Nikka Costa and Julian Forest at Winter Sounds (FREE)

The City of West Hollywood presents
2026 Winter Sounds
FREE Indoor Concert Series
Nikka Costa and Julian Forest
Soul/Funk/Rock
Saturday, February 21, 2026
Doors 6PM, Show 7PM
The Sun Rose, 8430 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood
Nikka Costa, daughter of legendary producer and arranger Don Costa, embodies the essence of music in her very being. With a string of critically acclaimed albums, beginning with her 2001 Virgin Records debut Everybody Got Their Something, Nikka emerged as a luminary in the “nu-soul” landscape, known for her signature blend of American soul, funk, and rock, a captivating fusion uniquely her own. She is now poised to make her triumphant return with Dirty Disco, an electrifying mix of funk and disco produced by longtime collaborator Justin Stanley (Eric Clapton, Jamie Lidell, Prince).

The Julian Forest Trio blends soul, blues, and rock into powerful, groove-driven performances. With emotive vocals, dynamic guitar work, and tight rhythms, the trio channels influences like Leon Bridges and Brittany Howard while crafting a sound that is both raw and uplifting.

More Information:

Check out the entire series!
January 24 – Ghost-Note + Katalyst Collective
https://wintersounds-2026Jan24.eventbrite.com
February 7 – Mark de Clive-Lowe, Nanna.B
https://wintersounds-2026Feb07.eventbrite.com
February 21 – Nikka Costa, Julian Forest
https://wintersounds-2026Feb21.eventbrite.com

Event Information:

• All guests must be 21+ to attend.
• Early arrival is suggested as RSVP does not guarantee entry once the venue hits capacity.
• ADA and older adult seating may be available. MUST email in advance: [email protected]
• $15 validated valet parking at the Sun Rose West Hollywood is available for the first 100 attendees and then $20 flat rate parking for any additional attendees. Street parking may also be available, read local street signage. Rideshare is suggested.
• The Sun Rose is located within The Sun Rose Hotel, across the street from The Comedy Store. Enter venue from the street level on Sunset Blvd.

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