Every week, we present a curated list of live music in a wide range of genres all around the Valley, and this week’s column features artists with rhythm.
July 3
Louis Tomlinson
The former member of One Direction is going on tour this summer to promote his optimistic sophomore album Faith in the Future, which he wrote while in lockdown. 7 p.m., $49.50-$95, Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-514-2919, livenation.com
July 4
Esteban
Before becoming a home-shopping staple, the guitarist played at the Hyatt Regency Gainey Ranch in Scottsdale for several years. Now he tours the country to perform songs that fuse a classical style with flamenco flourishes. 6:30 p.m., $35-$79, El Pedregal Courtyard at Boulders Resort, 34505 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, estebanmusic.com
July 7
Hot Summer Nights
The ultimate ’90s R&B lineup is coming to the Valley. Rappers TLC (“No Scrubs”) and Shaggy (“Boombastic”) headline a concert that includes the Funky Divas of En Vogue and Sean Kingston (“Beautiful Girls”). No word if any scrubs will be admitted to the performance. 7 p.m., $25-$125, Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre, 2121 N. 83rd Ave., Phoenix, 602-254-7200, livenation.com
July 7
Mario Moreno and the Ramblers
Local blues legend Mario Moreno, known for his time with the rockabilly band The Varmints in the ’80s, is bringing the music of South Phoenix downtown with a blend of country, rock and cumbia that he describes as “regional Southwest.” He’ll be joined by Johnny D, Vinyl Vagos, DJ Dana, and Grassy Noel. 7 p.m., $10, Crescent Ballroom, 308 N. 2nd Ave., Phoenix, crescentphx.com
July 8
Eric Ramsey, Blaine Long and Walt Richardson
Speaking of local legends, the MIM has put together a stunning lineup of Valley singer-songwriters that will make you move. You may recognize Blaine Long from the 11th season of The Voice, and Eric Ramsey has been playing music for five decades. And Walt Richardson is a Tempe staple, performing folk, rock and reggae for more than 30 years. 7:30 p.m., $33.50–$44.50, Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix, 480-478-6000, mim.org
