This April’s live music lineup is stacked with can’t-miss performances across the city, bringing together everything from indie rock and dream pop to soul, electronic, and experimental sounds. Starting April 21, Failure and Cold Gawd set the tone at Zebulon, leading into a packed run that includes Thee Sacred Souls’ two-night stand at the Greek Theatre and a wave of standout shows on April 23 featuring She Wants Revenge, Chuwi, and more. The momentum continues with a huge April 24 slate—Alice Phoebe Lou, Ichiko Aoba, and Face To Face all take the stage—before the weekend rolls in with Kelsey Lu, Lily Allen, VNV Nation, and a genre-spanning mix of rising and established acts. Closing out the April, highlights include La Dispute, Shabazz Palaces, Reyna Tropical, and Zoé’s two-night run, wrapping up a stretch of shows that makes this one of the most exciting months for live music this season.
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4/21 – Failure, Cold Gawd at Zebulon
Spacey, heavy, and just a little bit existential, Failure’s alt-rock/shoegaze swirl still feels like staring into the void—but with better riffs. Cold Gawd sets the tone with a hazy wall of modern shoegaze, so drift in early and grab your spot—tickets won’t hang around.
4/22–23 – Thee Sacred Souls at Greek Theatre
Silky smooth vintage soul meets modern cool, and somehow it all sounds like a lost 1972 radio hit you just discovered yesterday. That’s what you get with Thee Sacred Souls. Roge and The Womack Sisters will support. Two nights under the stars means double the swooning—lock in your seats before they disappear.
4/23 – She Wants Revenge at The Wiltern
Brooding basslines and whispery menace define this darkwave/post-punk outfit that made sulking in black feel like a lifestyle choice. Lean into your inner noir protagonist and snag tickets She Wants Revenge before the shadows sell out.
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4/23 – Chuwi at The Roxy
Chuwi’s indie-pop and Caribbean-inflected grooves glide between dreamy and danceable without ever breaking a sweat. It’s the kind of set that turns casual listeners into fans—might as well grab a ticket and see why.
4/24 – Alice Phoebe Lou at The Wiltern
Ethereal indie folk with a jazz-kissed softness, Alice Phoebe Lou writes songs that feel like secrets told just loud enough to echo. Catch her while the room still feels intimate—tickets are waiting (for now).
4/24 – Ichiko Aoba at Walt Disney Concert Hall
Minimalist folk drifts into something almost otherworldly as Ichiko Aoba’s delicate guitar and voice suspend time itself. This is a “don’t even think about talking during the set” kind of night—secure your seat and experience it properly.
4/24 – Face to Face at The Novo
No frills, no filler—just straight-up SoCal punk rock that still hits like it’s 1995 and your skateboard just snapped. So don’t be “disconnected,” lace up and dive in; tickets are your entry to the pit.
4/25–26 – Kelsey Lu at Blue Note Los Angeles
Genre? Sure—ambient pop, experimental soul, avant-classical—but honestly, Kelsey Lu exists in her own orbit. Two nights in a jazz club setting is about as transcendent as it gets, so reserve your spot before it’s gone.
4/24 – (((O))) at Pacific Electric
If you like your electronic music a little mysterious and a lot immersive, (((O))) delivers pulsing, left-field textures that feel like stepping into another dimension. Curiosity piqued? Go ahead and secure a ticket.
4/25 – VNV Nation at The Belasco
Industrial meets futurepop in a surge of anthemic electronics that somehow feels both dystopian and uplifting. Dress accordingly (black is the usual) and grab your ticket before the faithful fill the floor.
4/25–26 – Lily Allen at Orpheum Theatre
Sharp-tongued, effortlessly catchy pop with a wink—Lily Allen’s catalog still cuts through with humor and bite. Two nights means options, but not infinite ones, so go on and claim your ticket (check here too StubHub and Vivid Seats)
4/26 – Maye & Ambar Lucid at The Glass House
Dreamy Latin pop, indie soul, and bilingual lyricism collide in a lineup that feels like a warm breeze you can dance to. Sounds like your vibe? Tickets are calling your name.
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4/28 – La Dispute at The Belasco
Spoken-word intensity meets post-hardcore catharsis, with songs that hit like emotional essays screamed into the void. Prepare to feel everything—then go ahead and secure your entry.
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4/29 – Shabazz Palaces at Lodge Room
Abstract hip-hop that bends time, language, and expectation—Shabazz Palaces operate somewhere far beyond the mainstream map. If you’re ready for something different, tickets await.
4/29 – Reyna Tropical at Zebulon
A lush blend of indie, cumbia, and dream-pop textures, Reyna Tropical feels like a sunset you can dance inside. Don’t overthink it—just grab a ticket and go.
4/29–30 – Zoé at YouTube Theater
Alt-rock grandeur with psychedelic flourishes, Mexico’s Zoé deliver arena-sized emotion with a cosmic twist. Two nights, big energy—choose your date and make it official with tickets.
4/30 – Brigitte Calls Me Baby, SKORTS at Lodge Room
Retro crooner vibes crash into modern indie rock swagger with Brigitte Calls Me Baby, and SKORTS adding a punchy, off-kilter edge to the night. It’s charming, chaotic, and full of rock n roll—grab your ticket before everyone else gets the memo.
If Tickets Are Sold Out …
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See What’s Poppin’ at Some of Our Favorite Venues in LA
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.
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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