10-05-2025
Dump Truck Crashes Into Whisky a Go Go, the Legendary Sunset Strip Music Club
A dump truck crash led to problems for Boy Hits Cars.
On Friday afternoon, at approximately 1:45 p.m. local time, a dump truck smashed into the back of the famed Whisky a Go Go nightclub in West Hollywood. While no one was hurt, it did lead to some power outages, which forced the evening's entertainment to find a replacement venue. That L.A. rockers Boy Hits Car were headlining the night's lineup made for an interesting twist to the whole Angeles' NBC4 was on the scene on Friday, and reported that the accident was the result of a brake failure. According to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, a crew of workers was filling the truck with dirt when the vehicle's brakes failed, and sent it careening into the legendary music venue. The truck took down a 50-foot power pole in the process, and ultimately damaged a total of five vehicles, including a USPS truck.
NBC4 spoke to Mike Sheer, an individual who was in the club at the time of the accident. 'I was on the phone and I heard a huge crash and then my phone line went out,' he shared. 'We were just thanking God that everybody was safe inside and that nobody was inside their cars or anything like that.'
Unfortunately, the show could not go on for Boy Hits Car, though they did end up getting a bit of press for the canceled gig. And yes, they're fully aware of how 'ironic' the band name is given the situation, as they made clear in a TV interview they posted to Instagram.
The band posted a message noting: 'We're grateful no one was hurt and we appreciate everyone who reached out in concern. It wasn't the night we planned, but it sure was memorable.'
The Whisky a Go Go first opened its doors on Sunset Boulevard in 1964. The club has helped to launch the careers of dozens of A-list musical acts and played a part in the history of some of the world's most famous bands, from The Monkees to Metallica. In 1966, The Doors served as the club's house band for several months.
