L7 is heading to Santa Ana this July for One Strange Night in Orange County, a stacked ALL-AGES one-day festival that’s bridging generations of punk mayhem. Taking place on Friday, July 19th, the show features a wild lineup of bands, including scene veterans FEAR and fresh, genre-bending chaos from The Garden, Ceremony, Hong Kong Fuck You, and Snow Strippers. It’s a rare mix of old-school fire and new-blood energy — and L7 is thrilled to be right in the middle of it.
PARKING ALERT There’s no site parking. Parking is available at Santa Ana College, 1334 N. Bristol St. (entrance on Bristol St. and Campus Dr. only), with shuttle service provided to and from the event starting an hour before doors open. Door times vary per festival grounds show. Please note that all guests will be directed to Gate 6. Do not park in any of the surrounding lots, as your car may get towed. Rideshare Drop-Off and Pick-Up will be located on Susan St. No pick-ups or drop-offs are allowed on Harbor Blvd or directly in front of the venue on Lake Center Dr.
In 1981, photographer Jennifer Finch, now best known as an essential member of the legendary L7 captured a landmark live performance by FEAR and The Stains at Devonshire Downs, a genre-defining moment in the early Los Angeles punk scene. Her black-and-white images from that night reflect the irreverence and energy that defined the cultural movement to come.
Finch, “Lee Ving’s presence was more than a performance, it was a provocation, both an instigator and a catalyst. Fear are a genre-shaping act that pushed the definition of punk outward, showcasing parody and intelligence beyond the music itself.”
Now, over four decades later, Finch returns to the stage, not behind the lens, but with L7, joining FEAR once again on a stacked One Strange Night In Orange County lineup at the Observatory Festival Grounds in Santa Ana. This full-circle moment bridges generations of punk, celebrating the legacy of bands that helped shape a sound, a look, and a defiant cultural stance that still resonates. Archival images from that 1981 show will be shared as part of this collaboration—reminding us that punk isn’t nostalgia. It’s endurance.
Forty years. That’s wild even to say out loud, let alone type. But here we are—L7 celebrating four decades of making noise together. And what better way to mark the occasion than throwing a party in our hometown of Los Angeles? On Saturday, October 3rd, we’ll be hitting The Belasco stage in DTLA alongside two bands that feel like old friends and family: New York City’s Lunachicks and Brazil’s CSS.
It’s been a whole year since our last L.A. show—Fast and Frightening Festival last October—and we’ve been itching to get back on stage here. L.A. is where it all started for us: the DIY shows, the late nights, the sweat and grit. And playing with Lunachicks again? We haven’t shared a stage with them since the early ’90s. That’s a reunion long overdue. CSS brings a whole other energy to the night—global punk spirit with their brand of Brazilian pop-electro-rock flavor.
This isn’t just another gig—it’s a celebration of L7’s history, the bands we’ve crossed paths with, and the city that raised us.
40 years strong: Celebrating four decades since L7 first formed in Los Angeles.
Hometown roots: First L.A. show since October’s Fast and Frightening Festival, back in DTLA where it all began.
Lunachicks reunion: First time sharing a bill with Lunachicks since the early 1990s—a serious full-circle moment.
Global connection: Welcoming CSS from Brazil, representing L7’s influence across borders and generations.
Community and history: Honoring L7’s place in L.A.’s punk and rock scene alongside old friends and new fans.
HUGE thanks to Pitchfork and Flood for the coverage of this event!
Expect old-school vibes, loud amps, and zero patience for sitting still. We’re showing up ready to deliver the kind of show that reminds everyone why we’ve lasted this long: guts, humor, volume, and community. We hope to see familiar faces and new ones too, all ready to throw down with us.
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Earlier this year, I had the chance to step into a different role—giving tours at the Punk Rock Museum in Vegas. Walking people through the space, sharing stories, and seeing their faces light up at the history packed into those walls was seriously cool. One of my favorite moments was donating my old Ghost bass to the museum—yeah, that bass. It felt right knowing it’s now part of punk history, where fans from all over can see it up close. And in March, I got to be part of the Museum’s second anniversary roundtable alongside legends like Fat Mike, George Stephanopoulos, Jack Grisham, Kevin Lyman, and Edward Colver. Swapping stories, cracking each other up, and just celebrating two years of this punk rock time capsule—it was a reminder that even after all these years, this community still means everything to me. Zrocker and Yahoo News have a great review of the weekend!
Brazil with Garbage & The Monics
Photography by Diego Castanho – IG: @diegocastanho
Kicking off our 2025 run, L7 hit Brazil this past March alongside Garbage and The Monics. The reviews coming out of those shows have been seriously humbling—words like ferocious, tight as hell, and timeless have been floating around. Whiplash caught on about how much we love visiting Brazil, from São Paulo to Rio. Write-ups mentioning how our sound still feels as urgent today as it did in the ‘90s… that’s the kind of review that keeps a band fired up and grateful.
Little Steven’s Underground Garage Cruise
Photography by Karla Moheno – IG: @karlarosem
Fast forward to May, where we set sail on Little Steven’s Underground Garage Cruise from Miami to Nassau. It was our first time playing on a cruise ship, and the vibe was electric in a whole different way. The Los Angeles Times was even on board and had some nice words to share about the event in their review. Journalists and blogs mentioned how cool it was to see punk, garage, and alt-country bands share a stage, and how L7’s set felt like a standout moment of the trip. A lot of people highlighted our connection with the crowd, and honestly, that was mutual. We thought so too.
Motoblot 2025
Photography by The Rebel Queens crew – IG: @rebelqueensband
A few weeks back, L7 had the honor of ripping it up in Chicago as part of the inaugural Motoblot Festival, and let me just say—they nailed it. Everything ran tight and professional, which doesn’t always happen with new events. From the second we rolled in, the vibe was pure Chicago: loud, real, and ready to rock. The crowd brought serious heat, singing along, jumping around, and giving us that wild Midwest energy we love. Between the killer bands, the bikes, and catching up with old friends in the scene, it felt like exactly where we were meant to be. Big thanks to everyone who made Motoblot happen—we’d jump on board again in a heartbeat.
A Year of Loud Praise
Overall, 2025 has been shaping up as a year full of loud praise and louder shows. Whether it’s major outlets or smaller fan blogs, there’s been a genuine appreciation for how L7 keeps showing up—no frills, all fire. Huge thanks to everyone writing about these shows, snapping photos, and sharing their words. It means a lot. And if you’ve got a review or memory from one of our gigs this year, tag us or drop a line. We see you. To see other L7 2025 Tour Dates and Shows, click here.
