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Primus at Arizona Financial Theatre was sonically sublime, perfectly quirky

By Eric Vanderwall

Aug 4, 2025

New drummer, elephants on trampolines, toy animal heads and expertly played, bass-driven rock.

Wiz Khalifa and the art of 'aura farming'

By Mike Madriaga

Jul 25, 2025

Come for the bangers on the rapper's Good Vibes Only Tour: Smoker's Edition, stay for his effortlessly cool vibes.

Katy Perry’s Phoenix show was a dystopian spectacle

By Jennifer Goldberg

Jul 13, 2025

The pop singer delivered popular tracks, a lightsaber battle and AI, sci-fi-themed art on her Lifetimes tour stop.

Kesha and Scissor Sisters delivered powerful, sexy performances in Phoenix

By Shi Bradley

Jul 8, 2025

Along with hyperpop singer Slayyyter, each act lit up Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre with sultry, sweaty, fierce sets.

Review: Saba delivered jazzy Chicago raps to Phoenix at intimate but vibrant performance

By Andrew Dirst

Jun 28, 2025

The acclaimed hip-hop artist brought his talents to The Van Buren and energized a smaller-than-expected crowd.

Chase & Status lit up the stage at their Phoenix show. Here's a look at the night

By Shi Bradley

Jun 24, 2025

Award winners, collaborators with Rihanna, the London-based act returned to Phoenix.

Review: Post Malone brought the fire to State Farm Stadium

By Jennifer Goldberg

Jun 22, 2025

Massive pyrotechnics, a message from Jelly Roll and a mysterious injury kept fans on their toes during the show.

Review: Wu-Tang Clan delivered at their final Phoenix show

By Shi Bradley

Jun 19, 2025

The celebrated hip-hop collective gave fans an intense, energetic final performance loaded with memorable moments.

‘High on life:’ A lot to love at Malcolm Todd in Phoenix

By Andrew Dirst

Jun 15, 2025

A youthful audience sells out The Van Buren in an easy-to-love show with a little something for everyone.

Emotional band Journal christened new venue The Rosetta Room with a noisy set

By Mike Bengoechea

Jun 12, 2025

The band got loud at the new place to see shows in the East Valley.

Raveena's show at The Van Buren was a beautiful, meditative experience

By Shi Bradley

Jun 9, 2025

The R&B singer brought a soulful, peaceful energy to her show as she performed and led the crowd in a group meditation.

Review: Goose gave fans a three hour jam last night at Arizona Financial Theatre

By Mike Bengoechea

Jun 6, 2025

The jam rock band delivered a lengthy set, loaded with blues riffs and dance-inspiring grooves, to a packed house.

Kendrick Lamar and SZA's Glendale concert was a masterpiece

By Jennifer Goldberg

May 29, 2025

To all those young fans attending their first concert: Sorry kids, it's all downhill from here.

Here's every song Kendrick Lamar, SZA played at State Farm Stadium

By Jennifer Goldberg

May 28, 2025

Kendrick Lamar and SZA packed 50 songs into their Grand National Tour stop at State Farm Stadium on May 27.

Alive and kicking: Simple Minds delivered their classic tunes with vigor

By Cory Frye

May 26, 2025

The Scottish new-wave post-punkers gave fans a hearty dose of their '80s catalog, from hits to a couple of unexpected songs.

Producer Berlioz rocked the house at first-ever Phoenix show

By Shi Bradley

May 26, 2025

The producer lit up the crowd at Saturday's show with his signature jazz-house music fusion. Local DJ Mitch Freedom opened.

'A futuristic wizard prophet': The Weeknd delivered music and mystery at his 2025 Phoenix tour launch

By Jennifer Goldberg

May 10, 2025

Hugely creative, wildly entertaining stadium show or the coolest cult ritual we've ever seen? We're still not sure.

Here’s the full setlist for The Weeknd's State Farm Stadium concert

By Jennifer Goldberg

May 10, 2025

The Canadian superstar filled his two-hour set with smash hits, new tracks and a few surprises.

M3F Fest 2025 gave back to Phoenix with communal vibes and stellar dance parties

By Chris Coplan and TJ L'Heureux

Mar 11, 2025

The good, bad and everything else about Phoenix's most community-oriented music fest.

Extra Innings gave Tempe another chance to dance and commune

By Jacob McAdams

Mar 4, 2025

The good, the bad and the mostly dusty.

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