Valentine's shows you might just love Catch You on the Rebound
With Valentine’s Day rapidly approaching, there’s much more to do with your sweetie (or your besties) than the traditional romantic dinner.
Why limit the celebration to conversation over candlelight when you can infuse a symphony of live music, dancing and laughter into your Valentine’s Day experience?
The holiday does fall on a Wednesday, which isn’t exactly the most convenient time to head out for a night of fun. So, we’ve included a few options happening the weekend of Feb. 9-11 and Feb. 16-18 for those wanting to get the party started early or save the love fest for the following weekend.
R&B With Love
If you and a loved one are looking to be swept away by the sultry sounds of R&B, this will be the show for you. Get ready to sing along to the soulful tunes of Summer Walker, SZA, Drake, Usher and more. 9:30 p.m. Feb. 10,
The Lash, 117 Winston St., Los Angeles. Tickets start at $15 at eventbrite.com.
You can dance and sing the night away with an evening of oldies with soul legends Brenton Wood & Barbara Mason, as well as the talents of Aaron Frazer of Durand Jones & The Indications and Joe Bataan. The Lovelites, Garland Green, The Bar-kays, The Sinseers, Los Yesterdays, The Altons and Joey Quiñones will also perform. 7 p.m. Feb. 10, Long Beach Arena, 300 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach. Tickets start at $59 at
Ticketmaster.com.
Gabriel Iglesias
The comedian is bringing his signature humor to the lovey-dovey holiday, offering an alternative to traditional romantic celebrations. With his show dubbed “Don’t Worry Be Fluffy,” Iglesias hopes couples and singles alike enjoy the evening. 8 p.m. Feb. 14, Kia
Forum, 3900 W. Manchester Blvd., Inglewood. Tickets start at $29.50 at Ticketmaster.com.
Wavves
The Southern California-born surf rockers are set to host a Valentine’s show that will weave together romantic love ballads, mosh pits and, of course, heartbreak tunes. Fans can expect hits like “Green Eyes,” “Stupid in Love” and “My Head Hurts.” 8 p.m. Feb. 14, 1720 Venue, 1720 E. 16th St., Los Angeles. Tickets start at $20 at etix.com.
Death to Cupid
If you and your significant other aren’t buying in on the big day, or you’re single as can be, consider this anti-valentine’s party that will include live music and specialty cocktails. DJ Richard will spin psychobilly and garage rock favorites. 7 p.m. Feb. 16, Bricks Maywood, 3626Fruitland Ave., Maywood. Tickets start at $10 at eventbrite.com.
Spooky Rave: My Bloody Valentine
The production company behind the popular Shrek Rave presents this party in Los Angeles. It promises a chilling blend of horror, gore, love and tears for an atmosphere equal parts spooky and lovey. A handful of DJS will play love songs and more. 9 p.m. Feb. 16, 1720 Venue, 1720 E. 16th St., Los Angeles. Tickets start at $12 at etix.com.
Valentine's Super Love Jam
A night of sultry R&B will include Keith Sweat, Next, Jon B, Ready for the World, Rose Royce and The Delfonics. 7 p.m. Feb. 16, Pechanga Arena San Diego, 3500 Sports Arena Blvd., San Diego. Tickets start at $45.50 at Axs.com.