A rock concert is the only place to see the latest advances in guitar showmanship, like using long, lit sparklers as guitar strings, and destroying the axe at show's end with a jackhammer. Catch the latest in explosive guitar action with today's Groupon: for $10, you get two tickets to a show at The Roxy Theatre, located on Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood. This deal is not valid for sold-out and non-ticketed shows, but is good for any other show within 90 days purchasing this deal.

Hosting both on-the-rise and renowned acts, the historic Roxy has become a regular hangout and go-to venue for touring bands, comedians, and performance artists. Peruse the calendar for the sound-wave-slinging show that most intrigues your ears. Notable upcoming shows include legendary 2 Tone ska group The English Beat (September 4), the experimental pop of Cloud Cult (September 22), and haunting Mexican singer-songwriter Ely Guerra (September 29). Party seekers will get down on the Roxy's open dance floor, while music junkies can appreciate the venue's second-to-none acoustics, which are so crisp you can hear the lead singer thinking.

Since opening in 1973, The Roxy Theatre has become a sacred, must-see venue for any music fan. The theatre's first show featured folksy mentalist magician Neil Young, and famous concerts such as Bruce Springsteen's 1975 performance and Guns N' Roses' pre-fame shows have bolstered its stellar reputation for spotlighting up-and-coming indie, rock, and soul talent. Concertgoers must call the Roxy box office at least 72 hours in advance to claim their tickets.

Reviews

Citysearchers give The Roxy Theatre an average of four stars, and Yelpers give the classic venue an average of 3.5 stars. Frommer's also recommends it:

• Veteran record producer/executive Lou Adler opened this Sunset Strip club in the mid-1970s with concerts by Neil Young and a lengthy run of the pre-movie Rocky Horror Show. Since then, it's remained among the top showcase venues in Hollywood. – Frommer's
• … you really can't beat a place without a bad siteline [sic] in the room and drinks that are cheaper than most clubs or bars in Hollywood that are definitely not watered down... Don't wait to check out a show here because it is the absolute in LA! – cohostsummer, Citysearch