Every week, we present a curated list of live music in a wide range of genres around the Valley. This week’s column features an indie star who wants to marry you.
September 9
$uicideboy$
The emo-rap duo, celebrated for its dark and introspective lyrics, hits the road to promote its newest album, Thy Kingdom Come. 6:30 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre, 2121 N. 83rd Ave., Phoenix, 602-254-7200, livenation.com
September 11
Lucy Dacus
If you want to get married this week, Lucy Dacus can help. The indie singer-songwriter announced on social media and her website that she’s available to officiate weddings during her tour stops. Several couples have already taken her up on this offer. Plus, a concert ticket is certainly more affordable than a traditional wedding in this economy. Interested? Click here. Keep in mind that you’ll need a marriage license. Submitting the online form does not guarantee Dacus will marry you. 7:30 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-514-2919, livenation.com
September 13
Toad the Wet Sprocket
The alt-rock icons’ Good Intentions Tour is named for a single that appeared on the soundtrack to the hit sitcom Friends. However, it was intended for the band’s 1991 hit album, Fear, but it wasn’t included because the song sounded like a “hit single.” Ironically, Fear would feature two of the group’s biggest hits, “All I Want” and “Walk on the Ocean.” KT Tunstall and Vertical Horizon will join the group. 8 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Ikeda Theater at Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main St., Mesa, 480-644-6500, mesaartscenter.com
September 13
Scary Kids Scaring Kids
The Gilbert-based post-hardcore outfit Scary Kids Scaring Kids reunited in 2019 for the 15th anniversary of The City Sleeps in Flames. They’ve since released new material, with each track featuring a guest vocalist. But for this tour, Albert Schweizer will take the mic. 8 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. The Van Buren, 401 W. Van Buren St., Phoenix, 480-659-1641, livenation.com
September 14
Coheed and Cambria
Progressive metal favorite Coheed and Cambria will be joined by Taking Back Sunday and Foxing for a show certain to make your face melt. 6:30 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-514-2919, livenation.com
