Stage Buzz: Hozier, Wicker Park Fest, The Warning, L.A. Guns
The Warning
Anyone who claims rock is dead hasn’t heard the fury and fire of rock trio The Warning. Featuring sisters Daniela, Paulina, and Alejandra Velez, the outfit knows how to rock out with their blazing riffs, heavy-hitting attitude, and all-out sonic assault. Their high-energy sound makes rock feel exciting and dangerous, as it should be. Check out the trio when they perform at The Riviera Theatre on Tuesday, July 22nd, with Speed of Light. Tickets are available here.
Ever since the release of his breakthrough single “Take Me to Church,” singer/songwriter Hozier has been on an upward trajectory. His recent album, Unreal Unearth, garnered widespread critical acclaim and praise, solidifying his buzzworthy status. The singer will treat fans to his soulful, crooning vocals when he performs a two-night stint at Tinley Park’s Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre on July 24th and 25th. Grab tickets while you can here.
Looking to pre-game before Lollapalooza goes down in a few weeks? Check out Wicker Park Fest for three days of music, great food, unique art installations, and dance parties. As always, the band lineup is stacked, featuring MSPAINT, Hotline TNT, Letters to Cleo, Glare, Evening Elephants, Motherfolk, Liquid Mike, Deep Sea Diver, Le Bump, and more. The party takes place from Friday, July 25th, to Sunday, July 27th. $10 donation suggested. Get all the details here.
One of the pioneers of the California metal movement on the Sunset Strip in the 1980s, L.A. Guns, arrives at Arcada Theatre this Friday, July 25. Touring in support of their latest album, Leopard Skin, despite line-up changes, they’re still going strong, powered by their storied co-founder Tracii Guns. Expect to hear classic tracks (“Ballad of Jayne” and “Sex Action”) plus some of their best (“Taste It”) from the new album. Poison’s Rikki Rocket (with Rocket Mafia) opens.
-Ashley Perez – Hollingsworth
Category: Stage Buzz
