From Billie Eilish to Metallica: 10 must-see concerts this holiday season

As a music enthusiast who has spent countless hours immersed in the rhythmic tapestry of various genres, I find myself utterly captivated by this impressive lineup of concerts and festivals taking place across Los Angeles in the coming months. The diversity of artists, from the iconic Billie Eilish to the up-and-coming Latin Mafia, promises an unparalleled musical journey that caters to a multitude of tastes.

Since the weather in Southern California during winter isn’t particularly harsh, our concert schedule ensures that our social life remains lively, filled with activities amidst the additional meals and family events planned for the upcoming days.

In the same generosity of spirit, we present an energetic yet plentiful selection of events for you to share with fellow music enthusiasts this festive season. We’ve carefully curated a diverse lineup that caters to various tastes – from hardcore metalheads to pop divas and avant-garde jazz lovers. Here’s our guide to ten unmissable concerts, taking place from just after Thanksgiving through New Year’s Eve 2025. Enjoy the music!

Dawn Richard collaborates with Spencer Zahn under the project name Zebulon, releasing “Quiet in a World Full of Noise” in December. Richard has earned the right to distance herself from Diddy news, as she’s an exceptional contemporary R&B artist. Her partnership with adventurous pianist and composer Zahn adds depth to her music. This latest collaboration is a heartfelt exploration of grief, deserving recognition like a bouquet of flowers. — August Brown (paraphrased)

Three days from now (Dec 4, 5 & 7), the innovative New York art-rock group TV on the Radio will perform at the El Rey Theatre. It’s been three years since their last performance in 2019, and this reunion marks twenty years after the release of their critically acclaimed album “Desperate Youth, Bloodthirsty Babes.

On December 6th, the KIIS-FM Jingle Ball will take place at Intuit Dome. This all-star holiday concert serves as a great opportunity for the performing artists to gain airplay on KIIS (and its parent company iHeartMedia) and for fans to get a taste of the latest hits in Top 40 music. Some acts you can expect include SZA with her unique R&B style, Benson Boone offering heartfelt ballads, Tate McRae delivering neo-Britney dance-pop, and Shaboozey with his post-hip-hop country tunes. Other performers include Meghan Trainor, Kane Brown, Madison Beer, T-Pain, NCT Dream, and the iconic Paris Hilton. Some things remain constant! — M.W. (paraphrased)

On December 13th, Metallica is performing at the YouTube Theater in Inglewood, a smaller venue compared to their usual stages. This isn’t just any performance; it’s part of their bi-annual Helping Hands benefit concert, aimed at combating hunger and promoting technical education. Jimmy Kimmel will host the event, with more acts to be announced later.

Billie Eilish is set to perform at the Kia Forum from December 15th to the 21st, making it her first tour without her brother and regular bandmate, Finneas, as a permanent member. Interestingly, all three of their albums have been nominated for Album of the Year at the Grammy Awards, making them unique in this achievement with their first three LPs. Finneas is expected to join Billie onstage during selected dates, but on December 21st, he will open for her instead.

On December 16-17, guitar virtuoso Jeff Parker, known for his time at the ETA jazz club in Highland Park, will be performing live again with his IVtet group, a talented ensemble of improvisers who are among the city’s best. Their latest work, “The Way Out of Easy,” is a collection of free-flowing jams that fans have been eagerly anticipating. – A.B. (Paraphrased)

Shakira is set to headline the third Besame Mucho festival at Dodger Stadium in December 2024, alongside Enrique Iglesias, Pitbull, Los Tigres del Norte, and Banda MS. This concert will showcase a diverse range of Latin music across several stages, with other performers including Ivy Queen, Juanes, Café Tacuba, Caifanes, Los Tucanes de Tijuana, and Carlos Vives, who was recently named Person of the Year at the Latin Grammys.

What on earth will Los Angeles be without The Observatory? For over five decades, they’ve been the leaders of Southern California’s punk scene. This year, they announced their retirement with “Smoke & Fiction,” a powerful final album. It’s unclear how many more performances they have left, but this Christmas show is expected to be particularly significant. — A.B. (paraphrased)

On January 22nd, the De La Rosa brothers, hailing from Mexico, were recognized by the Latin Grammys for their first album “Todos Los Días Todo El Día.” This record skillfully blends genres such as urbano, trap, R&B, EDM, and indie. They’ve previously performed at Coachella and Camp Flog Gnaw. It seems their next move is a significant leap in the US market, given the massive turnout of 18,000 fans at a recent listening party in Mexico City. — A.B. (Paraphrased)

Don’t miss the chance to dance your night away when Jamie xx takes over at The Shrine on Jan. 23! This year, Jamie xx surpassed his own exceptional standards with “In Waves,” a powerful and heartfelt celebration of the transformative power of clubs. Despite any gloominess that might be prevalent in late January across the U.S., you can still gather with a crowd of jubilant companions to enjoy the rhythm of “Baddy on the Floor.” — A.B. (paraphrased)

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2024-11-24 14:31