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Concert Review and Photos By Ken Servais It was the beginning of "Rocktober" and the night had finally arrived for a lineup of outstanding artists to take the stage and deliver an evening of hard-hitting rock, cinematic soundscapes, and electrifying performances. Kami Kehoe Sets the Tone: Kicking off the evening was Kami Kehoe, a talented and powerful frontwoman who seamlessly blends alternative rock, pop, and R&B into an engaging performance. From the moment she took the sta

Concert Review By Roc Boyum and Allie Jorgensen Photos By Roc Boyum Killer Queen: A Tribute to Queen delivered a mesmerizing performance to the packed audience at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, leaving an unforgettable impression. Killer Queen - A Tribute to Queen Killer Queen - A Tribute to Queen offered this capacity crowd at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts an immersive experience that celebrates the music and legacy of Queen, one of rock mus

Concert Review and Photos by Ken Servais Celebrating two decades of electrifying music, Five Finger Death Punch set the stage ablaze as they hit the road in July and are rocking audiences across the country until the end of October! Ivan Moody - Five Finger Death Punch Their tour electrified Phoenix as part of the exhilarating “20th Anniversary World Tour.” In a thrilling twist of fate, this date coincided with the second day of autumn, “When The Seasons Change,” gifting us w

Concert Review and Photos by Roc Boyum GODSMACK Concert Review Talking Stick Resort Amphitheater Phoenix, AZ_09-12-26 SULLY ERNA - GODSMACK Godsmack’s “The Rise of Rock” World Tour 2026 On Saturday, September 12, Godsmack’s “The Rise of Rock” World Tour 2026 took over the Talking Stick Resort Amphitheater in Phoenix, AZ, attracting a near-capacity crowd. The event featured special guests Stone Temple Pilots and Dorothy. Opening Acts Dorothy The show kicked off with the heavy

Press Release By Doug Deutsch Reposted By Allie Jorgensen (Scottsdale AZ) - Killer Queen, award-winning UK-based Queen Tribute featuring the incredible Patrick Myers as Freddie Mercury, continue their year-long 2026 US Tour, performing locally at Scottsdale Center For The Performing Arts, 7380 E. 2nd St., Wednesday, October 14. Show: 7:30pm. Tickets start at $42. Info: (480) 499-8587 or visit scottsdalearts.org/whats-on/events/killer-queen-a-tribute-to-queen-ft-patrick-myers

Concert Review and Photos By Ken Servais This concert was nothing short of spectacular—brilliant lights, stunning pyrotechnics, mesmerizing dancers, and an energy that kept the audience moving from the very first note to the last encore. On this sweltering, humid July night in the Arizona desert, the relentless heat outside mirrored the electrifying atmosphere within the venue. In fact, it felt like the temperature soared with every band that took the stage. Chris Motionless

CD Review By Alie Jorgensen Some live albums capture a performance. Others capture a moment in history. Teskey's Live at The Rhythm Room accomplishes both. Recorded on December 3, 2025, this electrifying performance finds the Phoenix blues-rock trio firing on all cylinders inside one of America's most revered blues clubs. With the recent announcement that The Rhythm Room will permanently close on May 30, 2027, this recording has taken on even greater significance. It now serv

Concert Review and Photos By Roc Boyum Evanescence electrified Phoenix, AZ, on July 15, 2026, as a thrilling highlight for these fans of their Evanescence World Tour 2026. This unforgettable night also featured performances by special guests Spiritbox and Nova Twins—the show went on ignoring the threat of rain, defying the elements and captivating the crowd! Outdoor concerts in Phoenix during July are usually a reliable choice, despite the heat and dryness. However, this July

Concert Review and Photos by Ken Servais Little King, the vibrant progressive rock trio originally from El Paso, TX, and now residing in Tucson, delivered a mesmerizing and unforgettable performance at the Yucca Tap Room in beautiful Tempe, AZ, on July 14, 2026. L-R: Ryan Rosoff - Daved Hamilton Little King: A Musical Journey Currently on tour through July to promote their extensive collection of eight albums, they also showcased their latest single, “Opus Perficit,” which wa

Concert Review and Photos By Ken Servais Corrosion of Conformity arrived in Arizona, bringing their signature North Carolina energy to a packed Nile Theater on a sweltering Friday night. A Memorable Night of Rock 'n' Roll The crowd was a vibrant blend of fans spanning multiple generations—dedicated supporters who have been with the band since its inception, those who joined the journey at various points, and a handful of newcomers excited to witness this genuine rock 'n' ro

Review By Ken Servais and Roc Boyum Photos By Ken Servais A Night of Rock 'n' Roll to Celebrate America's 250th Birthday With L. A. Guns L.A. Guns are currently blazing through their 2026 world tour, promoting their explosive new album, Leopard Skin. The U.S. leg of the tour features adrenaline-pumping co-headlining performances with Tom Keifer, along with a few select headline shows. On June 30, the band unleashed a high-octane headline performance at The Showroom At Talkin

Review and Photos by Ken Servais It was a Wednesday night, and the "Cheeky Freaky" Tour rolled into town. I was anticipating a high-energy show, and what I got was exactly that—a high-energy night from start to finish. All five bands—Mz Neon, Tony & The Kiki, Princess Superstar, Dead on a Sunday, and, of course, the one and only Lords of Acid—delivered dynamic performances for the midweek crowd. The atmosphere felt like a rave, a goth-industrial club, and a rock concert all r

By Ken Servais and Allie Jorgensen Photos By Ken Servais Johan Hegg On Wednesday, April 15, 2026, the atmosphere inside the Arizona Financial Theatre in Phoenix, AZ was transformed into a world of fantasy, chaos, and cinematic metal spectacle. From dark theatrical storytelling to apocalyptic multimedia destruction and Viking warfare, each band built upon the energy of the last, creating one of the most immersive metal tours to hit Phoenix this year. Castle Rat Opening the ev

Written by Ken Servais and Roc Boyum Photos by Ken Servais The Thrash of the Titans 2026 North American Tour promised to be a night of sonic aggression featuring thrash metal masters, Testament with support from fellow Thrash Metal heavy weights, Overkill and Destruction and there was no doubt that this would be the heaviest thrash metal tour of 2026. The tour rolled into Phoenix, AZ on April 08, with Testament bringing a shredding mix of material from their vast catalogue. F

Review and Photos By Maxwell Williamson Phoenix was treated to more than just a concert Tuesday night at Arizona Financial Theatre — it was a full-scale celebration of legacy, loyalty, and heavy metal history. Black Label Society’s March 10th performance felt less like a traditional tour stop and more like a family gathering built around thunderous riffs, shared musicianship, and heartfelt tributes to the legends who helped shape the genre. What made the evening especially un

Concert Review and Photos By Ken Servais Praise The Beast North American Tour , featuring Narcotic Wasteland , Incarnation, Hate and Headliner Belphegor took over the Rosetta Room in Mesa, AZ delivering a blistering night of “Extreme Metal.” On this night, Narcotic Wasteland gave the Mesa audience their unique take on crushing “Extreme Metal,” ensuring a night that will be remembered by everyone in attendance. A Night to Remember in Mesa, AZ As the sun dipped below the ho

Melodic Metal Masters Magnum Axxe Headline The Evening Written by Allie Jorgensen and Photos by John Roland Magnum Axxe At The Blooze, Phoenix, AZ The evening commenced as the three-piece metal band Hanged took the stage for their debut live performance, quickly establishing themselves as a powerful new force in the metal scene. The night reached its climax with Inherent Doom , who unleashed their distinctive brand of crushing Doom Metal, delivering a powerful finale that ce

Concert Review and Photo Gallery By Roc Boyum Perennial Rock Legends STYX Illuminate the Celebrity Theatre in Phoenix, AZ with Back-to-Back Sold-Out Shows on January 9 and 10, 2026. Saturday, January 10, 2026 was the second night of a sold-out show for Music Legends Styx . On the second night of their Phoenix engagement, their opening act Max Gomez ( from New Mexico) captivated the audience with an uplifting acoustic performance. His set showcased tracks from his latest albu

Show Review by Allie Jorgensen and Photos by Maxwell Williamson The third annual Rock Out to Bike Week competition took place once again at Harley Davidson in Scottsdale, AZ. This exciting contest features ten bands chosen from over 100 entries, all vying for a chance to be one of the four bands selected to perform at AZ Bike Week the following year – in this instance, 2026. Both AZ Bike Week and Harley Davidson of Scottsdale provide all necessary sound equipment, sound