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Tuesday, December 4, 2007
 

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Los Angeles locals Autolux at Little Radio

  The resurrection of L.A. underground

Underground music once defined Los Angeles. From The Doors debuting at the Roxy to X tearing up the Whiskey, L.A. counterculture fed the ears of hippies and punk rockers alike. In the 1990s, however, the pendulum shifted to Seattle, where Nirvana and Pearl Jam became the underground heroes of the day. Now Los Angeles is reclaiming its place in DIY history, filling small clubs and empty warehouses with unsigned artists and local bands. Your ears will never be the same.


  sub1_blurb75 Five venues you've never heard about

With so many new bands and small venues popping up throughout Los Angeles, keeping track of the local music scene can be overwhelming. But if you don’t have time to check out every warehouse on the Eastside, follow this guide to Scene and Heard’s top four favorite DIY venues. All ages, BYOB, smoking inside- remember what rock n’ roll used to be about?
sub1_blurb75 Dance parties invade L.A.

Tired of live music? L.A.’s underground is oozing dance parties for hipsters of all types. From Smiths night in Echo Park to indie in Chinatown, these DJs get the party started no matter what day of the week. Just remember to bring your black eyeliner and tight jeans and try not to smile too much- scenester photogs might be lurking in the shadows.
     
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