Alternative Rock Concerts & Live Shows in Los Angeles
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 upcoming Alternative Rock concerts in Los Angeles below.
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Upcoming Alternative Rock Events · Los Angeles
Nick Flessa Album Release
Mon, 29 Jun @ 8:00 PM
Holly Humberstone
Mon, 29 Jun @ 8:00 PM
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 PMSound profile
A vocal-driven, high-energy sound.
About 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 - FAQ
- 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…
- What Alternative Rock events are in Los Angeles?
- Mood tracks all upcoming Alternative Rock 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 Alternative Rock events or upcoming shows this week.
- What are the characteristics of Alternative Rock music?
- Alternative Rock music scores high on organicness (80%), vocality (80%), energy (70%), and lower on danceability (40%), valence (40%). These qualities shape the typical Alternative Rock sound at live events and club nights.
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