DJs give out ear candy at Central City Cafe A NIGHT AT CENTRAL CITY CAFE: Human energy powers Soundlessons' mix of hip-hop, soul and rock, and undulating hips can't get enough.
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Playing in the dark COVER STORY: Last call doesn't mean the party is over. You'd be surprised where late-night fun can be found in L.A.
Pulling strings but not punches Farmlab's "Puppets After Hours," an adult-themed puppet cabaret, will feature some of L.A.'s top puppeteers.
There are robots among us NIGHT LIFE: At least there will be this weekend at the Los Angeles Convention Center. NextFest provides a glimpse into the future.
Lucha VaVoom: going to the mat for variety The bizarre variety show spices up the genre by adding a visceral dose of sex appeal to concoct a product that is raunchy, sweaty and never dull.
From iCandy to lucky Seven A NIGHT AT SEVEN: At the former Santa Monica Boulevard gay bar, Eastside hip meets Westside chic.
At the tippling point COVER STORY: Roll out the barrel, beer lovers are eager to taste local microbrews.
Manic, not depressive BUZZ BANDS: Local psychers Manic have a good atmosphere, and Sally Jaye makes an album on the simplest tools.
An explosion of new hotel bars COVER STORY: Glamour is back at these destination nightspots for L.A.'s scenesters. A guide to L.A.’s hottest, plus a preview of what’s to come.
California, here we come BUZZ BANDS: Light FM plies its sunny power-pop, and Frankel steps to the front of the singer-songwriter racket.
Westlake: From gritty roots to the new chic COVER STORY: With crime down and gentrification seemingly inevitable, the Westlake/MacArthur Park area balances its history with its future.
Stuck in the '60s BUZZ BANDS: The Lovetones flip the blacklight on for their throwback psychedelia.
Fake fame, genuine fun THE MIXER: The tribute bands at Burbank Bar & Grille get the crowd excited.
Techno gloom and power-trio royalty BUZZ BANDS: Earl Greyhound bring searing, hairy classic rock back, and 120 Days gets as chilly as their brooding techno-pop.
