Enthrallingly intense and idiosyncratic, the Flesh Eaters’ punk poetry sounded as vital as ever in a hometown show in support of their new album, “I Used to Be Pretty,” the first release since 2001 from a band that has its roots in the first wave.
Post-arena tour, Beck returned to the guitar shop across town that first sparked his teenage imagination in music. He was the latest marquee name to play in benefit of the venerable McCabe’s Guitar Shop in Santa Monica.
Post-arena tour, Beck returned to the guitar shop across town that first sparked his teenage imagination in music. He was the latest marquee name to play in benefit of the venerable McCabe’s Guitar Shop in Santa Monica.
Songs, sing-alongs and a cake for the guest of honor — an all-star cast celebrated Joni Mitchell’s 75th birthday Wednesday at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion.
Luminaries such as Patti Smith, Talib Kweli, Lucinda Williams, Karen O, Eric Burdon, Jim James, Dhani Harrison, Flea and Tenzin Choegyal came together with a purpose at the Pathway to Paris concert Sunday night at the Theatre at Ace Hotel.
On a special night worthy of an influential album, Byrds co-founders Roger McGuinn and Chris Hillman — abetted by Marty Stuart and his band — celebrated the gold anniversary of “Sweetheart of the Rodeo.” They reprise the show tonight.
On a special night worthy of an influential album, Byrds co-founders Roger McGuinn and Chris Hillman — abetted by Marty Stuart and his band — celebrated the gold anniversary of “Sweetheart of the Rodeo.” They reprise the show tonight.
From Tower of Power to 80-year-old Charles Lloyd to youthful acts such as Kneebody, the Playboy Jazz Festival showed the strength of staying power.
Sometimes we need reminders of the joy and beauty in life, singer-songwriter Eleni Mandell says. Maybe now more than ever, we might add. And with that, the video for her new single “Don’t Forget How Good It Is.”
L.A. punk-rock luminaries are the subjects of a worthy museum X-hibition, running through March. What are the facts behind the artifacts?
L.A. punk-rock luminaries are the subjects of a worthy museum X-hibition, running through March. What are the facts behind the artifacts?
“How Did I Find Myself Here?” is the first album in 29 years by influential band The Dream Syndicate. Which gave main man Steve Wynn cause to wonder: “Has there ever been a band that reunited and made a record you like?” On that and other issues …
With every stylistic shift, the jazz bill of Herbie Hancock and Kamasi Washington at the Hollywood Bowl on Wednesday night was a celebration of community.
