Neil Young and the Santa Monica Flyers (billed asCrazy Horse, a related ensemble) played the Roxy for the first three days it was open.[4] Only three months later, theGenesis lineup withPeter Gabriel played several consecutive days at the Roxy, a run that some band members and many fans consider to be amongst their finest performances (due in part, to the intimate atmosphere and good acoustics of the venue).
In January 2014, Goldenvoice became the exclusive promoter for The Roxy and ushered in a new era by bringing in big-name acts such as U2 and Foo Fighters.
Nine songs fromBruce Springsteen & the E Street Band'sLive/1975-85 album were recorded at the Roxy from shows on October 18-19, 1975 and July 7, 1978. The 1978 show was also broadcast on local radio stationKMET and released as a live album in July 2018.[6] One of the nights done in 1975 was released in December 2018.
Frank Zappa &The Mothers of Invention recorded most of theirRoxy and Elsewhere (1974) album during December 1973. Since 1974, various albums have included material from those shows. In 2015, a live concert video was released showing those performances. The entire series of performances (all four public shows from December 9–10, 1973) was released as a 7-CD box set in February 2018.[7]
Van Morrison recorded a radio show in November 1978 that was released as a promoLPLive at the Roxy.
Warren Zevon's live album,Stand in the Fire, was recorded during five shows he played at The Roxy in April 1980. He also recorded another album,Live at The Roxy, in April 1978, and this was released in 2020.
Jazz groupThe Crusaders recorded the live albumScratch at the Roxy in 1974.
The Ramones played their first California concert at the Roxy on August 11, 1976. The concert scenes for their 1979 movieRock 'n' Roll High School were filmed at the Roxy in December 1978.
George Benson's Platinum live albumWeekend in L.A. (1978) was culled from a three-night engagement at The Roxy from September 30 – October 2, 1977.
John Mayall's November 24 1976 concert at the Roxy was released in 1977 as "Lots of People".
The live albumWelcome to the Club by theIan Hunter Band, featuringMick Ronson, was recorded at the Roxy during seven shows over a week in November 1979 and released the following year.
English prog rock bandGenesis played six shows in three days on December 17-19, 1973 as part of theirSelling England by the Pound tour. They also played here on May 25, 1980 as part of theirDuke tour.
MusicianStevie Wonder played a concert at the Roxy featuring the first ever live performances of his hits Lately and Master Blaster (Jammin').
Tom Browne presents his Album "Love Approach" with the hit "Funkin for Jamaica" feat. Tony Smith, in August 1980
Chaka Khan presents "What cha gonna do for me" with Steve Ferrone and Brecker Bros. on June 7, 1981
Billy & The Beaters' 1981 debut album (including singles "I Can Take Care of Myself" and "At This Moment") was recorded live at the Roxy January 15–17, 1981.
In 1984,Ratt recorded the video for their hit single "Back for More" from the albumOut of the Cellar at The Roxy.
Jane's Addiction recorded the basic tracks for their 1987self-titled debut album, at The Roxy in January, 1987. While the album was finished in studio, the band hoped tracking the basics live would better help capture the energy and essence of the band.
TheToo Hot For Snakes album by Carla Olson and Mick Taylor was recorded on March 4, 1990.
Agent Orange's live albumReal Live Sound was recorded here on July 21, 1990.[8]
System of a Down made their first performance here on May 28, 1995, due to their manager and bassistShavo Odadjian persisting.
Fuse TV taped the live performance ofRed Hot Chili Peppers forFuse Presents: Red Hot Chili Peppers Live from the Roxy on August 22, 2011.
Korn shot the performance part of the video for their song "Narcissistic Cannibal" at the Roxy on September 27, 2011.
Escape the Fate released a DVD,Escape the Fate: Live from the Roxy from their free show there on January 6, 2013. It was included in their Deluxe version of the albumUngrateful.
7horse held their record release party for their latest album “The Last Resort” on November 4, 2022. Guests included Nick Maybury andCherie Currie, as well as burlesque dancers, magician and other assorted characters.
Al Stewart recorded the live section of his albumLive/Indian Summer from 28-30 April 1981 and released in October 1981.
^ab"Attractions Set at Roxy Theater".Los Angeles Times. September 21, 1973.The Roxy Theater, which opened Thursday night with Neil Young, has confirmed eight additional attractions...
