I don't know much about LA and I was somewhat worried if The Echo would be located in a good part…read moreof town. To my pleasant surprise, The Echo was located in an area that felt like a small town. It was bustling with concert goers who seem to be conscious of everyone's happiness and safety. The feeling of community was strong. The venue was small but comfortable. The staff were helpful. Venue doesn't have a full bar so don't expect to order specialty cocktails. Paid $500+ for this particular concert.

Decent venue for live music in an intimate setting. Service was ok but limited drink options if you…read moredon't drink alcohol or soda. A cup of Coke with a ton of ice was almost $15 with tip but I guess that's normal at these kinds of venues now.. Didn't have issues with metered parking outside but it was a weekday night.

I came here with the one, the only Dave Benitez last week on Andi's birthday to see Skating Polly…read more Much to my surprise after I had bought tickets, SP wasn't the headlining act. No, that would be Girl in a Coma. Bell Systems was the first act up. It's a nice, dungeony-feeling music space with plenty of room to spread out and enjoy your drinks or your conversation or the music from afar, if you so choose. It also feels like a deathtrap in a fire, but I chose not to continue to think of that when I had thought of that. The sound is very good for how much of an afterthought the stage looks like. I didn't order any drinks, but they have cool names to go along with their high prices. This was going to be a four-star review, but the physical location of Echoplex is confusing and ridiculous. It's tied to The Echo, with which it supposedly shares a building, but you can't get to Echoplex from The Echo or vice versa. Why is that important? Because while both parts of the building are at street level, they're on different streets. The Echo is on the top of the building, which is on Sunset Boulevard, but Echoplex is on Glendale Boulevard. But you can't just walk around the corner from one to the other. No, Glendale Boulevard passes under Sunset Boulevard, so in order to walk from the entrance of The Echo to Echoplex, you must walk west on Sunset, turn left on Park Avenue, then turn left, cross Glendale, and continue walking north until you reach Echoplex. It's literally a quarter-mile walk from the top floor of the building to the bottom floor, and because of the street layout, you're much more likely to be parked near The Echo than Echoplex. For you history buffs, it's really close to the Angelus Temple and Echo Park Lake. Bell Systems was OK. Skating Polly was awesome, although I wish they had played more than ten songs. We left before Girl in a Coma performed.

Friday night's show of Rainbow Kitten Surprise at the Echoplex reminded me why I love live music…read more The venue itself has that classic underground L.A. vibe--dark, intimate, and gritty in the best way. The sound filled the room perfectly, heavy on the bass but still clear enough to catch every lyric and detail from the stage. I just loved it so much! The energy was insane the moment the lights went down. Being that close to the artist felt almost unreal--there's no bad view in the place, and it really feels like you're part of the performance instead of just watching it. The crowd was hyped, responsive, and you could tell everyone was there for the music, not just the scene. I would definitely go back. Parking is very tricky. I lucked out and paid nothing at 9pm in a lot FREE after 9p up to 14 hrs

This lounge was a pleasant surprise. The bartender was made very good drinks. The DJ playing Friday…read morenight was great as well.

trash bar kicked us out after i spilled a drink and instantly told them about it, one of the trashy…read morewaiters said we were to drunk because we talked to loud drinks were pretty mid anyways hope they hire better people one day to elevate the experience

Bookers of great shows, two bars and an outdoor area for sneaky cigs. (Gen Z be smoking, Gen X be…read morebumming (oh you're smoking American Spirits? Nevermind)) The stage is like 1.5 feet tall so don't expect to actually "see" the band, unless it's Les Savy Fav (they'll come to you). One time a guy shushed me and my punch happy friend for exchanging LIGHT conversation in the very back of the venue near where the bartender was taking drink orders. I appreciate that level of anger and snobbish entitlement. Real recognize real.

This was our final stop of the night, and honestly, it ended things on a high note. The place was…read morebuzzing, but not in an overwhelming way,just the right amount of energy to keep things fun without feeling packed. The outdoor space is huge, and it makes the whole vibe feel really open and relaxed, perfect for kicking back or chatting it up with friends. Inside, the drinks were solid. Priced well for LA, and they didn't skimp on the pours. Nothing overly fancy, but they get the job done and taste good. What I liked most was how casual and easygoing it felt. No attitude, no stress, just a good spot to hang late into the night. If you're looking for a bar where you can still have a conversation but also feel like something's happening around you, this is it. Would definitely go back. 10/10 for the vibes alone.

I had the most fun last night!! This venue has a big open space where you can see people play ping…read morepong and pool and nights past 9PM amazing bands and artists come to play jazz!! The drinks are tastefully mix and you feel right at home. I was expecting my pretzel bites to be stale as most bars with food aren't that great but they were soft and salted. They consistently check your tables to check on you and remove finished drinks and empty dishes. PARKING was soooo easy to find. Right beside it there's a parking garage and the charge was $10 for a Friday night. I love this place and I can't wait to go again

I came here with a friend around 11:30pm on a Saturday night. We came looking to play billiards,…read moreand boy did we have fun!! We got on the waitlist for billiards and were able to start playing immediately. It was $20 for one hour and we played for two hours. The drinks were wonderful, my friend and I shared a purple ube cocktail and a fresh lemony gin cocktail. I can't remember what they were called but they were so tasty that we ordered a second round. The live music also made everything so special. The performers were absolutely incredible. It was a little bit crowded in there, which would be fine if people didn't keep crowding standing around where they shouldn't be. Last call for drinks was 1:30am, and I think last call for food was 12:30am. At 1:30 we were told to move away from the games area and go upstairs. Everythung was great until I heard a bartender say that me and my friend were overstaying our welcome ... it was barely 1:45 and we were finishing our drinks. That was rude... After that we were told we still had 5mins. I guess we'll leave early next time. It was just rude to see bartenders point at us and loudly say we weren't welcome ...

First timer at this venue. Concerts are usually a toss up…read more But Oscar at the Bellwether is top-tier and he provided elite customer service in real life. Went above and beyond and made the whole experience effortless. Absolute pro. Bellwether's lucky to have him. People like him make concerts an enjoyable experience.

This review is for Camille's at The Bellwether. I went for Wednesday Rock Nite that they were…read morehosting, and although had a good time, I was not impressed with the way the venue is run. First off, the parking situation is a nightmare so you better be down to uber if you want any prayer of getting there otherwise you'll be circling the block for 30+ minutes trying to find a spot. Second, the beer was way over priced. You're looking at $17 + tip for a decent sized beer, or paying $11 for a cheap can. That's like Coachella pricing, absolute robbery. Third and probably the biggest turn off, was that the second the last band played their last note, the bar immediately closed and started kicking people out. No final call, no grace period to hang out, just gtfo. Zero hospitality. Overall, I liked the space itself, especially the upstairs lounge / balcony area, but the cons just far outweigh the pros with this place. Logistically terrible location and zero hospitality to speak of paired with overly expensive drinks and not particularly friendly staff did not make me want to come back here. There are far better venues in LA.

Another fun night...a lively crowd with Western Standard Time Ska!…read more If you haven't been here for a show, look at their calendar. I wasn't looking forward to this because I was exhausted,, but hubby bought tickets and it was a great and lively evening listening to Western Standard Time Ska. Their front act was a great start. My apologies to them - I don't recall their name, but will revise this post when I find out. I love the water jug and cups readily available. Go, go, go!

For my 1st review of 2026, I choose the legendary venue The Lodge Room because it has hosted…read moreeverything from kick ass concerts, to wrestling, and comedy shows that featured everyone from DEFY Wrestling to POPPY and Dave Chappelle through the years of its continuing lifespan. Now, this area is pretty cool all around because they have random stores, bars, grocery stores and restaurants nearby. Parking can be a bitch, but that's life telling you to get to your event a little early. After 9pm, I believe it's FREE. When I saw POPPY perform here years ago right after COVID, it was my first concert here and this place is dope because you're literally so damn close to the artist(s) you watch because the stage isn't too high. The acoustics, bass and all around sound here is NICE for a small, intimate venue. ALL of the workers I've met/interacted with were all so damn nice and helpful as much as they can. This place also has a nice restaurant inside from what I've seen and NEED to check out in the future. I was blessed to even hang out at their Green Room for a gig and it's just so damn cool to know that Dave Chappelle and others have been inside the same room before and after shows!

Great spot when you're looking to experience live music however drinks are pricey and parking is a…read morehuge pain to find and the area is not that great.

Went for a New Year's Eve party. Tickets were around $35 per person. Over all it was a good vibe…read more They had 2 rooms for dancing and a lot of fun was had. Seemed to be all ages from 21, to an older crowd 55+, which was nice to see all ages come together and have fun. The drinks are very WEAK. And for the price you'd expect more. With that being said, probably best to pre game if you plan to drink or stick to the canned beverages they can't water down. Also parking sucks! Come early to try and get a street spot or uber if you can.

The gallery is filled with bright and colorful works of art made by local artists. I visited the…read moregallery during the Echo Park Rising event and it was so magical. Upon walking in the store front displays some of the highlighted art work and you can see right in. It's a large space and the art work is moderately priced. At the back of the gallery there is an upper level outdoor terrace with a stage set up and plenty of seating around for artists to come perform. What I love about the back is the giant tree and all the ambiance. This is one of the nicest art galleries I've visited in Los Angeles. You can feel a lot of positive energy and tell that the owner who runs the show is a true art veteran.

I went to an opening here last night (Under the Sun) and had a great time! A band performed inside…read morethe small gallery while another band was setting up outside. The outside space is an amazing grassy retreat with a stage, tables and chairs, and a big ol' tree. The crowd was a mix of once rock stars, "hippies" ("burnouts" may be a more accurate descriptor, I suppose, and I'm only referring to their aesthetics and the fact that they were wielding bottles of booze and celebrating the arrival of each of their friends), hipsters, artists and locals. The people/environment was friendly, and it looked like everyone was having a good time checking out the art, drinking wine and beer, smoking cigarettes, listening to music and talking to each other. As far as the art, there was a mix of collage, sketches, and paintings starting at $40, but most above $100 (and way above $100). The space was cleverly curated and there was an easy flow from artist to artist. There's parking in the Barragan's lot (next door) for $5 or street parking. More info on the Under the Sun show I saw: fine art by Louie Metz, Victor Balogh, Jason Krause, Doug Cox, LC Croskey, PJ Risse and Rob Malone. with performance's by Clowns & Fetuses's and Tramp for the Lord

For my own personal best record of 30 reviews in 10 DAYS since the beginning of the year…read more.. I choose The Teragram Ballroom! This really cool intimate venue has been around for a while as the spot where old and new bands from Band of Skulls, Unwritten Law, NIIS, SCOWL, Joker's Hand and Destroy Boys (right before they got bigger, opening for Blink 182 on tour!) have all played at. The sounds, acoustics and everything are all dynamically set up by their amazing crew of technicians and staff. Custodians are on their toes keeping things clean around here as well. Security around here are very fair. They don't trip about moshers and stage divers as long as they keep things peaceful and fun! Huge plus! Parking can be a toss up, but that's normal and the price around here isn't bad. Lines usually wrap around the building and into the residential area nearby with peoples' houses. It's pretty damn funny, IMO. I was able to see NIIS, Scowl , Destroy Boys and other awesome bands here . Super chill, fun venue! Can't wait to hit up more concerts at this place, because it's one of my favorite small/intimate concert venues around here!

Great little venue in ktown. It's a small intimate theater…read more One thing I'm not a fan of here is because there isn't a slope, or a true GA pit.. the entire GA is one level so it's super hard to see from the back. I wish it had like a level up step for the back area people. Sound quality was fine here but being ear plugs for sure. Parking is street or there is a lot across which I think charges way too much - 30 bucks for the evening in this area is high way robbery. That's what you pay down by the crypto center and there is way more to do down there. But that's not the venues fault of course.