The five best Los Angeles concerts for the week of January 13, 2020
In the mood for some live music in Los Angeles this week? Fortunately, there’s something for all kinds of music lovers going down at every turn. We’ve handpicked five great shows taking place during from Monday, January 13 through Sunday, January 19. Tickets for these shows are on sale right now to the general public.
Tuesday, January 14
Erin Anne, Unconditional Lover @ The Satellite
Last June, singer-songwriter Erin Anne unveiled their debut album Tough Love. The release caught the attention of Carpark Records, who re-released the album on their label. For their label debut, Anne re-recorded the whole album with producer Alex Rogers to give it a stronger bite. Joining them on the show are Unconditional Lover (fka GalPals), who are celebrating the release of their new EP. Opening the show are post rock group Gypsum.
Wednesday, January 15
Scary Kids Scaring Kids, Secrets @ 1720
Scary Kids Scaring Kids will arrive to 1720 to celebrate the 15th anniversary of their debut album The City Sleeps In Flames. Former Saosin member Cove Reber will be on hand as their vocalist. Joining Scary Kids Scaring Kids on this show are Secrets, who are working on the follow up to their 2018 self-titled album, and Push Over, which features The Fall of Troy's Thomas Erak and former Dance Gavin Dance/A Lot Like Birds vocalist Kurt Travis.
Thursday, January 16
Crywolf, Emilie Brandt @ The Moroccan Lounge
Crywolf brings a special acoustic set inside The Moroccan Lounge. Last spring, the Los Angeles producer delivered their jaw-dropping studio album widow [OBLIVIØN Pt. I]. The second half of this project is expected to be released soon. Last week, Crywolf released their new single "beauty is not a need, she is an ecstasy," which features guest vocals from Charity. Emilie Brandt, who recently collaborated with Seven Lions and Jason Ross, will be the opening act.
Friday, Janaury 17
New York City post-punk trio Patio arrive to The Hi Hat to promote their debut album Essentials. The 10 track release was produced by Shehzaad Jiwani, who has worked with The Dirty Nil and The Beverleys. Joining Patio are Cheekface, who are also plugging their debut album Therapy Island, and First Ever Boys, who are dropping their new EP I Feel Like You’re Mad At Me this month.
Saturday, January 18
Brandon Coleman @ The Moroccan Lounge
Brandon Coleman, who is best known for their work with jazz musician Kamasi Washington, hits up The Moroccan Lounge to perform tunes from their latest studio album Resistance. Released on Brainfeeder, the 12 track album features guest appearances from Sheera, N’Dambi, Patrice Quinn, and Techdizzle.