Blue Note Los Angeles set the stage for an intimate late-night performance on April 24, as Jozzy took over the room for her 9:30 p.m. set.
Ari Lennox brought her Vacancy Tour to YouTube Theater, where a live band anchored the production and a fully engaged crowd met a performance that felt both elevated and deeply personal, reflecting the growth she has embraced in this new era.
Prime Video brought out a strong crowd Monday night to The Culver Theater for the world premiere of Jerry West: The Logo, drawing a mix of NBA legends, filmmakers, and longtime figures connected to West’s legacy.
Crown Royal Marquis and Soulection brought their “Marquis Moments with Soulection” tour to Los Angeles on April 8, delivering an intimate night centered on music, culture and community. The event took place at Detour, where a packed room of fans, creatives and industry tastemakers gathered for a live experience rooted in Soulection’s signature genre-blending sound.
Arin Ray pulled up to Los Angeles and delivered exactly the kind of night you hoped for if you’re tapped into real R&B. Smooth, intentional, and personal from start to finish. Set inside Blue Note Los Angeles, the night carried a little extra weight. The venue has quickly carved out a reputation as one of the city’s premier intimate stages, blending jazz roots with a forward-thinking mix of R&B, soul, hip-hop, and live instrumentation. It’s the type of room where artists don’t just perform, they connect.
There’s something different about a Dave show when it hits Los Angeles. Maybe it’s the distance from Brixton, maybe it’s the global reach of the sound, or maybe it’s the realization that UK rap is no longer regional, it’s fully embedded in the culture. Whatever it is, last Friday at the Hollywood Palladium, Dave made it clear that his voice travels just fine.
Following one of the biggest nights in music, Affinity Nightlife brought the energy straight to Hollywood with the official iHeartRadio Music Awards After Party at Warwick. The venue quickly turned into a who’s who of rising talent, reality TV favorites, and industry insiders looking to keep the night going.
Los Angeles, CA – Artists, activists, and cultural leaders gathered Sunday, March 1 at the historic Chaplin Studios in Hollywood for the inaugural Sankofa.org Social Justice Awards, an evening celebrating art, activism, and the enduring legacy of legendary singer, actor, and activist Harry Belafonte.
Held on what would have been Belafonte’s 99th birthday, the fundraiser honored contemporary leaders whose work continues to challenge injustice and inspire change. The evening recognized civil rights icon Dolores Huerta, renowned visual artist Shepard Fairey, hip hop pioneer Chuck D, and actor and activist Danny Glover for their cultural and social impact. Guests experienced a uniquely immersive program guided through wireless headphones, with music curated by Ali Shaheed Muhammad of A Tribe Called Quest and conversations hosted alongside journalist and radio personality Dominique DiPrima. The intimate format blended music, storytelling, and dialogue throughout the evening.
The program opened with a Sankofa.org film presentation and a stirring choral performance from the Fernando Pullum Choir, setting a powerful tone for the night. Gina Belafonte, co founder and president of Sankofa.org, delivered remarks highlighting her father’s belief that artists play a critical role in advancing truth and justice. Throughout the evening, honorees were recognized for their contributions to art and activism. Shepard Fairey was celebrated for using visual art as a platform for political expression, while Dolores Huerta received a moving tribute honoring her decades of leadership in labor rights and social justice movements. Chuck D reflected on the role of hip hop as a voice for truth and transformation before accepting his award.
The night also featured performances and spoken word moments from Aloe Blacc, poet Monique Mitchell, and Iman Jordan, recipient of the Harry Belafonte Best Song for Social Change Grammy. Blacc delivered one of the evening’s most memorable moments, closing the program with a powerful rendition of “Not on My Watch” alongside Gina Belafonte and the Fernando Pullum Children’s Choir before returning for an encore performance of his global hit “Wake Me Up.”
Founded in 2013 by Harry Belafonte, Gina Belafonte, and Raoul Roach, Sankofa.org continues to mobilize artists and activists in support of grassroots movements and social justice initiatives. As the evening concluded inside Chaplin Studios, a venue deeply connected to Belafonte’s legacy, the message of the night was clear: the intersection of art and activism remains a powerful force for change.
Major League Soccer’s new primetime showcase made its Los Angeles debut as Sunday Night Soccer presented by Continental Tire transformed Dignity Health Sports Park into a destination event for fans and media alike. Designed as a weekly ritual under MLS’s “Sundays Are Made for This” campaign, the February 22 matchup between the LA Galaxy and New York City FC delivered a nationally broadcast spectacle on Apple TV, pairing high-stakes soccer with immersive fan experiences that extended beyond the pitch.
Photo by Tommie Battle / NYCFC
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The match opened at a blistering pace when João Klauss struck in the opening two minutes, stunning the home crowd and setting the tone for a physical, high-pressure contest. Momentum shifted late when LA Galaxy defender Carlos Garcés received a red card in the 64th minute, forcing the Galaxy to close the match short-handed. New York found its equalizer just two minutes later as Nicolas Fernández converted from the penalty spot in the 66th minute. Despite late pushes and a charged stadium atmosphere, the match concluded in a 1–1 draw, a gritty result that underscored the intensity of the season opener.
It was an amazing 75 degree day at Dignity Health Sports Park Sunday, drawing supporters in with photo opportunities, merchandise giveaways, and a curated interactive set that mirrored a stylish soccer watch party. Headlining the weekends’ activations was Olympic gold medalist and FIFA Women’s World Cup champion Sydney Leroux, who participated in media interviews and captured original content onsite. Leroux’s presence energized fans and reinforced MLS’s commitment to growing the game’s visibility across both men’s and women’s soccer communities. Her appearance bridged sport and storytelling, extending the reach of Sunday Night Soccer beyond the stadium through digital and broadcast channels.
Photo courtesy of MLS
Photo courtesy of MLS
With a dramatic draw on the field and fan-friendly activations outside the gates, Sunday Night Soccer’s Los Angeles launch delivered on its promise: transforming Sunday evening into a communal soccer experience and setting the tone for a season built around connection, spectacle, and the global reach of the beautiful game.
Photo by Tommie Battle / NYCFC
The sold out night at the Hollywood Palladium felt rooted in both legacy and momentum. Co-headlined by BigXthaPlug and Clipse, the show brought multiple generations of hip hop together in one room, with Armanii setting the tone as the opener.