Live Music in Long Beach and the South Bay

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Friday 06 March

First Fridays of the month, Music Man Miles and Hector Waluyo spin Funk and Soul vinyl all night at the Bamboo Club, digging deep in the 45 crates for rare[…]

Bamboo Club, 3522 E Anaheim Street
Long Beach, CA 90804 United States
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Friday 03 April

First Fridays of the month, Music Man Miles and Hector Waluyo spin Funk and Soul vinyl all night at the Bamboo Club, digging deep in the 45 crates for rare[…]

Bamboo Club, 3522 E Anaheim Street
Long Beach, CA 90804 United States
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Long Beach’s music scene thrives well beyond the mainstream venues, with hidden gems scattered throughout the city offering intimate performances and unique atmospheres. Venues like Alex’s Bar on Anaheim Street have gained cult status, hosting everything from punk shows to rockabilly nights in their red-lit, divey space.

For jazz enthusiasts, Harvelle’s in downtown Long Beach presents live blues and jazz in a sophisticated underground setting. The cozy 4th Street Vine wine bar features local musicians in their back patio, while DiPiazza’s blends Italian cuisine with a regular rotation of local rock bands.

Saint Rocke in Hermosa Beach hosts touring bands most nights of the week. The old Brouwerij West may be gone, but has been rebranded into an event space called Warehouse 9, often catering to jam band fans. Project Barley serves up craft beer and local music in several spots, with their Lomita location the most popular for live performances.

These off-the-beaten-path venues represent the South Bay’s diverse musical heritage, providing spaces where local artists can connect with audiences in more personal settings than larger commercial venues allow.

Past shows in Long Beach and the South Bay: