Rock Out To This Dope Playlist, Inspired By The L.A. Daze

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Mar 13, 2013 8:00 AM EDT

Rock Out To This Dope Playlist, Inspired By The L.A. Daze

Photos (From Left, Clockwise): Via Ariel Pink; Via Best Coast; Via Billy Joel; Via Red Hot Chili Peppers

We could go on and on about how much we love L.A. — the chilled-out vibe, the beautiful beaches, the perfect weather (sorry to rub it in, East Coasters!). Then again, we could always let Best Coast's Bethany Cosentino do the ~~singing~~ talking for us. In the aptly titled "The Only Place," the native Angeleness croons: "We've got the ocean / We've got the babes / We've got the sun / We've got the waves." Check, check, check — and check.

But of course, Cosentino isn't the only artist with local pride. To prove it, we've rounded up 20 quintessential tracks that celebrate our stomping grounds. There's no shortage of Lala love — from Dr. Dre to Sheryl Crow, this mixtape has major hometown props splashed all over it. So, amp it up (heck — throw your hands up!) and cruise onto Mulholland for a serious rock-out sesh.