You know that any club featuring bands called Vomit Bomb and The Pukers on the same night probably isn't a place to take the parents. The Smell is a small, bare-bones warehouse showcasing the best of underground art and music. The club name possibly derives from the musty aroma that hangs in the air as a result of many sweaty people jammed into such limited space, or perhaps it's a reference to the less-than-glamorous location. Leave your delicate sensibilities at home and enjoy fresh talent. Shows are for all ages, so alcohol isn't on the menu but vegan snacks and tea are!
Website: thesmell.org
Phone: (213) 617-1033
Cross Streets: Between E 3rd St/W 3rd St and E 2nd St/W 2nd St
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- Sun Open 24 Hours
247 S Main St Los Angeles, CA 90012 ·2186.97 mi
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yelpThe Smell is the most iconic DIY space for punks, indie kids, and artists in Los Angeles. It's a place for community, self-expression, progressive values, and having fun. It's also non-profit,...
MoreWe showed up here for the first time last night to see an Oakland band we love play their first LA show. Walking into the venue (which must be entered from a remote back alley) people just...
MoreThe venue has always been marketed by word of mouth, and has always seemed like an exclusive place to find new artists. My impression from this was that the venue was somewhat better kept than...
MoreSTEPH JUDGEMENT: An LA institution for all-ages art/performance. I have very mixed feelings about this place. On the one hand, great that they've been able to provide an affordable performance...
MoreBest venue for all things DIY and a great spot to express yourself been going here more frequently than ever for local shows and have had one hell of an experience would recommended anyone looking...
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