Chris Farren
The Echo1822 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles 90026
Chris Farren brings his solo work to The Echo, drawing on the melodic pop, self-deprecating writing and humor that run through his records.
The Florida-born singer-songwriter is also known from punk bands Fake Problems and Antarctigo Vespucci. His solo collaborators have included Jeff Rosenstock, Jay Som’s Melina Duterte and Frankie Impastato. Punktastic called his live show “a delight” and “a veritable pick-n-mix bag of visuals, samples and honest punk rock.”
The Echo’s claim to fame is its track record as a launchpad for Los Angeles artists: its long-running Monday Night Music series helped early acts find an audience. Today it remains an active live-music club in Echo Park, in the upstairs room of a two-venue complex. The stage sits close to a compact general-admission floor, with a bar alongside; most events are standing, though seating may be available first come, first served, depending on the show. On-site food and drinks are available, and the venue recommends checking the individual listing for seating and age rules. Expect a ticketed gig with the crowd gathered around the performance, and room to step outside to the patio between sets. The venue is on Sunset Boulevard, amid Echo Park’s dining options.