One of our favorite summer concerts series, Saturdays Off the 405, kicks off the 2013 season this weekend with Quadron doing a free outdoor performance on the gorgeous Getty Center grounds. The soulful Danish duo consists of singer Coco O (who also appears on the star-studded Great Gatsby soundtrack) and musician/producer Robin Hannibal. It’s good to see that the recent success of Hannibal’s other sultry outfit Rhye hasn’t kept him from churning out new Quadron material.

Check out the video for their new single “Hey Love” below:

The Getty event officially runs from 6 – 9pm, but the popularity of these free concerts often results in the the museum hitting max capacity quite early. Expect (more than the usual LA) heavy traffic on the nearby freeway and Sepulveda pass and plan to arrive well before 6pm if you want to make the cut. Between the music, the view (the architecture, the sunset, the gardens, hell even the 405 looks pretty riding the tram up the ridge to the museum), and the carefree vibe these evenings are not to be missed, especially if you have any out-of-towners visiting.

Mark your calendar for next month’s concert with live production wunderkind Robert Delong playing on Sat 6/15 as well!

When I first heard “Shuggie,” the lead single off of Foxygen’s debut We Are The 21st Century Ambassadors of Peace and Magic, their psychedelic retro funk pop reminded me a bit of Unknown Mortal Orchestra, with the biggest distinction being the production aesthetic (classic 60’s rock vs. the latter’s lo-fi garage). I was therefore pleased to learn that not only was UMO putting out their succinctly titled II via Jagjaguwar, making the 2 bands labelmates, but furthermore that they would tour together promoting their twin 2013 releases.

So tonight’s show at the Echoplex is one we’ve had firmly circled on our calendar at the Woofer offices for awhile. Advance tix are sold out but there will be a small amount made available at the door. If you’re in the area, we’ll be pre-gaming across the street at El Prado. Should you have other plans this holiday weekend, both albums are now officially out and would make a great soundtrack to a road trip, bbq, or however else you plan on spending what looks to be a beautiful sunny weekend in LA!

We’re all looking forward to what should be a fun night of film, music, drinks, and food on Thursday the 29th (1 week after Thanksgiving). Please note that due to demand we’ve extended the deadline to reserve tickets, so head on over now to Gathr Films!

More info on the film:

“Ice-T takes us on an intimate journey into the heart and soul of hip-hop with the legends of rap music. This performance documentary goes beyond the stardom and the bling to explore what goes on inside the minds, and erupts from the lips, of the grandmasters of rap. Recognized as the godfather of Gangsta rap, Ice-T is granted unparalleled access to the personal lives of the masters of this artform that he credits for saving his life. Interspersed with the performers’ insightful, touching, and often funny revelations are classic raps, freestyle rhymes, and never before heard acappellas straight from the mouths of the creators. What emerges is a better understanding of, and a tribute to, an original American art form that brought poetry to a new generation.”

After Party Details:

The after party, brought to you by Woofer and our friends at Shake the Hand, will be held at a brand new restaurant called Smoke (9010 Melrose, just a straight shot up Doheny from the Laemmle theater). Spinning in the DJ booth across from the bar will be Chuck Inglish (Cool Kids), Sean G (Pac Div), and Robert Raimon Roy. Movie guests who bring their Gathr stubs will be able to grab gift bags courtesy of fashion labels Orisue and IMKING!

Disclaimer: No hotel lobbies will be hurt in the hosting of this event.

Now in its 28th year, 2012’s Twilight Concert Series goes out with a bang on Thursday Sept 6th with a great  lineup of LA bands for the summer finale.

The Santa Monica Pier should provide a fitting backdrop for headliner Best Coast’s reverb-drenched wall of sound. Opening act NO has also been making waves in the local scene and deserves you ducking out of the office a little earlier than you (maybe) otherwise would.

One of our favorite recurring free events in LA is the Saturdays Off the 405 concert series. There’s only a handful each summer, the bands are well curated, and the outdoor plazas and gardens offer a beautiful setting to mingle, listen to music, and enjoy the sunset with a drink in hand.

Even the view of the freeway as you ride the tram up from the parking lot is remarkable, especially at night. This Saturday Nick Waterhouse treats the crowd to his 60’s-inspired soul, which should make for a great live set. Kudos to LA’s own Innovative Leisure for unearthing yet another gem. The concert officially starts at 6pm but I would advise getting there earlier so you have time to check out the Gustav Klimt exhibit inside. It reveals the illustrations that were at the core of the Austrian modernist’s paintings. The visual and sonic one-two punch should make for an amazing evening! Both close at 9pm.