Ax and the Hatchetmen at The Bellwether, Oct 27

Ax and the Hatchetmen are bringing The Late Checkout Tour to downtown Los Angeles on Tuesday, October 27, 2026. For anyone scanning LA concerts for a weeknight that feels like a proper band show, this one sets a horn section next to the guitars and drums, which is not a given in indie rock.

When: Tuesday, October 27, 2026, 8 PM Where: The Bellwether, 333 S. Boylston St., Los Angeles, CA 90017 Price: Not listed in the source; check Ticketmaster

Who is playing

Ax and the Hatchetmen are an American alternative and indie rock band formed in Chicago in 2018. The six-piece lineup pairs two vocalist-guitarists and a bassist with trumpet, saxophone and a drummer, and the group signed with Arista Records. Their first album, So Much to Tell You, came out in October 2025 with a tour of the same name. The Late Checkout Tour is the follow-up run, and Ticketmaster files the night under Music, Rock and Alternative Rock.

Support acts were not listed in the source we worked from, so check the ticket page before you plan around doors.

What to expect

A band with brass on stage tends to play louder and looser than the average guitar group, so expect a sweaty, singalong room rather than a quiet listening session. The Bellwether is a mid-sized room, which keeps the stage close and the crowd packed in. If you like to see a band while the venue still feels intimate, a young group on a growing label is a good bet for live music in Los Angeles on a Tuesday.

Getting there

The Bellwether sits on South Boylston Street in the heart of downtown, a short walk from the Metro B and D lines at Pershing Square and 7th Street/Metro Center. Parking is easiest in a nearby garage, and prices climb on event nights, so it pays to book ahead or take the train. Plan to arrive early if you want a spot near the rail.

Tickets go through Ticketmaster, so buy there rather than from a reseller. If you are filling out a week of things to do in Los Angeles, this slots in well after a downtown dinner. See more shows on our concerts page and nearby picks in downtown.