16. glaive at the Fonda Theatre — January 27

glaive is a rising artist from the hyperpop and alternative pop scene, blending emotional vocals with glitchy, high-energy production. His music reflects internet-era influences while maintaining a deeply personal tone. Get Tickets.

RELATED: glaive Laments Home But Comes Out on Top with New Electronic-Trap Single “Asheville”

17. Red Ribbon at Permanent Records Roadhouse — January 29

Emma Danner, also known as Red Ribbon, brings her introspective indie rock to Permanent Records Roadhouse for a late-January standout. If you’re looking for incredible underground acts in an independent venue, this show is the place to be. Also performing are Jo Passed and Fashion Club. Get Tickets.

18. Camp Blu at The Echo — January 31

Camp Blu is all things post-punk with an indie-surf-rock flair. Get ready to do your best darkwave side-to-side on the dance floor at this show. The Grinns and Famous Friend will also perform. Get Tickets.

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19. Cate Le Bon at The Belasco — Jan. 31

Welsh musician and producer, Cate Le Bon, arrives at The Belasco for a gorgeous show not be missed. Her latest album Michelangelo Dying is yet another impressive release from Le Bon, expectedly avant-garde, albeit fuelled by fresh emotional wounds delivered with crystal clear honesty. Get Tickets.

RELATED: New Music to Hear: Cate Le Bon “Heaven Is No Feeling”

20. Jason Isbell & The 400 Unit at Orpheum Theatre — Jan. 31

Jason Isbell is one of the greatest storytellers of our time. Longtime fans have known the six-time Grammy Award winner since his early 2000s guitar work with the Southern rock band Drive-By Truckers. However, he left quite a lasting impression when he decided to go solo. Recognized for his socially conscious lyrics in the Americana, country, and rock genres, Isbell is one of the best songwriters of our time. Get Tickets.

For even more shows, take a look at our weekly concert recommendation listings, where we include these top picks along with more shows by week.

A Peek at the Best Shows Coming To Los Angeles This February

GZA with Live Band: Liquid Swords & More at Blue Note — Feb. 4

Say She She at The Belasco — Feb. 5

Jessie J at The United Theater on Broadway — Feb. 6

Shame at The Belasco — Feb. 7

Cold Cave at The Bellwether — Feb. 13

Julianna Barwick & Mary Lattimore at Sid The Cat — Feb. 14

Nuovo Testamento w/ SRSQ at The Roxy — Feb. 14

Cardi B at The Forum — Feb. 15-16

Celebrating David Bowie at the Wiltern — Feb. 16

Cat Power: The Greatest Tour at Orpheum Theatre— Feb. 17

Lady Gaga: The MAYHEM Ball at The Forum — Feb. 18-19ish

Puma Blue at The Belasco — Feb. 20

Rebirth Brass Band at The Miracle — Feb. 20

Los Tigres del Norte – La Loteria Tour at Intuit Dome — Feb. 20

Gorillaz at Hollywood Palladium — Feb. 22-23

Ghost at Intuit Dome — Feb. 23

The Joy Formidable at the Masonic Lodge at Hollywood Forever

Artemas at Hollywood Palladium — Feb. 26

Brandi Carlile at The Forum — Feb. 27

Gloria Trevi at BMO Stadium — Feb. 28

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