Benefit concert for immigrant rights, led by Tom Morello of Rage Against the Machine, takes place at Echoplex venue.
Fiery Bash for a Cause: Defend L.A. Benefit Show
It's time to pack the house and raise some hell for a compelling reason! The upcoming Defend L.A. show at the Echoplex on June 16, 2025, is a can't-miss event that brings together some of the most dedicated voices in music and activism.
The legendary Tom Morello, guitarist of Rage Against the Machine and passionate advocate for human rights, will headline the sold-out show. Morello, no stranger to taking a stand against oppressive policies, recently joined anti-ICE marches and rocked an anti-ICE message-emblazoned guitar at the Boston Calling festival.
This fierce night of unity also features like-minded artists such as B-Real of Cypress Hill, Pussy Riot, K.Flay, and a visual artist powerhouse, Shepard Fairey. Adding some boom to the show, The Neighborhood Kids — a rising San Diego hip-hop group documenting life under the threat of immigration raids — will give their most prominent L.A. performance to date. Keeping you entertained between acts will be comedian George Lopez, masterfully guiding the evening's proceedings.
Taking place in the heart of Echo Park, the Defend L.A. show aims to support the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA). In the face of ongoing immigration challenges within our city, this event serves as a call to action for solidarity and resistance.
As downtown L.A. — a hub of recent protests — saw a nighttime curfew over the past weekend, the "No Kings" marches remain predominantly peaceful. While 38 arrests were made in Los Angeles, mostly for curfew violations, the Trump administration has announced plans to expand immigration raids in sanctuary cities like LA.
So, gear up and get ready for a night of music, solidarity, and unwavering resistance. Together, we'll send a loud and clear message: we stand for humanity and immigrant rights in Los Angeles.
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- The Defend L.A. show, with its diverse lineup of artists, comedians, and activists, is more than just an entertainment event – it's a platform for raising awareness about immigration issues.
- Social media platforms have been buzzing with discussions about the Defend L.A. show, with fans eagerly anticipating the powerful performances from Tom Morello, B-Real, Pussy Riot, K.Flay, and others.
- While immigration raids continue to pose a threat, the Defend L.A. show serves as a testament to the resilience of the music and activist communities, as they stand together against oppressive policies.
- As the political landscape shifts, with policy and legislation decisions affecting immigration, music and pop-culture continue to serve as powerful tools for raising awareness and inciting change.
- In a city where war-and-conflicts, crime-and-justice, and general-news stories often dominate headlines, the Defend L.A. show offers a moment of relief and unity within the Los Angeles community.
- The upcoming Defend L.A. show at the Echoplex isn't just a night out for entertainment – it's a rallying cry for human rights, and a call to action for those who believe in the fight for immigrant rights.
- In addition to the powerhouse performances, the Defend L.A. show is also raising funds for the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA), a nonprofit that provides legal services and advocacy for immigrants.
- Amidst ongoing protests, car-accidents, and other issues plaguing the city, the Defend L.A. show offers a glimmer of hope and solidarity, reminding us all that we are stronger together.
