Ladrones
Ladrones, Empty Shell Casing
The Roxy Theatre9009 West Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles 90069
At the Roxy Theatre, Ladrones top a bill that also includes Empty Shell Casing. This is a stop on the Guadalajara band’s first U.S. headlining tour, with Ladrones appearing as the five-piece of vocalist and rapper Zxmyr, guitarist and producer José Macario, drummer Diego Zornoza, vocalist Ángel Resendez, and producer Alan Ledesma. The tour announcement places Empty Shell Casing alongside them on this Los Angeles date.
Active since 2021, Ladrones call their blend of rock and metal, hip-hop, and regional Mexican music “Flow Pesado.” Their work foregrounds Mexican identity, and their 2025 album Mexican Pesado took them to stages across Mexico, the United States, and South America. They have collaborated with rapper Santa Salut, nu-metal artist Muñeki77a, and norteño artist Yng Naz. An interview called their Latin hip-hop infusion “one-of-a-kind and so genuine,” while reviewers have described the music as “incredibly technical but still … effortlessly catchy,” noting its “confident swagger” and emotional depth. A review of Arriba La L added that, despite recognizable influences, the band “never feel like a tribute act.”
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.