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Daily Email - Thursday - 8/27/2026
Stoked to share that early bird tickets are now on sale for the second edition of my monthly warehouse party CATEGORY on Friday, 9/18 in the DTLA Arts District! Over 500 people came to the last one – here’s the vibe 😉
With a “Rouge” theme and Kim Anh, Masha Mar, and Soul Purpose b2b Flabbergast spinning disco, house, & techno all night long, the dance floor’s going to be a crimson fever dream, plus an editorial photoshoot, tacos, jewelry vendors, art, and more fun surprises.
Of course, I’ve got some more giveaway tickets up for grabs! Can’t wait to meet more of you DoLA-ers out there IRL!
Speaking of giveaways…
You’ve heard My Hero Academia’s soundtrack behind approximately one billion heroic speeches. Now hear it live, with a full rock band and scenes from the anime taking over The Wiltern on Wednesday, 9/16. Enter to win a pair of tickets!*
JUST ANNOUNCED
Thievery Corporation seamlessly blend downtempo, trip-hop, dub, bossa nova, reggae, soul, jazz, Middle Eastern, and Indian influences into their sets. Win tickets to hear it live at YouTube Theater on Friday, 9/11!*
Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country, The Record Company, Samantha Fish and Tab Benoit bring serious guitar mileage to Telluride Blues & Brews 9/18-20 in Colorado. Enter to win two VIP tickets, a hotel stay, and transportation from Montrose airport!*
Jackalope Arts and Playhouse Village are teaming up for the 18th annual Pasadena ArtWALK the weekend of 9/19-20! Shop 180+ artisanal vendors, from fashion to photography, art, decor, and more. Win a $25 gift card!*
Electronic music icon Moby is taking over Brookside Park for one massive night with Underworld, Fcukers, Nia Archives, and DJ Holographic on Saturday, 11/7. Use presale code “BROOKSIDE” or enter to win a pair of tix on us!*
Plus fresh announcements from Charli xcx, The Used, Eros Ramazzotti, and more!
VIBE CHECK: JUST LIKE HEAVEN
The Strokes, credit Vivian Hamilton
Searing Southern California sun, sprawling green lawns, towering San Gabriel Mountains, and vintage-clad indie sleaze enthusiasts convened at the Rose Bowl’s Brookside golf course in Pasadena last Saturday for another nostalgic edition of Just Like Heaven.
This perfectly curated 2000’s indie fever dream festival hosted some great performances by The Strokes, LCD Soundsystem, TV Girl, Dayglow, Chromeo, The Rapture, Feist, Twin Peaks, EKKSTACY, George Clanton, and many more. Didn't get to grace the festival with your presence? Read along and get some major FOMO.
DOLA PRESENTS:
LABOR DAY WEEKEND IN LOS ANGELES
Labor Day Weekend is basically summer’s three-day going-away party, and LA isn’t letting it leave quietly.
We rounded up the best ways to spend it, from free block parties and night markets to pool parties, outdoor movies, live music, baseball, and plenty of reasons to ignore Tuesday for as long as possible.
THIS WEEKEND
 Alison Krauss & Union Station via Spotify | FRI 8/28 + SAT 8/29 - DAVID BYRNE at The Hollywood Bowl SAT 8/29 - ALISON KRAUSS & UNION STATION at Pacific Amphitheatre (WIN TIX!) SAT 8/29 - COURTNEY BARNETT at Hollywood Palladium SAT 8/29 - LA LUZ at The Venice West SAT 8/29 + SUN 8/30 - BLACK LIPS at Teragram Ballroom / Garden AMP |
LOCALS ONLY
The Norton Simon Museum's beloved Friday evening music series returns tomorrow, 8/28. Relax on the grass with a blanket, grab food and drinks, or pick up complimentary drawing supplies if you’re feeling artsy.
Relive the Sunset Strip's rock 'n' roll glory days this Saturday, 8/29 at the Spinning Sunset vinyl and music memorabilia market. Browse over 80 booths from local record stores and vintage vendors, groove to live vinyl DJ sets, a vintage car show, food trucks, a beer garden, and more. Free with RSVP!
WIN STUFF
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That little summer rain shower this afternoon was so cute!
