Name: Brandon Flowers
Start: 2026-09-04T20:00:00
Location: The Ford

Brandon Flowers

The Ford

Writing with extraordinary insight balanced by empathy and care, Ani DiFranco is an icon for those who find that society’s boundaries have been drawn to exclude them. Her latest album, 2024’s Unprecedented Sh!t, is a poignant political and social commentary, with songs that serve as civil rights rallying cries, calls to action for reproductive freedom, and harnessing the power of identity without being overwhelmed—all set to the captivating alchemy of folk, soul, and jazz-pop that’s made her one of the most beloved singer-songwriters of her generation. 

Ani DiFranco with Special Guest Valerie June

Helado Negro’s experimental pop has been hailed by Pitchfork for having “the breeziest vibe in town.” Reyna Tropical’s Afro-Indigenous drum patterns and environmental samples give their music a rhythmic, hip-swaying tropical feel. The two acclaimed artists come together as Helado Tropical, channeling their sun-drenched tenderness into sound. Built from guitars, drum machines, and synths, their nine-song collaborative album Helado Tropical lives somewhere between ambient and rhythmic, intimate and expansive. Together, they resist expectations on what Latin music should sound like, how it should feel, and what stories it should tell.

Helado Tropical Helado Negro & Reyna Tropical

Tercera Raíz (“third root” in Spanish) honors the African diaspora’s vital contributions to Mexican culture and illuminates its impact on the country’s history, music, dance, and daily life.

While Mexico’s Indigenous and Spanish roots are widely recognized, its African influence has often been overlooked. This production reclaims its “third root,” giving voice to Afro-Mexican communities and their enduring legacy.

Through dynamic dance, vibrant music, and storytelling, Tercera Raíz not only honors the past but also engages with contemporary issues of visibility, inclusion, and unity. It’s a performance and a movement—Tercera Raíz celebrates and reaffirms Afro-Mexican heritage as an essential, living part of Mexico’s identity.

Tercera Raíz

Get ready for an unforgettable night of straight lyrical heat! The legendary Flypoet All-Star Spoken Word & Music Summer Classic is back—and it’s louder, bolder, and doper than ever. This isn’t your average poetry night. Flypoet brings only the best of the best—think Grammy nominees, HBO-featured artists, and national spoken word champs, all hittin’ the mic with bars that’ll blow your mind and vibes that’ll lift your soul. Oh, and did we mention? We’re dropping a surprise celebrity musical guest into the mix backed by a live band. You never know who might pop out!

Flypoet Summer Classic

Immerse yourself in the beauty of traditional Armenian music performed in a stunning outdoor theater as Element Band marks another milestone in their musical journey in this legendary venue.

Established in 2005 by Ara Dabandjian, Element Band has become a leading force in bringing Armenian music to audiences around the world. Through thoughtful arrangements and rich instrumentation, Dabandjian has created a sound that resonates across generations, reviving and preserving songs that might otherwise have faded away.

Element Band: Pyur

Brandon Flowers celebrates the release of his new solo album, Thrasher, with a special performance at The Ford on September 4th. His most personal work yet! The album blends Americana, family, and self-discovery.

¡Viva La Tradición! LA’s Mujeres Divinas is a vibrant, all-women-led celebration honoring the voices, stories, and legacy of women in mariachi. At the heart of the evening, Las Colibrí revive the romance and elegance of early mariachi with their all-string sound and rich vocal harmonies. They are joined by Mariachi Las Catrinas and Grupo Bella, led by Grammy-winning vocalist and composer Vanessa Ramirez, in a powerful showcase of artistry and sisterhood. Ballet Folklórico Ollín completes the experience with breathtaking dance, illuminating the beauty and diversity of Mexico’s cultural traditions.

¡Viva La Tradición! LA’s Mujeres Divinas with Las Colibrí, Mariachi Las Catrinas & Grupo Bella

The Filharmonic is an internationally recognized Filipino American a cappella group known for their appearances on NBC’s The Sing-Off, in Pitch Perfect 2, and on The Late Late Show. Their high-energy show features innovative vocal arrangements of today’s biggest hits, nostalgic favorites, and culturally inspired mashups, blending pop, R&B, and hip-hop with signature humor and audience interaction. With world-class vocals and dynamic stage presence, The Filharmonic delivers an engaging, family-friendly concert experience that celebrates music, culture, and community.

The Filharmonic: LA Cover to Cover

“Flamenco Ambassador” María Bermúdez returns to The Ford with Flamenco! Convivencias. Spanish for coexistence or building of community, Convivencias brings together dancers and musicians from Spain and Southern California for an evening of passion and drama. Featuring flutist Juan and violinist Bernardo Parrilla, from one of Jerez de la Frontera’s legendary flamenco families, alongside powerhouse singer Carmen Grilo, and an international gathering of stunning musicians and dancers, Convivencias celebrates flamenco as a universal language through a deeply moving, profoundly expressive, and exhilarating performance.

Flamenco! María Bermúdez's Convivencias

Award-winning Colombian Canadian artist Lido Pimienta transforms The Ford with an immersive live performance centered around her groundbreaking new album La Belleza. Blending orchestral arrangements, electronic textures, choral soundscapes, and Afro-Caribbean influences, Pimienta creates a haunting and deeply emotional musical world unlike anything else in contemporary music today.

Inspired by classical composition and Gregorian chant yet built through experimental production tools and fearless artistic intuition, La Belleza represents a striking evolution for the internationally acclaimed artist behind Miss Colombia and the Polaris Prize-winning La Papessa.

Pan-American Sounds

In 2023, Paris Paloma’s feminist rallying cry “Labour” blew up on TikTok. Comparisons to female powerhouse vocalists such as Florence Welsh and Kate Bush followed, along with her 2024 album Cacophony, a “debut [that] swings big, tackling themes of death and patriarchal oppression through earthy imagery and dense alt-pop arrangements” (Pitchfork). She’s since opened for Florence + The Machine on the Everybody Scream tour and released the single “Miyazaki,” which takes on both AI and climate change with Paloma’s trademark blend of nuanced social consciousness and anthemic songwriting. Making her Ford debut, the British singer-songwriter invites us to enter her world, “one built on community, love, support and believing in fairies (which Paloma lovingly calls her group of fans)” (Forbes).

Paris Paloma: The Fatal Flaw Tour

Singer. Songwriter. Producer. Guitarist. Visionary. Prince was a once-in-a-generation artist whose influence reshaped music, style, performance, and popular culture. Ten years after his passing, Bilal and DJ Rashida come together for an inspired tribute to the Purple One, honoring the songs, spirit, and creative freedom of an icon whose impact continues to reverberate across generations.