The Smell
clubAll-ages, volunteer-run DIY music and art space in downtown Los Angeles known for experimental, punk, and underground shows. The nonprofit, alcohol-free venue is community-oriented and hosts affordable live events and art programming.
Upcoming Events (9)
Loophole / Grayce / Throw Spark
Loophole, Grayce, and Throw Spark electrify The Smell in downtown LA on March 20, 2026, delivering gritty punk-tinged indie rock to an intimate basement venue famed for raw, DIY shows.
Posavant / Cactus Ponchos / Tempest Cleanse
An intimate LA show at The Smell headlined by Posavant with Cactus Ponchos and Tempest Cleanse, delivering raw indie-leaning rock and underground punk-energy in a gritty, no-frills venue.
Grrrl Gang / Kuromy
Two high-energy acts headline The Smell in Los Angeles: Grrrl Gang and Kuromy deliver raw punk-infused sets in an intimate, late-night club atmosphere, delivering an electric underground music experience for the LA scene.
Gianna Gianna / OBEDIENT / Stephanie
Experience a high-energy punk/indie bill at The Smell in Los Angeles, featuring Gianna Gianna, OBEDIENT, and Stephanie with raw riffs and infectious hooks in a legendary downtown venue.
Interstate 8 / Serenity / Two Seater Jeep
A night of raw indie/punk energy at The Smell in Los Angeles, featuring Interstate 8, Serenity, and Two Seater Jeep, delivering tight guitars, loud hooks, and a sweaty, intimate club vibe.
South Trees / The Impures / Los Houndstooth
Three-band indie/punk bill at The Smell in Los Angeles, featuring South Trees, The Impures, and Los Houndstooth, delivering raw, high-energy guitar-driven sets in a gritty, DIY downtown venue.
Minerva Hoyt / Dirty Twenties / Petalpath
Three-band indie-punk night at The Smell in Los Angeles, featuring Minerva Hoyt, Dirty Twenties and Petalpath. A gritty, intimate venue with loud guitars and DIY energy—perfect for fans of underground rock.
Doom Scroll / Make Sick / Moon Bandits
Three LA underground acts—Doom Scroll, Make Sick, and Moon Bandits—deliver a raw, high-energy punk showcase at The Smell. Expect shredding riffs, urgent tempo, and a crowded, DIY-venue atmosphere that fans of gritty garage-punk won't want to miss.
Dairybaby / Hayes Noble / Slotcar
Three-band indie/rock bill at The Smell in Los Angeles, featuring Dairybaby, Hayes Noble, and Slotcar. A raw, late-night DIY venue show with gritty guitars and an energetic, close-knit crowd.