Every week, we present a curated list of live music in a wide range of genres around the Valley. This week’s column features a series of old-school, feel-good gems.
October 2
SUM 41
If you’re a fan of the “Fat Lip” band but have never seen them live, what are you waiting for? Now is the perfect time to see them on stage as the Canadian pop-punk group will hang up its guitars when its worldwide tour ends. 7 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-514-2919, livenation.com
October 3
Korn
The nu-metal pioneers are celebrating the 30th anniversary of their self-titled debut with a tour featuring the band’s greatest hits on the setlist, including “Got The Life” and “Freak On A Leash.” 6:30 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre, 2121 N. 83rd Ave., Phoenix, 602-254-7200, livenation.com
October 4
Pitbull
The Florida-based rapper, known to his fans as “Mr. Worldwide,” is branching out from music. He’s serving as an education advocate and NASCAR racing team owner and even works with Tony Robbins on the motivational speaker circuit. He’s taking a short break from his entrepreneurial interests and bringing T-Pain along for the “Party After Dark” tour. 8 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre, 2121 N. 83rd Ave., Phoenix, 602-254-7200, livenation.com
October 5
Chayanne
The boy band Los Chicos went their separate ways 40 years ago, but Chayanne has never stopped being a superstar. When he hits the road this year, he’ll perform songs from his catalog of hits and selections from his latest pop album, Bailemos Otro Vez. 8 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Footprint Center, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-379-7800, footprintcenter.com
October 6
Imagine Dragons
Music fans love to hate the Las Vegas-based Imagine Dragons. But now that superstar producer Rick Rubin, known for his work with the Beastie Boys and Tom Petty, has stepped behind the boards for its two-part Mercury album, is it only a matter of time until we all embrace the “Radioactive” group? 7 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre, 2121 N. 83rd Ave., Phoenix, 602-254-7200, livenation.com
