Whether you’re hunting for intimate indie performances or thrilling arena concerts, Los Angeles has it all — and we’ve curated the very best for you. Each show we recommend is carefully selected, never randomly added. We’re passionate about introducing our readers to rising talent, while also celebrating established artists who define the city’s vibrant music scene. Dive in and grab your ticket to the show!
Little Simz with La Reezy at Hollywood Palladium
Catch an unforgettable night at the Hollywood Palladium on November 18, featuring one of the best rappers out there, Little Simz. The British rapper and lyricist is known for her sharp storytelling, soulful beats, and genre-blending hip-hop sound. Opening the show is La Reezy, a rising hip-hop artist whose conscious lyrics and slick grooves take us back to the best days of hip-hop: the 90s. Get Tickets.
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Raekwon with Mobb Deep at The Wiltern
On November 18 at The Wiltern, hip-hop legends Raekwon and Mobb Deep’s Havoc take the stage for a night of classic East Coast rap. With their raw street lyricism, Raekwon, a core member of Wu-Tang Clan, and Mobb Deep helped define East Coast rap in the ’90s. Get Tickets.
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11/18 Leith Ross at El Rey Theatre
11/18 The Surfajettes, Bethlehem Shalom at The Echo
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Grandson at The Bellwether
Fans heading to The Bellwether on November 19 will catch Grandson, whose shows fuse alternative rock intensity with electronic grit. His music blends rock, hip-hop, and socio-political commentary into a charged, genre-bending style. Ho99o9 will open! It’s gonna be a wild one. Get Tickets.
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Sigur Ros at Orpheum Theatre
Sigur Rós brings their emotive and experimental post-rock sound to the Orpheum Theatre from November 19 to 21, enveloping the audience in vast, dreamlike atmospheres. Get Tickets.
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11/19 Sabrina Carpenter, Ravyn Lenae, Amber Mark at Crypto.com Arena
11/19 Burna Boy at Intuit Dome
11/19 Ginger Root at Troubadour
11/20 Sabrina Carpenter, Ravyn Lenae, Amber Mark at Crypto.com Arena
David Byrne at Dolby Theatre
David Byrne, the iconic artist known for his work with the Talking Heads, performs at the Dolby Theatre on November 20-21, presenting his inventive art-pop vision through a uniquely theatrical performance. Get Tickets.
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Lucius at The Wiltern
When Lucius takes the stage at The Wiltern on November 21, audiences can expect the duo’s signature mix of radiant harmonies and art-pop sensibilities. Their sound draws from indie pop, retro influences, and richly layered vocal arrangements. Get Tickets.
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Bolden. at Moroccan Lounge
Over at the Moroccan Lounge on November 21, Bolden. delivers an intimate set filled with warm, soulful textures. Their style leans into modern R&B and jazz-infused alternative, creating a smooth and expressive musical atmosphere. Get Tickets.
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11/20-21 Ginger Root at Lodge Room
11/21-22 Mark William Lewis, Samba Jean-Baptiste at Zebulon
11/21 Tether, Oppidan, Sam Alfred at Don Quixote
11/21 Laura Stevenson at Scribble
11/21 Ari Abdul at The Roxy
Boris at The Belasco
A heavier night awaits at The Belasco on November 22, where Boris performs their influential album Pink alongside Lack of Interest. Boris is known for their experimental approach, merging sludge, drone, shoegaze, and noise rock into a dynamic and atmospheric metal sound. Lack of Interest open. Get Tickets.
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Cock Sparrer at Hollywood Palladium
The Hollywood Palladium’s November 22–23 shows feature Cock Sparrer headlining a packed punk lineup. As foundational figures in the Oi! movement, Cock Sparrer blends classic rock energy with punk attitude, crafting big, anthemic songs built for crowd sing-alongs. Dillinger Four, Home Front, and Generacion Suicida are also on the lineup. Get Tickets.
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11/22 King Princess, spill tab at The Wiltern
11/22 Carnage Asada, Fingernail, Astral Jets at Permanent Records Roadhouse
11/22 Bolden. at The Echo
11/22 Thrice, Modern Color at The Novo
11/22 Sabrina Carpenter, Ravyn Lenae, Amber Mark at Crypto.com Arena
11/22 Folk Bitch Trio, Alex Amen at Scribble
11/22-23 Viva! Pomona with The Two Lips, 54 Ultra, Rio Kosta, Los Eclipses, Gelii Haha, and more at The Glass House
11/22 Robert Plant’s Saving Grace, Roar In The Fall with Suzi Dian and Rosie Flores at United Theater on Broadway
11/22 The Soul Shakedown with DJ Clifton at Zebulon (FREE dance night)
11/22-23 Camp Flog Gnaw Carnival at Dodger Stadium
11/22-23 The Brian Jonestown Massacre at Teragram Ballroom
Jay Som at The Roxy (Moved from El Rey Theatre)
Jay Som plays the Roxy El Rey Theatre on November 23, delivering introspective indie-rock songs full of warmth, honesty, and melodic depth. Fashion Club joins. Get Tickets.
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11/23 Ayoni, Léa the Leox at The Troubadour
11/23 Delicate Steve at Gold-Diggers
11/23 Sabrina Carpenter, Ravyn Lenae, Amber Mark at Crypto.com Arena
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