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The Echo (venue)

The Echo is an American music venue and nightclub, located in the Echo Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, California. For 14 years, it hosted Funky Sole, an all-vinyl 1960s funk-and-soul dance party.[1] The venue is also known for their punk rock shows.

The Echo
Hotel Cinema performing live at The Echo in Echo Park (Los Angeles) California on Saturday April 5th, 2014.
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Address1822 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90026
LocationEcho Park, Los Angeles, California, United States
Coordinates34°4′40″N 118°15′36″W / 34.07778°N 118.26000°W / 34.07778; -118.26000
TypeConcert venue and Nightclub
Capacity350
Opened2001
Website
attheecho.com

History

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The Echo opened in 2001. Prior to that, the space was used as a Latin-themed restaurant/nightclub. The front of the building still sports the original name "Nayarit."

In 2019, it was announced that Spaceland Productions, who owned and operated The Echo, The Echoplex, and other venues was sold to Live Nation Entertainment.[1]

Notable performers

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Individuals

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Groups

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The 2009 film Crossing Over starring Harrison Ford, Sean Penn, Ashley Judd, and Ray Liotta shot scenes on location at The Echo nightclub in Echo Park.[2]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b Jackson, Nate (September 25, 2021). "Popular L.A. club night Funky Sole stops the music at the Echo after 14 years". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved June 12, 2024.
  2. ^ Welkos, Robert W. (May 4, 2008). "SUMMER SNEAKS / THE DIRECTORS; the subject hits close to home". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved June 12, 2024 – via ProQuest.
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