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 under-the-radar festivals, a spoken word performance by a punk legend, a singing feline, and a band to scratch your K-pop itch.
November 8
Doja Cat
The rapper has threatened to quit the music industry several times, so this could be your one chance to catch the “So High” artist live. 7:30 p.m., $44.50-$174.50, Footprint Center, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-379-7800, footprintcenter.com
November 9
Henry Rollins
If there’s anyone who can put the last three years in perspective, it’s the prolific Henry Rollins. The musician, writer and podcaster will recount his experiences during the pandemic with the humor and spirit fans have come to expect. 7:30 p.m., $39.50-$49.50, Piper Repertory Theatre at Mesa Arts Center, One E. Main St., Mesa, 480-644-6500, mesaartscenter.com
November 10
The Rose
If you follow K-pop, then you’re likely well aware that BTS took a break so they can fulfill their military service and pursue solo projects. If you’re looking for a new boy band to fill the void, let us recommend The Rose, a quartet whose hit “Sorry” made some waves a few years ago. Now, the group is ready to make a comeback. 8 p.m., $70-$80, Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-514-2919, livenation.com
November 11
WayneFest 2023
Ska party band Warsaw Poland Bros. is headlining this Coronado neighborhood festival, now in its fifth year. But come early to check out Authority Zero’s Jason DeVore and local alt-country favorites Brea Burns and the Boleros. 4-9 p.m., Check website for ticket prices. Coronado Park, 1717 N. 12th St., Phoenix, waynefestphx.com
November 11-12
Moone Festival
Founded by brothers Micah and Caleb Dailey (you may have seen Caleb at Stinkweeds while scrounging for vinyl), Moone Records has positioned itself as a minimal record label while boasting a robust roster that includes indie music darlings Niall Breen and Freelove Fenner. The label is hosting a festival headlined by Califone and Dimitriam to celebrate its first decade in the business. $35 for single-day tickets and $55 for two-day tickets. Saturday shows at Union Station, 401 W. Harrison St., Phoenix; Sunday shows at Carriage House at Cibo, 603 N. Fifth Ave., Phoenix. moonerecords.com
