NEWS

Tonight, your remedy for that cubical-loathing case of the Mondays is at the Viper Room as they bring you a stellar lineup of rock with Diamond Baby featuring Ace Harper (Darling Stilettos) and Matt Sorum (Guns N’ Roses/Velvet Revolver), Zero 1 featuring actor/comedian Hal Sparks and Awaken The Empire. Doors open at 8 p.m. Tickets are $10. www.viperroom.com

PICK OF THE WEEK: “The Princess of Rock and Roll” Lisa Marie Presley makes a rare live appearance this Tuesday, June 26 at The Roxy Theatre. Don’t miss this intimate performance by the Graceland heiress as she tours on her new critically acclaimed record Storm & Grace.  Doors open 7 p.m. Tickets are $20. www.theroxyonsunset.com

Now that those balmy summer nights have finally arrived, spend them poolside at The Standard hotel this Wednesday, June 27 as they bring you the oh so apropos sounds of Desert Nights. This week the curated series brings you unplugged performances by The Sister Ruby Band, Javier Dunn and Broken Anchor. Performances begin at 7:30 p.m. This event is free!  www.standardhotels.com/Hollywood

This Thursday, June 18 BLT Steak is cooking up a chef dinner at the Sunset Strip Market. Stop by and enjoy a farm fresh “market-to-table” menu as well as local beer and wine offerings. It’s the best place to stock up on produce and meat for your weekend summer barbecues. For those who pick up fresh fruits and veggies, head on over to The Den after your shopping and the bartenders will turn those fresh delights into a seasonal cocktail as part of their Market Mixology program! Now that’s a fun way to drink your veggies. For more information about the Sunset Strip Market, including a listing of farmers and this week’s chef dinner menu, visit www.sunsetstripmarket.com.  www.thedenofhollywood.com

Return to The Viper Room this Friday, June 29 for a triple threat bill featuring celebrated local faves Sabrosa Purr, Golden State and Kill The Complex—musicians’ musicians who never fail to stun even the most jaded of L.A. music snobs. Doors open 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $12 advance/$15 day of show for this 21 and older event.  www.viperroom.com

Saturday, June 30 get your pop punk on at the MxPx 20th Anniversary Show at House of Blues Sunset. With nine studio albums, four EPs, and 20 singles to their credit, the skate punk staples are showing no signs of slowing down. Doors open 7 p.m. Tickets are $25 advance/$27.50 day of show. This event is all ages. www.hob.com

Summer is officially here. Katana is celebrating the warmer temperatures with the return of their seasonal “Red Sun BBQ” series on Sunday, July 1. Enjoy summer cocktails and a special menu on their outdoor patio. DJs add to the party atmosphere. Red Sun BBQ is every Sunday night from 6-11:30 p.m. www.katanala.com

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--@brentXmendoza