Every week, we present a curated list of live music in a wide range of genres all around the Valley, and this week’s column truly has something for everyone, from country music festivals to an ’80s band with the best hairstyle of that decade. March 21 Titus Andronicus Out of catastrophe comes triumph, so they say. Patrick Stickles, the leader of the rock group Titus Andronicus, knows that all too well. The band’s critically acclaimed...
Every week, we present a curated list of live music in a wide range of genres all around the Valley, and this week, we’re featuring concerts to see if you weren’t lucky enough to get Taylor Swift tickets. March 16-19 Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival The 33rd edition of the East Valley community’s celebration of its flightless bird ranching history will have plenty of food and carnival fun. Music performers include Sublime with Rome, Train, Mackenzie...
The Eagles | Photo by Ebru Yildiz Every week, we present a curated list of live music in a wide range of genres all around the Valley. Check out this week’s top picks. February 28 Andy Shauf Andy Shauf might not have reached the upper echelons of indie stardom (yet), but the Canadian singer-songwriter might sound familiar if you follow former President Barack Obama’s music playlists. The Neon Skyline, Shauf’s critically acclaimed 2020 breakthrough, made his...
Black Pistol Fire by Charles Reagan for Innings Arizona 2022 Every week, we present a curated list of live music in a wide range of genres all around the Valley. This week, we’re featuring cover bands or musicians who play with other bands. February 22 Black Jacket Symphony Presents Fleetwood Mac’s Rumours The passing of Christine McVie prompted drummer Mick Fleetwood to declare that Fleetwood Mac is “done.” While there are plenty of tribute...
Every week, we present a curated list of live music in a wide range of genres all around the Valley, and this week, we’re featuring concerts revolving around sporting events. February 6 Margo Price Nashville royalty will take the throne in Downtown Phoenix when the Grammy-nominated performer of “Hands of Time,” who also has the distinction of being the first country artist on Jack White’s Third Man Records label, pays the Valley a visit. 7:30...
Downtown is now the Valley’s liveliest, most dynamic destination for food, culture and sightseeing, with plenty of side attractions for your Super Bowl Experience junket.
Staged in Downtown Phoenix, this weeklong celebration of all things Super Bowl includes autograph signings, skills and drills games, outdoor live music and much more.
Every week, we present a curated list of live music in a wide range of genres all around the Valley, and this week, we’re featuring events from some of the Valley’s finest musicians. January 31 ASU Musical Interlude featuring Michael Compitello Percussionist Michael Compitello is giving talented classical musicians in the Grand Canyon State the opportunity to show off their extraordinary gifts in one of the best-sounding concert halls in the Valley. 10:30 a.m., $7...
Every week, we present a curated list of live music in a wide range of genres all around the Valley. This week, we’re featuring holiday concerts. December 12-13 Harry Connick Jr. Who doesn’t want to spend Christmas with Harry Connick Jr.? The good-looking multi-hyphenate will perform originals and holiday classics over two magical evenings. 7:30 p.m., $50-$200, Ikeda Theater at Mesa Arts Center, One E. Main St., Mesa, 480-644.6500, mesaartscenter.com December 14 Squirrel Nut Zippers...
The Black Moods Every week, we present a curated list of live music in a wide range of genres all around the Valley, and this week, we’re featuring retro-sounding guitar acts. December 5 The Meteors The trio, who have been going strong for over four decades, has been credited with giving the psychobilly genre its flair. On the other hand, the band’s fans are considered responsible for inventing slam dancing, so make sure you’ve dressed...
ZONA Music Festival headliners Tegan and Sara | Photo by Pamela Littky Every week, we present a curated list of live music in a wide range of genres all around the Valley, and this week, we feature holiday-adjacent acts. December 1 ZZ Top Sure, with their lengthy beards, guitarist Billy Gibbons and bassist Elwood Francis (who took over for Dusty Hill after his death in 2021) look the part of a certain North Pole resident....
The 1975 | Photo by Samuel Bradley Every week, we present a curated list of live music in a wide range of genres all around the Valley, and this week, we feature acts you’d check out when visiting family. November 23 The 1975 According to lead singer Matty Healy’s Twitter feed, he refused a lucrative opportunity to open for singer/songwriter Ed Sheeran because the Manchester, UK, pop-rock band wanted to do their own shows. Judging...
Every week, we present a curated list of live music in a wide range of genres all around the Valley, and this week, we feature musical pioneers. November 18 Joe Bonamassa You can listen to any of the guitarist’s 25 #1 albums and know he’s one of the best blues musicians in the world. But the only way you’re going to know for sure is by seeing the legend for yourself. 8 p.m., $42.50-$252.50, Arizona...
AWOLNATION | Photo courtesy Kari Rowe Every week, we present a curated list of live music in a wide range of genres all around the Valley, and this week, we feature acts with surprises up their sleeve. November 9 AWOLNATION If you only know alternative rockers AWOLNATION for their arena anthem “Sail,” then you’ll be surprised by their prolific covers record My Echo, My Shadow, My Covers & Me. The album features renditions of Midnight Oil,...
The Rose Every week, we present a curated list of live music in a wide range of genres all around the Valley, and this week, we feature acts a little off the beaten path. November 1 Jeff Beck and Johnny Depp Beck and Depp have been friends and collaborators for years. And after, you know, the thing that Depp went through over the summer, the duo released a full-length album titled 18 that’s full of cool covers...