Dark Wave Events This Month in Los Angeles
Dark wave is a musical genre that emerged in the late 1970s and early 1980s as a somber evolution of post-punk and new wave, characterized by its introspective and melancholic mood. Find upcoming Dark Wave events in Los Angeles this month below.
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A melancholic, vocal-driven sound.
Dark Wave Events This Month · Los Angeles
Do You Like House Music?
Thu, 25 Jun @ 10:30 PM
Goth Beat
Thu, 25 Jun @ 9:00 PM
Dustbowlchampion
Fri, 26 Jun @ 5:30 PM
Dum Dum Fest 2026
Sat, 27 Jun @ 6:00 PM
Perc (Industrial set)
Sat, 27 Jun @ 9:00 PM
A Vampire Rollerdisco
Sat, 27 Jun @ 6:00 PM
ShadowDance L.A.
Sat, 27 Jun @ 9:00 PM
MOTORHEAD + BLACK SABBATH TRIBUTES
Sat, 27 Jun @ 9:30 PMAbout Dark Wave
Dark wave is a musical genre that emerged in the late 1970s and early 1980s as a somber evolution of post-punk and new wave, characterized by its introspective and melancholic mood. The instrumentation typically blends electronic synthesizers and drum machines with traditional post-punk elements like atmospheric electric guitars and prominent, often baritone, vocals. Rhythmically, the genre oscillates between steady, driving pulses and more experimental, ethereal patterns, maintaining a moderate tempo that supports its gloomy aesthetic. Semantically, dark wave serves as a critical bridge between the raw energy of gothic rock and the polished textures of synth-pop, eventually influencing the development of industrial and ethereal wave subcultures.
Also known as: Darkwave
Dark Wave events in Los Angeles this month - FAQ
- What Dark Wave events are in Los Angeles this month?
- Mood tracks all Dark Wave events in Los Angeles this month - club nights, concerts, DJ sets, and live shows. The calendar is updated daily as new events are announced. Each listing includes the full lineup, venue address, ticket prices, and a direct purchase link. Browse the complete monthly schedule above to plan ahead and book before events sell out.
- Where can I find Dark Wave in Los Angeles this month?
- Dark wave is a musical genre that emerged in the late 1970s and early 1980s as a somber evolution of post-punk and new wave, characterized by its introspective and melancholic mood. Find every Dark Wave venue and event in Los Angeles this month above - with lineups, door times, and tickets.
- What is Dark Wave music?
- Dark wave is a musical genre that emerged in the late 1970s and early 1980s as a somber evolution of post-punk and new wave, characterized by its introspective and melancholic mood. The instrumentation typically blends electronic synthesizers and drum machines with traditional post-punk elements like atmospheric electric guitars and prominent, often baritone, vocals. Rhythmically, the genre oscillates between steady, driving pulses and more experimental, ethereal patterns, maintaining a moderate…
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