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Brother Ali is bringing hip hop and soul to the El Rey on Saturday, October 27. Starting out with just a cassette demo, Brother Ali has gained widespread popularity with his gospel-like performances. His music narrates events that played out throughout his life and his appearance is unique, fitting into his creative live performances. The […]

DJ/Producer, Matthew Dear, is bringing his electropop amazingness to the El Rey on Friday, October 26. He will not just be alone on stage for this show though, he will be performing his works will a live backing band. If you haven’t checked out Dear’s newest release “Beams“, you are missing out. It’ll get you […]

Iconic musician and record producer, John Cale is set for a headlining show at the El Rey Theatre on Tuesday, Dec. 11. Recognized as a founding member of the Velvet Underground and a master of drone rock, Cale has also released about 3o albums and has worked with numerous rock icons such as Brian Eno, […]

Congo super group, Staff Benda Bilili, play the El Rey Theatre on Wednesday, October 24.  SBB were formed by paraplegic street musicians who used to practice in an abandoned zoo but now they are global music movers and shakers.  The band are on tour now in support of their newest album release, 2012’s  Bouger le Monde! (Crammed […]

Genre defying instrumental composer and guitar virtuoso, Kaki King, will be playing the El Rey Theatre this coming Monday, October 22. King’s work can be described as a melting pot of musical styles and approaches, all blending together seamlessly, taking the best attributes of each genre and placing it right where it needs to be […]

Nick Waterhouse will be bringing his soulful sounds to the El Rey on Sunday, October 21. We caught Mr. Waterhouse this past summer at FYF Fest, and boy could he make ’em sway. He will be accompanied by long time friends Allah-Las. Supporting will be Aquarium Drunkard/Light in the Attic DJ’s. Tickets are $18 (not […]

L.A. hometown heroes, the Local Natives are headlining a show at the El Rey Theatre on Tuesday, January 29! It’s been quite a while since we’ve seen the boys grace an L.A. stage and it’s good to have them back. The show is all ages and tickets go on sale next Friday, Oct. 26 at […]

Touring in support of her first album in six years, Beth Orton take the El Rey Theatre on Tuesday, Oct. 23 with support from indie folk artist, Sam Amidon. Orton, know for her unique style of “folktronica,” just released her  fifth studio album, Sugaring Season on Oct. 2nd. Expect to hear some new music! Tickets to Beth […]

Electro-pop, symphonic master Dan Deacon plays the El Rey Theatre on Saturday, October 20.  Dan Deacon is on tour now in support of his 2012 album release, America (Domino Records).  Peep our Hot New Music album review here and then get psyched for a night of dancing with Dan Deacon live! Height With Friends, Chester Endersby Gwazda […]

Petty Fest returns to Los Angeles on Nov. 14 and 15 at the El Rey Theatre! Celebrating the music of Tom Petty, the events’ special guests will include: Patrick Carney of The Black Keys, Nick Valensi and Fabrizio Moretti of The Strokes, Sarah Silverman, Members of Eagles of Death Metal, Harper Simon, Nicole Atkins, Har […]

See the seven piece indie pop band Los Campesinos! play at the El Rey on Thursday, October 18. Los Campesinos formed in 2006 in Cardiff, Wales and have four albums that have brought indie rock to the hearts of many people. Their music is lively and joyous, often characterizing them as “twee pop”, similar to […]

North Carolina’s Bowerbirds just played an impressive show at the Troubadour this past April and now they will return to Los Angeles for a headlining show date at the El Rey on Wednesday, Oct. 17. From lovely campfire anthems to more complicated tracks featuring a roaring display of electric guitars, drums, vibraphones, pianos and more — the Bowerbirds […]

It seems like it was only yesterday when we witnessed New York’s Freelance Whales make their Echo debut back in 2009 as they opened up for Fanfarlo. These kids have come a long way and are ready to grace the stage of the El Rey as the HEADLINER on Tuesday, Oct. 16. Opening up for […]

We love seeing talented hot boys with music instruments.  Direct from Portland, multi-instrumentalist, Menomena swung back and fourth between guitars, winds and so much more that we couldn’t be more stoked by their great performance at the El Rey theatre. Not to mention, they are good looking too.  Their new album was just released so you will […]

Wu-Tang Clan member GZA is back in town and is set to take the stage at the El Rey on Saturday, September 29 to perform Liquid Swords, his second solo studio album that was released in 1995. Joining him for this awesome hip-hop event are Sweet Valley, Killer Mike, and Bear Hands. It’s a show you […]

Check out indie rock band Menomena at the El Rey this Thursday, September 27.  The duo from Portland, Oregon put on a complex performance, switching off numerous instruments between sets to create a dense sound without the support of backing tracks. They kick off their tour to support their most recent album Moms. Along them […]