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Daily Email - Wednesday - 5/21/2025

May 21, 2025

Lose yourself in the hypnotic beats of Australian electronic maestros Rüfüs Du Sol at the Rose Bowl this August as their Inhale / Exhale Tour stops through Pasadena. Take a deep breath and enter our giveaway to win your way in!

JUST ANNOUNCED

  • The Ford’s 2025 season calendar has finally been released! See Jazz Is Dead: Ebo Taylor & Pat Thomas, Punk Kids LA!, The Wind Rises and so many more. Buy tickets to at least 3 events to unlock a discount!*

  • Compared to the likes of Santigold, Sublime, and Red Hot Chili Peppers, LA-based surf rock trio Bikini Trill are playing The Constellation Room this September. Tickets are only $27!

  • Brooklyn’s dream-pop darlings Beach Fossils booked a night at 1720 this September, serving up jangly guitars, lo-fi nostalgia, and the kind of hazy indie anthems that make you want to text your ex at 2AM.

  • Dark, brooding alt-R&B meets indie rock, straight from Canada’s most mysterious crooner Allan Rayman at The Echoplex this September. Tickets are around $30!

  • Plus fresh announcements from Wolf Alice, Lorna Shore, and more!

WIN STUFF WEDNESDAY

Photo: The Black Keys, Burak Cingi / Redferns

It’s Wednesday, you know the drill! Time to WIN! Smash those links, ‘cuz we know you wanna snag these FREE tickets for you and a buddy!

Pro tip: Score MORE free tickets when you sign up for a 7-day DoMORE trial!

DWP X BOURBON & BEYOND PRESENT:

WIN VIP PASSES TO BOURBON & BEYOND!

Consider us your musical matchmakers. We're offering one very lucky winner a Bourbon & Beyond Flyaway, featuring Sturgill Simpson, Noah Kahan, Ringo Starr, Megan Moroney, and more in Louisville, KY this September. Premium passes, upscale accommodations, travel fare, and artist meet & greets! Check out the deets:

  • 2 x 4-Day MINT VIP passes to Bourbon & Beyond

  • VIP viewing area in front of both main stages

  • Shaded lounge with comfortable seating and live audio and video streams of the main stages

  • Outdoor patio areas offering shade, lounge seating, misting fans, and prime views of each main stage

  • Dedicated festival merch booth

  • Air-conditioned, flushable restrooms with toiletries for added comfort

  • Dedicated concierge team

  • Meet & Greet for 2 people with Gavin DeGraw (Friday of festival) AND Gin Blossoms (Sunday of festival)

  • 5-night hotel stay in Louisville

  • $600 flight credit

IN THE NEAR FUTURE

😂 Wayne Brady's WHAT IF?

Tonight @ The Laugh Factory (7:30PM)

What if you had plans tonight? It’s your lucky day. Wayne Brady and Jonathan Mangum are unleashing their improv superbrains at Laugh Factory—no script, no net, just multiverse-level madness. Grab tickets and brace for chaos.

😘 Date Night Duo Deal

Every Thursday at Dave & Buster’s

Schedule some quality time with your SO at Dave & Buster’s! Get two Eat, Drink & Play Combos, which includes two $10 Power Cards, dessert, and a Date Night Challenge Card to dominate the arcade. Win a Date Night Duo Deal at your favorite location!*

🍿 Street Food Cinema Presents: 9 To 5

Saturday, May 24 at The Autry Museum (6PM) 

Get ready for big hair, big dreams, and even bigger tunes — don’t miss the rhinestone magic! Catch a special screening of 9 To 5 under the stars, featuring a Dolly Parton tribute show by Love Dolly! Win a pair of tickets!*

🎶 Iann Dior

Friday, May 30 at The Regent Theater (8PM)

He’s “On to Better Things” - catch Puerto Rico-born, Texas-raised pop-rap heartbreaker Iann Dior in DTLA this weekend. Last chance to win tickets!*

🛴 Let’s Go Glendale!

Saturday, May 31 in Glendale (10AM-4PM)

Walk, roll, shop, and stroll at Let's Go Glendale! Transform your Saturday into a car-free adventure and explore South Glendale Ave. on foot, bike, or scooter; enjoy live music; discover local businesses; and connect with the community — all for FREE!*

LOCALS ONLY

WIN (MORE) STUFF

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