Buddy Guy & Christone Kingfish Ingram at the Hollywood Bowl
Buddy Guy brings decades of Chicago blues history to the stage, pairing a distinctive guitar style with energetic, expressive live performances. A major figure in modern blues, Guy has influenced generations of musicians and is known for recordings including Damn Right, I've Got the Blues and songs such as “Feels Like Rain.” His honors include multiple Grammy Awards and induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
The September 6, 2023 event at the Hollywood Bowl featured Guy alongside Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, a contemporary blues guitarist and vocalist whose performance style connects traditional blues with a younger generation. The pairing brought two distinct eras of the genre together for a Los Angeles audience. The supplied event information records this past date; it does not establish a recurring run or provide details about earlier Buddy Guy appearances at the venue.
For fans exploring Los Angeles concerts in the Jazz / blues category, the Bowl's outdoor setting made this a fitting stage for a blues double bill. Its hillside amphitheater and iconic band shell give performances a broad, open-air scale, while the city's deep live-music culture provides a natural backdrop for an evening centered on guitar-led blues.
Venue and Seating Information
The Hollywood Bowl is an outdoor amphitheater with an approximate capacity of 17,500 and a curved, hillside seating layout designed around concert sightlines and sound. It is not a sports stadium: seat choice is best considered in terms of stage visibility, distance, comfort, and the walk through the venue's sloped promenades.
For a balanced view and comfortable setting, the Garden Boxes and Terrace Boxes near the center are strong choices. Center Super Seats offer a useful middle-ground option, with a clear view of the stage without the premium box location. Rear bench sections provide the classic Bowl atmosphere at a lower price, but the greater distance makes them less suitable for fans who want to see facial expressions or fine stage details. Extreme side seating can also be less ideal when a performance relies on centered visuals.
Parking Information
Parking at the Bowl is limited, often stacked, and may sell out in advance. Since stacked parking can prevent an early departure, many concertgoers may find it easier to use a shuttle, Park & Ride, Metro, or rideshare. Arriving well before showtime can help reduce the pressure of traffic and entry lines.
- Ovation Hollywood Bowl Shuttle: 6801 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028. This shuttle option serves the Hollywood/Highland area; parking may cost up to a $25 daily maximum, with shuttle pricing varying by event.
- Hollywood Bowl Lot A / Blue Lot: 2301 N Highland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90068. Official on-site stacked parking is listed at $55, with valet listed at $90. Stacked parking does not allow an early exit.
Fans using rideshare should note that the designated hub is Lot C / Purple Lot, 6655 Odin St, Los Angeles, CA 90068; parking is not available there. The venue advises against parking in nearby residential areas, where restrictions may lead to costly tickets. Parking and shuttle prices can vary by event, so check current arrangements before travelling. Event listings and ticket information are available from longbeach-tickets.com.