Every week, we present a curated list of live music in a wide range of genres around the Valley, and this week’s column features dad bands.
October 3
The Postal Service and Death Cab for Cutie
Songwriter Ben Gibbard is pulling double duty as both of his bands are headlining this indie rock concert celebrating the 20th anniversary of two landmark albums: The Postal Service’s Give Up and Death Cab’s Transatlanticism. 7 p.m., $38.50-$85, Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-514-2919, livenation.com
October 3
Wilco
Dad rockers Wilco have been busy. Last year saw the release of the Cruel Country, a throwback to the band’s root rock beginnings. Their follow-up, a breezy ’70s pop throwback titled Cousin, will be a few days old when they reach the Valley. Then fans can expect singer and guitarist Jeff Tweedy’s third book a month later. 7 p.m., $59.50, Scottsdale Civic Center East Bowl, 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale, 480-874-4607, scottsdaleperformingarts.org
October 3
Foo Fighters
The “Everlong” rockers are hitting the road again to introduce their new drummer, Josh Freese, who played with Weezer and Guns N’ Roses before taking the job. 7:30 p.m., $39.50-$139.50, Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre, 2121 N. 83rd Ave., Phoenix, 602-254-7200, livenation.com
October 6
The Church
The ’80s psychedelic rockers, best known for “Under the Milky Way,” know how to set the mood for a brisk fall evening in the Valley. 8 p.m., $25-$65, Showroom at Wild Horse Pass, 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd., Chandler, 800-946-4452, playatgila.com
October 7-8
Goldrush: Sonoran Skies
The legendary Tiësto will join Zeds Dead, Zhu, and ATLiens behind the decks at this eye-popping EDM festival. Check website for schedule and ticket prices. Phoenix Raceway, 7602 Jimmie Johnson Dr., Avondale, goldrushfestaz.com
