the BEAT of the week: David Lynch at Amoeba.

The L.A.-loving David Lynch has always been known for the striking sound design in his films, but now he's expressing his noise skills in another way: a solo album. Crazy Clown Time is Lynch's first official album, after having written lyrics for others and curated compilations (2009's Dark Night of the Soul). One of the songs features the Yeah Yeah Yeah's Karen O on vocals, but otherwise Lynch takes the lead on the album, a strange, electro-poppish sort of creation.

You can ask Lynch about the album yourself when he makes an appearance at Amoeba tonight. He'll be signing Crazy Clown Time (and one other item, if you wish) and will surely be entertaining should you have some time with him. Get there early -- Lynch loves L.A., but L.A. may love him back even more.

David Lynch will be signing at 7pm tonight at Amoeba Hollywood, located at 6400 Sunset Blvd. in Hollywood.

-- Chau Tu

Do It. Lykke Li at Amoeba.

Lykke Li's L.A. shows this week at the Wiltern and El Rey went on sale sometime last year and sold out quickly. And this was way before her latest, powerful and beautiful album Wounded Rhymes was even close to leaking (it was officially released last week). But the Swedish beauty is still giving you another chance to see her live.

We told you about the Mondrian Sessions a while back -- and hey! Guess who the special guest this Thursday is (you are probably still be able to RSVP to this, by the way)! -- but if you just can't wait, head on over to Amoeba tonight at 6pm (but you should get there way earlier) and see Lykke do her thing. The new record is darker, more sultry than her debut pop effort, but Lykke says that this is definitely more her style. So get ready to see her rock.

Lykke Li will be performing today at 6pm at Amoeba Music, located at 6400 Sunset Blvd. in Hollywood.

-- Chau Tu

Do It. Guillermo del Toro and 'Cronos' at Amoeba.

I was mesmerized the first time I watched Pan's Labyrinth -- the imagination, the creepiness. And even though I'm not usually a fan of horror movies, I'm curious enough to want to look into Guillermo del Toro's past works, the horror films that, despite never reaching popularity like his later Hellboy films, are widely acclaimed by critics.

One such film is actually del Toro's feature debut Cronos. It's supposed to be a creepy tale following an antiques dealer who comes upon a sinister device shaped like a scarab. The film is getting the ultimate cult-lover treatment by getting released on Criterion next week, and to celebrate, Amoeba is hosting a meet-and-greet with the filmmaker, followed by a screening of Cronos and a never-before-released short film from del Toro. To get in on the festivities, be sure to buy a copy of the new Criterion release starting tomorrow at Amoeba, and then you'll get a ticket for the signing and screenings taking place on Dec. 7th at 5pm.

Check out a mini-scene from the movie here.

And while you're at Amoeba, take part in its annual holiday toy drive by bringing in a new, unwrapped toy for children aged 7 to teenagers, and you can get $2 off any purchase!

Amoeba Music is located at 6400 Sunset Blvd. in Hollywood.

-- Chau Tu

Do It. Jenny and Johnny at Amoeba.

Whether she's with Rilo Kiley or on her own, Jenny Lewis always puts on a good show. I've seen Johnathan Rice (Lewis' boyfriend) join her on stage before, and it's a really impressive combination of talent. They obviously realize this too, and decided to collaborate with a band called Jenny and Johnny.

Their North American tour kicks off on Tuesday with a free show at Hollywood's Amoeba Music. I'd say this is definitely one of the better in-stores. Their album, I'm Having Fun Now, is also released Tuesday.

It doesn't sound like they'll be doing a signing after the show, but "special fan-pack buttons and pre-signed CD covers with purchase" will be available day-of in-store, while they last.

August 31 at 6:00 p.m. Amoeba Music is located at 6400 Sunset Blvd. in Hollywood. For more info: (323) 245-6400, amoeba.com.

-- Leslie Anne Wiggins

Photo credit: Pitchfork

Do It. Broken Social Scene at Amoeba.

We warned you to get those Broken Social Scene concert tickets early, but in case you still missed out on the sold-out show at the Fonda last night (or you understandably want/need some more BSS action), you're in luck. The Canadian all-star group is hitting up Amoeba today for a free live show at 6pm, celebrating today's release of their latest album, Forgiveness Rock Record.

Don't say we didn't warn ya! Get in line early, and be prepared for a rocking show.

Amoeba is located at 6400 Sunset Blvd. in Hollywood.

-- Chau Tu

Advance Notice. The Living Sisters at Amoeba.

If you missed them at Saturday Nights at the Getty, maybe you can catch 'em at Amoeba.

Super talented Los Angeles girl group The Living Sisters are having an Ameoeba Music in-store on Sunday April 11 at 5:00 p.m. Their album Love to Live was released Tuesday.

Like I wrote about before, Eleni Mandell of The Living Sisters tied for LA Weekly's 2003 best rock/pop songwriter/composer award with Elliott Smith. Had to give that another mention, right?

Amoeba Music is located at 6400 Sunset Blvd. in Hollywood.

-- Leslie Anne Wiggins

Photo credit: The Living Sisters' MySpace

Do It. Black Rebel Motorcycle Club Amoeba In-Store tonight.

Update: tonight's BRMC Amoeba in-store has been cancelled. Check back for rescheduling information, here and on our new Twitter page -- @BEATofyoungLA.

L.A. band Black Rebel Motorcyle Club will be performing live at Hollywood's Amoeba Music tonight, March 12, at 6:00 p.m. As always, the in-store is free! Their latest album, Beat the Devil's Tattoo, was released March 9.

They've just sold out three shows (March 11, 12 and 14) at Echoplex, so arrive early if you want to see and hear them at Amoeba. If you can't make it, or are too tired to face a big crowd tonight, the performance will be live online on amoeba.com.

-- Leslie Anne Wiggins

Photo credit: eqmag.com