✨House of Blues is calling✨
April is officially landing, and we have your soundtrack ready. From raw garage rock in the Voodoo Room to a massive dose of nostalgia at House of Blues, there is no excuse to stay home. We are making sure the San Diego music community stays plugged into the best live sets hitting the city, so grab your tickets and we will see you at the front.
The Thing w/ The Macks & Comedown Lounge
Saturday, April 4 | 7:00 PM | Voodoo Room Prepare for a night of pure rock and roll as Brooklyn’s own The Thing brings their gritty, ’60s-inspired garage sound to the Voodoo Room. Known for a stage presence that feels both classic and dangerously fresh, they are joined by the bluesy, psych-fused energy of The Macks. Local favorites Comedown Lounge open the night, making this a triple-threat lineup for anyone who likes their guitars loud and their energy high.
The Early November & Hellogoodbye
Sunday, April 5 | 7:00 PM | House of Blues It is a dream double-bill for the indie-rock faithful this Sunday at House of Blues. The Early November returns to deliver the raw emotional depth and soaring choruses that defined a generation, paired perfectly with the infectious, synth-pop brilliance of Hellogoodbye. This show is a celebration of two bands that have shaped the landscape of alternative music.
HANABIE. w/ Nekrogoblikon & Enterprise Earth
Thursday, April 9 | 6:00 PM | House of Blues Tokyo’s trailblazing “Harajuku-core” quartet, HANABIE., is bringing their explosive North American tour to San Diego. Expect a wild, high-energy collision of metalcore aggression and colorful J-pop aesthetics. They are joined by the “Goblin Metal” madness of Nekrogoblikon and the heavy-hitting deathcore of Enterprise Earth for a night of maximalist chaos.
Emo Night Brooklyn (18+)
Friday, April 10 | 9:00 PM | House of Blues Dust off the eyeliner and get ready to scream your heart out. Emo Night Brooklyn is taking over the House of Blues for a massive late-night party. This isn’t just a DJ set; it’s a high-voltage celebration of the anthems that defined an era. Come lose your voice to the best of Taking Back Sunday, My Chemical Romance, and more.
EMELINE – Emotional Virgin World Tour 2026
Saturday, April 11 | 7:00 PM | Voodoo Room Rising alt-pop icon EMELINE brings her “Emotional Virgin World Tour” to the Voodoo Room. Known for her bold, unapologetic lyrics and viral hits that explore modern intimacy and self-worth, her live show is an intimate yet powerful experience. Don’t miss your chance to see one of pop’s most honest new voices in an up-close setting.
GWAR w/ Soulfly & King Parrot
Sunday, April 19 | 6:30 PM | House of Blues The Scumdogs of the Universe are back. GWAR returns to San Diego with “Gor Gor Strikes Back,” promising a chaotic, blood-soaked spectacle. The legendary Soulfly, led by Max Cavalera, brings their tribal thrash intensity to the bill, with Australian grindcore masters King Parrot kicking things off. Wear white, bring earplugs, and prepare for battle.
iDKHOW w/ Tommy Ragen
Thursday, April 30 | 7:00 PM | House of Blues Close out the month with the genre-bending brilliance of iDONT KNOW HOW BUT THEY FOUND ME. Dallon Weekes continues to craft a sonic world that blends ’80s new wave, glam rock, and futuristic pop into something entirely unique. They are joined by local prodigy Tommy Ragen, making this a must-see night for fans of innovative, hook-driven music.
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