Chris Simpson (of Mineral) at The Echo, Jan 2027

Chris Simpson, the singer and songwriter behind the 1990s emo band Mineral, comes to The Echo on Friday, January 8, 2027. Ticketmaster lists the show as alternative rock, and the billing makes clear who is on stage: Simpson, the voice on records that a generation of indie and emo fans still return to. A room this small is a good fit for songs this personal.

When: Friday, January 8, 2027, 7:00 PM Where: The Echo, 1822 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026 Tickets: Through Ticketmaster (price not listed in our source)

What to expect

Mineral's music is built on quiet-to-loud dynamics and lyrics that read like diary pages, and a solo or stripped-back set puts the words front and center. The source listing does not name openers or confirm the set format, so check the Ticketmaster page for the latest lineup before you plan your night. If you are looking for LA concerts that reward close listening, a small-club show like this is the kind of thing worth circling.

The Echo is a compact, standing-room club, and it is a good place to see an artist up close. Fans of late-era emo, midwest-style indie and anything on the quieter side of rock should find plenty to like.

Getting there

The Echo sits on Sunset Boulevard on the Silver Lake and Echo Park border. Street parking is available around the venue and there is a paid lot nearby, but the venue itself recommends rideshare or public transit, and that is the easier choice on a Friday night. Doors and age limits vary by show, so check the ticket page for this one.

The Echoplex is a separate room with its own entrance in the alley on Glendale Blvd, so make sure your ticket says The Echo before you start walking. More on the venue page.

Make a night of it

Sunset Boulevard has plenty of places to eat before the show, and the surrounding blocks are full of bars and late-night spots. For more live music in Los Angeles this season, browse the concerts category or see what else is on in Silver Lake. Shows at this size tend to sell through, so tickets are worth grabbing early.