Hans Williams
Troubadour9081 Santa Monica Boulevard, Los Angeles 90069
Hans Williams brings his band to the Troubadour for a headline set. The Vermont-born, New Orleans-based independent singer-songwriter makes DIY indie-folk built around guitar and his raspy vocals, channeling personal catharsis into songs meant to offer solace and recognition.
His singles “All Is Well,” “Skin,” and “Willows” have each reached millions of streams. After releasing his debut EP, More Than One Way Home, Williams and his band completed a 26-date North American headline tour in 2024, alongside festival appearances at Bonnaroo and Hinterland.
The Troubadour’s claim to fame is written into pop history: Elton John made his American debut here in 1970, and the musicians who became the Eagles met around the club. It remains an active West Hollywood live-music venue, with current concerts listed at its Santa Monica Boulevard address. Expect a ticketed show in a compact club room, with a bar and a small kitchen serving burgers, sandwiches, chicken tenders, and fries. Seating depends on the event; where it is limited, the venue says it is generally first come, first served, so check your show’s details before arriving. Doors typically open an hour before the performance, and most shows finish between 11 p.m. and midnight, though timing varies. The venue sits near Doheny Drive, on a stretch of West Hollywood with nearby bars and restaurants.