On a cool April evening at the iconic Whisky A Go-Go, Vaquita—an all-female, three-piece rock outfit—lit up the Sunset Strip with a performance that was equal parts catchy pop-rock and bold stage attitude. Their slot opening for The Motels set the tone early: vibrant, confident, and utterly compelling.
From the first chord, Vaquita delivered an exuberant sound that filled the intimate venue. Their melodies were instantly accessible—bright and punchy—yet backed by tight instrumentation that kept the energy grounded and driving. Visually, their stage presence commanded attention: dynamic interplay among the members brought a spirited cohesion, where smiles and movement spoke as loudly as the music itself.
They dipped into emotional contrast with a mid-set slowdown—a more introspective moment that spotlighted their vocal harmonies and lyrical warmth—only to pivot back into groove-forward anthems that sent the crowd surging. The night felt balanced between polished hookcraft and unfiltered rock enthusiasm.
Though it was their debut at this legendary club, Vaquita performed like seasoned veterans—bold, engaging, and utterly in their element. They didn’t just open the show—they owned it.
