Hellogoodbye in Los Angeles

About Hellogoodbye

Hellogoodbye formed in 2001 in Huntington Beach, California, with Forrest Kline as the primary creative force. They're best known for their 2006 debut album 'Zombies! Aliens! Vampires! Dinosaurs!' which spawned the indie pop-punk hit 'Here In Your Arms,' a song that somehow became ubiquitous on MySpace and early YouTube despite its jangling, almost twee sensibilities. The track's infectious energy and Kline's breathy vocals defined a particular strain of mid-2000s pop-punk that was equal parts earnest and ironic. Beyond that one big moment, Hellogoodbye continued churning out albums with diminishing mainstream attention, but maintained a devoted cult following who appreciated Kline's songwriting approach—simultaneously clever and heartfelt, nerdy and romantic. They've become something of a comfort band for millennials who grew up with their music on scene playlists and Warped Tour lineups.

Their shows tend toward the enthusiastic and self-aware, with crowds that actually know the words to deeper cuts. Kline performs with dry, understated stage presence, letting the music do the work. Expect singalongs and genuine affection from attendees, though the energy is more earnest than raucous.

Known for Here In Your Arms, Chemicals, Everlong, Shattered, Baby It's Fact

Hellogoodbye + Los Angeles

Hellogoodbye has maintained a steady presence in Los Angeles over the years, playing to devoted fans who've stuck with them through their pop-punk evolution. Most recently, the band took the stage at Chain Reaction in June 2025, delivering a set that leaned into their catalog's infectious hooks and earnest melodicism. The Orange County natives have always found a home in Southern California venues, where audiences still connect with songs like 'Here in Your Arms' and the band's knack for crafting songs that sound effortless but land hard. Chain Reaction, a venue known for its intimacy, proved the right setting for Hellogoodbye to remind LA why they've remained relevant across multiple musical eras.

Hellogoodbye in Los Angeles News

• Hellogoodbye & The Early November Announce Co-Headline Tour idobi · Jan 9, 2026
• Hellogoodbye and The Early November Announce "20 Years Young" Joint Tour Celebrating Iconic 2006 Albums Hoodline · Nov 24, 2025
• 2 pop-punk bands to celebrate 20th anniversary on joint tour Syracuse.com · Nov 23, 2025
• The Early November & Hellogoodbye announce 2026 tour BrooklynVegan · Nov 20, 2025
• The Romany Rye – How It Goes Paste Magazine · Apr 22, 2023

Live Music in Los Angeles

Los Angeles's pop-punk and emo-adjacent scenes have evolved considerably since Hellogoodbye emerged, but the city remains a stronghold for artists working in that melodic, emotionally direct vein. Venues like Chain Reaction continue to host bands that prioritize songwriting over spectacle, catering to audiences who value hooks and heart over irony. The city's proximity to Orange County's legendary pop-punk roots means there's always an undercurrent of nostalgia mixed with genuine appreciation for bands still making solid records.

Los Angeles road trip to see Hellogoodbye?

Stay in Los Feliz, where you can walk tree-lined streets and catch views from Griffith Observatory. Dinner at Republique in the Arts District—refined French-inspired food in a restored factory space that feels more Paris than LA. Spend an afternoon at the Huntington Library in San Marino, a world-class art collection that justifies the drive. The city's recording studio history is everywhere; walk through Hollywood and you're literally surrounded by the spaces where hits were made. End the night at a jazz bar like The Fonda Theatre or catch live music on Sunset Boulevard.