July 2
Iron and Wine
Singer-songwriter Sam Beam’s indie folk project returns to Phoenix to support his latest album, the Randy Newman-influenced Light Verse. 8 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. The Van Buren, 401 W. Van Buren St., Phoenix, 480-659-1641, livenation.com
July 2
blink-182
Mark Hoppus and Travis Barker had so much fun reuniting with Tom DeLonge last year that the San Diego pop-punk band is letting the shenanigans continue into 2024. Better catch them live now before they come to their senses. 7 p.m. Check website for prices. Desert Diamond Arena, 29400 W. Maryland Ave., Glendale, 623-772-3200, desertdiamondarena.com
July 3
Totally Tubular Festival
A pair of Toms (Thomas Dolby and Tom Bailey of the Thompson Twins) are headlining this early ’80s alternative lineup, which includes Bow Wow Wow, Men Without Hats, The Romantics, and The Plimsouls. You had better wear some shades, or you might get blinded by science. 6 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-514-2919, livenation.com
July 4-8
Desert Hearts Festival
Head to the high country and camp out under the stars and pulsating lights at this year’s edition of the Desert Hearts Festival, which moves from Southern California to Flagstaff this year. The Walter Where?House and a lineup of some of the best techno and house artists are setting the vibe. Check website for schedule. Tickets start at $200. Playa Ponderosa, 4535 Forest Service 9410 Rd., Flagstaff, desertheartsfestival.us
July 5
Cage the Elephant
A lot has happened personally to the members of the Kentucky-based psych-rock group since it released its last album five years ago, which is why its newest record, Neon Pill, sounds like a triumph. 6:30 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre, 2121 N. 83rd Ave., Phoenix, 602-254-7200, livenation.com
