Sunami
Sunami, 16 Underground, Seltzer
The Roxy Theatre9009 West Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles 90069
Sunami are billed at The Roxy Theatre with 16 Underground and Seltzer on the same bill. The available show information does not give a billing order, set format, guests, or a special occasion attached to the night, but it brings the Bay Area hardcore group to the Sunset Strip’s long-running concert room. Sunami’s documented lineup is Josef Alfonso on vocals, Michael Durt on guitar, Theo on bass, and Benny Eissmann on drums.
Sunami began, according to a Garza Podcast listing, “on a whim in the Bay Area,” and the band’s own pages describe its music simply as hardcore. Bandcamp calls the group “a proper pummeling,” while a podcast promotion points listeners their way “if you love heavy slams.” A listener writing on Bandcamp remembered seeing Sunami masked at Sound and Fury and called the performance “insane.” Their catalog includes the Sunami/Gulch Split, with additional vocals from Ian B. and Jose B. of Extinguish on Sunami’s tracks. Bandcamp also notes connections to Yamachara, Forced Order, God’s Hate and Disgrace through the band’s members.
The Roxy’s history is written into its live recordings: Neil Young played during its 1973 opening weekend, and artists including Frank Zappa and Bob Marley later captured performances here. Today it remains a working concert club on the Sunset Strip, at 9009 Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood. Expect a compact, 500-capacity room with a built-in stage, lighting and sound, an elevated VIP area, and a bar; the event setup can vary, so check your show’s listing for its exact arrangement. The venue lists concession-style bar food rather than a full dining service. Shows are ticketed, with admission varying by event, and the busy calendar includes regular concerts. Check the listing for start time and ticket availability, then settle in for a night built around the live performance.