Every week, we present a curated list of live music in a wide range of genres around the Valley. This week features the return of a local holiday concert tradition.
November 11
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The current members of the iconic progressive band will perform Fragile in its entirety. If you’re somehow not a fan of the group’s breakthrough album, not to worry. The 2017 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees will also perform many other hits, including “Starship Trooper.” 7:30 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Ikeda Theater at Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main St., Mesa, 480-644-6500, mesaartscenter.com
November 13
Todd Rundgren
Todd Rundgren is not only a legend behind the mic with hits like “Hello It’s Me,” but he’s also a genius behind the scenes. He not only discovered the band Sparks but also produced Meat Loaf’s bestselling album Bat Out of Hell. 8 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. The Showroom at Gila River Resort, 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd., Chandler, 800-946-4452, playatgila.com
November 15
Chelo
Known in Mexico as the queen of ranchera music, the 81-year-old Chelo, who was the first Mexican to be nominated for a Grammy, has recorded more than 70 albums and appeared in numerous movies. The “Mejor Me Voy” singer is saying goodbye to her fans with one last tour. She will be joined by Lorenzo De Montecarlo, Juan Valentin, Beatriz Adriana, Graciela Beltran and Yesenia Flores. 7:30 p.m. Check website for prices. Desert Diamond Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Ave., Glendale, desertdiamondarena.com
November 15
Bryan Adams
The “Cuts Like a Knife” rocker is bringing Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo along on his Roll with the Punches tour. Any chance the duo will take the stage to help the classic rocker perform “Summer of ’69”? 7:30 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Mortgage Matchup Center, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-379-7800, ticketmaster.com
November 15
Alice Cooper’s 23rd 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 dedicated to supporting teenagers in need. The original Alice Cooper group, Ed Roland of Collective Soul, Don Felder of The Eagles, Nita Strauss, and the Legends of Magic are slated to appear. 7 p.m., $99.59 -$379.16, Celebrity Theatre, 440 N. 32nd St., Phoenix, 602-267-1600, celebritytheatre.com
