Arcade Fire have announced tour dates with a Los Angeles concert at the KIA Forum on November 16, 2022. Headed on an extensive world tour this fall, Arcade Fire are touring support of their sixth studio album WE, out today, May 6 via Columbia Records. Additional Arcade Fire tour dates include Nov. 19 at the […]

Last Thursday’s Greek Theatre show marked the first of three final appearances by Arcade Fire before the band takes an extended hiatus in preparation for their next record, and the send-off was highlighted by a playthrough of their first album Funeral in its entirety. Emerging onstage in formal wear and a Funeral-esque patch of artwork illuminated behind them, the […]

Entering the Fabulous Forum to announcements emulating that of a boxing match, Canadian indie-rockers Arcade Fire made their way towards the central ring to defend their title as indie-rock’s heavyweight champions. Laying on thick the satirical elements of their recent album Everything Now with a heavy emphasis on fake advertising and commercial vapidness that played itself out […]

Arcade Fire closes out Panorama festival day one with a marching band tribute to David Bowie (along with some words about Trump) Words & Photography: Steven Ward Walking across the Robert F. Kennedy bridge in the sweltering heat towards Randall’s Island, it was hard not to feel the deja vu wash over me. Like many […]

Looking Back on “Indie” Culture in 2016 Opinion Feature by Jamie Lawlor Close your eyes and imagine the sounds that accompany each of the following genre titles: jazz. folk, reggae, heavy metal… EDM. Each evokes their own trademark silhouette of rhythms, themes, and instrumentation. Now think of the genre known as “indie” in the same context. […]

At the end of last year, Downtown Los Angeles welcomed a new venue, Resident, a cozy, intimate space that opened its doors to live music. This spot has become part of the industrial, artistic neighborhood and features exclusive shows with fantastic sound and unique aesthetics. Opening acts Contact Field Orchestra and Eartheater warmed up the […]

In what is sure to be a feather in the cap for the promoting moguls over at Goldenvoice, the lineup for the first ever Panorama Music, Art, and Technology festival was announced today–and it features an eclectic bunch to say the least. First and foremost the festival, which will take place July 22-24 at Randall’s Island, New […]

One of the most beautiful countries in Europe is about to look a lot more appealing for those seeking a travel destination this summer. NOS Alive, Portugal’s premiere music festival, just made its second lineup announcement–and you might want to be sitting down when you read it. Both Radiohead and Arcade Fire, arguably (but not […]

It was a night of budding sensuality at The Echo last Tuesday, as DJ Windows 98 (aka the face of indie-rock heroes Arcade Fire, Win Butler) took to Echo Park to give Los Angeles a taste of his funky, mixing wizardry. Under green and purple lights, the older Butler showed off his disc jockey chops, pulling […]

Photo via DJ Windows 98 Facebook page Win Butler of Arcade Fire has been moonlighting as a “DJ” under the moniker of DJ Windows 98, and will be taking his dance floor bangers to The Echo on Tuesday, August 4th! We last caught  DJ Windows 98 serving up a mix of well-known songs at The Hype […]

Will Butler is well-known for his antics on stage as a member of Arcade Fire. Having released his first solo effort earlier this year, he made his first appearance in Los Angeles from underneath older brother Win Butler’s shadow at the Troubadour last night. That energy was there in spades. I had just seen Butler […]

Though he plays a complementary role in the massive success of his band the Arcade Fire, the younger Butler sibling steps out of the shadow of his older brother Win, to great things on his debut solo album Policy. While he plays keyboards and sometimes drummer for the world renowned band, he shows in his […]

Everyone’s gotta branch out on their own and do their own thing at some point or another, even when you already have something great going on. Will Butler of Arcade Fire is going solo. The multi-instrumentalist and composer, best known for his high energy and spontaneity on stage with Arcade Fire is set to release […]

Arcade Fire Roasted Turkey — Since 1621, Thanksgiving has been celebrated with a nice juicy turkey as the main course. Over the years, Arcade Fire has become the main course of indie music. And just like turkey, if you have an overload of Arcade Fire, it can sometimes make you sleepy and feeling guilty. Stuffing […]

Last night, Arcade Fire kicked off the first night of their back-to-back concerts at The Forum. Per usual, Arcade Fire put on a most spectacular performance. Shimmering and shining with their bedazzled-like outfits, the band wasn’t the only thing beaming with sheen. Arcade Fire’s stage was full of bright lights, “reflektors” and psychedelic visuals. It […]

You can now get your presale tickets to both of Arcade Fire’s shows at the Forum in Los Angeles! As we previously reported on Monday morning, Arcade Fire have confirmed two new Los Angeles headlining shows on August 1st and 2nd at The Forum. General on-sale is this Saturday, April 26th at 10 a.m., but […]

Last weekend during Arcade Fire’s set at Coachella, lead vocalist Win Butler got on his soapbox and denounced DJ sets and the VIP area at Coachella. On the final night of weekend two, Arcade Fire and Butler left all of that at the door and humbly played a rockin’ set to help bring the 2014 […]

Arcade Fire has confirmed two new Los Angeles headlining shows on August 1st and 2nd at The Forum (they also just announced a free last-minute show tonight at the Roxy). The band just closed out their Sunday night main stage closing set at this year’s Coachella festival and they’re ready to rock some more. This […]

After two back-to-back stellar weekends at Coachella, Arcade Fire have announced a very intimate performance tonight (Monday, April 21st) at the Roxy! Details from their Facebook page below: We’re playing a small show at The Roxy in Los Angeles tonight and have 30 pairs of tickets to give away. Upload your Reflektor photos to our […]

In a special holiday edition of Zach Galifianakis’ hilarious (but totally fake & awkward) talk show, “Between Two Ferns” — Arcade Fire make a very special guest performance and it’s totally epic. While the episode’s main guests are Samuel L. Jackson and Tobey Maguire, Arcade Fire make it even more awkward and comical with their […]

Arcade Fire at Capitol Records – Photo: Bryan Olinger Last week, the 24th Annual KROQ Almost Acoustic Christmas announced it’s all-star line-up for night one of the two day music festival, and this morning KROQ released the line-up for night two! Night 2 of the KROQ Almost Acoustic Christmas will feature the following acts: Arcade Fire, LORDE, […]

You can say that it snowed last night in Hollywood. As part of Arcade Fire’s highly anticipated “secret show” in Los Angeles, the Capitol Records parking lot had transformed into a shining wonderland of reflectors with fans dancing around in their best dazzling shining costumes as wind blowers erupted a gorgeous volcano of shimmering confetti […]

While you read this exciting post about Arcade Fire’s upcoming show at the Hollywood Palladium this Halloween, you mind as well press play on the YouTube video below to stream their entire new album, Reflektor. Now back to the show news: Arcade Fire have added a third Los Angeles performance to their batch of greatly […]

By now you’re all well aware of Arcade Fire’s “secret show” on the 29th. Unfortunately, not everyone is going to get into this exclusive warm-up gig for their new album, Reflektor. We hope you’ve been entering their giveaways every day to increase your chances! If worse comes to worse, and you don’t score tickets to […]

Why yes, that is David Bowie you hear on the new Arcade Fire single, “Reflektor.” Earlier today, we shared Arcade Fire’s official video for “Reflektor” — the first single from their forthcoming album out October 29 via Merge. Many of you may have noticed a very familiar and magical voice, and if you’re top-notch at knowing […]