Lisa Loeb will perform an intimate acoustic set at Zia Records Tempe on Nov. 29 to celebrate the Record Store Day Black Friday release of “Stay (I Missed You) 25th Anniversary.” 

In addition to performing, Loeb is signing copies of her limited edition single. If you are interested in going, RSVP at the Facebook event page. 

“Stay (I Missed You)” was the Grammy-winning singer’s chart-topping debut, which marked the first time that a single by an unsigned artist topped the Hot 100. The limited edition 12-inch color vinyl of her breakthrough hit includes four additional never-before-released live versions of fan favorites “Stay (I Missed You),” “Waiting for Wednesday,” “Truthfully” and “I Do” recorded in Japan in January 2013 with her band Nine Stories.

10/21/2020: Dan + Shay

Grammy-winning country duo Dan + Shay will bring their first arena tour to Glendale, performing at Gila River Arena on Oct. 21, 2020.

That’s next year, not in two weeks.

American Express card members can purchase tickets before the general public through 10 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 10.

Tickets go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 11, at ticketmaster.com. A limited number of VIP Packages will be available to purchase. These include limited-edition merchandise created exclusively for VIPs. For complete presale details and ticket information, please visit danandshay.com. 

Dan + Shay announced the tour just days after unveiling a collaboration with one of the world’s best-selling pop stars, Justin Bieber, the single  “10,000 Hours.” 

Fans can expect to hear the duo’s growing catalog of hits, including songs from their most recent album, “Dan + Shay,” which has held strong in the Top 5 on Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart all year while sending three songs to the top spot – the triple-platinum “Tequila,” double-platinum “Speechless” and most recently, “All To Myself.”

“Tequila” also earned them a Grammy for Best Country Duo/Group Performance They were the-most awarded artist at this year’s ACM Awards, taking home Best Duo, Song and Single (“Tequila”), with Dan Smyers earning an additional two for his work as a songwriter and producer.  Among the most-nominated artists at this year’s CMA Awards, Dan + Shay are up for Duo, Album and Single of the Year for “Speechless,” with Smyers receiving an additional nomination for Song of the Year as a co-writer alongside Nicolle Galyon and Jordan Reynolds on “Tequila.”

Mott the Hoople ’74 cancel tour

Mott the Hoople ’74 have announced the cancellation of their U.S. tour, which would have included an Oct. 31 performance at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. Singer-guitarist Ian Hunter has recently developed a severe case of tinnitus and has been advised by his doctors to discontinue performing until this condition subsides.

Tickets purchased for these dates can be refunded at the point of sale.

1/10-11: Styx launch tour in Phoenix

Styx will launch their 2020 tour the same way they launched this year’s tour – on stage in Phoenix at the Celebrity Theatre. 

They’re playing two shows – Friday, Jan. 10, and Saturday, Jan. 11. 

Showtime for both shows is 8 p.m.

Tickets ($40-$105) go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 4 at Celebrity Theatre, 440 N. 32nd?St., Phoenix, celebritytheatre.com or by phone, at 602-267-1600.

All tickets are subject to sales tax, facility and ticketing surcharges.

Tommy Shaw (vocals, guitars), James “JY” Young (vocals, guitars), Lawrence Gowan (vocals, keyboards), Todd Sucherman (drums) and Ricky Phillips (bass) , along with the occasional surprise appearance by original bassist Chuck Panozzo – are back on the road in continued support of “The Mission,” their first release in 14 years.

But their setlist will draw on four decades of Styx, including such staples as “The Grand Illusion,” “Blue Collar Man,” “Lady,” “Miss America,” “Man in the Wilderness,” “Crystal Ball,” “Come Sail Away” and “Renegade.” 

3/29: Celine Dion

Celine Dion will bring her Courage World Tour to Gila Rier Arena in Glendale on March 29. The tour, which launched Sept. 18 in Québec, is the singer’s first U.S. tour in more than 10 years in support of her first English album in 6 years.

Tickets will go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 4, at 10 a.m. and can be purchased at ticketmaster.com.

Members of Team Celine will have access to purchase tickets before the public through an advance pre-sale. American Express card members can purchase tickets before the public from 10 am. Monday, Sept. 30, through 10 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 3.

Exclusive VIP packages will be available. 

Last week, Dion released three new tracks from her upcoming album, due Nov. 15, also titled “Courage:” “Imperfections,” “Lying Down,” and the title song.

All online ticket orders for the North American leg of the tour come with one CD copy of the album.

12/6: It Was 50 Years Ago Today

Christopher Cross, Todd Rundgren, Micky Dolenz of the Monkees, Jason Scheff of Chicago and Joey Molland of Badfinger will bring a show called It Was Fifty Years Ago Today – Tour 2019 – A Tribute To The Beatles’ White Album on Friday, Dec. 6 at the historic Celebrity Theatre.

In addition to playing selections from the Beatles’ “White Album,” which actually turns 51 in two months, they’ll be playing their own hits. 

The tribute’s musical director is Joey Curatolo (the musical director of RAIN: A Tribute to The Beatles).

Tickets are $40-$100, going on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 27, at Celebrity Theatre, 440 N. 32nd?St., Phoenix, celebritytheatre.com or by phone, at 602-267-1600. All tickets are subject to facility, sales tax and ticketing surcharges.

2/8: Dermot Kennedy

Irish singer-songwriter Dermot Kennedy brings his longest U.S. tour to date to Comerica Theatre on Saturday, Feb. 8. 

Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 27 at LiveNation.com.

Kennedy’s debut album, “Without Fear,” will be released Oct. 4. His global streaming numbers continue to rise with more than 600 million across all platforms and more than 9 million monthly listeners on Spotify alone.

He’s also earned praise from Time magazine, NPR, Complex and Billboard.

Kennedy recently made his US television debut on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” quickly followed by an appearance on “The Ellen Show.”

3/27: Dancing with the Stars Live

“Dancing with the Stars” returns to Phoenix on Friday, March 27, bringing 28 dancers to Comerica Theatre on its longest tour to date.

Those dancers include Brandon Armstrong, Lindsay Arnold, Alan Bersten, Witney Carson, Val Chmerkovskiy, Sasha Farber, Jenna Johnson, Gleb Savchenko and Emma Slater.

Tickets are now on sale at ticketmaster.com, dwtstour.com and the Comerica box office.

The all-new production will feature fan-favorite professional dancers doing every type of dance style seen on “Dancing with the Stars.” It also features new numbers choreographed just for the live show, ranging from the cha cha to the foxtrot, salsa and tango.

2/7: TobyMac

Seven-time Grammy winner TobyMac brings his Hits Deep Tour to Gila River Arena on Friday, Feb. 7, with Tauren Wells, Jordan Feliz, We Are Messengers, Ryan Stevenson, Aaron Cole, and Cochren & Co.

Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 27. More information can be found at TobyMac.com or AwakeningEvents.com.

This year’s tour will again feature a First Weekend promotion, during which all tickets may be purchased for 20 percent off by using the code word “INSIDER” when purchasing tickets online. This promotion from 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 27, through 11:59 p.m. Monday, Sept. 30.

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11/23: Lindsey Stirling

Electronic violinist Lindsey Stirling abrings her Warmer in the Winter Christmas Tour to Comerica Theatre for a hometown concert on Nov. 23.

This Stirling’s third Christmas tour, featuring holiday themes as well Stirling’s signature brand of dance routines and on-stage visuals. This year’s set list will feature an array of holiday classics including “I Wonder as I Wander,” “Santa Baby” and  “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy,” as well as some original pieces, including “Christmas C’mon” and” Warmer in the Winter.”

An exclusive fan club and VIP package pre-sale runs through 10 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 19. VIP packages include a premium concert ticket paired with merchandise or access to Lindsey’s Christmas Party, a pre-show experience complete with festive and interactive activities fans can participate in alongside Stirlings and members of her band.

For details, visit cidentertainment.com/events/lindsey-stirling-christmas-tour/ . 

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Local radio and promoter pre-sales run from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 19. 

Tickets for the general public will go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 20.  For complete ticket information on all tour dates, visit lindseystirling.com/tour.

“Warmer in the Winter” was the best-selling new Christmas album of 2017, outselling pop music heavyweights such as Gwen Stefani and Sia.  It was also the best-performing holiday album on Pandora with more than 40 million spins and had the biggest debut for a holiday release last season. “Carol of the Bells” from “Warmer in the Winter: Deluxe Edition” was the first instrumental to go Top 10 at AC radio, where it peaked at No. 5.

Stirling will embark on a US tour in support of her new album, “Artemis,” in 2020.

1/17: Temptations and Four Tops

Motown legends the Temptations and the Four Tops return to Comerica Theatre on Friday, Jan. 17th. 

Tickets are on sale now at Livenation.com, Ticketmaster.com and the box office.

Otis Williams, the last surviving link to the Temptations’ hit days, says, “The Tempts have always been known for great lead singers. Today we have four of the greatest leads in the proud history of the group.”

Abdul “Duke” Fakir is the lone surviving members of the Four Tops’ classic lineup.

12/7: John Leguizamo

John Leguizamo will bring his latest one-man show, the Broadway hit “Latin History for Morons,” to Tempe on Dec. 7.

Tickets went on sale Sept. 16 for the show at ASU Gammage, the Frank Lloyd Wright landmark that hosts first-run Broadway tours such as “Mean Girls.” Prices start at $20-$65 but are subject to increases based on demand. Order at 480-965-3434 or asugammage.com.

Leguizamo started out in stand-up comedy in New York in the 1980s but quickly jumped to screen acting. He has done Shakespeare with Baz Luhrmann, dressed in drag with Wesley Snipes and lisped his way through five “Ice Age” flicks as the voice of Sid the Sloth.

Born in Colombia and raised in New York, Leguizamo has been exploring his cultural heritage in one-man shows since 1991, including “Mambo Mouth” and “Spic-O-Rama,” some of which have been performed by other actors at regional theaters (including here in Phoenix).

“Latin History for Morons” is his take on Latinos in the U.S., although of course he goes all the way back to Christopher Columbus. It opened on Broadway in November 2017 and got extended into a three-month-plus run (which counts as a hit for a non-musical play although it would be a box office disaster for a big musical).

That production was filmed and is currently available for streaming on Netflix. So, maybe those tickets won’t sell out right away.

Jackie Evancho cancels Celebrity Theatre show

The Jackie Evancho concert scheduled for Oct. 5 at the Celebrity Theatre has been canceled. 

The news appeared on the theater’s website and DannyZeliskoPresents.com, the show’s promoter. 

No reason was given. An email to the promoter wasn’t answered. 

The soprano gained fame on “America’s Got Talent,” which she appeared on in 2010. She was 10 years old. 

She is touring to promote “The Debut,” an album devoted to Broadway songs. 

Other tour dates don’t appear to have been affected. She is still slated to perform the following night at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza and Oct. 12 in Stateline, Nevada, at Harrah’s. 

Joe Rogan adds third show

Comedian Joe Rogan has added a third show to his two-night stand in Phoenix

Rogan has booked a 10  p.m. show on Saturday,  Dec. 7. He already was scheduled to perform at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6, and 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. 

Tickets for the new show go on sale at 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 13, at Ticketmaster.com and the box office. A limited number of tickets remain for the other two shows.

For more information, visit JoeRogan.com

Rogan’s sixth hour-long comedy special, “Joe Rogan: Strange Times,” premiered on Netflix in October 2018.  His previous comedy specials include “Joe Rogan: Triggered” (2016) for Netflix; “Joe Rogan: Rocky Mountain High” (2014) for Comedy Central; “Joe Rogan Live From The Tabernacle” (2012); “Talking Monkeys in Space” (2009) and “Joe Rogan Live” (2007). He also released the CDs “Shiny Happy Jihad” (2007) and “I’m Gonna Be Dead Someday” (2000).

Rogan’s podcast, “The Joe Rogan Experience,” is one of the most popular podcasts online.

1/19: Chance the Rapper

Chance the Rapper has moved the Big Day tour, including a scheduled performance this month in Glendale, to 2020.

The Chicago-based hip-hop star posted a message to fans on Instagram explaining his decision.

Madison House Presents shared a statement that reads: “We fully support Chance taking much needed time to be with his family. We congratulate Chance, Kirsten, Kensli, and the whole Bennett family on the arrival of little Marli. We’re excited to see Chance perform a sold-out show in his hometown of Chicago on September 28 at the United Center, and look forward to seeing him and the band on the road in 2020.”

The Gila River Arena show date, originally scheduled for Sept. 22, will now take place on Jan. 19. Tickets for the rescheduled date are available for purchase now at chanceraps.com/tour. Special Guests to be announced soon.

Fans who purchased tickets to the Sept. 22 date should retain their current tickets as they will be valid for the rescheduled Jan. 19 date. For those unable to attend the new date, refunds will be available at point of purchase.

11/1: Brockhampton

Brockhampton’s Heaven Belongs to You Tour will play the Van Buren on Nov. 1 in support of their fifth album, “Ginger,” with U.K. rapper slowthai opening.

Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 29, at brckhmptn.com/dates/.

Rolling Stone hailed “Ginger” as “the best music of their career” while NPR called it a “weird and wonderful genre-buster.”

The hip-hop boy band topped the charts in 2018 with “Iridescence,” their first major-label release. 

11/3: Marilyn Manson

The Marilyn Manson tour is playing the Van Buren on Nov. 3. That’s close enough to Halloween to feel at least a little special, right?

The shock-rock icon arrives in continued support of “Heaven Upside Down,” a 2017 release that added several modern Manson classics to his legacy, although he tends to stack his set with highlights plucked from the mom-baiting masterpiece “Antichrist Superstar.” Either way, fans win.

Tickets are $77 at the door, $72.50 in advance, on sale now at thevanburenphx.com.

12/4: King Diamond

King Diamond will bring their U.S. tour in support of “The Institute,” their first studio album in 12 years, to Comerica Theatre on Dec. 4, with support from Uncle Acid & the Deadbeats and Idle Hands. 

In a press release, Uncle Acid & the Deadbeats said, “As the long nights draw in and the temperatures drop, I can’t think of a better artist to creep around North America with than the legendary King Diamond.”

Phoenix is the last night of the U.S. of the Danish metal legends’ latest U.S. tour. 

Much like the early days of fellow shock-rock legend Alice Cooper, King Diamond is  also the name of the group’s lead singer, who formed this group after making a name for himself as the singer for Mercyful Fate. He’s known using human bones for a microphone stand

12/1: Trans-Siberian Orchestra

Trans-Siberian Orchestra’sChristmas Eve and Other Stories Tour will stop at Talking Stick Resort Arena on Dec. 1 for two shows, performing the Orchestra’s 1996 debut for which the tour is named.

Al Pitrelli, their musical director and lead guitarist, told USA TODAY, “We are all so excited to bring ‘Christmas Eve and Other Stories’ back this year. It’s been eight years since we last performed it and I promise it will be our most amazing show ever.”

12/5: Moscow Ballet’s ‘Great Russian Nutcracker’

The Moscow Ballet will bring the Gift of Christmas Tour to Comerica Theatre on Dec. 5, performing “Great Russian Nutcracker” for the 13th year in a row.

Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m.Friday, Aug. 23 at Livenation.com or the box office. 

“Great Russian Nutcracker” features award-winning principal ballerinas and dancers  from the top ballet academies in Russia and a large corps de ballet. Three groups travel simultaneously to more than cities across the United States and Canada in November and December.

9/28: Hay Day Festival 

Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers will top the bill at the inaugural Hay Day Festival on Saturday, Sept. 28, at Tempe’s Hayden Square Amphitheatre.

The Pistoleros and Las Calakas will round out the lineup on the outdoor stage with the Hourglass Cats and Wise Monkey Orchestra playing inside Ted’s Refreshments.

The event starts 2 p.m.

Tickets are $40 in advance, $50 at the door and $100 for the VIP experience, on sale now at tedsrefreshments.com.

12/30-31: Decadence

After its biggest year yet, Decadence returns to Rawhide Event Center in Chandler Dec. 30 and 31.

As part of the planning process, the promoters at Relentless Beats and Global Dance reached out to fans to chime in on what they liked and didn’t like about previous years and what they hoped to see this year.  

Plans are now in motion based on that feedback as the promoters plan another massive lineup for what they’ve billed as “Arizona’s biggest New Year’s Eve experience.”

Features already being implemented to improve the guest experience include increased flooring and dedicated walkways at and between the stages, additional entry and exit gates at the main stage, a reconfigured and improved VIP experience that will create better flow and shorter wait times, and increased chill stations and staffed water resources. 

Pre-sale tickets are now on sale at RelentlessBeats.com.

Last year’s festival featured performances by such artists as Above & Beyond, Alison Wonderland, DJ Diesel, Drezo, Dr Fresch, Eric Prydz, Ghastly, Marshmello, NGHTMRE, Porter Robinson, REZZ, San Holo and Skrillex. 

10/21: Bush and Live

Alternative radio staples of the ’90s Bush and Live are bringing their Alt-Imate Tour to Comerica Theatre on Monday, Oct. 21, to “roar through the classics” as Billboard summed it up.

The co-headlining tour finds them celebrating the 25th anniversary of their biggest-selling albums, Live’s “Throwing Copper” and Bush’s “Sixteen Stone.”

Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 9, at LiveNation.com. 

Citi is the official presale credit card of the tour, giving Citi cardmembers access to purchase presale tickets from 10 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, until 10 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 8. For complete presale details, visit citientertainment.com.

Bush frontman Gavin Rossdale told Consequence of Sound, “I’ve known Live since back in the day and they’re great people. As far as what people can expect, it’s a thousand percent and lots of energy, a couple of new songs and just a celebration of the summer. It’s good fun.”

Live frontman Ed Kowalczyk said in a press release, “So thrilled that the ALT-IMATE Tour is extending into October! From the first concert with Bush and Our Lady Peace, we knew that this show was something special. The fans have been so supportive and are obviously sharing our excitement.” 

“Throwing Copper” and “Sixteen Stone” sold more than 20 million albums combined. Both were featured on Rolling Stone’s list, “1994: The 40 Best Records From Mainstream Alternative’s Greatest Year.”

8/23: Keith Sweat cancels

R&B singer Keith Sweat has canceled his Aug. 23 Celebrity Theatre concert.

The show was originally scheduled for March 16 and rescheduled due to a scheduling conflict. 

Refunds may be obtained at points of purchase.

The Celebrity Theatre apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause. 

Sweat has made no mention of the cancellation on his social media accounts, although he was fairly active on Facebook Monday.

9/13: Phoenix Unknown

The Van Buren will host the inaugural Phoenix Unknown: World Music and Night Market presented by Estrella Jalisco on Friday Sept. 13, with performers representing more than 15 countries and vendors representing more than 30 countries.

Phoenix Afrobeat Orchestra will be joined Cafe Jaleo (Colombian), Zazu (French), Arroz Con Mango (Cuban), Qais Essar (Afghan), Around Diarra (Burkina Faso), Fushico Daiko (Japanese), Samba de Carvalho (Brazilian), DJ Vex (African), Djentrification (Thai and Cambodian funk), Firebrass Village Blasting Club (Serbian) and Kristopher Rein (Indian). 

Music will be spread across four stages – the Van Buren stage, Monroe Street Stage, Cathedral Alley and the Sanctuary Stage.

Vendors will be serving food from Lebanon, Africa, Italy, Jamaica, Argentina, China, Thailand, Morocco, Korea, Mexico, Dutch Indonesia, Venezuela, Puerto Rico and more.

Tickets start at just $10 now at thevanburenphx.com

9/22: Chance the Rapper

Chance The Rapper with bring his tour in support of “The Big Day” to Gila River Arena in Glendale on Sunday, Sept. 22. 

Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, Aug, 2, at chanceraps.com/tour. 

Citi card members get access to purchase presale tickets from 1 p.m. Monday, July 29, until 10 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1. For presale details, visit citientertainment.com.

A limited number of LaneOne Premium Packages will also be available, including GA First On Floor access, premium reserved seats, transportation, preferred entrance and more. Check LaneOne for details.

“The Big Day” follows the Chicago rapper’s acclaimed third mixtape, “Coloring Book,” which earned three Grammys, including Best Rap Album, to become the first streaming-only album to win a Grammy. The album also peaked at No. 8 on the Billboard 200. 

10/31: Mott the Hoople ’74

Mott the Hoople ‘74 – a group featuring three former members of glam-rock legends: Ian Hunter, Ariel Bender, and Morgan Fisher – will bring their tour to Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts on Halloween.

They sold out New York City’s Beacon Theater as part of their acclaimed spring run, which featured their first U.S. concerts in 45 years.

An exclusive Spotify Fans First pre-sale begins at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 30.

The Minneapolis Star Tribune called their set at First Avenue “one of the most exciting rock ‘n’ roll shows in recent memory,” while the Philadelphia Inquirer said “[Hunter’s] long, fruitful career deserves Rock and Roll Hall of Fame consideration.”

Speaking of which, Hunter closed out the 2019 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center, leading inductees Def Leppard, Queen guitarist Brian May and others in what Rolling Stone called an “epic performance” of the Mott classic “All The Young Dudes.” 

10/24: Dream Theater

Dream’s Theater’s The Distance Over Time Tour – Celebrating 20 Years of “Scenes From A Memory” will play Mesa Arts Center on Thursday, Oct. 24th.

Tickets are $39-$100, going on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, July 26, at Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main St., DannyZeliskoPresents.com, or by phone, at 480-644-6500.

All tickets are subject to facility and ticketing surcharges, state and city sales tax. All ages welcome.

The show will feature tracks from “Distance Over Time,” their latest effort, as well as selections covering their 30-year career along a nightly celebration of the anniversary of their legendary concept album “Metropolis Part 2: Scenes From A Memory,” performed in its entirety. It’s a nearly three-hour performance.

“Distance Over Time” topped iTunes’ album chart the day it was released and hit the Billboard album chart at No. 24. 

11/15: Young Thug, Machine Gun Kelly

Young Thug and Machine Gun Kelly bring their co-headlining tour to Comerica Theatre on Friday, Nov. 15, with special guests Polo G and Strick.  

Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, July 26, at LiveNation.com.

Emerging on Atlanta’s hip-hop scene with his 2011 mixtape series, Young Thug recently earned his highest chart placement yet on Billboard’s Hot 100 with his latest single “The London” featuring J. Cole & Travis Scott and produced by T-Minus.

The rapper was recently featured on Ed Sheeran’s “No.6 Collaborations Project,”Post Malone’s “Goodbyes” and Lil Nas X’s “Old Town Road (Remix)”.

Machine Gun Kelly recently released his fourth studio album, “Hotel Diablo,” which features “I Think I’m OKAY,” a track that earned spot on Spotify’s 2019 Summer Song Predictions list. 

12/19: Brian Setzer Orchestra

The Brian Setzer Orchestra will bring their 16th annual Christmas Rocks! Tour to the Celebrity Theatre on Thursday, Dec. 19, and the first three rows will be removed for dancing.

Tickets are $58 and $91, going on sale at 10 a.m. Monday, July 29, at?Celebrity Theatre, 440 N. 32nd?St., Phoenix, online at?celebritytheatre.com, or by phone at 602-267-1600. 

The set list will feature songs from the 19-piece orchestra’s three Christmas albums, “Boogie Woogie Christmas,” “Dig That Crazy Christmas” and “Rockin’ Rudolph,” as well as original material that spans the Stray Cat’s 40-year career.

“The music I play in the big band is rock and roll with a jazz influence,” Setzer explained in the press release. “What keeps it fresh is the quality of the players in the band. Also, a big part of keeping the big band fresh are the arrangements; writing the arrangement for 19 people is like writing a song within a song. It makes the song you might have heard many times sound new again.” 

12/3: So You Think You Can Dance Live

“So You Think You Can Dance” will bring this season’s top 10 finalists and two “Dance” all-stars to Mesa Arts Center on Dec. 3.

Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, July 26. To buy tickets or get more info, visit mesaartscenter.com or dancelivetour.com.

The performance will feature the season’s most popular routines, as well as original pieces created specifically for the nationwide tour.

The live show is directed by Raj Kapoor and Rita Maye Bland, with dance routines overseen by Emmy-winning supervising choreographer Mandy Moore.

10/29: Frank Turner

Frank Turner is bringing his No Man’s Land Tour to Mesa Arts Center on Oct. 29. 

The folk-punk singer will perform two sets — one solo and one unplugged with the Sleeping Souls.

Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, July 19, at mesaartscenter.com and the Mesa Arts Center Box Office.

Turner’s latest album, “No Man’s Land,” will be released on Aug. 16.

12/20-22: Cirque Dreams Holidaze

Cirque Dreams Holidaze will play four shows at Comerica Theatre the weekend before Christmas.

The shows are 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec., 20; 3 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 21; and 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 22. 

Tickets are on sale at 10 a.m. Friday at Ticketmaster.com and the Comerica box office. 

The New York Daily News called Cirque Dreams Holidaze “a delicious confection of charm, sparkle and talent by the sleigh load.” Broadway World called it “the perfect holiday gift and show everyone will enjoy.” The Washington Post said it “dazzled” at Kennedy Center.

Broadway Director and Cirque Dreams Founder, Neil Goldberg, searched the world to assemble a cast of cirque artists, singers, dancers and talent for a show that brings features than 300 costumes and dozens of original holiday production numbers.

Broadway singers perform original music alongside a new twist on seasonal favorites such as “Deck The Halls,” “Winter Wonderland” and “Jingle Bell Rock” while acrobatic feats are performed by toy soldiers, snowmen, penguins, candles, reindeer, gingerbread men, carolers, Santa and colossal ornaments.

10/5: Bad Religion

Bad Religion will play the Van Buren on Saturday, Oct. 5, in support of a brilliant new effort called “Age of Unreason.”

Under the Radar said their latest album “reminds of the 16-year-old sitting with a lyric booklet, singing along to ‘No Control’ or ‘Recipe for Hate’ marveling at the depth of meaning and excess of vocabulary wielded as political punk rock power and purpose.”  

They’ll be joined by Dave Hause & the Mermaid, and Emily Davis and the Murder Police.

Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, July 19, at ticketweb.com.

11/8: Post Malone

Post Malone brings the Runaway Tour to Gila River Arena on Friday, Nov. 8, with Swae Lee and Tyla Yaweh. 

Tickets go on sale to the public at 10 a.m. Friday, July 19, at LiveNation.com.

Citi cardmembers can purchase presale tickets from 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 16, until 10 p.m. Thursday, July 18. For complete presale details, visit citientertainment.com.

T-Mobile customers can get exclusive access to stage-front pit tickets for the tour. Un-carrier customers can purchase reserved tickets starting 30 days prior to each show at first day prices. For tickets and more information, visit t-mobile.com/music.

Malone’s set will be drawing from two triple-platinum albums, 2016’s “Stoney” and last year’s chart-topping “Beerbongs & Bentleys.” His mult-platinum hits include “White Iverson,” “Congratulations,” “Rockstar,” “I Fall Apart,” “Psycho” and “Better Now.” 

12/26: A Charlie Brown Christmas Live on Stage

A Charlie Brown Christmas Live On Stage will celebrate the timeless television classic as Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the rest of the Peanuts gang uncover the true meaning of Christmas on Dec. 26 at Comerica Theatre.  

The stage adaptation brings the characters to life set to the original special’s dialogue and the unforgettable sounds of the classic Vince Guaraldi musical score.

Tickets and VIP packages are on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, July 19, at Livenation.com or the box office.

8/24: Bassrush Massive

Bassrush, the internationally renowned bass music brand, returns to Arizona Aug. 24 with Bassrush Massive at Rawhide Event Center.

Presented by Relentless Beats and Insomniac Events, the one-day festival brings Flux Pavilion, Black Tiger Sex Machine, Herobust, Riot Ten, Mastadon, Zeke Beats and Sharps.

Launched in the ’90s, the Bassrush brand has evolved from its strictly drum & bass roots to include dubstep and other bass-oriented genres. Along with exclusive one-off events, Bassrush hosts stages at all major Insomniac festivals such as EDC Las Vegas, EDC Orlando and Beyond Wonderland. In 2011, the brand expanded beyond California, hosting multi-date national tours for major artists including Skrillex and Excision.

Tickets are $49. VIP passes, complete with a preferred main stage viewing area, one complimentary drink, passed desserts, private restrooms and express entry are available starting at $79. Table service will be available for an additional charge. All ticket types are available online at relentlessbeats.com.

Bassrush Massive is an 18 and over event.

9/27-28: Goldrush Music Festival

Relentless Beats has announced the second round of artists for its Goldrush Music Festival at Rawhide Western Town the weekend of Sept. 27-28.

Joining an already stallar lineup are Adventure Club, Barely Alive, Bijou, Blunts & Blonds, Boogie T, Getter, Ghastly, Green Velvet, Hermitude, Jayceeoh, Lil Texas, Lucati, Paz, Shlump, Troyboi and VNSSA.

Relentless Beats had previously announced that this year’s festival with bring Alison Wonderland, Blossom, Destructo, DJ Scheme, Don Diablo, Dr Fresch, Funtcase, Killy, Kyle Watson, Lil Skies, Oliver Heldens, Pouya, Sheck Wes, Trippie Redd, Umek, Will Clarke, Woof Logik, ZHU and Zomboy.

The two-day festival will welcome electronic dance music, house and hip-hop fans from across the country to discover and experience world class DJs across four curated stages.

General admission passes are now available, starting at $159 for a two-day pass, plus fees. 

VIP passes will be available at two levels. Standard VIP includes everything a GA ticket provides plus express VIP entrance, a commemorative lanyard, access to VIP lounge, access to VIP front row viewing area, premium restrooms and passed desserts in the VIP areas.

Platinum VIP includes all that plus complimentary drinks, side-stage viewing at the Golden Gorge stage, access to artist hospitality lounge, steakhouse quality dinner, exclusive festival gift bag and festival concierge.

VIP options are available starting at $259 for a two-day pass. You must be 18 for Standard VIP and 21 for Platinum VIP. Table service will be available at the Golden Gorge stage. All ticket types are available online at relentlessbeats.com. Goldrush is a 18-and-up event.

9/16: Mumford & Sons

Mumford & Sons will bring their Delta Tour to Talking Stick Resort Arena on Monday, Sept. 16, with Gang of Youths.

Verified fan pre-sale begins at 10 a.m. Thursday, June 27, with general on-sale beginning at 10 a.m. Friday, June 28. Full details are available via mumfordandsons.com/live.   

The Delta Tour has been garnering raves for their sold-out performances. The Albany Times Union wrote, “Mumford & Sons has developed into an arena-rock juggernaut,” while the Washington Post proclaimed, “The U.K. quartet thrilled a packed Capital One Arena crowd…undeniably wondrous arena rock anthems.” 

The tour is named for “Delta,” the U.K. rockers’ third consecutive release to top the Billboard album chart, which it did with the largest sales week for an alternative rock album in 2018.

12/12: Ariana Grande

Due to overwhelming demand, Ariana Grande has added new dates to the Sweetener World Tour, including a second appearance in Phoenix – Thursday, Dec. 12, at Talking Stick Resort Arena.

Stereogum said the Sweetener Tour is”the physical embodiment of her superb talent” while the Dallas Observer praised her “controlled yet expansive performance, a master class in Instagram-ready preening and phenomenal technical skill.”

Also returning is the exclusive reserved ticket offer for T-Mobile customers, which saves fans the best tickets at every concert, as close as any fan can get to the stage. Fans can get tickets 30 days prior to every show in the U.S., including already sold-out stops. Tickets are limited. For tickets and more information, visit https://t-mobile.com/music and follow #ArianaWithUs on Twitter.

American Express card members can purchase tickets before the general public from 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 26, through 10 p.m. Sunday, June 30. Live Nation, Ticketmaster, and Venue presale runs from 10 a.m. Friday, June 28, through 10 p.m. Sunday, June 30.

Tickets go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Monday, July 1, at ticketmaster.com. 

11/3: Michael W. Smith

Michael W. Smith will celebrate 35 years of “Friends” on a fall headlining tour that stops at Chandler Center for the Arts on Sunday, Nov. 3.

The Grammy-winning Gospel Music Hall of Famer was recently honored with a star-studded tribute concert to celebrate his 35 No. 1 songs at Bridgestone Arena by a myriad of stars, including Amy Grant, Vince Gill, Randy Travis, the Oak Ridge Boys, CeCe Winans, Jordin Sparks, Rascal Flatts and Wynonna.

Smith says, “I’m really excited about the 35 Years of Friends Tour. We had an event this spring, here in Nashville, where 56 of my friends and fellow artists came together to celebrate my 35 No. 1s and the 35th Anniversary of ‘Friends.’ It was an amazing night – and, for me, brought back some memories of some songs I hadn’t thought of for quite a while! It’s going to be a blast dusting off some songs I haven’t done in concert for a long time. It will be a night full of all the hits – and, of course, I’m excited to lead worship every night.”

Tickets will go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, June 21. More information can be found at michaelwsmith.com or awakeningevents.com.

10/3: Meek Mill, Future

Two of the biggest names in hip-hop – Meek Mill and Future – will bring their co-headlining Legendary Nights Tour to Ak-Chin Pavilion on Oct. 3 with YG, Mustard and Megan Thee Stallion.

Tickets go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Friday, June 21, at LiveNation.com.

Citicard members can access to purchase presale tickets from noon p.m. Tuesday, June 18, until Thursday, June 20, through Citi EntertainmentSM.

For complete presale details, visit citientertainment.com.

TIDAL subscribers will also have access to an exclusive presale from noon Tuesday, June 18, until 10 p.m. Thursday, June 20. Subscribers can find details at TIDAL.com/LegendaryNights or via the TIDAL mobile, web and desktop apps.

10/9: Paul Anka sings Sinatra

Paul Anka brings his Anka Sings Sinatra: His Songs, My Songs, My Way Tour to Mesa Arts Center on Oct. 9.

In a press release, Anka said, “The Anka Sings Sinatra tour will honor a great artist who has influenced me more than anyone else throughout my career, Frank Sinatra.  It will also feature the hits that have spanned my career on this 60th anniversary year. It will be a night filled with his songs, my songs, my way!”

Tickets go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Friday, June 21 at mesaartscenter.com and the box office.

9/24: Jeff Beck

The Celebrity Theatre is one of only seven U.S. dates the legendary Jeff Beck has announced for 2019. He’ll be in Phoenix Tuesday, Sept. 24.

Other dates include the Crossroads Festival with fellow Yardbirds veteran Eric Clapton and a show at the Hollywood Bowl, where he will join another former bandmate, Rod Stewart.  

Reserved?tickets ($35, $55, $95 and $179) go on sale at 10 a.m. Monday,?June 24,?at?the Celebrity Theatre, 440 N. 32nd?St., Phoenix, celebritytheatre.com or, by phone, at 602-267-1600 ext. 1. All tickets are subject to sales tax, and facility and ticketing surcharges. All?ages welcome.? 

The guitarist’s touring band will feature Vinnie Colaiuta on drums, Rhonda Smith on bass, Jimmy Hall on vocals and cellist Vanessa Freebairn-Smith.    

Ranked by Rolling Stone as one of the 100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time, Beck has been inducted to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice – as a member of the Yardbirds and in recognition of his solo work. In the summer of 2016, the guitarist celebrated five decades of music at the Hollywood Bowl, a concert now available on “Jeff Beck: Live At The Hollywood Bowl.”   

10/10: Chris Brown

Chris Brown will play Talking Stick Resort Arena on Oct. 10 with Tory Lanez, Ty Dolla $ign, Joyner Lucas and Yella Beezy.  

Following last year’s Heartbreak on a Full Moon Tour, Brown returns to the road on the INDIGOAT Tour, promising a fresh high-energy show with his signature dance moves and new music.

Tickets go on sale to the general public at noon Friday, June 14, at LiveNation.com.

Citi card members get access to purchase presale tickets from noon p.m. Wednesday, June 12, until 10 p.m. Thursday, June 13. For presale details, visit citientertainment.com.

With every two tickets purchased, fans will also have the option to purchase a copy of Brown’s forthcoming “INDIGO” album, due June 28 with features from Justin Bieber, Nicki Minaj, G-Eazy, Juicy J, Trey Songz, Tory Lanez, Tyga, H.E.R., Lil Jon, Joyner Lucas, Gunna, Tank and Drake.

12/6-7: Joe Rogan

Comedian Joe Rogan has added a second show at Comerica Theatre on Saturday, Dec. 7.

A limited number of tickets remain for the Friday, December 6 show, which went on sale Friday, June 7. 

Tickets are available at Ticketmaster.com and the box office.

For more info visit joerogan.com

Rogan’s sixth hour-long comedy special, “Joe Rogan: Strange Times,” premiered on Netflix in October 2018.  His previous comedy specials include “Joe Rogan: Triggered” (2016) for Netflix; “Joe Rogan: Rocky Mountain High” (2014) for Comedy Central; “Joe Rogan Live From The Tabernacle” (2012); “Talking Monkeys in Space” (2009) and “Joe Rogan Live” (2007). He also released the CDs “Shiny Happy Jihad” (2007) and “I’m Gonna Be Dead Someday” (2000).

Rogan’s podcast, “The Joe Rogan Experience,” is one of the most popular podcasts online.

10/20: Tyler, the Creator

Tyler, The Creator is bringing his tour in support of “Igor,” the album with which he recently became the first solo rapper to top the charts without any co-production or outside producer credits, to Gila River Arena on Sunday, Oct. 20. 

He’s joined by GoldLink and Blood Orange.

Tickets go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Friday, June 7, at Ticketmaster.com.  Tickets can also be purchased at the Gila River Arena Box Office during normal box office hours.

10/22: NF

Chart-topping Michigan rapper NF has announced the dates for his tour in support of a forthcoming album called “The Search,” including Comerica Theatre on Oct. 22. 

A fan ticket pre-sale begins at 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 4. Tickets go on sale to the public at 10 a.m. Friday, June 7. 

Every online order of 2 or more tickets will include one physical CD copy of “The Search.” Tour information and pre-sale registration is available at nfrealmusic.com/tour.

Citi cardmembers get access to purchase U.S. presale tickets through Citi EntertainmentSM beginning at noon Tuesday, June 4. See citientertainment.com for more details.

Arizona Musicfest lineup

The 29th annual Arizona Musicfest season will bring Michael Boton, Chris Botti and more to the Valley.

Under the Street Lamp – Saturday, Jan. 18.

Tony Danza: Standards and Stories – Friday, Jan. 24.

John Pizzarelli Trio: 100 Year Salute to Nat King Cole – Monday, Jan. 27.

Chris Botti – Friday, Jan. 31.

MozART Group – Sunday, Feb. 9.

The Hot Sardines – Tuesday, Feb. 11.

Michael Feinstein: A Special Valentine in Song – Friday, Feb. 14.

The Festival Orchestra, Maestro Robert Moody – Feb. 16 – 23.

Michael Bolton – Thursday, Feb. 27.

Ann Hampton Callaway: The Linda Ronstadt Songbook – Monday, March 2.

Steep Canyon Rangers – Monday, March 9.

The season runs Nov. 8 through March 13 with 26 performances in North Scottsdale.

Tickets for all Arizona Musicfest performances will go on sale in July at azmusicfest.org or by calling (480) 422-8449. 

7/21: Common

Common is bringing his first North American tour since 2009 to the Van Buren on Sunday, July 21. 

The Let Love Have The Last Word Tour is named for Common’s second memoir, following the New York Times bestseller “One Day It’ll All Make Sense.”

But this is not a book tour. The Grammy-winning rapper is hitting the road in support of a forthcoming album, his first since “Black America Again” arrived in late 2016, earning praise from Entertainment Weekly, USA Today, Chicago Tribune, Q and Pitchfork.

An artist pre-sale, including VIP packages, runs through 10 p.m. Thursday, May 23.

Venue and promoter presales run from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Thursday, May 23.

The general on-sale starts at 10 a.m. Friday, May 24.

Lakeshore Music concert series

Lakeshore Music has announced its 2019-20 Concert Series, presenting nine shows the third Saturday of each month from September through May at Tempe Center for the Arts. 

While Lakeshore’s roots are in jazz, the concert lineup features a range of shows, from Cuban rhythms to soulful Afrocentric beats.

Lakeshore Music founder, president and executive producer Woody Wilson says, “Lakeshore Music exists to bring people together for a shared experience of jazz music done well. And part of our mission is to introduce our audiences to exciting, new, emerging artists.”

The season opens on Sept. 28 with Chilean singer-guitarist Camila Meza. Highlights include Sean Jones, a trumpeter Wilson calls “one of the most important jazzmen of our time,” and Cuban jazz pianist Harold López-Nussa, a direct result of Lakeshore’s work with Cuba Rhythm and Views, which conducts U.S. government-sanctioned, cultural-exchange tours of Cuba each year.

The Valley’s Queen of Salsa, Carmela Ramirez, returns with Carmela y Mas in a Latin Jazz Explosion, a lively festival of Cuban popular music and rhythms. And Beth Lederman and Jazz Con Alma with perform a Winter Solstice Concert with the Valley’s finest jazz musicians

The full series is as follows: 

Sept. 28: Camila Meza

Oct. 26: Sean Jones

Nov. 23: Carmela y Mas

Dec. 21: A Winter Solstice Concert with Beth Lederman

Jan. 25: John Storie and the New West Guitar Group

Feb. 22: Chloe Feoranzo

March 21: Hot Club of San Francisco

April 25: Harold Lopez-Nussa

May 16: Tamir Hendelman

Tickets are now on sale for the entire series, or for an array of mini series packages and single-show purchases. Those who purchase all nine shows receive a 25% pricing discount. Purchase of any five shows brings a 20% discount, four shows a 15% discount and three shows a 10% discount.

Tickets are available online at lakeshoremusic.org, at the Tempe Center for the Arts box office, 700 W. Rio Salado Parkway, or by phone at 480-350-2822, extension 2.

12/15: Disney Junior Holiday Party

The Disney Junior Holiday Party will stop at Comerica Theatre on Sunday, Dec. 15, for a 3 p.m. performance. 

Presented by Pull-Ups, the 46-date tour is from the creators of the popular Pollstar-nominated “Disney Junior Dance Party On Tour.” It features favorite Disney Junior characters — including Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Vampirina, and Bingo and Rolly from “Puppy Dog Pals” — performing live on stage to Disney Junior hits and other holiday classics such as “Jingle Bells” and “Deck The Halls.”

The show also includes a special appearance by characters from Disney Junior’s upcoming animated series “T.O.T.S.,” and culminates with a special visit from Santa Claus.

Tickets will be available for presale at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, May 15. Tickets go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 17.

A variety of VIP packages are also available, including pre-party and after-party experiences with character greetings, as well as the opportunity to take pictures with Santa.

10/12: J Balvin

Following his widely praised, back-to-back weekend performances at Coachella, reggaeton superstar J Balvin announced a Phoenix date on his Arcoiris Tour, promising multiple chart-topping hits and groundbreaking visual production.

The tour, which features support from two fast-rising Lyanno and Eladio Carrion, plays Talking Stick Resort Arena Saturday, Oct. 12.

Tickets go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Friday, May 17, at Ticketmaster.com.

American Express card members can purchase tickets before the general public from 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 14, through 10 p.m. Thursday, May 16.

Variety said his Coachella performance was “one of the most eye-popping and elaborate sets ever to be immortalized on the festival’s stage,” “a monumental achievement” and “one of the greatest Coachella has ever seen.”

Before the tour kickoff, Balvin will become the first Latin artist ever to headline the Lollapalooza Festival in Chicago.

10/17: Midland

Midland will play Comerica Theatre on Oct. 17. Tickets are on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, May 17, at Livenation.com and the box office.

The country trio initially garnered attention playing clubs in Texas. Their critically-acclaimed debut, “On the Rocks,” was declared “the year’s best country album” by the Washington Post. 

The Dann-Huff produced album topped the Billboard country sales chart while “Drinkin’ Problem” topped the country singles chart and two Grammy nominations. Midland was also named New Vocal Group of the Year at the 2018 ACM Awards. They recently released “Mr. Lonely,” the first single from their much-anticipated second album, with a video that features Dennis Quaid.

10/1: ‘Game of Thrones’

The Game of Thrones Live Concert Experience returns to North America this fall for a 20-city tour that makes a stop at Comerica Theatre on Oct. 1, bringing the music of Emmy-winning composer Ramin Djawadi to life accompanied by footage from all eight seasons. 

Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Monday, May 13, at Ticketmaster.com.

Having first conceptualized the tour several years ago, Ramin will rework and redevelop the musical and visual elements to create a brand new experience that encompasses fan-favorite pieces from the entirety of “Game of Thrones.”

The tour will also include new musical arrangements from the series’ eighth and final season such as the “The Night King” theme, Ramin’s epic nine-minute composition that went viral immediately after debuting on the show. W

The inaugural run of the Game of Thrones Live Concert Experience featuring Djawadi kicked off in North America in February of 2017, followed by a European run in 2018 and a second North American tour in last fall. The Guardian described the show as “Westeros brought to dazzling life.” Mashable called it “an epic musical journey” while the New York Times praised it as “a symphonic spectacular.”

11/22: Trevor Noah

Trevor Noah will bring the Loud & Clear Tour to Talking Stick Resort Arena on Friday, Nov. 22.

Tickets go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Friday, May 10, at LiveNation.com. 

The Emmy-winning host of “The Daily Show” is known for his insightful take on politics and current events. Born in South Africa during the end of apartheid, Noah published his first book in 2016, “Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood,” which became an instant New York Times bestseller. 

In April, Noah launched a podcast called “On Second Thought: The Trevor Noah Podcast” on Luminary, challenging listeners to explore unfamiliar angles, embrace differing viewpoints and celebrate the contradictions.

7/16: 21 Savage

Multi-platinum rapper 21 Savage will bring his I AM > I WAS Tour to Comerica Theatre on July 16.

Tickets go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Friday, May 10, at LiveNation.com. A limited number of VIP Packages will also be available, including premium tickets, meet & greets, early entry, exclusive merch and more.

This is the rapper’s biggest headline run to date, in support of his second album, “i am > i was.” The single “a lot” was recently certified platinum, nearing 200 million streams on Spotify. Total streams for the album are quickly approaching half-a-billion across platforms. 

High Snobiety called the album “a great artistic leap forward,” while Variety wrote “It’s surprising, considering his bona fides – not to mention the A-list guests on this album –  that 21 Savage is not yet a household name…’i am > i was’ should change that.” 

6/30: John Waters

John Waters brings his This Filthy World lecture to the Celebrity Theatre on Sunday, June 30.

Tickets, $30, $40 and $65, will go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, May 10, at?Celebrity Theatre, 440 N. 32nd?St., Phoenix,?celebritytheatre.com or 602-267-1600. A $99 VIP ticket includes seating in the first two rows, a copy of Waters’ new book and front-of-line access for post-show meet & greet and book signing.

John Waters’ “This Filthy World” performance is a rapid-fire one-man spoken word “vaudeville” act that celebrates the film career of man William Burroughs once called “The Pope of Trash.” Updated and expanded from the original film version, the live performance of “This Filthy World” focuses on Waters’ early negative artistic influences, his fascination with true crime, exploitation films, fashion lunacy, the extremes of the art world, Catholicism, sexual deviancy and a love of reading. 

Waters’ films include “Pink Flamingos,” “Female Trouble,” “Desperate Living,” “Polyester,” “Serial Mom,” “Pecker,” “Cecil B. Demented” and “A Dirty Shame.”

Two of his more surprisingly commercial films have been adapted for the stage –  “Hairspray,” winner of eight Tony Awards, and “Cry Baby – The Musical” nominated for four Tony Awards.

He is the author of nine books: “Shock Value,” “Crackpot,” “Pink Flamingos and Other Trash,” “Hairspray,” “Female Trouble and Multiple Maniacs,” “Art: A Sex Book” (co-written with Bruce Hainley), “Role Models,” “Carsick” and “Mr. Know-It-All: The Tarnished Wisdom of a Filth Elder.”

8/5 Blink-182 and Lil Wayne

Blink-182 and Lil Wayne will bring their co-headlining tour to Ak-Chin Pavilion on Aug. 5 with Neck Deep.

To celebrate the occasion, blink-182 and Lil Wayne have recorded a special tour announcement video, featuring a mash-up of their hits “What’s My Age Again?” and “A Milli.”

Tickets go on sale to the general public at noon Friday, May 10, at LiveNation.com.

Citi cardmembers get access to purchase presale tickets from 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 7, until 10 p.m. Thursday, May 9, through Citi EntertainmentSM. For complete presale details visit citientertainment.com.

To celebrate National Concert Week, a very limited number of $20 all-in tickets will be available from 11 a.m. Monday, May 6, until 10 p.m. Tuesday, May 7, while supplies last. 

9/18: Lenny Kravitz

Lenny Kravitz brings his tour in continued support of “Raise Vibration” to Phoenix, playing Comerica Theatre on Sept. 18.

Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, May 10, at Ticketmaster.com and the venue box office. For more information, check out Kravitz’s official site. 

Kravitz is a four-time Grammy winner who set a record for most wins in the category of best male rock vocal performance.

The son of actress Roxie Roker (“The Jeffersons”), Kravitz broke through at alternative radio in 1989 with “Let Love Rule,” the title track to his acclaimed debut.

Subsequent hits included “It Ain’t Over ‘Til It’s Over,” “Are You Gonna Go My Way,” “Rock and Roll is Dead,” “Fly Away,” “Again” and his take on the Guess Who’s “American Woman,” as featured on the soundtrack to “Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me.”

8/27: Chris Isaak

Chris Isaak brings his summer tour to Mesa Arts Center on Aug. 27. 

Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, May 10. American Express Card Members can purchase tickets in select markets before the general public from 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 8, through 10 p.m. Thursday, May 9.

For tickets and VIP package info, visit chrisisaak.com.

It’s been 30 years since the release of his “Wicked Game,” which hit the mainstream after turning up in David Lynch’s “Wild at Heart.” Since then, he’s been a talk-show host, a sitcom star, a SWAT commander in “The Silence of the Lambs,” No. 68 on of VH1’s list of sexiest artists and a singer whose music continues to embody the qualities that made his early records so evocative. “

“First Comes the Night,” his latest effort, finds the man Rolling Stone called “rockabilly’s greatest modern ambassador” channeling the sound and spirit of the Sun recording artists he saluted on  “Beyond the Sun,” especially Roy Orbison and Elvis Presley, while sounding more timeless than retro. He’s currently recording a new studio album in Nashville. 

10/24: Incubus

Fresh from headlining the second annual Innings Festival, Incubus have announced that they’ll return to Arizona for a Comerica Theatre concert on Thursday, Oct. 24, with Wild Belle opening. 

The 20 Years of Make Yourself & Beyond Tour will, as the name suggests, find them celebrating the 20th anniversary of their double-platinum breakthrough “Make Yourself.” The Grammy-nominated rockers will be revisiting songs from the “Make Yourself” era as well as other songs spanning their career. 

Tickets go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Friday, May 10, at LiveNation.com. Fan presales will begin at 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 7. Incubus will also offer VIP upgrade packages for each show with options that include a backstage tour, on stage photo opportunity, invitation to the Incubus pre-show jam session and access to watch the entire show from the side of the stage. 

For the first time, top tier VIP tickets will include access to MIXhalo, a breakthrough audio enhancement that enables fans to hear what the band hears onstage. Fans can visit VIPNation.com for more information.

In a press release, Brandon Boyd said, “’Make Yourself’ was such a pivotal moment in our band and we are beyond excited to reintroduce this album to our audience while also showcasing the many musical roads it ultimately led us down.”

Incubus have sold more than 23 million albums, topping the album charts with “Light Grenades” in 2006. They’ve also topped the Billboard Alternative Song chart with four singles: “Drive,” “Megalomaniac,” “Anna Molly” and “Love Hurts.” For more information on Incubus visit: incubushq.com.

11/21: Rhett & Link

YouTube stars Rhett & Link of “Good Mythical Morning” fame will bring their live show to Comerica Theatre on Nov. 21. 

Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, May 10, at Ticketmaster.com.

Rhett and Link met in 1984 on the first day of first grade at elementary school in Buies Creek, North Carolina. Their teacher, Ms. Locklear, held them both in from recess for writing profanity on their desks and sentenced them to coloring pictures of mythical beasts. They’ve been best friends ever since.

After graduating NC State with engineering degrees, they discovered the Internet and in their spare time, began posting original sketches, songs and viral local commercials that earned them stardom in the early days of YouTube. 

6/22: The Try Guys

Viral YouTube sensations the Try Guys will“trying everything and anything” when they bring their first national tour to Comerica Theatre on Saturday, June 22.

Tickets to The Legends of the Internet Tour go on sale at 9 a.m. Friday, May 10, at livenation.com.

The Try Guys were established in 2014 and launched an independent YouTube channel in 2018. They now have more than 5.8 million YouTube subscribers and more than 2 billion views. They’re known for their willingness to try anything and everything, from simulating child birth with electrodes to swimming with sharks.

10/8: Stone Temple Pilots and Rival Sons

Stone Temple Pilots and Rival Sons will bring their co-headlining tour to Comerica Theatre on Oct. 8.

In a press release, Dean DeLeo of Stone Temple Pilots said, “We are thrilled about this tour and grateful to share these upcoming shows with Rival Sons. A great band! They don’t make them like this anymore. Looking forward to seeing all of you!”

In that same press release, Scott Holiday of Rival Sons said, “These guys wrote some of the soundtrack to my childhood…and it’ll be killer to watch and listen to ‘em hit these gems every night!”

Tickets are on sale now at LiveNation.com.

9/21: Toto

Danny Zelisko presents an evening with Toto Saturday, Sept. 21, at the Celebrity Theatre.

Reserved tickets are $40-$80, going on sale at 10 a.m. Monday, May 6, at celebritytheatre.com, the venue box office (4400 N. 32nd St., Phoenix) or by phone at 602-267-1600. 

The tour announcement arrives in the midst of a bit of a Toto resurgence. Their greatest hits package, “40 Trips Around The Sun,” debuted at the top of the charts in eight different countries in early 2018 and kicked off what’s been their longest tour in years.

They’ll now conclude the almost two-year “40 Trip Around The Sun Tour” with 20 final shows in North America.

As individuals, Toto members can be heard on an astonishing 5000 albums with combined sales of half a billion and more than 200 Grammy nominations.

As Toto, they have more than a billion streams worldwide on all streaming services.

10/15: Bastille

Bastille will bring their “Doom Days” tour to Comerica Theatre on Oct. 15. 

Every online ticket order purchased for the U.S. dates includes a CD copy of the new release, which hits the streets on June 14. 

The pre-sale code will be revealed on the band’s Instagram stories on the morning of the pre-sale launch, which begins at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 3. 

Tickets go on sale to the public at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 10.

According to a press release, the album “takes the listener on a big night out in search of distraction from the surrounding apocalypse; be that screaming along to the radio in the back of an Uber careering through the city (the electric ‘Quarter Past Midnight’), getting loved up in the company of good friends (‘4AM’), a casual hook-up (‘Another Place’), or the end-of-night longing to be with somebody (‘Those Nights’). 

7/2: Arizona Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame inductions

The Arizona Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (AMEHOF) will hold its 2019 Induction Ceremony for six honorees at Tempe Center for the Arts on Tuesday, July 2.

Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 1, at TempeCenterfortheArts.com or by phone at 480-350-2822.

The inductees, including several fixtures of the historic Mill Avenue rock scene in Tempe, are:

Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers: Two decades into a career launched in the Mill Avenue scene heyday, Clyne and the Peacemakers released “Native Heart” in 2017, continue to tour and do the annual Circus Mexicus festival in Rocky Point.

Pistoleros: Led by the Zubia brothers, Pistoleros recently celebrated their 25th anniversary with the album “Silver” on Fervor Records.

Dead Hot Workshop: Clyne once said of Dead Hot Workshop, “Music people in this city get as excited about what Brent Babb does as people did about what Dylan was doing in the ’60s.” 

Bob Meighan: Bob Meighan’s band became a kind of house band at the Celebrity Theatre in the ’70s, being a frequent opening act, before moving to Tucson.

Long Wong’s: This small, defunct venue has long been considered the headquarters of the Mill Avenue scene that spawned the Gin Blossoms, Dead Hot Workshop, the Pistoleros, the Refreshments and many others.

Fender Musical Instrument Corporation: Since 1991, Fender has made its corporate home in Scottsdale. It’s the company that brought the world the Stratocaster and Telecaster guitars and the Jazz and Precision bass guitars as well as many classic amplifiers.

In addition to receiving their induction plaques, the three Tempe bands, including former members of the Peacemakers, will perform live that evening. Doors open at 6 p.m. The ceremony starts at 7 p.m.

Tickets are $25-$35 plus service fees.

10/23: Tenacious D

Tenacious D In Post-Apocalypto The Tour will make its way to Phoenix on Oct. 23 for a show at Comerica Theatre.

Phoenix is one of 11 cities added to this latest tour by the Greatest Band in the World, as Tenacious D’s Jack Black and Kyle Gass prefer to call themselves 

The tour takes its name from “Tenacious D in Post-Apocalypto,” an animated film with each frame hand-drawn by Black and every character voiced by Black and Gass.  The film was accompanied by the album “Post-Apocalypto.” 

They’re joined on all dates by the country band Wynchester

Fans are encouraged to keep an eye on Tenacious D’s social media channels Wednesday, May 1, for pre-sale info.

The general on-sale will begin at 10 a.m. Friday, May 3, at Ticketmaster.com and the venue box office.

Tenacious D had a variety series on HBO in 1999. Their self-titled album was released in the fall of 2001, going on be certified platinum. The duo released their first feature film together – “Tenacious D in the Pick of Destiny” in 2006. The album “Rize of the Fenix” followed in 2012, receiving a Grammy nomination for Best Comedy Album.

In 2013, Black and Gass founded and hosted Festival Supreme, a music and comedy festival in Los Angeles. In its first four years, Festival Supreme boasted acts such as Adam Sandler, Sarah Silverman, Flight of the Conchords, “Weird Al” Yankovic, Patton Oswalt, Die Antwoord, Amy Poehler, Workaholics and more.

In 2014, Tenacious D won a Grammy in the category of Best Metal Performance for their cover of Ronnie James Dio’s “The Last In Line.”

8/13: Collective Soul

Collective Soul will celebrate their silver anniversary on the road with Tempe’s Gin Blossoms, playing Comerica Theatre on Aug. 13. 

The Now’s The Time Tour also celebrates a new release, their 10th studio album, “Blood,” which hits the streets June 21 on Fuzze-Flex Records/ADA and features guest appearances by Tommy Shaw of Styx and Sheryl Crow’s guitarist Peter Stroud.

In a press release, Collective Soul’s E Roland says he thinks the album “expresses where we’ve been on this life journey,” adding, “I think it’s the best we’ve ever done. I know you should think that, but I really do think it’s the best. It’s a good, consistent record. We’re just so proud of it.”

Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. May 1 at Ticketmaster.com and the Comerica Theatre Box Office.

Both groups are offering VIP packages available now, which include meet and greets, exclusive merchandise and more. More information can be found at www.collectivesoul.com and www.ginblossoms.net. 

In the same press release, Roland said of the tour, “We want to play the hits as we always do, but I think we also want to share the new record with our fans. At 25 years later, we want to say, ‘Hey, we’re still making the best that we can do.’ Right now, I’ve got seven of the new songs in the setlist, and hopefully, on some nights, we can play the whole thing from start to finish. I mean, it’s our 25th anniversary. We’re going at it hard, everyone!”

9/27-28: Goldrush Music Festival

Relentless Beats has announced the return of Goldrush Music Festival to Rawhide Western Town in Chandler on Sept. 27 and 28. The two-day festival will welcome EDM and hip-hop fans from across the country to experience an event that spans four curated stages.

Past Goldrush acts include Black Tiger Sex Machine, Claude Vonstroke, Deadmau5, Dillon Francis, Excision, Ghastly, Illenium, Lil Uzi Vert,; Malaa, Marshmello, Migos, Rezz, RL Grime, San Holo, $uicideboy$, Steve Aoki, Slander, Tokimonsta, Troyboi and Vince Staples.

The first round of artists for this year will be announced in the coming weeks, with further details to accompany it.

A limited number of pre-sale general admission passes are onsale now, starting at $119 for a two-day pass. VIP passes will be available at two levels: Standard VIP, including everything that a GA ticket provides plus express VIP entrance, a commemorative lanyard, access to VIP lounge, access to VIP viewing deck, premium restrooms and passed desserts in the VIP areas.

Platinum VIP includes everything that the Standard VIP pass includes, plus complimentary drinks, side-stage viewing at the Golden Gorge stage, access to artist hospitality lounge, steakhouse quality dinner, exclusive festival gift bag and festival concierge.

VIP options are available starting at $219 for a two-day pass and you must be 18 for Standard VIP and 21 and up for Platinum VIP to purchase. Table service will be available at the Golden Gorge stage. All ticket types are available online at relentlessbeats.com. 

12/31: Brian Regan

Brian Regan will be spending New Year’s Eve at Comerica Theatre. 

Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, April 26, at Livenation.com and the Comerica Theatre box office. For more information and links to purchase tickets visit BrianRegan.com.

Regan’s Netflix Series, “Stand Up And Away! With Brian Regan,” is streaming now, as is the first of his two Netflix Specials, “Brian Regan: Nunchucks and Flamethrowers.”

Considered by critics, fans and fellow comedians as one of the best stand-ups in the country, Regan visits close to 100 cities each year selling out the most beautiful venues in North America. Chris Rock has said, “No comedian in the world says, ‘Yeah, I want to follow Brian Regan.'”

8/16: Chris Young

Chris Young brings his Raised on Country Tour with Chris Janson and Locash to Ak-Chin Pavilion on Friday, Aug. 16.

Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, April 26, at livenation.com.

It’s been 13 years since Young became a Nashville star by winning “Nashville Star.” Since then, he’s sent five singles to the top of Billboard’s country chart — “Gettin’ You Home (The Black Dress Song),” “The Man I Want to Be,” “Voices,” “Tomorrow” and “You.”

And he’s gone platinum with a few that didn’t even make it to the top – “Aw Naw,” “Who I Am With You,” “I’m Comin’ Over,” “Think of You” and “Losing Sleep.” The last of those was also featured as the title track of Young’s most recent album, which debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s country chart.

10/25: Joe Bonamassa

Blues-rock guitar hero Joe Bonamassa brings his tour in support of “Redemption” to  Comerica Theatre on Friday, Oct. 25.

Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, April 26, at jbonamassa.com/tour-dates and Ticketmaster.com.

Backed by a stellar band including “Late Night with David Letterman” drummer Anton Fig, Nashville bassist Michael Rhodes, Rock & Roll Hall of Famer and member of Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble Reese Wynans on keyboards, saxophonist Paulie Cerra and trumpet player Lee Thornburg with soulful background singers.

The show will feature brand new songs alongside career-spanning favorites. 

“Redemption” was his 21st release to top the Billboard blues chart. He has more than 30 albums to his credit, including studio and live releases, collaborative albums with blues sensation Beth Hart, and side projects Black Country Communion and Rock Candy Funk Party.

7/15: Tim McGraw

Fresh from treating Country Thunder fans to 25 years worth of crowd-pleasing singalongs, Tim McGraw has been announced as the headlining act at the KNIX Birthday Bash celebrating 50 years the Valley.

The most played KNIX artist of all time will be joined by Jon Pardi and Midland July 15 at Comerica Theatre.

Tickets start at $30 and go on sale at 10 a.m. Monday, April 22, through Ticketmaster.com.

Guster

Last seen turning in a wildly entertaining set at Innings Festival, Guster return to the Valley on July 10 for a show at the Van Buren in support of “Look Alive,” their first release in four years.

NPR Music called it “sparkling” while Relix said it was “their greatest stylistic leap yet.”

Tickets are $25, going on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, April 19, at thevanburenphx.com.

8/9: Mary J. Blige

Mary J. Blige will bring her 22-date co-headlining tour with fellow hip-hop legend Nas to Ak-Chin Pavilion on Friday, Aug. 9.

The undisputed queen of hip-hop soul, Blige topped the R&B with her first two singles, “You Remind Me” and “Real Love,” following through with such classics as “Not Gon’ Cry” and “Be Without You,” a song that would go on to be declared the most successful R&B/hip-hop song of all time in 2017. 

Nas’ hits include “The World is Yours” and “Street Dreams.” His debut, “Illmatic,” is frequently ranked (with good reason) among the greatest hip-hop albums of all time.

Tickets go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Friday, April 19, at LiveNation.com.

Citi is the official presale credit card for the tour, allowing Citi card members to purchase presale tickets from noon Wednesday, April 17, until 10 p.m. Thursday, April 18, at www.citientertainment.com.

10/5: Jackie Evancho

Jackie Evancho will play the Celebrity Theatre on Saturday, Oct. 5.

Reserved?tickets are $35-$95, going on sale at 10 a.m. Monday, April 22 at www.celebritytheatre.com, the venue box office at 440 N. 32nd?St., Phoenix, or by phone, at 602-267-1600 ext. 1.

All tickets are subject to facility and ticketing surcharges. All?ages welcome.?

A worldwide sensation at the age of 10, Evancho rose to fame as a contestant on “America’s Got Talent,” going on to make Billboard’s list of “music movers-and-shakers under the age of 21” twice (in 2010 and 2012).

She’s 18 now and touring in support of “The Debut,” which finds her turning her attention to selections from Broadway’s rapidly evolving New American Songbook, including songs from “Hamilton,” “Dear Evan Hansen,” “Waitress,” “Once” and “Spring Awakening.” 

8/3: Rascal Flatts

Rascal Flatts will bring their Summer Playlist Tour to Ak-Chin Pavilion on Saturday, Aug. 3, with Jordan Davis and Morgan Evans.

Rascal Flatts have sent 17 songs to No. 1 on Billboard’s country chart, but the industry trade publication says, “The road has been where the band has done some of their most inspiring work over the years.”

You can count on this year’s summer playlist featuring the biggest of those hits, including “Bless the Broken Road,” “What Hurts the Most” and “My Wish,” all of which went platinum.

Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, April 19, at livenation.com.

8/3: Wayne Newton reschedules for surgery

Wayne Newton has rescheduled Saturday’s performance at Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino after being made to undergo emergency back surgery.

RELATED: Wayne Newton talks about the Phoenix roots that led him to Las Vegas

Newton has issued a statement that reads, “I am truly disappointed in my having to cancel this weekend’s show at Wild Horse Pass, but my doctors have directed me to undergo emergency back surgery to remedy a painful situation. They assure me that I will be up and running very soon! I was so looking forward to being there and want to let everyone know how sorry I am to miss this show and that I will definitely be back on Saturday, August 3rd, 2019!”

11/15: Bad Bunny

Following the overwhelming success of sold-out shows in Miami, Portland, Seattle, Chicago and Austin, Bad Bunny has added more dates to the X100PRE Tour, including Talking Stick Resort Arena on Friday, Nov. 15.

Tickets go on sale to the general public at 7 a.m. Friday, April 12, at CMNEvents.com.

The Grammy-nominated rapper-songwriter is known as Latin music’s “King of Trap.”

The tour has received praise from critics, with reviews highlighting the 360-degree mappable LED stage that gives his audience views of him from any point in the arena, videos that give a deeper glimpse into his journey of becoming Bad Bunny, and surprise performances from some of Latin music’s hottest artists like J Balvin, Becky G, Farruko and Zion of Zion y Lennox.

9/19: Kansas

The Kansas Point of Know Return Tour plays Mesa Arts Center Sept. 19.

Tickets and VIP packages go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Friday, April 12, at mesaartscenter.com, the venue’s box office or by calling 480-644-6500.

This is the third leg of Kansas’ tour celebrating the 40th anniversary of “Point of Know Return” by performing the six-times-platinum album in its entirety. And that’s just one very long part of a more than two-hour performance blending hit songs, deep cuts and fan favorites. Tickets and KANSAS VIP Packages for most dates go on sale to the general public Friday, April 12, 2019. Ticket information can be found at kansasband.com.    

8/29: ZZ Top

The ZZ Top 50th Anniversary Tour makes its way to Comerica Theatre on Thursday, Aug. 29, with very special guests Cheap Trick.

Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, April 12, at Livenation.com, Ticketmaster.com or the Comerica Theatre box office.

ZZ Top bring the most consistently stable lineup in the history of rock and roll: Billy F Gibbons, Dusty Hill and Frank Beard (still the only one without a beard). 

That Little Ol’ Band From Texas took their place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004 on the strength of a career that evolved from the gutbucket blues-rocking swagger of “La Grange” and “Tush” to the synthesized polish of their ’80s MTV hits (“Gimme All Your Lovin’,” “Legs,” etc). As the rock-hall website sizes up their legacy: “For many, ZZ Top have been the premiere party band on the planet. Certainly, they have been Texas’ foremost cultural ambassadors.”

Sara Bareilles is bringing her Amidst the Chaos Tour to Comerica Theatre Oct. 30. 

Tickets go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Friday, April 12th at LiveNation.com.

The Grammy, Tony and Emmy-nominated singer-songwriter, actress and author is doing a 30-city tour in support of her fifth full-length album, also called “Amidst The Chaos.”

Variety raved that the album “establishes that there’s no one in contemporary pop better at flexing mezzo-soprano sensitivity and social empathy like a muscle. It’s the perfect album for anyone who could use a little fierce snowflake pride.”

This is the singer’s first album of original material since 2013.

9/27: Tom Segura

Comedian Tom Segura, best-known for his three Netflix specials, will bring his “Take It Down Tour” to Comerica Theatre on Friday, Sept. 27.

Tickets will go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, April 12, through Livenation.com, Ticketmaster.com and the Comerica Theatre box office.

Segura’s three specials are “Completely Normal” (2014), “Mostly Stories” (2016) and “Disgraceful.” He hosts the popular “Your Mom’s House” podcast with his wife, Christina Pazsitzky.

Khalid

Gila River Arena will host the opening night of Khalid’s North American tour in support of a forthcoming sophomore release called “Free Spirit” on June 20 with Khalid’s friend Clairo opening.

The R&B singer broke through in 2016 with the five-times platinum single, “Location,” following through with a string of multi-platinum hits, including “Young Dumb & Broke,” “Love Lies,” “OTW,” “Eastside” and “Better.”

Tickets go on sale to the general public at 12 p.m. Friday, April 5, at LiveNation.com.

Citi/AAdvantage cardmembers can purchase presale tickets through 10 p.m. Thursday, April 4, through Citi EntertainmentSM. Visit citientertainment.com for details.

Every ticket purchased online will include one CD copy of “Free Spirit.”

A limited number of LaneOne Premium packages will also be available, including First On Floor access, “amazing” seats, transportation, preferred entrance and more. 

Fans who have previously purchased merch will receive an exclusive code via email granting them access to the official merch presale from 4 p.m. Wednesday, April 3, through 10 p.m. Thursday, April 4.

Yes

Progressive-rock pioneers Yes bring the Royal Affair Tour to Comerica Theatre on July 24 with Asia (featuring the return of founding member Steve Howe), John Lodge of the Moody Blues and Carl Palmer’s ELP Legacy with guest vocals by Arthur Brown.

Tickets for the Phoenix show go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, April 5, at Ticketmaster.com and the venue box office.

This edition of Yes includes guitarist Steve Howe, drummer Alan White, keyboardist Geoff Downes, singer Jon Davison, bassist Billy Sherwood and drummer Jay Schellen on additional drums.

Yes will perform songs from throughout their career while also honoring the memory of Yes members Chris Squire and Peter Banks.

10/3: Alejandro Sanz

Alejandro Sanz will perform in Phoenix on Oct. 3 at Comerica Theatre. The concert, part of the Spaniard’s tour in support of his new album “#ElDisco,” will mark his first show in Phoenix in 12 years. 

Tickets for the U.S. leg of the tour will go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, April 5, at LiveNation.com. Citi card members can buy presale tickets starting at 10 a.m. Tuesday, 2, April 2, through 10 p.m. Thursday, April 4. Visit citiprivatepass.com for details.  

The tour, dubbed #LaGira, will kick off in Sevilla, Spain, on June 1. 

“#ElDisco” will be released Friday, April 5. So far, two singles have been released from the project: “No Tengo Nada” and the Nicky Jam collaboration “Back in the City.”

Sanz is held in high esteem in the Spanish-language music world, respected both as a singer-songwriter and for his humanitarian efforts. His life was the focus of the 2017 documentary “Lo Que Fui es lo Que Soy.”  

6/13: Luke Bryan

Tickets to Luke Bryan’s Sunset Repeat Tour at Ak-Chin Pavilion go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, March 29, at livenation.com.

The country singer will be joined on June 13 in Phoenix by Cole Swindell and Jon Langston.

Bryan’s biggest hits include “Do I,” “Country Girl (Shake It For Me),” “I Don’t Want This Night to End,” “Drunk on You,” “Crash My Party,” “That’s My Kind of Night,” “Drink a Beer,” “Play It Again,” “Kick the Dust Up,” “Strip It Down” and “Huntin’, Fishin’ and Lovin’ Every Day.” 

He’s topped the country singles chart with 14 songs and been named Entertainer of the Year at both the ACM and CMA Awards.

Last year, he headlined Country Thunder Arizona.

7/22: The Head and the Heart

The Head and the Heart play Comerica Theatre on July 22 with Hippo Campus in support of a forthcoming album called “Living Mirage.”

Their best-known single, “All We Ever Knew,” enjoyed an eight-week run at No. 1 on the Billboard Adult Alternative chart, also topping the charts at alternative radio. Their other hits include “Lost in My Mind,” “Shake” and “Rhythm & Blues.”

Tickets go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Friday, March 29, at LiveNation.com.

Citi cardmembers can purchase presale tickets until 10 p.m. Thursday, March 28. For complete presale details, visit citiprivatepass.com.

A special fan presale will also be available until 10 p.m. Thursday, March 28.

7/27: Disrupt Festival

The Rockstar Energy Drink Disrupt Festival is launching this summer with a very heavy punk and metal lineup, promising “a brand new music experience” on two stages.

The touring festival will feature unique lineups in each city.

The Phoenix date is Saturday, July 27, and features the Used, Thrice, Circa Survive, Sum 41, Sleeping With Sirens, Memphis May Fire, Meg & Dia, Juliet Simms and Hyro The Hero.

Other dates on the tour include appearances by the Story So Far, Atreyu, Andy Black, Four Year Strong and Trophy Eyes.

Fans who bring an empty 16-ounce can of Rockstar Energy Drink to recycle at the main gate will have the opportunity to skip the line and be entered to win a signed festival guitar and exclusive meet & greet with festival headliners.

Tickets for Disrupt in Phoenix go on sale noon Friday, March 29, at rockstardisrupt.com.

Citi is the official presale credit card for the tour, allowing Citi cardmembers to purchase presale tickets from noon on Tuesday, March 26, through 10 p.m.Thursday, March 28, through Citi’s Private Pass program. For complete presale details, visit www.citiprivatepass.com.

8/30: Papa Roach

Alternative-rock sensations Papa Roach will bring the Who Do You Trust? Tour to Comerica Theatre on Friday, Aug. 30, with Asking Alexandria and Bad Wolves.

Tickets go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Friday, March 29, at LiveNation.com.

Citi is the official presale credit card for the tour, allowing Citi cardmembers to purchase presale tickets from 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 27, through 10 p.m. Thursday, March 28, through Citi’s Private Pass program. For details, visit www.citiprivatepass.com.

VIP packages and artist presales will be available from 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 26, through 10 p.m. Thursday, March 28.

12/13: Nick Offerman

Award-winning actor, writer, woodworker and comedian Nick Offerman brings All Rise, his first tour since 2017, to the Celebrity Theatre on Friday, Dec. 13. 

Offerman’s most loyal fans can get tickets before the general public using password ALLRISE. Tickets go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Friday, March 22, at OffermanWoodshop.com.

“My aim in this undertaking is to encourage my fellow Homo sapiens to aim higher in life than the channels of consumerism would have us imagine,” Offerman said in a press release.

“It’s a proper revival suggesting the existence of a higher power in the land than commerce, one that will cause you to pop, lock and rejoice! Come on down and hear the good news that will make you go jingle-jangle in your juice box.”

Offerman is best known for his work in “Parks and Recreation,” “The Founder” and “Fargo.”

As a writer, he’s published four books, all New York Times Bestsellers: “The Greatest Love Story Ever Told” (with Megan Mullally), “Paddle Your Own Canoe: One Man’s Fundamentals for Delicious Living,” “Gumption: Relighting the Torch of Freedom with America’s Gutsiest Troublemakers” and “Good Clean Fun: Misadventures in Sawdust at Offerman Woodshop.”

Reserved tickets are $49.50 and $69.50. 

7/19: Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats

Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats are playing Comerica Theatre July 19 with Lucius, who team up for the songs “Coolin’ Out ” and “Babe I Know.” 

Their latest album, “Tearing at the Seams,” was released last year on Stax Records to widespread acclaim. “You Worry Me” was the most played song of 2018 at Triple A radio, while “A Little Honey” was No. 8. They were the only artist with two singles in the Top 10 on the year-end list.

More recently, “Hey Mama” became their third chart-topping single on that format.

“Tearing at the Seams” was the most played album of the year at Americana radio, spending 20 weeks at No. 1. 

In reviewing the album, Mojo raved, “The Night Sweats’ woozy, loose grooves are hypnotising and are perfect accompaniment to Rateliff’s gravel-worn rasp.”

Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, March 22, at ticketmaster.com.

5/9: Prince tribute

Live Nation Urban and TCG Entertainment will bring 4U: The Music of Prince with Symphony to Mesa Arts Center on Thursday, May 9. 

Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, March 22 at mesaartscenter.com.

This is the first and only official estate-approved symphonic celebration of the legend’s work, a full symphony orchestra joined by a live band and vocalists in a show that features many of his hits and some lesser-known treasures.

Questlove of the Roots, an avid Prince fan, has helped curate the music and orchestral arrangements that will be played by the symphony.

7/28: Ted Nugent

Ted Nugent returns to the Celebrity Theatre as part of his The Music Made Me Do It Again Tour on Sunday, July 28.

In an interview last yaer with azcentral.com, Nugent said, “The energy level is at an all-time high” thanks to a combination of a tight band raised on rock-and-roll, a crazy fan base and “self-evident truth politics,” as he describes it.

“When you get that package in this day and age of political correctness and the scourge of fake news and the divisiveness that is self-inflicted out there, the free-for-all … of the spirit of the night,” he said, “it’s all-consuming.”

Tickets ($45, $60 and $75) go on sale at 10 a.m. this Friday, March 22, at Celebrity Theatre, 440 N. 32nd St., Phoenix, celebritytheatre.com or 602-267-1600 ext. 1.

11/16: The Black Keys

The Black Keys are bringing their tour with Modest Mouse to Talking Stick Resort Arena on Saturday, Nov. 16.

The Let It Rock Tour will also feature an opening set by Shannon & The Clams.

Tickets go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Friday, March 22.

To ensure that tickets get into the hands of fans and not scalpers or bots, the tour has partnered with Ticketmaster’s Verified Fan platform. Fans can register now through 10 p.m. Sunday, March 17 at verifiedfan.ticketmaster.com.

Registered fans who receive a code will have access to purchase tickets before the general public on from 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 19, to 10 p.m. Thursday, March 21.

Citi card members can purchase presale tickets from 11 a.m. Tuesday,?March?19, to 10 p.m. Thursday,?March?21. 

6/28: Brit Floyd

Billed as “the World’s Greatest Pink Floyd Show,” Brit Floyd will bring a brand new tribute show, 40 Years of The Wall, to Comerica Theatre, on Friday, June 28, performing music from “The Wall,” “The Dark Side of the Moon,” “Wish You Were Here,” “Animals” and more.

They’re promising their most ambitious and biggest production yet, recreating the staging of the final 1994 Division Bell tour, complete with a multi-million dollar light show, a large circular screen and arch plus projection, lasers, inflatables and theatrics

The tour is named in honor of 40th anniversary of “The Wall,” a semi-autobiographical concept album from the mind of  founding member Roger Waters that remains one of the biggest-selling albums of all time.

Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, March 16, at ticketmaster.com.

5/25: B2K

R&B sensations B2K (Omarion, Boog, Fizz and Raz-B) will bring the Millennium Tour to Gila River Arena on May 25 with special guests Mario, Pretty Ricky, Lloyd, Ying Yang Twins, Chingy and Bobby V.

Tickets go on sale to the public at 10 a.m. Friday, March 15, at gilariverarena.com.

In their original run, from 1998-2004, they had a string of hit singles, including the chart-topping “Bump, Bump, Bump” as well as “Girlfriend,” “Gots ta Be” and “Uh Huh.”

At the height of their fame, they won back-to-back BET Viewer’s Choice Awards, for “Uh Huh” and “Bump, Bump, Bump.” They also won Soul Train Awards in two consecutive years for Best R&B/Soul Album, a feat that’s even more impressive given that they only made two albums.

8/10: 311

311 will play Ak-Chin Pavilion on Saturday, Aug. 10, with the Interrupters, Dreamers and Bikini Trill.

The presale starts at 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 19, at livenation.com.

It was 1996 when 311 topped the Modern Rock charts with “Down.” And the hits kept coming with “All Mixed Up,” “Come Original,” “You Wouldn’t Believe,” “Creatures (For a While),” “Love Song,” “Don’t Tread on Me,” “Hey You,” “Sunset in July” and more.

8/1: Beast Coast

Beast Coast, a hip-hop collective composed of Flatbush Zombies, Pro Era (Joey Bada$$, Kirk Knight, Nyck Caution, CJ Fly and Powers Pleasant) and the Underachievers, will bring their Escape From New York Tour to Comerica Theatre on Thursday, Aug. 1. 

Tickets go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Friday, March 15, at LiveNation.com.

Citi is the official presale credit card for the tour, allowing Citi card members to purchase presale tickets now through Citi’s Private Pass program. For details, visit citiprivatepass.com.

An artist presale starts at 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 13, with password LEFTHAND. More information at joeybadass.com and thegloriousdead.com.

6/1: Luis Miguel

Mexican singer Luis Miguel will launch his U.S. tour at Talking Stick Resort Arena on Saturday, June 1. 

Among the most successful acts in Latin-music history, Luis Miguel recently picked up his sixth Latin Grammy and the Latin American Music Award for Best Tour of 2018.

Tickets go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Friday, March 15, at LiveNation.com.

Citi card members can purchase presale tickets from 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 12, to 10 p.m. Thursday, March 14, through Citi’s Private Pass program. For complete presale details, visit citiprivatepass.com.

10/29: Hozier

Multi-Platinum singer-songwriter Hozier is bringing his tour to Comerica Theatre Oct. 29, with Freya Ridings.

The singer recently released his sophomore album “Wasteland, Baby!,” which debuted at No. 1 on Billboard‘s album chart and features current singles “Movement” and “Almost (Sweet Music).” as well as “Dinner & Diatribes.”

Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, March 15, at Livenation.com.  

Each ticket purchased will include a CD copy of “Wasteland, Baby!” Fans will also have the option to upgrade their CD to a standard LP copy of the album for an additional charge. Visit hozier.com/ for tickets and more information.

8/23: Keith Sweat reschedules

Due to a scheduling conflict, R&B singer Keith Sweat has pushed his Celebrity Theatre concert back from Saturday, March 16, to Friday, Aug. 23.

Tickets will be honored for the new date or refunds can be obtained at point of purchase.

Celebrity Theatre and UrbanAZ apologize for the change in schedule and hope to see everyone at the new date.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets ($30-$60) are still available at Celebrity Theatre, 440 N. 32nd St., Phoenix or www.celebritytheatre.com. To charge by phone, call 602-267-1600 ext. 1. All tickets are subject sales tax, facility and service fees. All ages welcome.

9/21: Maluma

Latin music superstar Maluma brings his Maluma 11:11 World Tour to Talking Stick Resort Arena Saturday, Sept. 21.

In a press release, the singer said, “I couldn’t be more excited to announce my return to the United States and Puerto Rico as well as my first concert in Canada.  This will be my third North American tour and I come with a brand new show full of surprises for my fans and new music off my upcoming album “11:11,” which is due out later this year.”

Now 25, Maluma sold more concert tickets than any other Latin artist in 2017, filling venues through Latin America, Europe, the US and Brazil. He also had a extremely successful U.S. tour in 2018, which included 22 sold-out shows and 200,000 tickets sold. 

Tickets go on sale via www.ticketmaster.com with an exclusive pre-sale through Spotify on March 13 (code will be made available to Spotify members).

The fan pre-sale starts at 10 a.m. March 14 (using the code: CMNFAN) and the general ticket sale starts at 10 a.m. March 15.

9/3: The National

The National bring their tour in support of the just-announced “I Am Easy to Find” to Comerica Theatre on Sept. 3 with Alvvays.

Their previous album, “Sleep Well Beast,” won a Grammy for Best Alternative Music Album and became their highest-charting album yet.

Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, March 8. For tickets and more information, visit www.americanmary.com.

5/17: Hollywood Vampires

The Hollywood Vampires — Alice Cooper, Aerosmith’s Joe Perry and Johnny Depp — will play the Pool at Talking Stick Resort on Friday, May 17. 

VIP packages, which may include a meet & greet, photo with the band, a premium seat, and exclusive merchandise, are on sale now at hollywoodvampires.com.

Regular tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, March 8, at ticketmaster.com.

Completing the Hollywood Vampires live lineup will be guitarist Tommy Henriksen and drummer Glen Sobel, both of Cooper’s touring band, bassist Chris Wyse of the Cult, and Buck Johnson of Aerosmith on keyboard and vocals.

The Vampires last played the Valley in December at Cooper’s annual Christmas Pudding concert. 

New music from Hollywood Vampires is expected this summer.

8/4: Slipknot

Slipknot have announced their live return, unveiling details of their massive Knotfest Roadshow, which brings Volbeat, Gojira, and Behemoth to Ak-Chin Pavilion on Sunday, Aug. 4.

The Phoenix date is followed five days later by the long-awaited release of Slipknot’s new studio album. 

Each pair of tickets purchased online for the tour comes with a digital copy of the album. Further instructions will be available upon purchase with additional album details to be revealed in the coming weeks. For more information visit slipknot1.com. 

Tickets go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Friday, March 8,  at LiveNation.com.

A limited number of VIP tickets will also be available. 

Premium members of the Slipknot fan club Outside the 9 will get first access to pre-sale tickets, available now at outsidethe9.com.

Citi cardmembers can purchase presale tickets through 10 p.m. Thursday, March 7.  

9/13: Mana

Tickets went on sale last Friday for Maná at Talking Stick Resort Arena on Friday, Sept. 13. And after posting their best U.S. onsale figures yet, they’ve added seven dates to their Rayano el Sol Tour, including a return to Talking Stick Resort Arena on Sunday, Nov. 17.

It’s been three years since the multi-platinum, Grammy-winning rockers, hailed in Billboard as “the most widely sold and heard Latin band in the world,” toured.  Their previous Latino Power Tour sold out venues across the U.S. with a message of unity and empowerment.

Tickets to the new date go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Friday, March 8, at LiveNation.com.

Maná will also offer VIP packages for each show with options that include premium seating, an invitation to Maná’s VIP pre-show lounge, the opportunity to sit at Alex Gonzalez’ drum kit for a photo and more. Fans can visit www.VIPNation.com for more information.

4/27: Wet Electric

Activated Events and Relentless Beats are bringing Wet Electric back to Big Surf Waterpark in Tempe on Saturday, April 27.

This is the 10th anniversary of the country’s largest waterpark music festival, and judging from the first full round of artists they’ve announced, it should live up to every expectation they managed to raise in the course of those other nine years.

So far we’ve got Benny Benassi, RL Grime, What So Not, Bonnie x Clyde, Bruno Furlan, Sonny Fodera,Taiki Nulight, Tails, VNSSA and Will Clarke, with more artists to come. 

Past installments of Wet Electric have featured Tiesto, Diplo, Dillon Francis, Dada Life, Eric Prydz, Adventure Club, Borgore, Destructo, Justin Jay and Dash Berlin, to name a few.

Big Surf Waterpark features a 2.5 million-gallon wave pool, the largest in the country. Wet Electric will be fans’ first chance to experience Big Surf for the season, which officially begins May 6. 

The event features world-renowned EDM artists and DJs, the largest wavepool in the country, waterslides, luxury cabanas, bars and more. 

General-admission tickets are on sale now for $49 plus fees. VIP passes, as well as daybed and cabana packages, are available starting at $99 plus fees. Lockers are available for rental at $14 plus fees.

For full details and to purchase tickets, visit www.wet-electric.com. Wet Electric is an 18 and over event.

9/26: Peter Frampton farewell tour

Peter Frampton Finale – The Farewell Tour will play Comerica Theatre on Sept. 26, with an opening set by Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening,

Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, March 1, at LiveNation.com. VIP packages will also be available at www.frampton.com.

Citi is the official credit card for the tour, giving cardmembers access to purchase pre-sale tickets through 10 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 28, through Citi’s Private Pass program. For complete presale details, visit www.citiprivatepass.com.

The guitarist’s breakthrough album, “Frampton Comes Alive!,” remains one of the top-selling live records of all time, with worldwide sales of more than 17 million copies. It also spent 10 weeks at No. 1 on Billboard’s album chart and sent three classic singles to the upper reaches of the Hot 100 — “Show Me the Way,” “Baby, I Love Your Way” and “Do You Feel Like We Do?

5/22: Little Feat

Little Feat bring their 50th Anniversary Tour to the Van Buren on May 22.

Reserved seat tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Monday, March 4, at www.thevanburenphx.com.

Among their many claims to fame, Led Zeppelin’s Jimmy Page told Rolling Stone they were his favorite American band in a 1975 interview. By that point, as Rolling Stone says, they’d been embraced by fans as “one of the finest purveyors of the era’s popular Southern-fried boogie.”

8/31: Korn and Alice in Chains

Hard rock legends Korn and Alice in Chains will bring their co-headlining tour to Ak-Chin Pavilion on Saturday, Aug. 31.

Tickets go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Friday, March 1, at LiveNation.com.

Citi is the official presale credit card for the tour, allowing cardmembers to purchase presale tickets from 10 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 26, through 10 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 28, through Citi’s Private Pass program. For complete presale details, visit www.citiprivatepass.com.

Korn are currently in the studio finishing work on their widely anticipated follow-up to 2016’s “The Serenity of Suffering,” which added three more songs — “Rotting in Vain,”  “Take Me” and “Black is the Soul” – to their list of Top 10 entries on the modern-rock charts.

Alice in Chains are touring in support of “Rainier Fog,” which topped the rock, alternative and hard rock charts in Billboard. 

5/7: Violent Femmes

Folk-punk standard-bearers Violent Femmes will bring their co-headlining tour with X, the pride of old-school L.A. punk, to Phoenix on May 7 for a show at the Van Buren. 

Femmes took college radio by storm with 1983’s career-defining self-titled debut, which featured any number of their most neurotic calling cards, from “Blister in the Sun” to”Kiss Off”, “Add It Up” and “Gone Daddy Gone.”

Rolling Stone praised the trio for having taken punk’s revenge-of-the-nerds aspect to heart in Gordon Gano’s gleeful tales of sexual frustration and impending psychosis.

Meanwhile, California punk never got any better than X, whose first album, “Los Angeles,” found them making good on lead guitarist Billy Zoom’s conviction that this thing called punk was really just a hopped-up version of his favorite rockabilly records. And it helped that his theory was put to the test with bassist John Doe and Exene Cervenka bleeding passion all over the grooves (after meeting in poetry class).

Tickets are $46 in advance, going on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 22, at ticketweb.com.

6/23: Rob Thomas

Rob Thomas will play Comerica Theatre on Sunday, June 23, with Abby Anderson in support of a just-announced fourth solo album, “Chip Tooth Smile” (arriving April 26).

The Matchbox Twenty singer released a single from the album, “One Less Day (Dying Young),” today to go with the announcement.

Penned by Thomas and produced by Butch Walker (Panic! At The Disco, P!nk), “One Less Day (Dying Young)” is accompanied by a video directed by Andy Morahan (George Michael, Elton John, Aerosmith, Guns N’ Roses).

In a press release, Thomas said, “This is an anthem about life and living. Living one more day is a privilege not afforded to everyone, so do all you can with the ones you get.”

Fans pre-ordering the album here will receive exclusive first access to tickets beginning 10 a.m. Monday, Feb. 25. Fan club presale access will also begin at this time, with tickets going on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Friday, March 1. For further details, visit robthomasmusic.com.

9/15: Breaking Benjamin

Breaking Benjamin will play Ak-Chin Pavilion on Sunday, Sept. 15, with Chevelle, Three Days Grace, Dorothy and Diamante.

The show is presented by 98KUPD.

Tickets go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 22, at LiveNation.com.

Citi card members can purchase pre-sale tickets from noon Wednesday, Feb. 20, through 10 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 21, through Citi’s Private Pass program. For complete presale details, visit citiprivatepass.com.

Fans can also get early access to tickets beginning Wednesday, Feb. 20 by joining the newly launched Breaking Benjamin fan club, The First Order. Fans can sign up at firstorder.breakingbenjamin.com to receive a special code. 

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