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COLLiDE Travel is an interactive collection of city guides curated by local bands, artists and tastemakers. Spanning the globe, hundreds of creatives have shared their favorite local hangs, from the underground to the upscale, and everything in between. So choose a city and start exploring!
The Chain Gang of 1974

The
Chain Gang of 1974 is the verbose stage name of Kamtin Mohager. Mohager got his
start as a bassist touring with the band 3OH!3 before going off on his own in
2010.  Since then he has released three albums that have been described as
indietronica.  

city guide:
Los Angeles, CA
coffee
Deus Cafe
Cafe offering an array of coffees, teas, and food items in Venice.
1001 Venice Blvd, Venice, CA 90291, USA
shopping
Vacation Vinyl
Record store specializing in new & used vinyl & cassettes.
3815 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026, USA
shopping
PopKiller
Japanese-themed, artist designed t-shirts & accessories.
343 E 2nd St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
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shopping
Wombleton Records
Independent record shop with a curated selection of rare & vintage imported LPs & singles.
5123 York Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90042, USA
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food
The Black Cat
Upscale stop for American gastropub dining in classic tavern digs with leather booths & art.
3909 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90029, USA
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market
Oaks Gourmet
Small shop selling a range of wine, spirits, craft beers, upmarket groceries & prepared food. 
1915 N Bronson Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90068, USA
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Donut Friend
Made-to-order artisinal donuts with variety of sweet & savory flavor options. Vegan options available! 
5107 York Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90042, USA
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Fonda Theatre
Popular concert venue in Hollywood. Designed in the Spanish Colonial Revival Style, the 31,000-square-foot theater has hosted live events, films, and radio broadcasts.
6126 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028, USA
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La Poubelle
Vibrant eatery serves cocktails & French bistro classics into the wee hours, plus sidewalk seating.
5907 Franklin Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028, USA
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bar
Red Lion Tavern
German establishment serving sausage, schnitzel & beers in a chalet-style space or on its rooftop beer garden.
2366 Glendale Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90039, USA
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shopping
Jet Rag
Vintage store with a large selection.
825 N La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046, USA
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venue
Upright Citizens Brigade
Home of the alternative comedy troupe that launched many well-known TV & film stars' careers.
5919 Franklin Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028, USA
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lodging
Ace Hotel Los Angeles
"The Ace Hotel has a great rooftop bar and patio under the stars with hot tub. They also have the beautifully decorated Ballroom downstairs where they book amazing concerts and events with world renowned artists The restaurant has great food options, nice drinks and great coffees and teas." — Diana Purim & Eyedentity
929 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90015, USA
food
Pho Café
Minimalist, cash-only restaurant serving hot bowls of pho. Vegetarian options available
841 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026, USA
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Brite Spot
An Echo Park neighborhood staple for decades and just a stone's throw from Echo Park Lake, Brite Spot serves up delicious housemade pies and classic diner fare with a modern twist (vegetarian and vegan options available). 
1918 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026, USA
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Silverlake Ramen
Casual noodle bar presents a traditional Japanese menu starring ramen soups
2927 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026, USA
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101 Coffee Shop
Retro-style diner whips up American coffee-shop eats.
6145 Franklin Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028, USA
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bar
The Well
Stylish but mellow cocktail spot offers bar bites, extended happy-hour deals & a popular jukebox.
6255 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028, USA
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