If there is one city where the underground scene is something to keep an eye on, it's LA. With something to do every weekend and a revolving door of some of the best artists in the world, the LA underground scene is not something to miss. You can find the tea for all of the best parties on Resident Advisor, but here is a recap of some of the most sizzling underground parties that LA has to offer. 🌟
Photo: Future Factory Resident Advisor
Future Factory
Buckle up, because Future Factory is where high-tech meets the afters. You can buy an NFT if you really want to be part of this underground community, or just show up and vibe with the music in a high-tech room filled with killer lights and audio. Future Factory spans several rooms across a single venue, so there is always something to explore. Grab tickets to the next one here. 💫
Photo: 6am Resident Advisor
6 am
Next stop: 6 am, the party that proves the night is just getting started when the afters start. This place is for the true night owls who dance until the sun peeks out. The music here is a mix of deep house and techno, creating an atmosphere that's both mysterious and exhilarating. Grab your glittery eyeshadow and let's keep the party going until dawn! Get tickets to the next one here.🌙
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Blind Tiger
Shh, it's a secret! Blind Tiger is all about that speakeasy vibe, hidden in plain sight. It's got those IYKYK vibes. Enjoy house and techno all night long in this creative series of parties from a local artist collective. Grab tickets and keep up with the tea here. 🍸
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Dialogue
Dialogue brings some of the best names in underground house and techno to each of its shows. Chill out and enjoy the techno vibes or dance all night, it's up to you. With monthly shows to check out, you'll always have something to look forward to on the horizon. Get tickets to the next event here. 🎨
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Photo: Midnight Lovers Resident Advisor
Midnight Lovers
And finally, Midnight Lovers – the epitome of romance and mystery under the starry LA sky. This place is all about deep beats and positive vibes on the dance floor. Wear your heart on your sleeve and dance like nobody's watching. Grab tickets to the next one here. 💖
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Framed Events
If you want a bass-heavy party, look no further than Framed Events. With world-class sound and lighting, these underground parties bring all of the good parts of the mainstream with all of the culture and vibes of the underground. This collective of artists and producers combines a love for the underground music scene with theatrics and performances for a truly one of a kind event that you won't forget. Find out about the next one here.
Photo: B-Side LA
B-Side LA
One thing about LA is that there is variety in the underground scene, and B-Side is no exception to that. With some of the best underground dubstep you'll find in the US, this event is not one to miss when it comes around. Although its not a monthly event like many parties in the underground scene are, keep an eye out for announcements when they come around! Check for party dates on Resident Advisor here.
Momentive
Drum and Bass is a classic EDM subgenre that has always been core to the underground music scene in LA, but only in the last few years has it become so popular among mainstream ravers. If you want to stay true to DnB's roots in the underground, look no further than Momentive for one of the best experiences around. Keep an eye out for the next event here.
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