Jennifer Finch

Tag: Donita Sparks

  • L7 Celebrates their 40th Anniversary in Los Angeles this October.

    L7 Celebrates their 40th Anniversary in Los Angeles this October.

    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.

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    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.

    GET TICKETS HERE

    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.

    To see other L7 2025 Tour Dates and Shows, click here.

    @l7theband, @lunachicksofficial, @cssmusic, @thebelascola

    #l7theband #lunachicks #css #canseidesersexy #punkrock #punkrockwomen #40thanniversary #suzigardner #deeplakas #jenniferfinch #donitasparks #theokagan #ginavolpe #beckywreck #saopaolo #newyork #losangeles

  • South Sound Block Party 2025 Essential Guide

    South Sound Block Party 2025 Essential Guide

    The South Sound Block Party in Olympia is about to get loud this August when L7 hits the stage on August 22nd! This high-energy festival delivers a stacked lineup of punk, rock n’ roll, and eclectic artists, all coming together in the heart of Washington’s capital. With multiple stages and a full day of music, the South Sound Block Party is the perfect setting for L7 to unleash their signature raw power. Children under the Age of 12 can attend FREE.

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    The Port of Olympia (Northpoint)
    606 Columbia St NW Olympia, WA 98501
    info@southsoundblockparty.com

    Directions via Google Maps

    FREE PARKING is available for general admission ticket holders; it’s first-come, first-served. Bike parking is next to the box office, and VIP pass holders receive designated parking upon arrival. Visit South Sound and the Port of Olympia online for more information.

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    WHAT SHOULD YOU EXPECT?

    Expect a heavy dose of riffs, rage, and a crowd ready to tear it up! L7 are especially excited to hit the stage in a town that’s been a hub for independent music and activism for decades. It’s always a thrill to reconnect with fans who’ve followed L7’s journey since the early days, and Olympia promises to deliver that electric vibe only the Pacific Northwest can provide. If you’re anywhere near Washington this summer, don’t miss your chance to join the party — see you in the pit.

    SET TIMES – Friday (August 22nd)
    L7 = 9:25 p.m.
    Thunderpussy = 8:25 p.m.
    Mike Love = 7:30 p.m.
    Khatumu = 6:45 p.m.
    Boy Deluxe = 6:00 p.m.
    Midnight High = 5:15 p.m.
    Kate Dinsmore = 4:30 p.m.
    Temper = 3:45 p.m.
    DOORS = 3:00 p.m.

    #SouthSoundBlockParty #Olympia #PunkRock #AlternativeRock #WashingtonState #L7theband #L7 #jenniferfinch #deeplakas #donitasparks #suzigardner #Bratmobile #Thunderpussy #MikeLove #Mihali #TeamDresch #SoulsWornThin #MidnightHigh #SunAtoms #LukeBorchelt #KateDinsmore #Coaster #CarlileFamilyBand #Temper #TheBedHeads #DanniRose

    @l7theband @therealbratmobile @southsoundblockparty @thunderpussiez @temperband_ @teamdresch @thecarlilefamilyband @mihalimusic @lukeborchelt @mikelovemusic @portofolympia @midnighthighband @dannirosej @thebeadheadsmusic @sun_atoms @coaster_509 @souls_worn_thin

  • A Strange Night Behind The Orange Curtain In July

    A Strange Night Behind The Orange Curtain In July

    If you told me that one day, L7 would share a bill with Lee Ving and a band from Tijuana called Hong Kong Fuck You, I’d probably have laughed you out of the room. But here we are—One Strange Night in Orange County—a wild, one-day blowout in Santa Ana with a lineup that looks like a chaotic mixtape spanning decades of punk music. And it’s in its second installment! L7’s honored to be one of the older guard on this bill, alongside the iconic FEAR, whom I saw and shot in the Hollywood punk scene’s salad days.

    This event is more like a generational fist bump. You’ve got bands like local weirdos The Garden, Rohnert Park’s heavy hitters Ceremony, Detroit’s own electro-punks Snow Strippers, and the blast beats of Hong Kong Fuck You bringing their spin to punk’s ever-mutating DNA, while FEAR and L7 come in hot with our bruises, battle jackets, and loud-ass amps. I love that there’s no weird divide—just an all-out celebration of what happens when guitars get loud, drums get faster, and people decide they’ve had enough of sitting still. Punk never belonged to one era—it’s a living organism that keeps regenerating, even if it occasionally throws up on itself. Did I mention this is an all-ages event?

    I can’t wait to hit Observatory and tear the roof off this thing! Whether you’re new to the pit or have been circle dancing since before cell phones, get sweaty with us! It’s gonna be loud, it’s gonna be weird, and it’s gonna be one hell of a strange night—in the best way possible. TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE HERE.

    ONE STRANGE NIGHT IN ORANGE COUNTY
    The Garden
    Snow Strippers
    Ceremony
    L7
    FEAR
    Hong Kong Fuck You

    @l7theband, @_thegarden_, @snowstrippers, @ceremony, @fearleevingofficial, @hongkongfuckedyou

    #l7theband #thegarden #snowstrippers #ceremony #rohnertpark #leeving #feartheband #hongkongfuckyou #hkfy #santaana #orangecounty #observatoryoc

    To see additional L7 2025 Tour Dates and Shows, click here.

  • Motoblot x L7: Bringing the Noise Back to Chicagoland on June 28th!

    Motoblot x L7: Bringing the Noise Back to Chicagoland on June 28th!

    Next month, L7 returns to the Midwest to tear up the stage along the Chicago riverfront at Motoblot Festival with our friends Face to Face, Olivia Jean, The Darts, and tons more. This city has a special place in our heart with our history, and we always deliver to one of the most electric crowds in the country. They really give us so much whenever we touchdown, and it’s a HUGE reason why it’s so special to always come back!

    L7’s History In Chicago

    Now, let me take you back for a sec (alright….longer than that)—L7 has played many Chicago stages. The city has always had a unique vibe since we were just a bunch of kids trying to make noise in the bigger venues. It’s the home of some of the most die-hard fans who’ve stood by us, and we always felt like we were playing for people who get it. Whether it’s at Metro, Aragon Ballroom, or the House of Blues, we’ve had some unforgettable moments there—and you know we’re about to add another one to that list at The Salt Shed. The full lineup for each night is available here.

    L7 Live In West Town

    Motoblot isn’t just any festival—it’s a celebration of rock ‘n’ roll, punk, DIY, bikes, and the garage culture we love. This lineup is stacked, and we can’t wait to get in there, rev up the crowd, and let loose. It’s all about energy, noise, and unapologetic fun, and trust me, we’ll be bringing it all. If you’ve seen us play in Chicago before, you know the drill—expect loud guitars, sweat dripping, and a room full of people losing their minds. If you haven’t… well, now’s your chance to experience it! TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE HERE.

    Motoblot 2025 Lineup

    • L7
    • Face To Face
    • The Darts
    • Olivia Jean
    • The Soapgirls
    • The Jett Girls
    • The Chop Tops
    • The Hi-Jivers
    • The Beat Creeps
    • The Krank Daddies
    • Soraia
    • The Rebel Queens
    • Three Blue Teardrops

    @l7theband, @facetofacemusic, @thedartsus, @oliviajeanmusic, @the.soapgirls, @thejettgirls, @thechoptops, @the_hijivers, @the_beat_creeps, @thekrankdaddies, @soraiarocks, @rebelqueensband, @3blueteardrops

    #L7 #FacetoFace #TheDarts #OliviaJean #TheChopTops #PunkRock #GarageRock #Bikes #Motorcycles #L7Live #Chicago2025 #Midwest #RocknRoll #SeeYouInChicago

    To see other L7 2025 Tour Dates and Shows, click here.