Every week, we present a curated list of live music in a wide range of genres around the Valley. This week’s column features great local music and a dazzling holiday concert.
November 29
No Volcano
This is not a drill! It looks like one of the Valley’s best bands, No Volcano, is calling it quits after a decade. Watch the legends perform their jangly new rock record, the aptly titled The Last Drop, at what has been billed as its farewell performance, making this a truly Black Friday. The group will be joined by Necronauts, Astrologer and Sturdy Ladies. 7:30 p.m. $13-$15, The Rebel Lounge, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-379-7800, therebellounge.com
November 29
Las Calakas
The local cumbia sensations always bring the party wherever it performs, so be prepared to lose your post-Turkey Day blues and step to the local Latin beat. Joining the band will be The Color 8, Introverted Funk and The Reztones. 8 p.m., $20-$25, Crescent Ballroom, 308 N. 2nd Ave. Phoenix, 602-716-2222, crescentphx.com
November 30
West Coast Music Festival
If you can’t get away for the extended weekend, don’t worry. The Best Coast is coming to Chandler with a lineup that features hip-hop legends The Game, Baby Bash and DJ Quik at the top of the bill. You can even check out the lowrider show between sets. The party begins at 2 p.m. $39-$119, Wild Horse Pass Festival Grounds, 19593 S. 48th St., Chandler, 623-594-9606, rawhide.com
December 1
The Commodores
For more than five decades, The Commodores have been the pioneers of merging funk and soul, creating a sound that has captivated audiences for generations. Experience the legendary band live and in person as it brings its electrifying hits to the Valley for a dance party like no other. 7 p.m. $70-$105, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. 2nd St., Scottsdale, 480-499-8587, scottsdaleperformingarts.org
December 1
Trans-Siberian Orchestra
If there’s one thing the holidays need more of, it’s rock. And there’ll be plenty of it when the band takes the stage to play its Christmas hits. The show will be an audio-visual spectacular, complete with a string section, light show, lasers, video screens and other special effects. 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Footprint Center, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-379-7800, footprintcenter.com
