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Best Upcoming Concerts This Fall 2017 In Los Angeles

As summer turns into fall, it doesn't mean the fun is over. In Los Angeles, there are always tons of exciting activities and events to attend. This fall, take advantage of concerts around L.A. by some of the best acts in the world!
M.C. Hammer
NASHVILLE, TN - SEPTEMBER 28: MC Hammer perfprms onstage at the Tailgate Party during Day 2 of the IEBA 2014 Conference on September 28, 2014 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Terry Wyatt/Getty Images for IEBA)

M.C. Hammer
STAPLES Center
1111 S Figueroa St
Los Angeles, CA 90015
www.staplescenter.com
Date: September 8, 2017

Remember the "U Can't Touch This" singer M.C. Hammer? Well, he's back! Performing at the STAPLES Center, get your groove on with this hip hop star. The concert will feature Keyshia Cole, Goapele, V Bozeman and Oakland Fight Club too! Expect to hear his most popular songs from his hey day.

Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival 2013 - Day 2 - Show
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Eric Clapton
The Forum
3900 W Manchester Blvd
Inglewood, CA 90305
www.ticketmaster.com
Dates: September 13 - 18, 2017

Eric Clapton is the only three-time inductee to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The English rock and blues guitarist has been heralded as the best guitarist of our time. Along with his mesmerizing guitar solos and ballads, Clapton has captivated crowds since the 1960's with songs like "Tears In Heaven," "Layla," and many more.

the xx music band
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The XX
The Forum
3900 W Manchester Blvd
Inglewood, CA 90305
www.ticketmaster.com
Dates: September 29, 2017

With their dark and mesmerizing sound, The XX came out captivating crowds when they launched in 2005. The English indie group, led by Romy Croft, Oliver Sim and Jamie Smith, are extremely well known these days. You can't play the Forum if you're not.

Tom Petty & The Heartbreaks At Fonda Theatre
(credit: TomPetty.com)

Tom Petty
Hollywood Bowl
2301 N Highland Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90068
www.hollywoodbowl.com
Dates: September 21 & 22, 2017

Seeing the legendary Tom Petty at the iconic Hollywood Bowl is a once in a lifetime chance. Petty, who has delighted crowds since his breakout in the 1970's, is most known for songs like "Free Fallin," "You Don't Know How It Feels," and "I Won't Back Down," has not put out a new album since 2006, but fans should visit this show to hear Petty and his classics sung all night long at this iconic L.A. venue.

Depeche Mode Global Spirit Tour
Lead singer Dave Gahan of the British band Depeche Mode performs at the 11th Alive Festival in Oeiras, near Lisbon on July 8, 2017. / AFP PHOTO / PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA (Photo credit should read PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA/AFP/Getty Images)

Depeche Mode Global Spirit Tour
Hollywood Bowl
2301 N Highland Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90068
www.hollywoodbowl.com
Dates: October 12, 14, 16, 18, 2017

Depeche Mode, one of modern music's most important bands throughout the past several decades, is hitting the Hollywood Bowl for several shows for their Global Spirit Tour. The British electronic band continues to draw huge crowds and is one you certainly should see live whether you've seen them in the past or not. Depeche Mode put out several remix albums in 2017, but expect to hear hits like "Just Can't Get Enough."

Zac Brown Band nominated for Vocal Group Of The Year
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Zac Brown Band
Hollywood Bowl
2301 N Highland Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90068
www.hollywoodbowl.com
Dates: October 28 & 29, 2017

Three-time Grammy award winning artists Zac Brown Band have revolutionized country music and have become one of the most popular acts for country music fans and those that never knew they loved the country genre so much. With a laid back tone, the band became famous for hit albums like "The Foundation," with hits like "Toes," "Chicken Fried" and "Highway 20 Ride." But, the Band will be hitting the road this fall in support of their latest album, "Welcome Home," which features hits like "Roots."

Jeremy Scott And Katy Perry Hand Print Ceremony At TCL Chinese IMAX Forecourt
(Photo by Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images)

Katy Perry - "Witness The Tour"
STAPLES Center
1111 S Figueroa St
Los Angeles, CA 90015
www.staplescenter.com
Date: November 7, 8 & 10

In support of her latest album "Witness," released on June 9th, Katy Perry will making a stop along her world tour in Los Angeles for three dates in early November. The pop superstar has been known to put on quite a performance in years past, so fans can expect nothing short of incredible dance moves, fireworks, and an exciting atmosphere along with top songs like "Wide Awake," "Dark Horse," as well as new hits from her latest album like "Swish Swish," and "Bon Apetit."

Guns N Roses
(Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for Coachella)

Guns N' Roses
STAPLES Center
1111 S Figueroa St
Los Angeles, CA 90015
www.staplescenter.com
Date: November 24, 2017

When Guns N' Roses comes to town, it inevitably becomes a big event. This fall, the iconic 80's band will hit the stage at the STAPLES Center for a show you won't want to miss. Along with Axl Rose, Slash, Duff McKagan and the others will perform for one night only in what is expected to be an incredible show. The band hasn't come out with new hits for almost 10 years, but fans of this band undoubtedly will want to hear the classics. Expect to hear everything from "Sweet Child O' Mine," "Welcome To The Jungle," "Paradise City," and "Knockin' On Heaven's Door" to "November Rain" and many others!

Jordan Schlecter is the editor for CBSLA's "Best of Los Angeles" & "Best of Orange County"
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