with Shrine of Chaos, which will also feature support from YOOKiE, Grabbitz, and RZRKT. King's last studio album was 2023's Thrones of Blood.

Sunday, September 8

Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band @ Greek Theatre
Doors: 6:30 p.m. (tickets)

Rock supergroup Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band will head to Greek Theatre performing a slew of covers. For this trek, Starr will be joined by Steve Lukather, Edgar Winter, Colin Hay, Warren Ham, Hamish Stuart, and Gregg Bissonette.