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On April 27, 2013, The Rolling Stones proved once again that stadium legends can still shake a tiny club to its foundations. Their surprise $20 show at the Echoplex in Los Angeles turned a 700-capacity venue into rock’s hottest address overnight. Announced only hours earlier, the gig felt like a glorious ambush for lucky fans. With Mick Jagger and company tearing through classics, plus Mick Taylor adding extra spark, it was chaos in the best way. No phones, no endless filming, just pure live music (apparently civilization once worked that way…)
Los Angeles, USA, April 27, 2013 (warm-up show) Unconfirmed serlist: You Got Me Rocking/ Respectable/ She’s So Cold/ Live with Me/ Street Fighting Man/ That’s How Strong My Love Is/ Little Queenie/ Just My Imagination/ Miss You/ Love in Vain/ Midnight Rambler/ Start Me Up/ Brown Sugar/ Jumpin’ Jack Flash
A Legendary Surprise: The Rolling Stones at Echoplex
On April 27, 2013 The Rolling Stones delivered an unforgettable surprise performance at the Echoplex in Los Angeles. Announced just hours before the show via Twitter, tickets were sold for $20 at the El Rey Theatre through a lottery system, drawing hundreds of fans eager for a chance to see the legendary band in an intimate setting. The 700-capacity venue was filled with anticipation as Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Ronnie Wood, and Charlie Watts took the stage. The band opened with You Got Me Rockingand proceeded to play a 14-song set that included classics like Street Fighting Man, Miss You andStart Me Up.
An Intimate Night of Rock ‘n’ Roll
The performance was notable not only for its surprise nature but also for its raw energy and the band’s connection with the audience. Former Stones guitarist Mick Taylor joined the band for renditions of Love in Vainand Midnight Rambler, adding to the night’s special atmosphere .
The absence of cameras and smartphones allowed fans to fully immerse themselves in the experience, creating a unique and nostalgic concert environment. The Echoplex show served as a warm-up for the Stones’ U-S. leg of the 50 & Counting tour, which kicked off a week later at the Staples Center. This rare club performance reminded fans and critics alike of The Rolling Stones’ enduring appeal and their ability to deliver powerful performances, regardless of the venue size.
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