Echo
(213) 413-8200
1822 W Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles,
CA
90026
34.0777
-118.2597
Neighborhoods: Echo Park, East LA
Last updated 3.31.09
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Everybody knows there's a heavy hipster herd of artists, musicians, writers and the like residing on L.A.'s Eastside, namely Echo Park and Silver Lake. And it's also well known that, with this crowd, under-the-radar music is a must. And this cousin of the scene-making Spaceland is a great spot for new grooves. Located in a former Latin disco, the dusty floor, sticky vinyl booths and mirrored walls may resemble the interior of a seedy strip club, but this place is about fresh sounds, not fancy digs. Every DJ-oriented night is different, and offers a chance to see and hear groundbreaking styles and sounds before anyone else. There's a definite freestyle fellowship that extends from the DJs and performers to an audience comprised of b-boy cats and funky felines. This vibrant vibe creates an abstract ambience where anything can--and does--happen on the stage and the dance floor.
User Reviews
jannething
February 20, 2009
you know..i was having fun until i looked at my bank statement and saw they over charged me $20!! and when i tried to call them to fix the problem no answer and no machine to leave a message!! really dissappointed.
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JoeyShmo
September 19, 2008
The most disorganized place to see a band ever. Do not go here unless you REALLY REALLY love the band. Just one of many examples: A secret show. Website says "Get here early. First come first served, so do not get out of line." We get there an hour and a half early. Get in line. Do not get out of line. Wait 2 hours in line. Make it to the front of line. Are told: Only people with wristbands will be allowed in." People walk up with wristbands they've received earlier in the day. They walk around us and are let in! I'm not saying we should have been ahead of them. I'm saying that a venue that actually cares about it's customers is going to makes sure people aren't wasting their time in line for no reason. To top it off, the skanky girl behind us was being "helpful" (read: a douche) with quips such as "Oh, I know. Stupid secret shows. Stupid venues that host them." Cocky because she had a wristband and slept with the band leader when she was lucky enough to meet him when he was drunk enough to actually be interested. Going to the Echo is just like being that girl. Drink enough and you might be able to plug your nose and pretend you're enjoying being used and disregarded.
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jochu
September 09, 2008
Cutting music, okay. But what I was listening to my first time at the Echo was not music. More like "noise." And it was hip hop night, for God's sake. There was a dance floor but NOBODY danced. The tv screens against the walls flickered with disturbing images. Everything was just really abstract that night, and not in a cool way. In a boring way. After a while people did get up to dance, but really by themselves, to the beat-bopping rapper on stage. There were absolutely no beats though...just...words and noise, again. Definitely NOT a place to go with a big group who are ready to shake and jiggy.
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Know Before You Go:
Credit card purchases require an ID and a $10 minimum.
The Extras:
You must buy tickets online at www.attheecho.com.
Category:
Restaurants, Bars & Clubs, Unclassified
Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Bar & Pub Special Features:
Bar & Club Type of Music:
DJ - Latin & Salsa, DJ - Electronica, Rock & Pop, Electronica, DJ - R&B
