Slap on some thick eyeliner and break out the Creepers because seminal punk band The Damned is playing House of Blues Anaheim. Known as the fathers of the Goth genre, The Damned has been fundamental in the punk music scene since 1976. While the band’s members have transformed over time,... More >>

Classical music isn't exactly "hot" right now as most of the original artists are long-dead. But with the talent of the Los Angeles Phil Harmonic Orchestra and the leadership of conductor Gustavo Dudamel, the works of the world's most beloved composers are experiencing a resurgence in... More >>

Full of acoustic merriment and imagery of warm beaches and skin-baring outfits, The Neighbourhood's lovey-dovey ode to summer lovin' "Sweater Weather" has been getting major airplay these days. But don't mistake their sound to be all sweet and tender; the Los Angeles group's debut album I Love... More >>

Here's something we'd never thought we'd say: Limp Bizkit embarks on a world tour this month, supporting new material and stopping by Orange County for a performance. It's been a long, long time since their heyday, but Bizkit fans are happy to discover that the group's new single, "Ready to... More >>

Super-fly rap duo Pigeon John and Flynn Adam display an almost nerdy appreciation for pop culture and dance beats evident in their music. Hailing from Los Angeles and formerly part of L.A. Symphony, the two spread their time over various other side projects, however Rootbeer is their... More >>

The newest single from LA-based Peachy Keene "Slowly But Surely" features more of Christine Clement's breathy vocals along with their usual texture of indie/folk pop sunniness and peppy hand claps. Their 2011 EP release When We Collide relishes these mixture of genres as they, in turn, collide... More >>

Fleetwood Mac resonates with lovers of all music genres and transgresses generations. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees fill record crates, airwaves, and iPods, making them arguably one of the most recognizable bands of all time. Not only did they provide the world with blistering rock... More >>

Listening to Blank Tapes' 2013 release of Vacation right now feels truly relevant in the wake of recent warning signs for summer. Matt Adams, the Orange County native behind Blank Tapes, knows how to channel sun-drenched paradise into his songs, every once in a while adding in the fuzz guitar... More >>

Like parasites on a large whale, cover bands thrive in any city with bars. But with so many choices out there, it's hard to know which is worth risking alcohol poisoning and a DUI for. Take our word for it, the premier performer of cover jams is the self-proclaimed one-man legend Phil Shane.... More >>

Karaoke—that glorious bar sport where liquor actually improves your performance and even the most un-athletic types become champions with a well-timed high note. Nadine's Irish Mist in Sunset Beach offers the spotlight-hungry a chance to take center stage and revel in all those... More >>

Have you seen that cell-phone commercial in which the guy wants to rent a hotel room, but the clerk is all, “You don’t want that room. It’s a dead zone”? Well, the restaurant at the Prospector is sort of like that. Rumor has it the menu includes steaks, chicken and... More >>

Because you're never too old for a good ol' booze cruise on a 140-passenger boat: Secure that baby sitter and enjoy a live reggae band, plenty of food and a full bar as you view the waters of Long Beach. More >>

In a world of musicians carrying the rap/rock torch, DJ Souless leads the pack, expertly blending rock's angular sound elements with smooth turntable grooves. He is also a member of the rap/rock band Low Life Music, who perform a song about a girl from Fontana--classic. Souless spins regularly... More >>

The $2 Corona drink special is just an excuse for Tuesday nights to be the night to show up to this newly opened South County bar. The real attraction: those dueling piano. The dudes who play them take requests all night -- buy em a beer and they're more likely to play yours -- and they don't... More >>

Some party people get tired of overcrowded bars, pricy drinks, and DJs that don't deserve the drink tickets they're getting paid with (we swear, if we hear "Pumped Up Kicks" one more fucking time...), so it might be worth your sanity to check out iPod Sundays. The Pike Bar in Long Beach is... More >>

It's difficult, to say the least, to find those few musical souls with which to form your ultimate classic rock cover band. Or progressive, all-synthesizer math rock outfit. Whatever. Egos clash and schedules conflict—not to mention fights over the studio deposit. So screw all that and... More >>

Those in search of a cozy locals only atmosphere need look no further. Hell, come on down, even if you aren't. Just don't expect to get a discount on drinks. Board Night kicks things off with a friendly game of Pub Trivia and then livens up by showcasing local surf bands and videos throughout... More >>

Where the big girls and guys come to party with the people who love them! More >>

If you are tired of the same old music and non-rhythmic movement, then Monday nights may be a night for change. Come to the Shore Ultra Lounge where people will be coming together for some good, old-fashion, fancy foot-work and hip shaking to the salsa beat. Newcomers welcome. More >>

Calling all jazz aficionados, virtuosos and wannabes. Every Sunday at Steamer's, it's a free-for-all jam session for enthusiasts of all skill levels. Led by drummer Evan Stone and his trio, you are invited to join the veterans onstage. A particularly warm welcome has been extended to Cal State... More >>

Nothing like getting totally sauced on a fine Sunday afternoon with a couple hundred of the hottest boys in Long Beach. Starting at 3 p.m., Ripples pours the ever-flowing beer, provides tasty little tacos on the patio and pumps up the music. You're sure to make (several) friends. More >>

Let's all get drunk and sing! Every Sunday night, Detroit Bar, one of OC's most prominent venues for stylish, up-and-coming musical acts, frees its stage for less talented hacks to come up and belt it out. At Sunday Karaoke, the alcohol is flowing, the mic is open and MC extraordinaire Bobby... More >>

Just because this club specializes in grooves of the Samba, Soul and Hip-Hop variety doesn't mean it's incapable of putting on a stellar indie show every Monday night. This week, The Commonwealth will host, among other proprietors of the indie sound, Let's Drive to Alaska. This band features... More >>

Open-mic events always bring out the aspiring teenage folkies, workaday closet emo crooners and ill-conceived joke bands, but OC's best open mics—Gypsy Den's included—come with a cadre of older, more experienced, more awesome amateurs in addition to the twentysomethings. There's a... More >>

You know you want to and who's gonna stop you? There's no better day than a Monday night to belt away those weekday blues. Possible song choices: -Living on a Prayer -Here Comes the Sun -Major Tom -Bohemian Rhapsody Now, knock 'em dead. More >>