Los Angeles is stacked this week (Feb. 23 – March 1, 2026) — from underground indie rooms to historic cemetery chapels to full-scale tour energy. Whether you want experimental jazz, indie rock, avant-pop, hip-hop, or arena-ready soul, here are your options across every vibe and venue size in the city.
1. Gorillaz at Hollywood Palladium
Gorillaz turn the Hollywood Palladium into a genre-blurring spectacle on February 22 and 23 as they celebrate the release of their new album, The Mountain. Combining animation, striking visuals, and a sound that spans hip hop, alternative, and electronic music, expect all the nostalgia + fresh new sounds. Tickets are on sale now. We recommend comparing resale ticket prices at StubHub and Vivid Seats, as these shows are sold out.
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2. Ghost at Intuit Dome
Theatrical metal giants Ghost bring their dark pageantry and arena-sized hooks to Intuit Dome on February 23. Known for elaborate costumes and catchy, sinister anthems, their live performances are as visually striking as they are loud. Tickets are available now.
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3. Lady Gaga at The Forum
Lady Gaga brings her theatrical vision to The Forum on February 18 and 19, and February 22 and 23, with The MAYHEM Ball. Combining pop spectacle, fashion-forward visuals, and genre-defining hits, the show promises a fully immersive experience. We attended the first leg of her tour and it was easily on of the best shows of 2025. Tickets are on sale now. We recommend comparing resale ticket prices at StubHub and Vivid Seats, as these shows are sold out.
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4. The Joy Formidable at the Masonic Lodge
The Joy Formidable performs an intimate set at the Masonic Lodge at Hollywood Forever on February 24. Soaring guitars and ethereal vocals shine in one of LA’s most unique venues. Fans of indie rock and shoegaze need not miss this concert. Tickets are on sale now.
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5. Artemas at Hollywood Palladium
Electronic alt-pop breakout Artemas brings darkwave, viral-ready hooks, and moody aesthetics to the Hollywood Palladium on February 26. The UK-based artist’s enticing production has quickly earned him a devoted fanbase. Tickets are available now.
6. Rubio at The Paramount
Chilean artist Rubio brings her genre-blurring blend of electronic pop, art-rock, and cinematic production to The Paramount on February 26. Her emotionally rich sound and striking visuals promise a fully immersive live performance. Tickets are available now.
7. Alemeda at The Roxy
Alt-pop disruptor Alemeda blends punk edge, R&B swagger, and fearless lyrics at The Roxy on February 26. If you’re into rebellious pop with bite, snag your tickets and witness the next wave firsthand.
8. The Undercover Dream Lovers at The Airliner
Synth-pop and indie-dance vibes headline February 26 as The Undercover Dream Lovers, Pool Girl, and Stefan Thev light up The Airliner. If shimmering guitars and late-night dance energy are your thing, get your tickets and hit the floor; they’re free!
9. Yellow Days at The Bellwether
British indie-soul visionary Yellow Days brings his “Rock And A Hard Place” tour to The Bellwether on February 27, blending psychedelic funk, lo-fi soul, and raw emotional vocals. This is big-room energy with cult-favorite depth — lock in your tickets before they’re snapped up.
10. JOSEPH at Pico Union Project
The harmony-rich indie trio JOSEPH takes the stage on February 27 at Pacific Electric Pico Union Project. With emotionally resonant songwriting and tightly woven vocal arrangements, the band creates an intimate live setting that feels both personal and powerful. Tickets are now sold out. We recommend comparing resale ticket prices at StubHub and Vivid Seats.
11. Brandi Carlile at The Forum
On February 27, Brandi Carlile joins forces with The Head and The Heart for a massive night at The Forum. From Carlile’s soul-stirring vocals to The Head and The Heart’s crowd-sized folk anthems, this bill promises a moving, arena-scale experience. Secure your tickets now before this show sells out.
12. Clipping. & Open Mike Eagle at the Fonda Theatre
Experimental hip-hop trio Clipping. join forces with alt-rap lyricist Open Mike Eagle on February 28 for a night of industrial beats and razor-sharp wordplay. If boundary-pushing rap is your lane, secure your tickets and prepare for sonic intensity.
13. SadGirl & The Paranoyds at Oblivion
Dreamy lo-fi surf rock meets garage-punk attitude when SadGirl and The Paranoyds take over Oblivion on February 28. It’s jangly guitars, hazy melodies, and underground energy at its finest — grab your tickets and catch the scene up close.
Whether you want underground grit or tour-level spectacle, pick your genre, choose your room, and make it a live-music week. Grimy Goods gots you. We’ve been covering the Los Angeles music scene and beyond since 2008.
See What’s Poppin’ at Some of Our Favorite Venues in L.A.
Hollywood Bowl – she’s a glamorous outdoor amphitheater (and haunted), historic icon, owned by the Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation. The Summer Season is presented by the LA Phil; however, the county leases this legendary venue during the off-season to Live Nation and others.
Gold-Diggers (very cool independent small club venue)
Zebulon (super cool small club independent venue)
Lodge Room (independet small club venue)
The Forum (aka the Fabulous Forum, currently, the Kia Forum, she’s a historic arena, and an L.A. icon)
Permanent Records Roadhouse (cool independet small club venue)
Fonda Theatre (historic medium sized venue owned by Goldenvoice/AEG)
El Cid Sunset (historic and haunted independent venue)
Moroccan Lounge (independet small club venue)
The Troubadour (independet small club venue)
Teragram Ballroom (independet medium sized venue)
The Smell (independent small club venue)
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United Theatre On Broadway (historic venue)
The Townhouse Venice / Del Monte Speakeasy (historic and haunted independet small club venue)
The Echo (small club venue owned by Live Nation)
Blue Note LA (small club jazz vibes owned by Blue Note Entertainment Group)
Hollywood Forever (historic cemetery! Independently owned)
The Roxy (independent, legendary venue on the Sunset Strip, however, Goldenvoice is the exclusive promoter & operator)
The Paramount (historic independent small club venue)
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