At first glance, the pairing of Great Northern and Dears seems like an unlikely duo to grace the same stage. Still, there they were on May 23, each taking their turn trying to wow the Echoplex crowd who learned, after a sometimes amazing, but more often average show, that the bands' similarities far outweigh their differences. more ›

Tonight Long Beach-based funk troubadours War will be headlining the Greek Theatre. NY's own electroclash duo Fischerspooner are poised to grace the Avalon. And, lastly, Montreal-based indie rockers the Dears will be sharing the stage at the Echoplex with hometown heroes Great Northern and Eulogies (LAist Interview, Review, #2, #3). But we strongly suggest heading over to Spaceland to experience Ann Arbor's crown jewel, a relatively diminutive post-afrobeat outfit by the name of Nomo (LAist Review, #2). Swedish indie pop act Those Dancing Days are slated to kick things off. more ›

Our pals over at Austinist have been doing a bang-up job of Internet sleuthing, Googling, and MySpacing to confirm over 500 bands that will play SXSW even though the Austin music festival refuses to cooperate. After taking last week off because we were sure SXSW would release their master plan, we now return as there seems to be no end in sight to the band list embargo. Many indie labels and some marquee acts... more ›

Cherry Poppin’ Daddies @ The Knitting Factory more ›

We have many fond memories from Coachellas past, but right now we're totally jealous of that Lollapalooza lineup. Sunday tickets are sold out. You'll either have to buy a two-day pass or take your chances in the secondary market. more ›

TUESDAY more ›

• KCRW presents a free Amoeba Music in-store performance by The Dears at 6 PM. more ›

Meanwhile, KXLU presents Karate, Roots of Orchis, and Ahmaste at Spaceland. Doors open at 9:00 PM. more ›