UPDATES as of 11/30/2025
New Submission System
Fully revamped and launching 01/2026, currently in Beta.
Auto-fill for singers, built-in 6-month song validation, smart filters for instrumentalists and more.
The Collective
The POPROCKZ social hub for musicians.
Chat with other artists, find musicians, share ideas, buy or sell gear and more features rolling out by 01/2026, currently in Beta.
Sign up free here – The Collective
Complete Setlist Archive
Every POPROCKZ show from day one – now organized, searchable and fully browsable in one place, here.
POPROCKZ JAM is Los Angeles’ most exciting monthly jam night, bringing singers, musicians, and music lovers together for an unforgettable, curated live show.
Produced by Jamie Hodes and Athan Hilaki, POPROCKZ JAM goes way beyond your typical open mic. Every event is carefully curated, blending established LA talent with rising stars and first-timers – all in a high-energy, supportive setting that feels like a full-on concert.
We host our events twice a month: the first Monday at Hotel Ziggy, and a rotating Friday at Lucky Strike Hollywood. Each night is packed with handpicked performers, house band mashups, and surprise collaborations that keep things fresh and unpredictable.
Our mission is simple: build a welcoming, zero-ego space where music and community come first. Expect pro-level sound, killer vibes, and a crowd that cheers for everyone.
Ready to join the fun? Submit your info to sing or play (make sure you review our guidelines below), or just come experience the magic. POPROCKZ JAM is where LA’s music community comes to life – one song at a time.
Before you join your next (or first) POPROCKZ JAM, we want to touch on something important that helps keep our shows running smoothly and enjoyable for everyone.
Sometimes songs can fall apart when cues are missed, progressions go off track, or parts aren’t fully prepared. When that happens, it doesn’t just affect the song – it can also throw off the other musicians on stage, especially the singers, who may end up looking unprepared even when they’re not. We all want to avoid that and make sure everyone shines together.
Please remember:
The cues and progressions are the backbone of every song. Everyone needs to listen carefully and follow them.
If you sign up for Guitar 1 (G1), you are expected to play the lead parts. If you’d rather play rhythm or acoustic guitar, please sign up for Guitar 2 (G2).
If you sign up for Keys, be ready to play the actual parts or coordinate with the other musicians about how to split them.
If you’re on Drums, make sure you know the tempo and progression – the drummer drives the song so be confident and steady!
And overall, please come prepared. If you’re not confident on a song, let us know or skip that one until you are.
One last thing – please make sure you read the full info in the group song emails. We’ve noticed that some details are getting missed, which has led to miscommunication and last-minute issues on show day!
We all understand that some participants are newer to performing with live bands, and that’s totally fine – that’s what JAM nights are for. But being prepared and listening to each other is what makes this experience great for everyone and keeps the energy strong on stage.
Thank you all for putting in the effort and helping us keep POPROCKZ JAM professional, fun, and respectful for every performer. Let’s keep learning, supporting each other, and growing together as a community of musicians.