Los Angeles
Eric Prydz Drops ID-Filled Factory 93 DJ Set in LA: Watch the Full Performance
Eric Prydz recently descended on the City of Angels to throw down a special DJ set in collaboration with Factory 93, known for their iconic warehouse parties. And thanks to a gallant attendee who was able to capture the full show, fans who missed out can now watch the performance in 4K resolution on YouTube. True to form, Prydz seamlessly oscillated between his aliases, mixing music by Pryda, Cirez D, and Tonja Holma with the gusto of a seasoned vet. He also played out a ton of IDs. He kicked off the concert with a track tentatively titled “WOWOW,” a prized cut that has appeared in his live sets since as early as 2010, before playing out a number of other unreleased songs that fans have long clamored for. These include “Belgrade Expo ID2” an...
Los Angeles County Announces Outdoor Mask Mandate for Large Events
With cases of the COVID-19 Delta variant on the rise, health and government officials in Los Angeles County have announced new safety measures in the city. Their latest mandate will require all people, regardless of vaccination status, to wear face coverings when attending “Outdoor Mega-Events,” defined as having a crowd size of 10,000 or more. The mandate, which covers music festivals, sporting events, parades and more, officially goes into effect today, August 19th at 11:59PM. It also stacks on top of an existing county-wide order instated in July that requires people to wear masks in public indoor spaces. “COVID-19 infection remains a significant health hazard to all residents,” the order states. “We must remain vigilant against variant...
Madeon Urges Unvaccinated Ticket-Holders to Skip LA Show: “Just Don’t Come”
Ahead of his intimate performance at LA’s historic Roxy Theatre, Madeon took to social media to send a simple message to unvaccinated ticket-holders: just sit this one out. “Please don’t come to my show Wednesday if you’re not vaccinated yet,” Madeon tweeted yesterday, July 31st. “Not looking to debate here, just don’t come. Please, i’m asking you nicely. Thanks for your comprehension.” The Grammy-nominated electronic music artist recently announced the rare surprise show, which he said was planned for his “most enthusiastic supporters.” It’s a full circle moment for Madeon, whose first-ever live performance took place at The Roxy back in April 2012, when he was 18 years old. “If you’re not vaccinated for whatever reason ...
Madeon Announces Rare Surprise Performance in Los Angeles
Few artists in the electronic music scene have a connection with their fans quite like Madeon. The Grammy-nominated Good Faith producer has always put his fanbase first, publicly sharing his gratitude for their undying support whenever he has the chance. It’s one of the reasons he’s solidified himself one of the dance music community’s most beloved artists over the course of the last decade. His latest gesture comes in the form of a surprise concert in Los Angeles, where he will perform an intimate DJ set for his “most enthusiastic supporters” at the Roxy Theatre—the location of his first-ever show in the City of Angels. Check out the clip below to turn back the clock to 2012, when Madeon threw down at the iconic venue. Recommended Article...
Watch Kaskade’s Historic Performance at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles
Following Kaskade‘s historic performance at LA’s SoFi Stadium—the first-ever concert at the arena—a YouTuber has captured the dazzling experience in full. Pulling out all the stops for his mammoth performance, Kaskade brought the heat with selections that spanned his entire discography, such as his seminal song “Room For Happiness” with Skylar Grey. He also dropped a bevy of edits and mashups, like when he blended his classic “Stars Align” with HI-LO, Oliver Heldens, and Will Clarke’s house banger “Check.” Kaskade also brought out deadmau5 for an instantaneously timeless moment, wherein the longtime friends played their iconic collab “I Remember” toward the end of the unforgettable two-hour performance. As the...
Alesso Hits LA for “Together Again” Takeover With Noizu, Deorro, More
Swedish dance music icon Alesso is set to headline two major shows in Los Angeles this weekend along with special guests for a special takeover called “Together Again.” These major performances arrive shortly after the release of his latest EP PROGRESSO VOL 2, which saw him eschew his euphoric progressive house sound for more club-oriented flavors. “Together Again” will take place at Skylight Row in Downtown LA on July 23rd and 24th. Check out the flyers for both shows below. Flyer for Alesso’s July 23rd show in Los Angeles with Deorro, BlackGummy and more. Recommended Articles Flyer for Alesso’s July 24th show in Los Angeles with Noizu, Anabel Englund and more. The Swedish DJ has tapped a stable of solid talent for both nights. ...
ZHU Announces 2021 Headlining Gigs in New York and Los Angeles
In celebration of his third album DREAMLAND 2021, ZHU has announced a new run of headlining gigs. Fresh off an icy six-night run at Colorado’s Red Rocks Amphitheatre, he’s now set to take his album coast-to-coast for four massive performances at some of the most renowned concert venues in the nation. With French house producer Shiba San in tow, ZHU will touch down in Los Angeles for twin concerts at the fabled Greek Theatre on October 10th and 11th before heading East for two shows at Brooklyn’s Avant Gardner on November 24th and 26th, respectively. Flyer for ZHU’s 2021 headlining gigs at Brooklyn Mirage in New York and the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles. Recommended Articles In late April ZHU stunned with his DREAMLAND 2021 album, a scintillating 12-tr...
New Mask Mandate Could Severely Impact Los Angeles Nightlife
A surging new wave of COVID-19 infections has led LA County officials to announce the reinstatement of their mask mandate policy. Effective 11:59PM, July 17th, the regulation requires everyone to once again wear a mask while indoors regardless of their vaccination status. The circumstances could prove damaging to a nightlife industry that has borne substantial economic hardship over the last year. Many of the city’s clubs and venues, such as the historic Troubador, were at risk of permanent closure following the onset of COVID-19. Fox 11 Los Angeles reports business owners expressed frustration over the potential of losing business to establishments in surrounding counties where no such mandate is currently in effect. However, that might soon change after Long Beach County subse...
Mysterious RÜFÜS DU SOL Posters Are Popping Up in Los Angeles and Sydney
What is going on with RÜFÜS DU SOL? Mysterious posters depicting the Grammy-nominated trio have popped up around random areas of Los Angeles this week. The adverts are cryptic in nature, only featuring the group’s website and the word “Alive.” Mysterious posters depicting RÜFÜS DU SOL have popped up in Los Angeles. EDM.com It seems new music is on the horizon. A visit to the band’s website leads visitors to a landing page that offers two options: “Sound On” and “Sound Off.” Opting to enable sound triggers a clip of an unreleased song and lyrics that flash across the screen: “I’m coming back again / I wanna make it right.” Once the ephemeral lyrics fade after a few seconds, an invitation to sign up for RÜFÜS DU...
Mexico coach: Victory vs Nigeria good test ahead Concacaf Gold Cup
Gerardo Martino, Technical Director of the Mexican national team, has described the win against the home-based Eagles as a good test for his side ahead of this year’s Concacaf Gold Cup. A brace from Atletico Madrid midfielder Hector Herrera and a goal each from Jonathan Dos Santos, former Barcelona forward and Rogelio Funes Mori, earned Mexico a comfortable 4-0 win in Los Angeles, USA, in the early hours of Sunday. Speaking at a virtual press conference, the former Barcelona coach said: “It always gives peace of mind, especially since we are on the eve of a very important tournament for us. “Recovering feelings of the game and scoring goals, gives a greater margin of tranquility, this is a friendly match, it has been a good test and a good way to introduce ourselves into what is to come.” ...
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Robbed At Gunpoint In Los Angeles: Report
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Alex Menendez / Getty Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, a member of the Los Angles Lakers basketball team, was robbed at gunpoint earlier this month according to a new report. The LAPD is currently investigating the incident, which took place in the driveway of Caldwell-Pope’s home. TMZ Sports reports that Caldwell-Pope, 28, was robbed in the early morning hours on June 17 while talking with friends in his driveway. The outlet’s sources say that a car drove up to Caldwell-Pope and his friends where three men hopped out with guns drawn demanding their goods. In all, the bandits made off with a Rolex, jewelry, and an iPhone, totaling around $150,000. KCP was not reported injured, but it isn’t known if anyone in his camp was physically harmed. The LAPD is currently ...
Virtual Riot Announces LA Headlining Show With Curated Live Production
LA is about to get a serious dose of Virtual Riot. The dubstep virtuoso has announced a major headlining gig at the famed Hollywood Palladium, where he will throw down on September 10th. Fans will be thrilled to hear that the performance—promoted by Bassrush and Insomniac—will feature Virtual Riot’s own curated live production, which should be nothing short of breathtaking considering his renown in the electronic music space. Virtual Riot’s last show at the Palladium took place in December 2019, when he headlined a sold-out takeover by his longtime label, Disciple Recordings. A number of his bass music contemporaries also performed, including Barely Alive, PhaseOne, and Modestep, among others. He shared the news in a triumphant Instagram post, writing, “I couldn’t be...
