Editors Note: We’ve made some changes to the ‘Best Things’ list by removing the ‘Event’s and ‘Concerts’ list. We moved both of the pages to new locations and the links to both of these pages can be found at the top of every page. Here’s the links to…
We are going to continue to list the concerts and events for the coming week here (as you will note at the bottom of the page). However, all concerts and events that are off on the horizon will be posted on the pages above.
Busy week this week highlighted by all the Halloween Festivities going on (see #2). However, this Friday marks the end of Sol martineze’s Residence at FUSE Friday’s at Bar Smith. As one of the co-founders of FUSE he helped build it into the premiere Friday destination in Downtown Phoenix. Sol will be taking his bag of DJ tricks to Miami which is the mecca of House music.s
1) Fuse Fridays — Bar Smith — Downtown Phoenix — Fun starts at 9:00 PM — Check out one of the best reasons to head to Downtown Phoenix on a Friday Night. Fuse Fridays is a great night of beats and is also a great place to see and be seen!
This week features:
Sol Martinez Phoenix to Miami Farewell, FUSE 2 year Anniv & Costume Bash
Friday October 29th marks various special occasions! Join us at Bar Smith as we bid bon voyage to FUSE Resident & co-founder Sol Martinez, celebrate the FUSE 2 year anniversary, + the dress for the 3rd annual FUSE Halloween Costume Bash.
12 Years ago this month Sol Martinez picked up his first set of Technics 1200′s, and has since that day been using them to push the sound and feeling of House music through his unique blend of st…yles.
2 Years ago this Halloween weekend, Sol and DJ Mara created a party that would be known as FUSE, which has since changed the face of the electronic dance music scene in Arizona!
Join us Friday October 29th for Sol’s last set at FUSE as an Arizona resident before leaving to Miami for the next step in his career.
Come in your scariest or sexiest Halloween Costume, and for those that feel theirs is top notch, enter to win FUSE’s Freakiest Costume Contest!
Plus as a sign of appreciation to our loyal fans for the past 2 years there will be NO COVER all night long!!!
Sol Martinez Bio:
Arizona Native Sol Martinez has been an integral part of the surging Phoenix dance music scene for over a decade. From the very beginning this DJ has been on a mission to make people dance through the vibe of house music, in all its forms.
Sol’s DJ resume includes a wide variety clubs, festivals, and radio shows… he has also spun at nearly every reputable venue in Arizona, as well events in California and Miami including the Ultra Music Festival. His work has earned him awards such as AZ’s House DJ of the Year & New Times’ DJ Spinoff winner. Most recently Sol has taken much pride in co-creating and running one of the Valley’s most successful weeklies: “FUSE Fridays”. “FUSE” (created and run by Sol & partner DJ Mara) is known for bringing in some of the best underground talent from around the country and globe such as Congorock, Tittsworth, Drop the Lime, Harvard Bass, L-Vis 1990, Nadastrom, DJ DLG, & many more…He’s also been specifically requested to open for dj’s such as Laidback Luke, Benny Benassi, DJ Craze, & Bart B More to name a few.
To see Sol behind the tables is to see someone who is truly passionate about his craft. He is always on top of the most cutting edge sounds from around the world, has the ability to build a story through his sets spanning a widespread knowledge of house music, knows just the right time to bring in a classic beat or vocal, and displays his strong technical abilities mixing at times on 3-4 decks, all while feeding off the energy of the crowd and exhibiting a vibrant stage presence.
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2) Halloween 2010 – Various times and locations – Check out our full listing of the things to do Halloween Weekend!
3) Snoop Dogg – Arizona State Fair – October 29th – Free with admission to the fair
4) Godsmack with Five Finger Death Punch – Arizona State Fair – October 30th – Free with admission to the fair
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Arizona Derby Dames – Arizona State Fair – October 31st – Free with admission to the fair
6) Montgomery Gentry – Arizona State Fair – November 3rd – Free with admission to the fair
7) Nickelback – October 29th – Cricket Wireless Pavilion – See Link for full details and to purchase tickets
8) Kenny Loggins – November 3rd – Celebrity Theater
9) Gov’t Mule – November 3rd – Marquee Theater
10) A Perfect Circle – Three Nights in Tempe – November 4th, 5th, and 6th – Marquee Theater
Night 1 – November 4th – A Perfect Circle perfoms their album "Mer De Noms" in its entirety – General Admission Tickets are SOLD OUT
Wine Tasting Tickets | Meet & Greet Tickets
11) ASU Homecoming – Including –
ASU Homecoming Parade – October 31st – 10 AM
12) Alpin Hong - October 29th – Chandler Center for the Arts – According to the Chandler Center for the Arts website: "Pianist Alpin Hong has the reputation as a modern day Pied Piper and a mentor for the iPod generation. Whatever your notions are about classical music, push them aside right now! Opening the ears, eyes and imagination with his combination of stunning technique, emotional range and humor continues to bring audiences young and old to their feet. Rooted in extensive classical training and a love of skateboarding, snowboarding, martial arts, and videogames, Alpin is a creative force unmatched in its youthful vivacity and boundless energy. Alpin connects with people of all ages, experiences, and backgrounds with his uniquely humorous and visionary approach to arts education."
13) Phoenix Coyotes Hockey – Follow along this season as your Phoenix Coyotes take on the NHL’s best on our dedicated Phoenix Coyotes website (click the link). The new look Coyotes will take on some amazing talent this season as they look to improve on their successes from last season.
14) Arizona Wine Week 2010 – October 30th through November 6th – Various locations around the state – Among the festivities…. The opportunity to taste wines from more than 20 Arizona wineries. A picnic lunch from Santa Barbara Catering, included in the ticket price. There also will be delectable bites from several local businesses. A high-energy live auction for packages that include access to top Arizona chefs and winemakers. Live music, and Seminars with limited attendance that will offer a chance for wine lovers to be the judge and pick their favorite local wine, and take a closer look back at the "Judgment of Arizona Wines" event where Arizona wines beat notable competition from around the world.
15) Autumn Celebration/Arizona Irish Festival – October 30th – Irish Cultural Center
16) Arizona State Fair - October 15th through November 7th (Closed Mondays)
17)
Zowie Bowie – Prime Bar – October 31 – Scottsdale
18) Hot Fudge Sundaez – October 31 – Bar Smith – Downtown Phoenix
19) Zombie Walk – October 30th – Heritage Square
20) Shooter Jennings – November 4 – Rhythm Room
21) Arizona State University Football – The Arizona State Sun Devils – Homecoming – Washington State – ’nuff said .
Local Farmer’s Markets to check out!
Don’t forget the Downtown Phoenix Public Market – Weekly on Wednesdays from 4 to 8 PM and Saturday from 8 AM to Noon.
Ahwatukee Farmers Market – 8 AM to Noon – 4700 East Warner Road, Phoenix, Az 85044
Scottsdale Old Town Farmer’s Market – Every Saturday from 8:00 AM to 12 PM – Under the shade at Scottsdale Stadium Enter Through Gate
North Scottsdale Farmers Market – Every Saturday from 7 AM to 11 AM – Located at 94th Street and Shea Boulevard
Chandler Farmer’s Market is every Thursday from 3 to 7 p.m. at Dr. A. J. Chandler Park (downtown Chandler) – Live music on the second Thursday of every month.
Weekly Art Walks
Scottsdale Art Walk – Every Thursday evening from 7 to 9 PM – FREE – Dubbed ‘America’s Original Art Walk’ art fans get the opportunity to browse through all the local art galleries.
The Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art has free admission every Thursday
Downtown Chandler Art Walk – Every third Friday of the month – on Boston and Marcos Streets
NU – Native + You – Heard Museum – Third Friday of every month
21.5)New to the Concert/Event Calendar this week:
Tickets on sale now
Phoenix Symphony 2010-2011 Season – Various locations
Southwest Shakespeare Company’s 2010-2011 Season – Sept 9th – April 30th – Mesa Arts Center
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