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
Goo Goo Dolls
Tue, 21 Jul @ 8:00 PM
Lelo
Tue, 21 Jul @ 8:00 PM
Micro Music Festival - Open Mic Night
Tue, 21 Jul @ 7:00 PM
School of Rock AllStars
Tue, 21 Jul @ 6:00 PM
Rainbow Kitten Surprise
Tue, 21 Jul @ 8:00 PM
Come Sing With The Band Live Band Karaoke
Wed, 22 Jul @ 9:00 PM
Loveless & Company
Wed, 22 Jul @ 7:00 PM
The Mess Around with Eugene Edwards
Wed, 22 Jul @ 7:30 PM
Billy Vincent
Wed, 22 Jul @ 7:00 PM
Lets Play LA
Wed, 22 Jul @ 5:00 PM
School of Rock All Stars
Thu, 23 Jul @ 6:00 PM
Austyn Gillette Record Release Show, Indigo Sparke
Thu, 23 Jul @ 8:00 PM
Moondough
Thu, 23 Jul @ 6:30 PM
Sludge Mother, Street Play, Who Cares
Thu, 23 Jul @ 9:00 PM
1LDK with SY3
Thu, 23 Jul @ 6:00 PM
Orion 224 with Cannon the Dealers & American Woman
Fri, 24 Jul @ 9:30 PM
Breaking Sound LA
Fri, 24 Jul @ 7:00 PM
Riff Wood
Fri, 24 Jul @ 7:00 PM
Savage Hands & Of Virtue
Fri, 24 Jul @ 6:30 PM
Savage Hands & Of Virtue
Fri, 24 Jul @ 6:30 PM
The Fray - Summer of Light Tour with Dashboard Confessional
Fri, 24 Jul @ 7:00 PM
Minerva Hoyt, starsdontmeananything, Wazoo
Fri, 24 Jul @ 8:30 PM
Pop Club, Big Jesus Trash Can, Max Gardener
Fri, 24 Jul @ 9:00 PM
Zack Bernz
Fri, 24 Jul @ 8:00 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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