Alternative Rock Events This Week in Los Angeles
Alternative Rock events in Los Angeles this week. Updated daily.
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Alternative Rock Events This Week · Los Angeles

Mike Stocksdale
Tue, 30 Jun @ 9:00 PM
Christina Apostolopoulos
Tue, 30 Jun @ 8:00 PM
Not Another Showcase
Tue, 30 Jun @ 7:00 PM
The Reytons with Casey Lowery
Tue, 30 Jun @ 7:00 PM
Tim Kasher
Tue, 30 Jun @ 7:00 PM
Primitive Ring / Zig Zags / The ACA
Tue, 30 Jun @ 8:00 PM
AMPM Presents
Tue, 30 Jun @ 8:00 PM
Dark Hearts - alternative night
Tue, 30 Jun @ 8:00 PM
Natural Supernatural, Death Valley Night School, Sydney Dalessi, & The Sea Tease
Wed, 1 Jul @ 8:00 PM
Tony Jupiter
Wed, 1 Jul @ 7:00 PM
Ballet: Spring Riot Release Show
Wed, 1 Jul @ 8:00 PM
Rocknite
Wed, 1 Jul @ 7:00 PM
Breaking Sound LA
Thu, 2 Jul @ 7:00 PM
Breaking Sound LA
Thu, 2 Jul @ 7:00 PM
Jena Malone with Wet World
Thu, 2 Jul @ 7:00 PM
SPRAINFACE / RED DIVINE / SEMI AUTO / BLOOD MOON
Thu, 2 Jul @ 6:30 PM
The Meteors, Bonnie Murmur and more!
Thu, 2 Jul @ 6:00 PM
killboy, Jessy Fury, Melanie HALFKENNY, Sophia Be, Tyler Pierce
Thu, 2 Jul @ 7:00 PM
EMO NIGHT PASADENA - MCR Live Tribute by Sweet Revenge & hits by oSh
Thu, 2 Jul @ 8:00 PM
Claypool Gold: Primus, Les Claypool's Frog Brigade
Fri, 3 Jul @ 8:00 PM
Punk Rock 3rd of July inside the Locker Room
Fri, 3 Jul @ 6:00 PM
Emerging Sounds Concert — Salma Khan and more
Fri, 3 Jul @ 7:30 PM
An American Poet
Fri, 3 Jul @ 7:00 PM
The McCharmlys
Sat, 4 Jul @ 2:00 AMAbout Alternative Rock
Alternative rock emerged from the 1980s independent music underground, rooted in the DIY ethics of punk rock and post-punk while rejecting the commercialism of mainstream hair metal. The genre is primarily defined by a guitar-driven sound featuring distorted electric guitars, expressive basslines, and traditional drum kits, though it frequently incorporates synthesizers and unconventional song structures. Tempos typically range from moderate to fast, supporting moods that fluctuate between angst-ridden introspection and aggressive non-conformity. As a broad semantic category, it serves as a bridge between underground indie scenes and the commercial mainstream, influencing diverse sub-genres like grunge, britpop, and shoegaze through its emphasis on authenticity and sonic experimentation.
Also known as: Alt-rock, Alt rock
Alternative Rock events in Los Angeles this week - FAQ
- What Alternative Rock events are in Los Angeles this week?
- Mood tracks all Alternative Rock events in Los Angeles this week - upcoming concerts, club nights, and shows. The calendar is updated daily. Each listing includes venue, lineup, and a direct ticket link. Browse the full weekly Alternative Rock schedule in Los Angeles above.
- Where can I find Alternative Rock in Los Angeles this week?
- Alternative rock emerged from the 1980s independent music underground, rooted in the DIY ethics of punk rock and post-punk while rejecting the commercialism of mainstream hair metal. Find every Alternative Rock venue and event in Los Angeles this week above - with lineups, door times, and tickets.
- What is Alternative Rock music?
- Alternative rock emerged from the 1980s independent music underground, rooted in the DIY ethics of punk rock and post-punk while rejecting the commercialism of mainstream hair metal. The genre is primarily defined by a guitar-driven sound featuring distorted electric guitars, expressive basslines, and traditional drum kits, though it frequently incorporates synthesizers and unconventional song structures. Tempos typically range from moderate to fast, supporting moods that fluctuate between angst…
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