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Cavalera announces Return to Chaos fall tour

By Amy Young

Aug 5, 2025

The band featuring brothers Max and Iggor Cavalera will perform 'CHAOS A.D.' in its entirety.

Teddy Swims' Phoenix concert delivered great music by a good guy

By Jennifer Goldberg

Aug 4, 2025

Powerful vocals, a hearty setlist and minimal effects made for a great show.

Celebrity Theatre 2025 schedule: every show announced so far

By Benjamin Leatherman

Aug 4, 2025

Marisela, Keb’ Mo’ and Samantha Fish are scheduled to perform at the iconic Phoenix venue this year.

Doechii's Live from the Swamp Tour stops in Phoenix this fall

By Amy Young

Aug 4, 2025

The Grammy-winning rapper from Florida is bringing her breakneck flow to the Valley.

Arizona State Fair 2025 concerts: Here's every artist that's been announced

By Benjamin Leatherman

Aug 4, 2025

The lineup includes a Southern rap superstar, a country hitmaker, a heavy metal act and a reunion by a beloved Arizona band.

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.

Arizona Musicfest announces 2025-26 lineup. Here's who is performing

By Benjamin Leatherman

Aug 1, 2025

The seven-month concert series will bring Samara Joy, Kenny G and even Morgan Freeman to the Valley.

Primus’ new drummer talks Puscifer, potential new record and staying limber

By Lauren Wise

Jul 28, 2025

John Hoffman is living one of his dreams — getting to pound the skins for the Primus, a band he opened for over a decade ago.

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.

'We want people to go fucking crazy': Frankie and the Witch Fingers are heading to Phoenix

By Tom Reardon

Jul 24, 2025

The band is fully charged and ready to blast audiences on the Trash Classic tour with their fueled-up garage rock

Jolthrower headlines a night of noise music in Miami, AZ

By Amy Young

Jul 24, 2025

Obscure audiologist whose sets are fueled by Jolt Cola joins Arizona and California bands for a night of sonic disruption.

A conversation with Fishbone's Chris Dowd and Angelo Moore before their upcoming show

By Tom Reardon

Jul 22, 2025

‘We shouldn’t have to make songs like “Racist Piece of Shit” and “Last Call for America”’

Marquee Theatre 2025 schedule: every show announced so far

By Benjamin Leatherman

Jul 21, 2025

Marc Rebillet, Lil Mosey and GWAR are set to visit the long-running Tempe concert venue this year.

Innings Festival and Extra Innings announce 2026 dates in Tempe

By Benjamin Leatherman

Jul 18, 2025

The baseball-themed Innings Festival and Extra Innings are returning to Tempe next year. Here's what's coming.

'Only the Strong Survive': Murkemz makes his mark with Wu-Tang

By Mike Madriaga

Jul 18, 2025

Murkemz teams up with Inspectah Deck on a booming new single while continuing to build his career. Here's how it happened.

Steve Miller Band cancels entire North American Tour. Here's why and how to get a refund

By Amy Young

Jul 17, 2025

Due to various unpredictable severe weather possibilities, the upcoming run of more than 30 shows is not happening.

Kaytranada and Justice announce fall tour with Phoenix stop in October

By Amy Young

Jul 17, 2025

The two acts join forces to co-headline several North American shows with their unique EDM styles.

Valley medical team goes mobile for musicians in need

By Natalia Jarrett

Jul 15, 2025

Dr. Housecalls of the Valley has performers covered, providing on-site treatment, from injuries to an invigorating IV.

There's no Phoenix date on Paul McCartney's Got Back 2025 tour but he gets close

By Amy Young

Jul 14, 2025

If you want to see the legend in action, the tour launches in Palm Desert, a quick road trip away. Here's how to get tickets.

Alabama band SNACKS is headed to Phoenix for a midweek show on July 16

By Tom Reardon

Jul 14, 2025

The band stops on tour to play their garage pop infused with the synth-y spirit of the '80s.

Touring Artists

Horsegirl's tour heads to Valley Bar

2025 Dreamy Draw Festival announces its lineup

Touring Artists

Horsegirl's tour heads to Valley Bar

2025 Dreamy Draw Festival announces its lineup

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