Pico Union Project in Los Angeles, CA — November 3, 2026

Following a six-year hiatus from releasing music, Lennon Stella completed her long-awaited Sleeping Lion tour with a show in Los Angeles’ Pico Union Project, a historic 1909 temple. The flickering candlelight and stained glass windows paired perfectly with Lennon’s distinctive voice as it carried through the room’s high ceilings. At one point, she stood at the front of stage and sang “What’s There to Hold Onto?” completely unplugged. With no amplification, her voice filled the room, accompanied only by the occasional creak of floorboards. She later welcomed her sister, Maisy to the stage to harmonize, a particularly touching moment given that the two first found an audience performing together as children. The crowd felt just as much a part of the evening as the performance itself. The intimate setting created a natural sense of connection, with strangers sharing conversations and forming connections.

Words & Photography: Rachel Deng