Synthpop Events in Los Angeles
Synthpop emerged in the late 1970s and peaked during the 1980s as a subset of new wave, characterized by the replacement of traditional rock instruments with synthesizers and drum machines. Find upcoming Synthpop events in Los Angeles below.
Los Angeles
Upcoming Synthpop Events · Los Angeles
Blood Orange
Wed, 9 Sep @ 8:00 PM
Cold Cave performing CREMATIONS with Rosa Anschutz
Thu, 10 Sep @ 8:00 PM
Bleachers Forever
Thu, 10 Sep @ 9:00 PM
Cold Cave performing CREMATIONS
Fri, 11 Sep @ 8:00 PM
Cold Cave: Cremations Ritual Performances
Fri, 11 Sep @ 9:00 PM
The Midnight: Time Machines
Sat, 19 Sep @ 7:00 PM
Midnite City: Indie Disco
Sat, 19 Sep @ 9:30 PM
Slow Magic
Wed, 23 Sep @ 6:00 PM
Robyn: The Sexistential Tour
Thu, 24 Sep @ 8:00 PM
Julien-K & Nite
Fri, 25 Sep @ 7:00 PM
Julien-K & Nite
Fri, 25 Sep @ 7:00 PM
Kulture Klub - The '80s Dance Party
Fri, 25 Sep @ 10:00 PM
Missing Persons
Sat, 26 Sep @ 8:00 PM
Tokyo Tea Room - Feel Forever Tour
Thu, 1 Oct @ 8:00 PM
Marlon Magnée (of La Femme)
Fri, 2 Oct @ 8:00 PM
Eraserhead Xiu Xiu
Fri, 2 Oct @ 8:00 PM
Eraserhead Xiu Xiu
Sat, 3 Oct @ 8:00 PM
Julien K NITE Vanta After Dark Astrodice Karma Hitlist Drugforjoy
Fri, 9 Oct @ 6:00 PM
ZOLITA - THE HELLS BELLES TOUR
Wed, 14 Oct @ 7:00 PM
Night Tapes
Thu, 15 Oct @ 9:00 PM
LP - All Is Not Lost Tour
Thu, 15 Oct @ 7:00 PM
Lewis OfMan
Fri, 16 Oct @ 8:00 PM
The Reflexx - 80's New Wave Party!
Sat, 17 Oct @ 8:00 PM
Foster The People
Fri, 23 Oct @ 7:30 PMSound profile
An electronic, vocal-driven sound.
About Synthpop
Synthpop emerged in the late 1970s and peaked during the 1980s as a subset of new wave, characterized by the replacement of traditional rock instruments with synthesizers and drum machines. Often rooted in the experimentalism of Krautrock and the danceability of disco, the genre features precise four-on-the-floor rhythms, sequenced basslines, and polished, radio-friendly production. While early iterations frequently conveyed a detached or futuristic mood, the style eventually embraced pop sensibilities, blending melancholic lyrics with upbeat, melodic arrangements that define its enduring commercial appeal. This electronic evolution bridged the gap between avant-garde minimalism and mainstream success, establishing a template for modern electropop and contemporary dance music through its focus on digital textures and catchy hooks.
Also known as: Synth-pop, Technopop
Synthpop events in Los Angeles - FAQ
- What is Synthpop music?
- Synthpop emerged in the late 1970s and peaked during the 1980s as a subset of new wave, characterized by the replacement of traditional rock instruments with synthesizers and drum machines. Often rooted in the experimentalism of Krautrock and the danceability of disco, the genre features precise four-on-the-floor rhythms, sequenced basslines, and polished, radio-friendly production. While early iterations frequently conveyed a detached or futuristic mood, the style eventually embraced pop sensib…
- What Synthpop events are in Los Angeles?
- Mood tracks all upcoming Synthpop 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 Synthpop events or upcoming shows this week.
- What are the characteristics of Synthpop music?
- Synthpop music scores high on commerciality (90%), vocality (85%), danceability (75%), and lower on grit (15%), organicness (10%). These qualities shape the typical Synthpop sound at live events and club nights.
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