Glam Metal Concerts & Live Shows in Los Angeles
Glam metal, also known as hair metal, emerged in the late 1970s and early 1980s on the Sunset Strip, blending the aggressive sound of heavy metal with the catchy hooks of pop and the flamboyant aesthetics of 1970s glam rock. Find upcoming Glam Metal concerts in Los Angeles below.
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Upcoming Glam Metal Events · Los Angeles
Cinderella's Tom Keifer Band
Wed, 1 Jul @ 8:00 PM
Leatherwolf
Thu, 2 Jul @ 7:00 PM
Hollywood Roses, Red The Rose, Black Stone Lbc, Madelyn Griffith Band
Sat, 4 Jul @ 6:00 PM
CrÜefest 2026
Sat, 18 Jul @ 4:30 PM
Tuff, Foxy Roxx, American Jetset, Voltagram, Last Wish, Rodg
Thu, 23 Jul @ 6:00 PM
Steelheart, Killing Tyranny, Briegade, Shattered Heart
Fri, 24 Jul @ 6:00 PM
Bulletboys, Permacrush, Whiskey Dogz, Mancini, Stone Pusher
Fri, 31 Jul @ 6:00 PM
Fair Warning (Tribute to Van Halen), Dream Warriors (Tribute to Dokken), Vertical Challenges, Regina Zernay & The High Rollers
Thu, 3 Sep @ 6:00 PM
Guns N' Roses: World Tour 2026
Sat, 5 Sep @ 6:25 PM
W.A.S.P. 1984 To Headless
Fri, 11 Sep @ 7:00 PM
W.A.S.P. 1984 To Headless
Sat, 12 Sep @ 8:00 PM
The Return Of The Carnival Of Sins: Mötley Crüe
Sat, 19 Sep @ 6:30 PM
The High Priestess
Wed, 23 Sep @ 7:00 PM
The Cruel Intentions with Chris Kane Trio
Wed, 23 Sep @ 6:00 PM
Wednesday 13 "Shocktober Blood Tour 2026"
Fri, 2 Oct @ 7:30 PM
Sunday FunDay Party with Motley Inc.
Sun, 4 Oct @ 3:00 PM
Quiet Riot, Dazr, Rude & Reckless, Makers Ad, Yas33
Fri, 16 Oct @ 6:00 PM
W.A.S.P. - 1984 TO HEADLESS
Sat, 31 Oct @ 8:00 PM
Ladies of Rock Festival
Sat, 31 Oct @ 6:00 PM
Kickin Valentina, Bad Marriage, 56 Gallows
Thu, 5 Nov @ 6:00 PM
Killer Dwarfs, Evolution Eden, Prima Donna Rising, Hellgrimm, Rahway, Exhale, Friday Dies
Sat, 14 Nov @ 6:00 PM
Dokken
Sat, 14 Nov @ 8:00 PM
Enuff Z'Nuff, Pretty Boy Floyd, The Throbs
Mon, 28 Dec @ 6:00 PM
White Lion
Tue, 29 Dec @ 6:00 PMSound profile
A high-energy, vocal-driven sound.
About Glam Metal
Glam metal, also known as hair metal, emerged in the late 1970s and early 1980s on the Sunset Strip, blending the aggressive sound of heavy metal with the catchy hooks of pop and the flamboyant aesthetics of 1970s glam rock. Characterized by distorted electric guitars, theatrical vocals, and driving drum patterns, the genre often features high-energy anthems alongside sentimental power ballads. Its instrumentation typically emphasizes shredding guitar solos and prominent synthesizers, creating a polished, radio-friendly production style that prioritizes spectacle and hedonism. This genre serves as a bridge between traditional hard rock and mainstream 1980s pop, defined by its focus on visual flair and accessible melodic structures.
Also known as: Hair metal, Pop metal
Glam Metal events in Los Angeles - FAQ
- What is Glam Metal music?
- Glam metal, also known as hair metal, emerged in the late 1970s and early 1980s on the Sunset Strip, blending the aggressive sound of heavy metal with the catchy hooks of pop and the flamboyant aesthetics of 1970s glam rock. Characterized by distorted electric guitars, theatrical vocals, and driving drum patterns, the genre often features high-energy anthems alongside sentimental power ballads. Its instrumentation typically emphasizes shredding guitar solos and prominent synthesizers, creating a…
- What Glam Metal events are in Los Angeles?
- Mood tracks all upcoming Glam Metal events in Los Angeles - concerts, club nights, and live shows. The calendar is updated daily with new events across all major venues. Browse the listings above to find tonight's Glam Metal events or upcoming shows this week.
- What are the characteristics of Glam Metal music?
- Glam Metal music scores high on commerciality (90%), energy (85%), vocality (85%), and lower on danceability (50%), grit (35%). These qualities shape the typical Glam Metal sound at live events and club nights.
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