Butcher Babies and LYLVC at The Whisky – Live Photos
Butcher Babies
LYLVC
BUTCHER BABIES and LYLVC LIVE PHOTOS
The Whisky
West Hollywood, CA
March 18, 2026
Introduction
The Whisky a Go Go delivered another unforgettable night as Butcher Babies and LYLVC took the stage with two electrifying, genre‑bending performances. From crushing metal intensity to cinematic electronic‑rock atmospheres, the evening showcased the versatility and evolution of modern heavy music, leaving the crowd energized, engaged, and hungry for more.
Butcher Babies
Butcher Babies
Butcher Babies
Butcher Babies erupted onto The Whisky’s stage with a renewed fire, delivering a set that felt both sharpened and emotionally charged. With Heidi Shepherd leading the charge, the band tore through a setlist that blended raw aggression, southern‑tinged storytelling, and anthemic hooks. “Backstreets of Tennessee” opened the night with grit and swagger, immediately pulling the crowd into its dark narrative. “Red Thunder” followed with a pounding groove that rattled the room, while “Monsters Ball” unleashed the kind of chaos that The Whisky thrives on—crowd surfers, circle pits, and unfiltered adrenaline.
The band’s heavier cuts hit with precision. “Spittin’ Teeth” and “Beaver Cage” were delivered with ferocity, showcasing the band’s ability to balance brutality with tight musicianship. “Sincerity” and “Lost in Your Touch” added emotional weight, revealing a more vulnerable side without sacrificing intensity. By the time they reached “Magnolia Blvd,” the room was fully locked in, chanting along as the band closed with a triumphant, cathartic finish.
This lineup of Butcher Babies feels focused and revitalized. Their performance at The Whisky proved they’re not just maintaining momentum—they’re evolving, refining their sound, and delivering some of their most compelling live moments to date.
LYLVC
LYLVC
LYLVC
LYLVC brought a completely different but equally captivating energy, transforming The Whisky into an immersive, pulse‑driven world of electronic‑rock fusion. The band’s dynamic is anchored by the dual‑vocal interplay of Alyse Zavala, whose clean vocals soar with emotional clarity, and Oscar Romero, whose rap vocals add grit, urgency, and rhythmic punch. Together, they create a vocal chemistry that feels both modern and unmistakably their own.
They opened with “Barely Human,” a brooding, tension‑filled track that exploded into a massive chorus, immediately pulling the crowd into their sonic atmosphere. “XXX” and “Dangerous” delivered high‑energy moments where Romero’s rapid‑fire delivery cut through the electronic layers, while Zavala’s melodies lifted the choruses into anthemic territory. “Crawl Space” and “Starless” showcased the band’s moodier, more introspective side, blending shimmering synths with emotional weight.
“Undertow” and “Perfect Drug” highlighted their melodic strengths, with Zavala’s vocals floating over intricate production and Romero adding contrast that kept the songs grounded and intense. They closed with “Into Nothing,” a cinematic, expansive track that felt like a final emotional release—leaving the room buzzing.
LYLVC’s performance was polished, immersive, and deeply expressive. Their ability to merge electronic textures, rock power, and dual‑vocal storytelling sets them apart as a band destined for much larger stages.
Photos by Jack Lue
Photo Galleries:
Butcher Babies: https://highwiredaze.com/project/butcherbabieswhisky1/
LYLVC: https://highwiredaze.com/project/lylvcwhisky1/
