Kishi Bashi: Sonderlust 10th Anniversary Tour

Anniversary tours are a good excuse to hear a favorite record played the way it was meant to be heard, and Kishi Bashi is bringing one to downtown. The Sonderlust 10th Anniversary Tour stops at The Bellwether on Saturday, October 24, 2026, and it is an easy pick if you are scanning the shortlist of LA concerts for the last full weekend of the month.

When: Saturday, October 24, 2026, 8:00 PM Where: The Bellwether, 333 S. Boylston St., Los Angeles, CA 90017 Tickets: Through Ticketmaster; price is not listed in our source

What to expect

Kishi Bashi is the stage name of Kaoru Ishibashi, a violinist and singer-songwriter known for building lush, layered songs live with a violin, a loop pedal and a lot of voice. Ticketmaster files the show under alternative rock, though the music sits closer to orchestral indie pop: big swooping strings, bright melodies and a sense of play. A tour built around a record's tenth anniversary usually leans on that album, so expect Sonderlust material to anchor the night, and treat the exact setlist as unannounced until the show.

That kind of one-person orchestra works well in a room this size. If you like live music in Los Angeles that rewards close listening, this is a night to arrive early enough to find a good spot rather than catch the last few songs from the back.

The venue

The Bellwether is a music venue with room for about 1,500 people, set in the southern part of downtown. Doors typically open an hour before showtime, though that varies by show, so check the ticket page for the posted time. Most shows are all ages, but some carry restrictions, and everyone needs a ticket regardless of age. Bags larger than 14 by 14 inches are not allowed, so travel light. You can read more on the Bellwether venue page.

Getting there

Limited on-site parking is sold in advance through Ticketmaster, and there are several lots and street spots nearby. Transit works well too: take the Metro A or E Line to Grand Ave Arts/Bunker Hill and walk about six blocks. If you are making a night of it, browse more of downtown Los Angeles for dinner before the show, and see the full list of concerts on the site for other options that week.

Eight o'clock on a Saturday is a comfortable start, with the show likely wrapping before midnight. Grab tickets early, since anniversary shows from a devoted fan favorite tend to move quickly.