Saw The Aristocrats here. Great show and fun vibe.
Jo S.
Decent venue, nothing fancy, but is affordable, sometimes you can snag a spot on the street near by, they have cool acts and events. I am surprised I never reviewed it since I have been going to the Echo for over 10 years for concerts, NYE parties and always had a good time. The crowd is OK, bathrooms clean enough, drinks are reasonably priced. I like their DJ-s and their sets, really fun and gets you on that dance floor. I prefer small venues like the Echo, more intimate, with more character, edgier! Keep your eyes on their Events calendar!
Daniel Flores
good .. bad ghetoo area other then that
Susan
It was a fun environment but honestly it needs A/C. It was stuffy and hot. Packed with people
Nathan Nhek
It's a pretty small and intimate venue so you can get really close to the stage! There's really nothing separating the stage from floor other than height.There's some street parking nearby if you're lucky or you can park at a public lot around the corner for a small fee. I think on weekends it's free or it's free after a certain time in the evening!
Mabet Hill
Random additional info that doesn't seem available anywhere:1) Yes, you can buy tickets at the door. (Obv you're chancing the show doesn't sell out.)2) There is bench seating around the entire back perimeter.3) The sound is indeed "pretty good" as others have said, but it does bounce off the back of the walls slightly.4) They open the doors to the outside for airflow, which may carry in some cigarette smoke.5) There are snacks and small bites (think candy bars and hot dogs).6) The canned alcohol is a LARGE size.7) The bathrooms are gendered and the ladies is *clean*.8) This is an easy-to-find location.
Nick Tucci
I'm probably super late, hadn't been back since the Before Times, and was happy to see the renovations they'd made. More space, elevated stage.
Natali D.
Love when they have dubstep Dj's. Cool venue and nice bartenders. Easy parking around the corner. I wish the acoustics and sound system was better
Erik C.
This venue is so dope. I was hugging the stage which I did not expect at all. Parking is a nightmare but the affordable drinks and good vibes make up for it. Sound is great and the artist I saw; wifisfuneral was amazing. Side note: I ended up going to the Echoplex by mistake but the staff over there was super chill and pointed me in the right direction. Definitely a cool venue to check out.
Juanita Gougis
I went there to see Rochelle Jordan, and l love the venue. I think the staff is friendly, the bathrooms were clean, some spots were hotter than others but I went to the patio to relax and cool down. I really enjoyed watching one of my favorite artists.
I may be old, uncool, have a creaky body rife with illnesses/conditions; but I was once an avid concert-goer who has dated famous rock stars and also toured/worked in the music industry. I have stories galore but nowadays, I prefer to be at home cuddling with my cat in pajamas. I traded my grandma clothes for some leather on a Monday night to attend my 101st concert (not counting all the ones I've worked) that my friends in the band Hoobastank (yup, I'm friends with them!) were playing at The Echo. I've been to The Echo a few times but it has been quite a number of years so let's revisit with some updates... The Echo is a tiny concert venue that is more on the dive-bar end of things located on Sunset within walking distance of Echo Park Lake - literally, as it is practically around the corner and one can often spot a line for an event on the sidewalk circling toward the lake. The Echo is relatively a baby in the Hollywood concert venue scheme of things only being in circuit since 2001 having been a Latin night club in its previous life. Yet, it has firmly established itself and has been the backdrop to some of the biggest names in popular rock, punk, indie music and even some rap. The Echo has managed to grow an aura of 'cool'. Many of my fellow Yelpers mention difficulty in parking, a lot a couple blocks away and/or having to look for residential parking; but apparently none of these folks went down the side street as there are two huge lots directly behind and adjacent to the venue. I'm talking directly in the back behind the building. Not sure how people missed this? Parking is $2.50 max for the day and is free after 9pm. Careful though, as it requires paying ahead of time at the pay station kiosk and one was broken with no 'out of order' sign so we had to figure it out ourselves and walk to another one. The line for a show starts directly out front by the door which is standard but the entry process has changed since my last time in attendance. First of all, they only allow small bags, clear bags if slightly larger and no backpacks or anything resembling a backpack: my friend had a tiny purse in the shape of a backpack and they didn't allow it. Yet, they told her to go next door to the pizza place and grab a shopping bag because she could put her bag inside the shopping bag and THEN enter. So they allow a shopping bag but not a purse shaped as a backpack... so weird. Next, we had to first have our purses searched, walk through a metal detector and then a metal wand search. Am I at LAX security or a concert? Sheesh! The Echo itself is quite tiny (350 capacity) with the smallest, lowest platform stage and a long bar on the left-hand side. There is no barricade and you are practically on stage if in "1st row" standing. In fact, I was an inch away from the guitarist Dan's pedal board and he nearly kicked me a few times. One of the main complaints everyone, and I'm talking everyone in the audience, had was that it was FREEZING inside. We all had jackets and even huddled together in a rock show audience; we were still icicles. It was December! Turn the heat on or at least the AC off! I'm sure this is great for the performers under the lights and in the summer but it was quite uncomfortable for attendees. The bar is credit/debit only for those who care. No cash. The actual concert experience at The Echo is legit for such a small space. Sound is optimal and akin to larger venues so their sound guy and system is grade A. Lighting is also quite good with the mixture of blues, pinks and house lights. Overall, it is surprisingly better than what you would expect. Staff is also quite chill not acting like attendees are children and didn't even come outside when we hung out with the band on the sidewalk for an hour after the show. The Echo is best summarized as an intimate venue where you can be up-close-and-personal with the act you are seeing versus having to deal with annoying, pretentious staff or a high stage. Just make sure to bring a jacket and
Kristynn Sarmiento
Very small venue. Seems dangerous for bands using the stage. All the instruments and other equipment need lots of space too.
Christopher B.
I recently came here to see a sold out show by Hoobastank. First off, parking is behind the building about a block back, if that's full, good luck. The venue is small and intimate and very clean. There's only a few seats to choose from here, but it's about 98% standup. The staff were professional and friendly. For the ladies, pack as light as possible. You will get your bag checked prior to going in. The bar had tons of choices and drinks were reasonably priced. Overall, this is a great venue to see any band.
Sean S.
Oh man this place is awesome Cheap drinks Wasn't overly crowded. 15 dollar tickets to see the fame on fire band with 2 opening bands that were just as awesome. This place was so awesome. The only downside is it's hard to find parking in the area so make sure to come early and your going to be walking a few blocks so beware
Victor Yang
Great experience at The Echo! There's free parking near echo lake and there are many parking structures nearby
Saw The Aristocrats here. Great show and fun vibe.
Decent venue, nothing fancy, but is affordable, sometimes you can snag a spot on the street near by, they have cool acts and events. I am surprised I never reviewed it since I have been going to the Echo for over 10 years for concerts, NYE parties and always had a good time. The crowd is OK, bathrooms clean enough, drinks are reasonably priced. I like their DJ-s and their sets, really fun and gets you on that dance floor. I prefer small venues like the Echo, more intimate, with more character, edgier! Keep your eyes on their Events calendar!
good .. bad ghetoo area other then that
It was a fun environment but honestly it needs A/C. It was stuffy and hot. Packed with people
It's a pretty small and intimate venue so you can get really close to the stage! There's really nothing separating the stage from floor other than height.There's some street parking nearby if you're lucky or you can park at a public lot around the corner for a small fee. I think on weekends it's free or it's free after a certain time in the evening!
Random additional info that doesn't seem available anywhere:1) Yes, you can buy tickets at the door. (Obv you're chancing the show doesn't sell out.)2) There is bench seating around the entire back perimeter.3) The sound is indeed "pretty good" as others have said, but it does bounce off the back of the walls slightly.4) They open the doors to the outside for airflow, which may carry in some cigarette smoke.5) There are snacks and small bites (think candy bars and hot dogs).6) The canned alcohol is a LARGE size.7) The bathrooms are gendered and the ladies is *clean*.8) This is an easy-to-find location.
I'm probably super late, hadn't been back since the Before Times, and was happy to see the renovations they'd made. More space, elevated stage.
Love when they have dubstep Dj's. Cool venue and nice bartenders. Easy parking around the corner. I wish the acoustics and sound system was better
This venue is so dope. I was hugging the stage which I did not expect at all. Parking is a nightmare but the affordable drinks and good vibes make up for it. Sound is great and the artist I saw; wifisfuneral was amazing. Side note: I ended up going to the Echoplex by mistake but the staff over there was super chill and pointed me in the right direction. Definitely a cool venue to check out.
I went there to see Rochelle Jordan, and l love the venue. I think the staff is friendly, the bathrooms were clean, some spots were hotter than others but I went to the patio to relax and cool down. I really enjoyed watching one of my favorite artists.
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I may be old, uncool, have a creaky body rife with illnesses/conditions; but I was once an avid concert-goer who has dated famous rock stars and also toured/worked in the music industry. I have stories galore but nowadays, I prefer to be at home cuddling with my cat in pajamas. I traded my grandma clothes for some leather on a Monday night to attend my 101st concert (not counting all the ones I've worked) that my friends in the band Hoobastank (yup, I'm friends with them!) were playing at The Echo. I've been to The Echo a few times but it has been quite a number of years so let's revisit with some updates... The Echo is a tiny concert venue that is more on the dive-bar end of things located on Sunset within walking distance of Echo Park Lake - literally, as it is practically around the corner and one can often spot a line for an event on the sidewalk circling toward the lake. The Echo is relatively a baby in the Hollywood concert venue scheme of things only being in circuit since 2001 having been a Latin night club in its previous life. Yet, it has firmly established itself and has been the backdrop to some of the biggest names in popular rock, punk, indie music and even some rap. The Echo has managed to grow an aura of 'cool'. Many of my fellow Yelpers mention difficulty in parking, a lot a couple blocks away and/or having to look for residential parking; but apparently none of these folks went down the side street as there are two huge lots directly behind and adjacent to the venue. I'm talking directly in the back behind the building. Not sure how people missed this? Parking is $2.50 max for the day and is free after 9pm. Careful though, as it requires paying ahead of time at the pay station kiosk and one was broken with no 'out of order' sign so we had to figure it out ourselves and walk to another one. The line for a show starts directly out front by the door which is standard but the entry process has changed since my last time in attendance. First of all, they only allow small bags, clear bags if slightly larger and no backpacks or anything resembling a backpack: my friend had a tiny purse in the shape of a backpack and they didn't allow it. Yet, they told her to go next door to the pizza place and grab a shopping bag because she could put her bag inside the shopping bag and THEN enter. So they allow a shopping bag but not a purse shaped as a backpack... so weird. Next, we had to first have our purses searched, walk through a metal detector and then a metal wand search. Am I at LAX security or a concert? Sheesh! The Echo itself is quite tiny (350 capacity) with the smallest, lowest platform stage and a long bar on the left-hand side. There is no barricade and you are practically on stage if in "1st row" standing. In fact, I was an inch away from the guitarist Dan's pedal board and he nearly kicked me a few times. One of the main complaints everyone, and I'm talking everyone in the audience, had was that it was FREEZING inside. We all had jackets and even huddled together in a rock show audience; we were still icicles. It was December! Turn the heat on or at least the AC off! I'm sure this is great for the performers under the lights and in the summer but it was quite uncomfortable for attendees. The bar is credit/debit only for those who care. No cash. The actual concert experience at The Echo is legit for such a small space. Sound is optimal and akin to larger venues so their sound guy and system is grade A. Lighting is also quite good with the mixture of blues, pinks and house lights. Overall, it is surprisingly better than what you would expect. Staff is also quite chill not acting like attendees are children and didn't even come outside when we hung out with the band on the sidewalk for an hour after the show. The Echo is best summarized as an intimate venue where you can be up-close-and-personal with the act you are seeing versus having to deal with annoying, pretentious staff or a high stage. Just make sure to bring a jacket and
Very small venue. Seems dangerous for bands using the stage. All the instruments and other equipment need lots of space too.
I recently came here to see a sold out show by Hoobastank. First off, parking is behind the building about a block back, if that's full, good luck. The venue is small and intimate and very clean. There's only a few seats to choose from here, but it's about 98% standup. The staff were professional and friendly. For the ladies, pack as light as possible. You will get your bag checked prior to going in. The bar had tons of choices and drinks were reasonably priced. Overall, this is a great venue to see any band.
Oh man this place is awesome Cheap drinks Wasn't overly crowded. 15 dollar tickets to see the fame on fire band with 2 opening bands that were just as awesome. This place was so awesome. The only downside is it's hard to find parking in the area so make sure to come early and your going to be walking a few blocks so beware
Great experience at The Echo! There's free parking near echo lake and there are many parking structures nearby