Where: Del E. Webb Center of the Performing Arts
Date: 2007-11-30 19:30:00
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David Benoit: A Charlie Brown Christmas Friday, November 30 7:30pm adults $40 / students $5 Join jazz pianist David Benoit and his band as they bring life to Vince Guaraldi’s magical music from the Peanuts Christmas Specials. “Christmastime Is Here,” “Linus & Lucy’s Theme,” and other favorites sparkle under David’s masterful touch. An accomplished musician, David Benoit’s career successfully spans both jazz and classical worlds. His latest album Full Circle showcases his personal style of contemporary jazz with hits such as “Beat Street” and “Café Rio”, and has received resounding acclaim from critics and fans worldwide. Relive the joy of youth with your favorite Peanuts songs by David Benoit this Christmas. www.benoit.com
Where: Del E. Webb Center of the Performing Arts
Date: 2008-01-19 19:30:00
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Cypress String Quartet: Inspired by America Saturday, January 19 7:30pm adults $32 / students $5 What does it mean to be an American? Technology and tradition fuse together to create a glowing tribute to America’s rich culture. The Cypress String Quartet performs the breath-taking live score as an original multimedia film is projected on stage. The author-narrated film is based on Dr. Jacob Needleman’s best-selling book An American Soul, and is directed by Emmy Award winning Michael Schwartz. The film features beautifully restored newsreels, photographs and historical profiles that guide the audience through questions and feelings that could not be more relevant than today. Musical selections include Ives, Dvorak, Barber and a little-known piece written by Benjamin Franklin. Presented with support from WESTAF www.cypressquartet.com
Where: Del E. Webb Center of the Performing Arts
Date: 2008-02-08 19:30:00
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Asleep at the Wheel Thursday, February 7 7:30pm Friday, February 8 7:30pm Saturday, February 9 7:30pm adults $40 / students $5 Western swing ain’t dead…it’s Asleep at the Wheel! With 9 Grammy Awards and 30 some-aught years of hard-fought Texas-swinging fun, it comes as no surprise that the Wheel is one of the West’s most successful musical acts. The seven-member band under founder Ray Benson brings their infectious energy to great hits such as “Choo Choo ChBoogie,” “Hot Rod Lincoln” and fan-favorite “Get Your Kicks on Route 66.” These fast-fingered dynamos have shared stages with some of the world's greatest stars, including Dwight Yoakum, Bob Dylan, the Dixie Chicks, Emmylou Harris and more. Just recently, the Wheel completed a nationwide tour backing legends Willie Nelson, Ray Price and Merle Haggard. Asleep at the Wheel’s performances at the Webb Center are a part of Wickenburg’s 60th annual Gold Rush Days festival. Presented with support from the DeVore Foundation www.asleepatthewheel.com
Where: Del E. Webb Center of the Performing Arts
Date: 2008-02-09 19:30:00
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Asleep at the Wheel Thursday, February 7 7:30pm Friday, February 8 7:30pm Saturday, February 9 7:30pm adults $40 / students $5 Western swing ain’t dead…it’s Asleep at the Wheel! With 9 Grammy Awards and 30 some-aught years of hard-fought Texas-swinging fun, it comes as no surprise that the Wheel is one of the West’s most successful musical acts. The seven-member band under founder Ray Benson brings their infectious energy to great hits such as “Choo Choo ChBoogie,” “Hot Rod Lincoln” and fan-favorite “Get Your Kicks on Route 66.” These fast-fingered dynamos have shared stages with some of the world's greatest stars, including Dwight Yoakum, Bob Dylan, the Dixie Chicks, Emmylou Harris and more. Just recently, the Wheel completed a nationwide tour backing legends Willie Nelson, Ray Price and Merle Haggard. Asleep at the Wheel’s performances at the Webb Center are a part of Wickenburg’s 60th annual Gold Rush Days festival. Presented with support from the DeVore Foundation www.asleepatthewheel.com
Where: Modified
Date: 2007-11-13 19:30:00
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The Octopus Project is an American indietronica band based in Austin, Texas. Its unique sound, blending pop and experimental elements, is a combination of digital and electronic sounds and noises.
Where: Stardust Dance Studio
Date: 2007-11-13 16:30:00
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Zumba - Latin Cardio Workout class. Zumba combines high energy and music with Latin dance moves that allow the participants to dance away calories. Zumba utilizes the principles of fitness interval training and resistance training to maximize caloric output, fat burning and total body toning. It is a mixture of body sculpting moves with dance steps. Zumba is based on the principle that a workout should be fun! Participants are more likely to stick to the Zumba fitness program to achieve long-term health benefits. $10.00 per class Mention you saw this on Yahoo and get 1/2 off your first class.
Where: The Rhythm Room Phoenix
Date: 2007-11-29 00:00:00
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This one-man band uses several robots that play musical instruments.
Where: US Airways Center (Formerly America West Arena)
Date: 2007-12-16 00:00:00
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Where: US Airways Center (Formerly America West Arena)
Date: 2007-11-15 20:30:00
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The Phoenix Suns host the Chicago Bulls in this inter-conference matchup.
Where: Modified
Date: 2007-11-18 00:00:00
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Circle Takes the Square is an experimental hardcore band from Savannah, Georgia, USA.
Where: The Clubhouse
Date: 2007-11-20 18:00:00
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Deeply rooted in death metal with firm beliefs in Viking mythology, Amon Amarth formed in 1992 in Tumba, Sweden, a southern suburb of Stockholm.
Where: The Clubhouse
Date: 2008-01-09 19:00:00
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The Circle Jerks were one of the biggest names in '80's hardcore punk. They'll take you back to the days of mohawks and the pogo as they hit the road for a summer tour.
Where: The Rhythm Room Phoenix
Date: 2007-12-20 00:00:00
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Big Pete Pearson is one of Arizona's most popular blues musicians, playing clubs throughout Phoenix and surrounding vicinities.
Where: Celebrity Theater
Date: 2007-12-31 21:00:00
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With five chart-topping albums and 15 top ten singles, Keith Sweat has proven his worth as a contemporary R&B singer.
Where: The Rhythm Room Phoenix
Date: 2008-01-17 00:00:00
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One of Canada's most engaging performers, singer/songwriter Jann Arden hit paydirt in the US with the 1995 single 'Insensitive'' from her album 'Living Under June.' The seven-time Juno Award winner's latest release is 'Love is the Only Soldier.'
Where: Orpheum Theater Phoenix
Date: 2008-03-01 20:00:00
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Altan is renowned for its dynamic fiddling, explosive jigs and reels and haunting renditions of old Gaelic songs, performed by singer Mairead Ni Mhaonaigh.
Where: Celebrity Theater
Date: 2008-01-18 20:00:00
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Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood, stars of the Emmy nominated 'Whose Line Is It Anyway?' have teamed up to present an evening of extraordinary improvisational comedy. Using their quick wit, Colin & Brad take contributions from the audience to create hilarious and original scenes. Throughout the evening, the show becomes truly interactive as audience members are called to the stage to participate in the fun.
Where: The Rhythm Room Phoenix
Date: 2008-01-25 00:00:00
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Barrelhouse Chuck tickles the ivories with lively blues sounds.
Where: The Clubhouse
Date: 2008-02-02 00:00:00
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With his signature vocal style, Eek-A-Mouse is recognized as one of reggae's most dynamic performers.
Where: Del E. Webb Center of the Performing Arts
Date: 2008-02-08 19:30:00
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Asleep at the Wheel Thursday, February 7 7:30pm Friday, February 8 7:30pm Saturday, February 9 7:30pm adults $40 / students $5 Western swing ain’t dead…it’s Asleep at the Wheel! With 9 Grammy Awards and 30 some-aught years of hard-fought Texas-swinging fun, it comes as no surprise that the Wheel is one of the West’s most successful musical acts. The seven-member band under founder Ray Benson brings their infectious energy to great hits such as “Choo Choo ChBoogie,” “Hot Rod Lincoln” and fan-favorite “Get Your Kicks on Route 66.” These fast-fingered dynamos have shared stages with some of the world's greatest stars, including Dwight Yoakum, Bob Dylan, the Dixie Chicks, Emmylou Harris and more. Just recently, the Wheel completed a nationwide tour backing legends Willie Nelson, Ray Price and Merle Haggard. Asleep at the Wheel’s performances at the Webb Center are a part of Wickenburg’s 60th annual Gold Rush Days festival. Presented with support from the DeVore Foundation www.asleepatthewheel.com
Where: The Rhythm Room Phoenix
Date: 2008-04-08 20:00:00
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This San Jose experimental/post-punk quartet creates passionate music from a variety of inspirations.
Where: The Brickhouse Theater
Date: 2008-03-10 20:00:00
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Evan Dando and the Lemonheads return, with a tour behind their new self-titled album, the band's eighth.
Where: The Clubhouse
Date: 2008-03-26 19:00:00
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Saul Williams is a poet, performance artist, writer and actor who has been described as the Hip/Hop generation's Khalil Gibran. His poetry has been featured in The New York Times, Bomb Magazine, Red Clay Magazine and African Voices.
Where: Celebrity Theater
Date: 2008-03-27 20:00:00
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Angie Stone sings solid R&B and is considered by many to be one of the best singer-songwriters in the genre today. Lalah Hathaway is the daughter of Donny Hathaway.
Where: Modified
Date: 2008-03-25 19:00:00
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The Valley Arena's latest effort is titled "Take Comfort in Strangers."
Where: Marquee Theater
Date: 2008-04-06 18:30:00
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Combining countless influences, but focusing on ska, punk and reggae, the Streetlight boys command a sound all their own. What happens when groove-laden reggae and frenetic rock meet a violin sonata at a house party? The answer is ZOX, an emerging foursome from Providence, RI, whose unique blend of rock, reggae, punk and classical has begun to shake up clubs and colleges across New England. Dan Potthast is the frontman for ska band MU330.
Where: The Rhythm Room Phoenix
Date: 2008-05-19 20:00:00
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The Dirtbombs will blow you away.
Where: Del E. Webb Center of the Performing Arts
Date: 2008-03-26 19:00:00
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Irving Berlin’s I Love a Piano Wednesday, March 26 7:00pm Thursday, March 27 7:00pm adults $40 / students $5 I Love a Piano is the brand-new musical journey spanning seven decades of American history as seen through the eyes of Irving Berlin. The show follows the life of a piano - with one sour key - through four generations of singers and dancers who have performed with and around it. With 6 actors and over 60 of Berlin’s enduring and popular favorites, this spectacular show captures the spirit of America from the Ragtime rhythms of the early 20th century through the swinging sophistication of the 1920’s, 30’s and beyond. Timeless classics, such as “White Christmas,” “God Bless America,” “Puttin’ on the Ritz,” and “There’s No Business Like Show Business,” do more than define the music of a generation, they define the music of our country. www.iloveapianothemusical.com
Where: Marquee Theater
Date: 2008-04-07 17:00:00
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This Las Vegas quintet plays rock, punk, hardcore and emo. With humble beginnings in Baltimore and then solidifying their lineup in Raleigh, North Carolina, this genre-blending quintet performs everything from post-hardcore, hardcore and punk to emo, heavy metal and pop. The Chariot is a Christian Metalcore band started in 2003 by the ex-vocalist of Norma Jean, Josh Scogin.
Where: Modified
Date: 2008-05-13 19:00:00
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The Whigs infuse sounds of alt country, and indie pop charm into their brand of wide open, catchy rock. What Made Milwaukee Famous is an indie-pop rock band based in Austin, TX.
Where: Orpheum Theater Phoenix
Date: 2008-04-26 19:00:00
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The long-reigning diva of Bollywood film music, Asha Bhosle is said to be the most recorded voice in history, yet it is on stage that her powerful voice and captivating personality really shine. She is at home singing in many world music genres, including club dance, sad songs, bhajan, ghazal, pop and more.
Where: Modified
Date: 2008-06-10 20:00:00
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This Chicago band started off as a popular area group called Cap'n Jazz. Eventually, they reworked their sound and were reborn as Joan of Arc. The years have wrought many changes in the band's sound and lineup, including a brief break up in 2001. Now signed to Polyvinyl Records, their album 'Joan of Arc, Dick Cheney, Mark Twain...' was released in August, 2004.
Where: The Brickhouse Theater
Date: 2008-04-27 08:30:00
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Man Man (formerly Magic Blood) fasten together influences as diverse as Etta James, Screamin' Jay Hawkins and '80's pop to create a fresh yet familiar rock sound.
Where: Marquee Theater
Date: 2008-05-15 06:30:00
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Since 1996 and the release of their debut album 'Apocalyptica Plays Metallica By Four Cellos', Apocalyptica - graduates of the prestigious Sibelius Academy in Finland - have been developing a style that is tough to put a name to... 'Heavy Cello Mayhem'? 'Rock'n' Resin'?!... The possibilities are vast, but whatever the latest tag, the fact remains that never before had a group of classically-trained cellists, metal fans to a man, attempted to fuse together the seemingly disparate worlds of classical music & hard rock...of Prokofiev & Pantera... Shostakovich & Slayer... to seek out the middle ground between the mosh pit & the orchestra pit, the dinner jacket & the denim jacket, whilst being 100 per cent respectful to both camps.
Where: The Rhythm Room Phoenix
Date: 2008-05-26 19:00:00
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Rocket 88 is a rock/acoustic/country quintet from Oxford, Mississippi featuring vocalist/guitarist Jamie Posey, vocalist/guitarist/violinist Rosamond Posey, keyboard player/organist Robert Chaffe, drummer/percussionist Ryan Rogers and bassist Nathan Robbins.