Every week, we present a curated list of live music in a wide range of genres around the Valley. This week’s column features four shows from legendary artists of the past and one showcasing music’s future.
September 2
Midge Ure
The Scottish-born singer-songwriter is a bit of a rock star Zelig, rubbing shoulders with everyone from the Bay City Rollers, who wrote songs for his ’70s pop band Silk, to turning down an invitation to join the Sex Pistols. New wave fans know him best as a member of Ultravox and Visage, and he also partnered with Bob Geldof to write the holiday single “Do They Know It’s Christmas?” He’ll perform his decades of hits and rarities when he arrives in Phoenix. 7 p.m., $44.50-$49.50, Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix, 480-478-6000, mim.org
September 4
Creed
Whether the post-grunge band is worthy of a comeback is up to the fans to decide. With its greatest hits compilation climbing the charts, it’s safe to say Creed’s supporters have declared that the “With Arms Wide Open” group never really went away. 7 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre, 2121 N. 83rd Ave., Phoenix, 602-254-7200, livenation.com
September 4
Buddy Guy
The influential blues guitarist, who turned 88 this year, won’t slow down. He still plays more than 100 shows a year, including one in Phoenix at the historic Celebrity Theatre. 7:30 p.m., $40-$135, Celebrity Theatre, 440 N. 32nd St., Phoenix, 602-267-1600, celebritytheatre.com
September 7
Alec Benjamin
The singer-songwriter (and native Phoenician) is returning home to perform songs from his newest album, 12 Notes. 7:30 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-514-2919, livenation.com
September 7
Morris Day and the Time
Jesse Johnson and Jerome Benton have since left The Time, which was started in the early ’80s by the legendary Prince and was made famous by its appearance in the film Purple Rain. However, Morris Day and his current lineup can still bring the funk, so head down to Chandler and get some of that “Jungle Love.” 8 p.m., $39-$99, Showroom at Gila River Resorts & Casinos – Wild Horse Pass, 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd., Chandler, 800-946-4452, playatgila.com
