Live music in Los Angeles

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Live music in Los Angeles

Los Angeles is one of the great live music cities on the planet -- a place where you can catch a global superstar at the iconic Hollywood Bowl one night and stumble onto a buzzing local act at a Silver Lake dive bar the next. The city's venues range from intimate neighborhood clubs to massive arenas, spanning every genre imaginable.

May 14
6:30 PM
Indigo Girls
The Bellwether

Across four decades, 16 studio albums, and over 15 million records sold, Indigo Girls continue to blaze the trail for generations of Queer artists in the mainstream. The Grammy-winning duo of Emily Saliers and Amy Ray began their career in clubs and bars around their native Atlanta, GA amidst a blossoming alternative music scene before signing to Epic Records in 1988.

May 14
7:00 PM
The Belasco

Dababy performs on the Be More Grateful Tour.

May 14
7:30 PM
La Mirada Theatre For the Performing Arts

Enjoy the pageantry and grandeur of The United States Air Force Band of the Golden West, live in concert, at this free event. This special event is a concert and requires ticket reservation.

May 14
8:00 PM
DABABY
The Mayan

DABABY Takes Over The Historic Mayan Music Venue On Thursday, May 14 For The Biggest Hip Hop Concert After Party Of The Year. WASTED PRESENTS: DABABY LIVE.

May 14
8:00 PM
The Novo By Microsoft

The Prodigy, with Liam Howlett and Maxim, bring a new wave of fire along with drummer Leo Crabtree and guitarist Rob Holliday, performing their signature explosive live performances.

May 14
9:00 PM
Nancy Ajram
Dolby Theatre

Nancy Ajram is a multi-platinum Lebanese singer whose music has shaped contemporary Arabic pop for more than two decades. With 11 studio albums and numerous chart-topping singles, she is one of the best-selling female Arab artists of all time.

May 14
UB40 featuring Ali Campbell
The Pacific Amphitheatre

UB40 featuring Ali Campbell will be performing live. More information and tickets are available through the provided links.

May 14
The Forum

Lorde performs live at the Kia Forum. Enjoy an evening with the acclaimed artist.

May 14
7:00 PM
The Teragram Ballroom

Texas Is the Reason performs live. This is an all ages event.

May 14
8:00 PM
The Greek Theatre

Puscifer performs live at The Greek Theatre.

May 14
8:00 PM
The Fonda Theatre

Goldenvoice presents Sleaford Mods with DAZY. $1 from every ticket sold will help War Child to protect, educate, and stand up for the rights of children affected by war.

May 14
5:00 PM
May 14
6:00 PM
Whisky A Go-Go

Paul “HR” Hudson, best known as the front man of the iconic punk band Bad Brains, performs with Bittadreama, The Caps, and Pilgrim School. HR's music is centered on the message of maintaining a positive mental attitude (PMA).

May 14
6:00 PM
Permanent Records Roadhouse

Live music performance by brendon b and Adolescent Dreams.

May 14
6:00 PM
May 14
6:00 PM
Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden

Enjoy an evening of twilight music and cocktails on the Peacock Cafe Terrace.

May 14
6:30 PM
The Moroccan Lounge

Ike Dweck brings The “Safe With Me” Tour with zachy to The Moroccan Lounge for an all-ages show.

May 14
6:30 PM
Gaslamp Country Family
Gaslamp

Spend Thursdays with the Gaslamp Country Family, featuring DJ Coral Rodriguez, Line Dance Instructor Cindi Massengale, and live country bands. Dance lessons are at 6:30 pm and 7:15 pm, with live bands beginning at 8:30 pm.

May 14
7:00 PM
The Lounge at Spaghettini

Born in Memphis, TN, Wallace grew up as a student of Beale Street, later going on to perform with artists such as Stephanie Mills, Eric Benét, Sheila E., Eric Darius, and DW3 at Spaghettini, among many others. The Wallace Walker Collective presents a Tribute to Soul Music, featuring songs by D’Angelo, Donny Hathaway, Al Green, James Brown, Tony! Toni! Toné!, and more.

May 14
7:00 PM
Troubadour

Alan Doyle performs live at Troubadour with The East Pointers.

May 14
7:00 PM
The Roxy

Goldenvoice presents Melrose Avenue with Autumn Kings and Stray View. Doors open at 7:00 PM, show starts at 8:00 PM. All ages are welcome.

May 14
7:00 PM
The Airliner

School Night features Dante Elephante, Wilby, Charlie Havenigk, and a DJ set by Japanese Wallpaper.

May 14
7:00 PM
9:30 PM
Tone Stith
Blue Note Los Angeles

KCRW Presents Tone Stith at Blue Note Los Angeles.

May 14
7:00 PM
Catalina Jazz Club

Elliot Deutsch's Pandemonium Big Band performs, featuring Richie "La Bamba" Rosenberg.

May 14
7:30 PM
Jazz At The Earl plus JAM
The Earl

The Jeff Walton Quartet will be in residency each month, joined by a guest artist, followed by a second set that is open to musicians sitting in!

May 14
7:30 PM
Sam First

Acclaimed flutist Lori Bell joins Josh Nelson and Luca Alemanno for an intimate, spontaneous jazz collaboration emphasizing interplay and listening.

May 14
8:00 PM
Alex's Bar

Fever Dog, Cinema Stereo, and Sonic Blossoms head to Alex's Bar for a Thursday night rager!

May 14
8:00 PM
Greek Theatre

Puscifer performs live at The Greek Theatre.

May 14
8:30 PM
May 14
9:00 PM
Melody Bar and Grill

Live music is back at Melody Bar & Grill, featuring monthly local artists and musicians. Join us for an extraordinary lineup of talent, transforming our venue into a go-to hub for live music in West Los Angeles.

May 14
9:00 PM
Emi Pop
Permanent Records Roadhouse

Live music performance by Emi Pop, The Reflectors, and Jmau & the Kiss Off. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door.

May 14
9:30 PM
The Moroccan Lounge

The Moroccan Lounge presents: Ollie Joseph & Matt Corman with support from Daniel Jenkins. Doors open at 9:30 PM.

May 14
The Codega - Viper Room Series

Jimmy Gnecco celebrates 25 years of Distorted Lullabies at The Codega - Viper Room Series.

May 14
5:00 PM
Shade Hotel Manhattan Beach

Enjoy live entertainment with local talent every Thursday evening at zinc@shade lounge.

May 14
6:30 PM
Transplants Brewing Company

Portland’s Drouth formed in 2012, originally under the name Contempt before changing their moniker following the release of their 2014 EP Skinwalker. The band stirred the local scene with their potent mixture of black metal, death metal, doom, and crust.

May 14
7:00 PM
Lodge Room

The Ego Plum Laboratory performs live scores to classic Gumby episodes. Doors open at 7:00 pm, show starts at 8:00 pm.

May 14
7:00 PM
May 14
7:30 PM
The Virgil

A. Frost Presents Buzz Honey, Tess Clare, and Carlo Errin Live at The Virgil. Doors open at 7:30 PM, with a cover charge of $15 in advance or $20 on the day of the show.

May 14
7:00 PM
VHOOR
The Echo

Live music performance by VHOOR at Echoplex.

May 14
7:00 PM
The Echo

Jaguar Sun and Kurt Travis bring their Daisy Tour to The Echo.

May 14
7:30 PM
Kobe Steakhouse & Lounge

Derek Bordeaux Group is a high-energy, tightly- paced, power-filled show!

May 14
10:00 PM
May 14
Hotel Café

Will Evans will be performing live at Hotel Café in Hollywood, CA. Tickets are available for purchase.

May 14
Hotel Café

Catch Block - Musician live at Hotel Café in Hollywood, CA. This is an upcoming concert.

May 14
Hotel Café

tyler boone is set to perform live at Hotel Café in Hollywood, CA. Don't miss this musical event.

May 15
7:00 PM
The Wiltern

Good Dye Young Presents: Hayley Williams At A Bachelorette Party at The Wiltern.

May 15
7:00 PM
Santigold
The Bellwether

Santigold is a genre-defying musician, style renegade, and visionary artist across multiple platforms celebrated for her fearless ability to fuse unexpected elements into bold new work. Her fourth album Spirituals captures the feeling of surviving in the modern world while elevating yourself to new places.

May 15
8:00 PM
The Greek Theatre

Alejandro Sanz performs live at The Greek Theatre.

May 15
8:00 PM
Greek Theatre

Alejandro Sanz performs live at The Greek Theatre.

May 15
8:00 PM
Sheena Easton
La Mirada Theatre For the Performing Arts

A night with Sheena Easton belting out her hits like “Morning Train (9 to 5),” “U Got the Look,” and “Almost Over You.” Her career has spanned four decades, with Gold and Platinum albums in the United States, Europe and Asia.

May 15
8:00 PM
The Novo By Microsoft

BPC Presents the Say Yes Tour featuring Floetry with Raheem DeVaughn & Teedra Moses. Floetry, the English Neo Soul duo, will perform their renowned live show.

May 15
The Forum

Lorde performs live at the Kia Forum for a second night. Don't miss this opportunity.

May 15
6:00 PM
Broad Contemporary Art Museum

Join us for evenings of live music, picnicking, and community on the LACMA grounds. The free concerts are presented Friday evenings from May to November.

May 15
7:00 PM
The Lounge at Spaghettini

Los Angeles based “Pretzel Logic - A Steely Dan Revue” has been playing in Southern California for many years. Covering legendary hits like ‘Reelin’ in the Years’, ‘Josie’, and ‘Peg’, each member of Pretzel Logic plays the music of Steely Dan with incredible passion.

May 15
7:00 PM
Catalina Jazz Club

Acclaimed Musician Tito Puente Jr. returns to the Catalina Jazz Club stage.

May 15
8:00 PM
The Novo By Microsoft

Floetry, the English Neo Soul duo comprising of Natalie Stewart (“the Floacist”) and Marsha Ambrosius (“the Songstress”), will perform with Raheem DeVaughn & Teedra Moses.

May 15
8:00 PM
Peacock Theater

October London, Eric Benét, and Leela James will be performing at Peacock Theater on May 15, 2026, with the event starting at 8:00 PM.

May 15
8:00 PM
The Fonda Theatre

Goldenvoice presents St. Lucia. Doors open at 8:00 PM, show starts at 9:30 PM. All ages are welcome.

May 15
5:00 PM
The Teragram Ballroom

Teragram Ballroom + Forever In Our Hearts presents: Katywentmissing, Poolside at the Flamingo, Scythe of Grim, Kip Dynamite, Jimmy H Doolittle, & Killspree. Doors at 5pm.

May 15
6:00 PM
Bleachers Listening Party
Nivessa Vinyl Records The Music Experience Hollywood

Come join us for the Bleachers Listening Party.

May 15
6:00 PM
Gaslamp

Fridays at Gaslamp Long Beach with Knyght Ryder are a Southern California Institution. Book your table or VIP couch area for dining, snacks, and bottle service.

May 15
6:00 PM
Whisky A Go-Go

Gene Loves Jezebel, Vanta After Dark, Dark Horse Rising, The Intemperate Sons, Black Season Witch, Erin Gavin, and Gonk King perform live. Doors open at 6:00 pm.

May 15
6:00 PM
Permanent Records Roadhouse

Live music performance by Finkel and LATASHA, and Polartropica. Tickets are $15.

May 15
6:30 PM
The Moroccan Lounge

Derby performs live at The Moroccan Lounge. This is an all-ages event.

May 15
6:30 PM
Cicada

Doors open at 6:30 PM, showtime at 8:00 PM. Enjoy a live performance by CHLOE PERRIER with a $25 cover charge.

May 15
7:00 PM
Clark
The Echo

Live music performance by Clark at Echoplex.

May 15
7:00 PM
El Rey Theatre

Goldenvoice presents Obskuros with Vilevo, Lover’s Guilt, Secret Attraction and Klub Nocturno. Doors open at 7:00 PM, show starts at 8:00 PM.

May 15
7:00 PM
Japanese American Cultural & Community Center - Jaccc

Explore a world of Japanese trip-hop and downtempo music from the 90s and 00s, hosted by the team behind In Sheep's Clothing.

May 15
7:00 PM
The Echo

Warp Records act Clark is known for his densely textured take on electronic music and makes his LA live debut this Friday, 15 May 2026 at Echoplex at The Echo in LA’s Echo Park neighborhood. The 780 capacity show starts at 8:00 PM with doors at 7:00 PM.

May 15
7:00 PM
City National Grove Of Anaheim

Noted for his charisma and ability to connect with audiences of all ages, Jorge Lozano H has established himself as one of the most recognized speakers in Mexico. The native of Monterrey, Nuevo León, has built a solid career offering messages that combine humor, practical advice and deep reflections, especially on topics.

May 15
7:00 PM
Aratani Theatre

Explore a world of Japanese trip-hop and downtempo music from the ‘90s and ‘00s. Drink Japanese whiskey in a private Japanese garden. Hosted by the team behind In Sheep's Clothing.

May 15
7:00 PM
Shadow Grove Brewing

Join Shadow Grove Brewing for a live music performance and album release by Chatrooms.

May 15
7:00 PM
9:30 PM
Tone Stith
Blue Note Los Angeles

KCRW Presents Tone Stith at Blue Note Los Angeles.

May 15
7:00 PM
Jordana
Lodge Room

Jordana performs live, featuring Scarlet Rae. Doors open at 7:00 pm, show starts at 8:00 pm.

May 15
7:00 PM
May 15
7:00 PM
May 15
7:30 PM
Sam First

Drummer/composer Marcello Carelli and his band, featuring John Beasley, will be presenting music from Carelli's latest album release “First Impressions”.

May 15
8:00 PM
Willie Nile
McCabe's Guitar Shop

Willie Nile performs live at McCabe's Guitar Shop.

May 15
8:00 PM
Edna Vees Public House

Live music performance by Crux Rising.

May 15
8:00 PM
The Roxy

Goldenvoice presents Arden Jones. Doors open at 8:00 PM, show starts at 9:00 PM. All ages are welcome.

May 15
8:00 PM
Darshan Trio
Sierra Madre Playhouse

Darshan Trio brings a visionary, boundary-expanding approach to classical music, creating immersive multimedia experiences that connect music across centuries and cultures. Formed by pianist Dominic Cheli, violinist Vijay Gupta, and cellist Yoshika Masuda, the trio’s programs blend storytelling, visual design, and world-class artistry that challenge tradition and spark curiosity.

May 15
8:30 PM
The Smell

104 Live! presents a night of music featuring Field Daze, Concave, and Sept.

May 15
9:00 PM
Nuclear Blast America

Get your Mambo fix every 3rd Friday at Mambito!

May 15
9:00 PM
Corbin Bowl

Live music at Bar 10 Corbin Bowl featuring Paradise Vultures with Bronco Forte and Royalush. The event is 18+ with a full bar for 21+ and free parking.

May 15
9:00 PM
Weep Wave
Permanent Records Roadhouse

Live music performance by Weep Wave, Double Wish, and Babe Ruthless. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door.

May 15
9:00 PM
Skinny's Lounge

Experience Famous Fridays at Skinny’s Lounge – the best hip-hop club night in North Hollywood! Enjoy top DJs, great drinks, and an electric vibe every Friday night. Doors Open 9PM.

May 15
9:30 PM
The Moroccan Lounge

Born for Burning presents Innumerable Forms with Kommand and Voidhämmer at The Moroccan Lounge for a 21+ audience.

May 15
9:30 PM
The Exhibition Room

The Ambrosius Jazz Darlings, a vibrant jazz ensemble based in Long Beach, are a favorite at The Exhibition Room, known for their energetic and soulful performances.

May 15
10:00 PM
May 15
Big Bass Ting
Space Yacht

Space Yacht presents Big Bass Ting.

May 15
2220 Arts

Silk Road Secret Agents present a musical performance featuring KÁRYYN and RIŽIK.

May 15
Hollywood Supper Club
Fairmont Century Plaza

Get ready for a night to remember at our Hollywood Supper Club series. This event is all about good vibes, great food, and even better company.

May 15
7:00 PM
The Earl

Breaker House is hosting their first live LA Show!! Featuring Three artists, one night, and we could not be more stoked to share it with you. Featuring Janna Jamison, Lo-Tide and Ragin' Charles.

May 15
12:00 AM
Melody Bar and Grill

Experience live music West Los Angeles at Melody Bar & Grill with local bands and musicians.

May 15
5:30 PM
Mike West
The Stonehaus

Enjoy a live musical performance by Mike West at The Stonehaus.

May 15
6:00 PM
The Peel

Every Friday and Saturday from 6–10 PM, The Peel comes alive with the sounds of talented local artists.

May 15
7:00 PM
Edwin Mills by Equator

Daryl Darden, an extraordinary guitarist, performs jazz and blues, enchanting audiences with his professional experience spanning over 55 years.

May 15
7:30 PM
The Mint

Gizem Atalya is an LA-based artist known for creating moody, cinematic, and airy alternative pop music.