Every week, we present a curated list of live music in a wide range of genres around the Valley. This week’s column features concerts to get you in the holiday spirit.
December 3-4
Zach Bryan
It doesn’t seem fair to classify the Oklahoma singer-songwriter as a country artist, given the “I Remember Everything” performer’s long list of collaborators includes John Mayer, Bruce Springsteen, Noah Kahan and Bon Iver. 7 p.m. Check website for prices. Desert Diamond Arena, 29400 W. Maryland Ave., Glendale, 623-772-3200, desertdiamondarena.com
December 5
Gladys Knight
There’s no word on whether she’s taking the midnight train from Georgia, but the Empress of Soul is headed to Phoenix to celebrate the holidays and perform her hit songs in the round. 7:30 p.m., $45-$125, Celebrity Theatre, 440 N. 32nd St., Phoenix, 602-267-1600, celebritytheatre.com
December 5
Andrea Bocelli
It’s been three decades since the Italian tenor started his career. To celebrate this milestone, he’ll be performing many of his hits as well as selections from his beloved holiday-themed album A Family Christmas. 8 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Footprint Center, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-379-7800, footprintcenter.com
December 7
Alice Cooper’s 22nd Annual Christmas Pudding
The holiday tradition continues! The “Godfather of Shock Rock” has assembled another raucous and eclectic lineup for his annual charity event that raises funds for his Solid Rock Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting teenagers in need. Cooper himself, Valley rockers Jimmy Eat World, Rage Against the Machine’s Tom Morello, country star Gretchen Wilso, and Sugar Ray’s Mark McGrath are slated to appear. 7 p.m., $85-$450, Celebrity Theatre, 440 N. 32nd St., Phoenix, 602-267-1600, celebritytheatre.com
December 8
Home For the Holidays
Vocalists Oleta Adams, Peabo Bryson, American Idol winner Ruben Studdard and Haley Reinhart will take the stage to perform your favorite holiday hits. 7 p.m., $55-$100, Celebrity Theatre, 440 N. 32nd St., Phoenix, 602-267-1600, celebritytheatre.com
