July is packed with live music for every kind of fan. Whether you’re catching 90s hip-hop icons like Souls of Mischief at Blue Note LA, diving into the cosmic world of Flying Lotus, swooning over Olivia Dean at Crypto.com Arena, or discovering underground and alternative favorites like sparklmami at the Moroccan Lounge, Eartheater at Hollywood Forever, The Spits at Teragram Ballroom, and CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso at the Greek, this month’s lineup delivers everything from free outdoor concerts to unforgettable club shows.
Whether underground and independent or arena show energy performances, July in LA is your month to experience some of the best summer concerts in Los Angeles.
1. Souls of Mischief at Blue Note — July 7-8
Hip-hop royalty lands in an intimate room as Souls of Mischief bring their legendary jazz rap, alternative hip-hop, and Golden Age classics to Blue Note Los Angeles. It’s a rare chance to experience the Oakland icons behind 93 ’til Infinity up close—don’t sleep on tickets.
2. Healing Gems at One Colorado — July 10
Nothing beats discovering your next favorite band without opening your wallet. This free performance finds LA’s Healing Gems blending psychedelic rock, Latin jazz, and groove-driven jams in Pasadena’s beautiful One Colorado Courtyard—arrive early and claim a good spot.
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3. Flying Lotus at Blue Note — July 11-12
There’s never just one genre when Flying Lotus is involved. The visionary producer bends electronic, jazz, experimental hip-hop, IDM, and psychedelic sounds into an unpredictable live experience that rewards adventurous listeners—grab tickets before they disappear into another dimension.
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4. Wolfmother at The Wiltern — July 11
Turn your amps to eleven because Wolfmother still delivers thunderous hard rock, psychedelic rock, and classic heavy metal riffs with arena-sized swagger. Catch them celebrate their 20th Anniversary alongside the night’s supporting act, Love Gang, and secure your tickets before they’re gone.
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5. Olivia Dean at Crypto.com Arena — July 14-15
Fresh off a meteoric rise, Olivia Dean continues to captivate audiences with soulful pop, R&B, and heartfelt songwriting that feels both timeless and refreshingly modern. Don’t miss the chance to see one of Britain’s brightest stars—tickets are sold-out, but you can scan resale for last-minute deals.
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6. Nymphlord at The Airliner — July 14
If your playlists lean adventurous, this eclectic bill belongs on your radar. Nymphlord headlines with a blend of experimental rock, art punk, and noise, joined by mer marcum and I’ll Show You Magic—pick up a ticket and discover something new.
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7. Eartheater at Hollywood Forever — July 15-17
Few artists blur musical boundaries quite like Eartheater, whose hypnotic blend of experimental pop, electronic music, ambient textures, and avant-garde songwriting feels right at home beneath the stars at Hollywood Forever. Tickets are sold out, but you can try VividSeats for stress-free resale. They offer 100% buyer guarantee.
8. Charm School at Alex’s Bar — July 15
Long Beach favorites Charm School deliver hook-filled indie rock and punk with enough fuzz and melody to satisfy both garage rock devotees and dreamers alike. Bring a friend and grab your tickets for the LBC’s best live music watering hole, Alex’s Bar.
9. Slum Village at Blue Note Los Angeles — July 15–16
Detroit hip-hop legends Slum Village helped shape the sound of alternative hip-hop and neo-soul with their soulful production, razor-sharp lyricism, and deep ties to the late J Dilla. Catch the influential trio in the intimate setting of Blue Note Los Angeles for a rare opportunity to experience hip-hop history up close—grab your tickets before they’re gone.
10. Chinese American Bear at Echoplex — July 16
Bright, playful, and irresistibly catchy, Chinese American Bear mixes indie pop, synth-pop, dream pop, and bilingual songwriting into a show that’s impossible not to smile through. Catch them live and snag your tickets before word gets out.
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11. CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso at The Greek Theatre — July 16
Genre rules were made to be broken, and Argentina’s CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso gleefully ignore all of them by blending Latin trap, hip-hop, funk, rock, jazz, and electronic music into one wildly entertaining set. Don’t wait too long to claim your tickets.
12. The Spits at Teragram Ballroom — July 16
The Spits don’t clean up for anybody—and thankfully they never have. Their gloriously scrappy mix of punk rock and garage punk, alongside Mondo Mundo, promises joyful chaos, so grab tickets before the pit starts without you.
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13. Beats Antique at Pacific Electric — July 17
Expect the unexpected as Beats Antique fuses world music, electronic beats, tribal rhythms, belly dance, and live instrumentation into a mesmerizing performance. Get your tickets and prepare for a night that’s equal parts concert and spectacle.
14. Los Lobos at Burton Chace Park — July 18
A Southern California summer and Los Lobos are about as iconic a pairing as it gets. This free waterfront concert celebrates the legendary band’s mix of Chicano rock, roots rock, blues, country, folk, and Tex-Mex—bring a blanket and enjoy the evening.
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15. Evanescence, Spiritbox, Nova Twins at Kia Forum — July 18
Heavy music fans get a powerhouse lineup as Evanescence headlines with support from Spiritbox and Nova Twins. Expect soaring alternative metal, gothic rock, hard rock, and symphonic drama—grab tickets while they’re still available.
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16. King Woman at Lodge Room — July 18
Dark, crushing, and hauntingly beautiful, King Woman combines doom metal, shoegaze, drone, and post-metal into an unforgettable wall of sound. Btchidiot opens the night, so don’t miss your chance to experience this one live.
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17. The Femcels at Zebulon — July 18
Sometimes all you need is loud guitars and zero apologies. The Femcels channel punk, garage rock, and riot grrrl energy into a cathartic live show—pick up your tickets and join the fun.
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18. Guantanamo Baywatch at Permanent Records Roadhouse — July 19
Surf rock gets wonderfully weird with Guantanamo Baywatch, whose blend of garage rock, surf punk, and lo-fi psychedelia pairs perfectly with Oog Bogo. Head to Permanent Records Roadhouse and grab your tickets before they’re gone.
19. Sparklmami at Moroccan Lounge — July 22
One of LA’s most exciting emerging artists (who we can’t stop raving about), Sparklmami is all things lush Latina jazz and playful vibes. They say the best art is the most personal, which couldn’t be more true for Sparklmami’s debut, bilingual and multi-genre album, in this body, out via Verve Records / Slowplay. Moroccan Lounge is the perfect room to catch her on the rise, so secure your tickets now.
20. Suki Waterhouse at Hollywood Forever — July 23
Dreamy melodies meet cinematic surroundings as Suki Waterhouse brings her indie pop, dream pop, and folk-pop to Hollywood Forever with Charlotte Lawrence opening. This one has all the ingredients for a magical summer evening—don’t miss out on tickets.
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21. The Paranoyds at Oblivion — July 23
LA’s own The Paranoyds have perfected the art of fuzzy garage rock, post-punk, and indie rock with a healthy dose of attitude. Catch them in an intimate setting and grab your tickets while you can.
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22. Mereba at Blue Note — July 24–25
Gracefully weaving together R&B, folk, soul, hip-hop, and jazz, Mereba has carved out a sound that’s both deeply intimate and effortlessly timeless, with lyrics that linger long after the music fades. Her Blue Note Los Angeles performances promise an up-close evening of rich vocals and heartfelt storytelling—reserve your tickets before these shows sell out.
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23. Surfbort at Alex’s Bar — July 24
If subtlety is what you’re after, keep scrolling. Surfbort leads a stacked garage rock / punk bill with Sweat, Suck Brick Kid, and Sunburnt that’s guaranteed to leave the room louder than it found it—buy your tickets and embrace the fun.
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24. Ian Sweet at Bob Baker Marionette Theater — July 24
A venue this whimsical deserves an artist equally captivating. Ian Sweet blends indie rock, dream pop, and emotionally rich songwriting into a performance that should feel especially memorable inside Bob Baker Marionette Theater—grab tickets before it’s sold out.
25. The Fray & Dashboard Confessional at YouTube Theater — July 24
Call it nostalgia or simply good songwriting, but The Fray and Dashboard Confessional remain two of the defining names in piano rock, emo, and alternative rock. Revisit the songs you know by heart—get your tickets before they’re gone.
26. Molly Horses & Parts & Labor at Zebulon — July 24
Underground music thrives on bills like this. Molly Horses headlines alongside Parts & Labor and HLLLYH for an evening of experimental rock, noise rock, and post-punk—support independent music and grab a ticket.
27. Mariachi El Bronx at California Plaza — July 25
Here’s your reminder that some of LA’s best concerts are completely free. Mariachi El Bronx brings its exhilarating fusion of mariachi and punk-inspired energy with support from Tijuana Panthers—arrive early for a prime spot.
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28. Bass Drum of Death at Zebulon — July 25
Fuzz pedals will be working overtime when Bass Drum of Death unleashes its signature blend of garage rock, punk rock, and alternative rock alongside Memo PST. Get your tickets and prepare for a wonderfully loud night.
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29. Violent Femmes at The Bellwether — July 28-31
Decades later, Violent Femmes still make folk punk, alternative rock, and post-punk sound delightfully off-kilter. Don’t pass up the opportunity to hear these classics live—grab your tickets while you can.
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30. Bad Brains 50th Anniversary Celebration at The Regent Theater — July 28
Punk history comes alive as HR of Bad Brains headlines a night featuring Living Fish Brains, H.R. Soul Syndicate, and a DJ set from Mario C. Hardcore punk, reggae, funk, and DC punk legacy all collide here, making this a must-see for longtime fans—secure your tickets before they’re gone.
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Whether you’re after legendary hip-hop, crushing punk shows, soulful pop, free outdoor concerts, or adventurous underground discoveries, July proves once again why Los Angeles remains one of the world’s best live music cities. Mark your calendars, support your local independent venues and artists, and we’ll see you somewhere in the crowd.
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