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Music Video Premiere: The Manx – Before She Was A Moth

Janky Smooth Central Command November 2, 2021

As we all collectively wash away the rubbery layers of grease makeup, corn syrup infused fake blood, and half digested liquor soaked gummy worms we have a brief moment to prepare ourselves for the reality of the coming weeks. True horror rapidly approaches – not in the form of a drugstore Dracula or an obnoxiously ironic pop culture reference – but as a siren’s call perfectly crafted for our capitalist hellscape. The malignant abomination that is Mariah Carey’s All I Want for Christmas Is You will soon be here to soil the crisp fall air and drain away whatever sliver of hope we’ve regained as we’ve begun crawling from the depths of our COVID depression bunkers. Thankfully for you, dear readers/freaks/devotees, Janky Central Command is here with the last line of defense against the smoothing of our brains: we’re talking about a new video premiere from our boys in The Manx! Handcrafted by the artist Monstark, this one is an equally beautiful and grotesque delight and a reminder that refreshing mind melters will always pop up and surprise you when you least expect it. A little note about the video from Sweatband Records: The puppet world of Before She Was a

Photo Recap: Anti-Flag at Lodge Room

Janky Smooth Central Command October 30, 2021

There are numerous punk bands that fall under the banner of Anarcho. From Crass to Rudimentary Peni to Subhumans and so many more. Anti-Flag is the genre’s biggest breakout band though, bringing the sound and politics to a massive audience all around the world to spread the message of saying fuck you to state sponsored oppression. Joining them at this rare, intimate performance at the Lodge Room were Dog Party and Grumpster, two bands on the rise only picking up more steam with this tour. Here are some amazing pics from the show: Photos by: Taylor Wong Anti-Flag Dog Party Grumpster Crowd

Photo Recap: PCW Ultra’s All System Go

Janky Smooth Central Command October 29, 2021

PCW Ultra‘s All Systems Go marked the return of brutality and championship gold to Southern California with an epic set of matches that saw titles exchange hands and blood spilt on the canvas. With appearances from legends, Ron Simmons, Kevin Sullivan and 2 Cold Scorpio, the night celebrated wrestling’s glorious past while fostering the sport’s bright future with plenty of amazing matches from the next generation of talent–Alex Hammerstone defending his heavyweight championship against Alex Kane. Warbeast retained their tag team titles against 5150 but felt the pain after being awarded the win. Viva Van became the new women’s champion and Jai Vidal took home the vacant light heavyweight title. Check out these pics from the epic night of fights. Photos by: Pedro Carrera Guest of honor – Legendary Wrestler Ron Simmons PCW ULTRA Tag Team Title Match: Warbeast (Jacob Fatu & Josef Samael) (c) def 5150 (Danny Limelight & Slice Boogie) PCW ULTRA Heavyweight Title Match: Hammerstone (c) def Alex Kane PCW ULTRA Women’s Title Match: Viva Van def Ruby Raze to become new champion Steve Madison def JTG Jai Vidal & Matt Vandagriff def CLAS & Lucas Riley The Blood Hunter def 2 Cold Scorpio

Take This: Win Two Tickets to Squirrel Nut Zippers at Teragram Ballroom

Janky Smooth Central Command October 28, 2021

Swing has never been more punk than in the hands of Squirrel Nut Zippers. With a new record in the works and plenty of old records to celebrate, this show at Teragram Ballroom is already sold out but we got your hookup. So enter for your chance to hear them perform their entire debut album and then some. THIS SHOW IS SOLD OUT ENTER TO WIN 2 TICKETS TO SQUIRREL NUT ZIPPERS OCTOBER 30TH AT TERAGRAM BALLROOM Step 1- Join Our Newsletter (look for pop up every time you arrive at jankysmooth.com) Step 2 – Tag a Friend in the comment section of our INSTAGRAM or FACEBOOK SQUIRREL NUT ZIPPERS Ticket Giveaway Post WINNER WILL BE SELECTED ON OCTOBER 29TH AT 1PM PST VIA EMAIL CONFIRMATION

Home is Where the Heart is: Phoebe Bridgers at the Greek Theatre

Rob Shepyer October 26, 2021

Words by: Robert Shepyer Photos by: Nicole Busch Artists like Phoebe Bridgers reinvigorate my love of music criticism. The way Phoebe’s tenderness and vulnerability merge with her humor and authenticity makes listening to her feel better than reuniting with a familiar friend because she’s the friend we all wish we had–old and golden, her music summons up the nostalgia of growing up then helps us process the emotional complexity of the past. Having grown up in Los Angeles, real LA recognizes real LA and at these hometown shows, she gave back to the city that shaped her. related content: Community Outreach: Better Oblivion Community Center At The Observatory My first impression of the audience at the Greek was noticing they were mostly comprised of Gen Z lovers and friends, some of whom came dressed head to toe in Phoebe’s unofficial skelly uniform. You get the sense that what Phoebe is going for is making the ultimate soundtrack to suburban American trick or treating. There were a few parents chaperoning and older fans there too because Phoebe is a folk hero, who’s talents are recognized by every age group whether they see Joni Mitchell or Tracey Chapman in her. When I

Take This: Win Two Tickets to Shigeto at 1720

Janky Smooth Central Command October 26, 2021

Shigeto is a genius. His sometimes experimental, sometimes minimalist, always cool jazz creations redefine what the ear expects out of a DJ set. He’s bringing his must-see show to 1720 for what will clearly amount to an unforgettable evening. We’re giving away two tickets to the night, so sign up and go groove. YOU CAN BUY TICKETS HERE or ENTER TO WIN 2 TICKETS TO SHIGETO OCTOBER 27TH AT 1720 Step 1- Join Our Newsletter (look for pop up every time you arrive at jankysmooth.com) Step 2 – Tag a Friend in the comment section of our INSTAGRAM or FACEBOOK SHIGETO Ticket Giveaway Post WINNER WILL BE SELECTED ON OCTOBER 26TH AT 1PM PST VIA EMAIL CONFIRMATION

Take This: Win Two Tickets to Bat For Lashes at Lodge Room

Janky Smooth Central Command October 25, 2021

One of the most beautiful voices and souls in all of music, Natasha Khan is coming to the Lodge Room for a rare Bat For Lashes solo performance. This is going to be one of those shows that sticks with you because her voice and lyrics are going to find a home in your heart. We are blessed to be able to giveaway two tickets to this show. THIS SHOW IS SOLD OUT or ENTER TO WIN 2 TICKETS TO BAT FOR LASHES OCTOBER 26TH AT THE LODGE ROOM Step 1- Join Our Newsletter (look for pop up every time you arrive at jankysmooth.com) Step 2 – Tag a Friend in the comment section of our INSTAGRAM or FACEBOOK BAT FOR LASHES Ticket Giveaway Post WINNER WILL BE SELECTED ON OCTOBER 25TH AT 1PM PST VIA EMAIL CONFIRMATION

Every Night is Halloween: Boys Noize at 1720

Janky Smooth Central Command October 22, 2021

Words and Video by: Michael Melnick Electro-house legend Alex Ridha; or as you know him, Boys Noize; made a pit stop at 1720 warehouse in DTLA last Friday for what would be a more intimate banger than what a DJ of his caliber might be used to playing. Needless to say, the venue was buzzing well before Alex hopped on the decks. Greeted by fans, friends, and a plethora of photographers, there was a clear consensus that 1720 was the place to be that night. Nothing like a dark, grimy warehouse with great sound and production value to compliment the performance of a legend with a cult-following and growing fanbase. related content: Love In The Time Of Covid: Baltra At Don Quixote Celebrating the release of his most recent album: +/- (pronounced Polarity), a 3 hour set of new music had a sold out crowd locked in and dancing like crazy from start to finish. Every Boys Noize performance feels special, because Alex makes them that way. There’s no better feeling than being hyped up by an artist who treats every set like it’s their last–and Boys Noize does just that. It was almost nostalgic hearing new tracks that compliment Alex’s

Take This: Win Two Tickets to Sleigh Bells at Teragram Ballroom

Janky Smooth Central Command October 20, 2021

One of the most unique, noisey and heavy pop bands of all time, Sleigh Bells, is playing two nights at Teragram Ballroom and we’re giving away tickets to see them on 10/22. YOU CAN BUY TICKETS HERE or ENTER TO WIN 2 TICKETS TO SLEIGH BELLS OCTOBER 22ND AT TERAGRAM BALLROOM Step 1- Join Our Newsletter (look for pop up every time you arrive at jankysmooth.com) Step 2 – Tag a Friend in the comment section of our INSTAGRAM or FACEBOOK SLEIGH BELLS Ticket Giveaway Post WINNER WILL BE SELECTED ON OCTOBER 21ST AT 1PM PST VIA EMAIL CONFIRMATION

Take This: Win Two Tickets to Peanut Butter Wolf at The Lodge Room

Janky Smooth Central Command October 19, 2021

The dance party of the decade returns with Highland Park low key legend and master DJ, Peanut Butter Wolf. At Jankysmooth nothing makes us happier than knowing we helped someone dance the night away, so we’re giving away two tickets to this certified banger. YOU CAN BUY TICKETS HERE or ENTER TO WIN 2 TICKETS TO PEANUT BUTTER WOLF OCTOBER 22ND AT LODGE ROOM Step 1- Join Our Newsletter (look for pop up every time you arrive at jankysmooth.com) Step 2 – Tag a Friend in the comment section of our INSTAGRAM or FACEBOOOK PEANUT BUTTER WOLF Ticket Giveaway Post WINNER WILL BE SELECTED ON OCTOBER 21ST AT 1PM PST VIA EMAIL CONFIRMATION

Take This: Win Two Tickets to PCW Ultra’s All Systems Go on 10/22

Janky Smooth Central Command October 18, 2021

The baddest, most brutal, hard-hitting wrestling promotion in Southern California is back for a show that shakes the rafters and gets asses in every seat because on October 22nd, Pacific Coast Wrestling, PCW ULTRA, is coming at you with All Systems Go. DAMN! With veteran star, Ron Simmons serving as the guest of honor, this card packs a stiff punch. L.A.X. featuring Slice Boogie and Danny Limelight take on the Ultra Tag Team Champions, Warbeast comprised of Jacob Fatu and Josef Samael. Viva Van wrestles Ultra Women’s Champion, Ruby Raze, in her race for the gold. And for the first time ever, the Ultra Championship is going to be defended by Alex Hammerstone against Alex Kane. There’s plenty more matches to entertain you and even 2 Cold Scorpio will be in the house to party. We’re giving away a pair of VIP tickets along with meet and greet w/Ron Simmons to one lucky winner of our giveaway. So enter before tickets for All Systems Go are gone. YOU CAN BUY TICKETS HERE or ENTER TO WIN 2 TICKETS TO PCW ULTRA’S ALL SYSTEMS GO OCTOBER 22ND AT ILWU MEMORIAL HALL Step 1- Join Our Newsletter (look for pop up every

Photo Recap: Fuzz at the Teragram Ballroom

Janky Smooth Central Command October 15, 2021

Photos by: Grace Dunn You’ve heard of Sabbath worship but Jankysmooth is guilty of the latest craze the kids are all into, Ty worship. We brought you coverage of his last residency at Teragram only a month ago and now we bring you a photo recap of his sludge metal band Fuzz, ripping up the Teragram Ballroom along with fellow Los Angeles phenomenon, Prettiest Eyes. Fuzz Prettiest Eyes