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Tucson Premium Outlets and Southern Arts & Cultural Alliance continue their creative collaboration that brings free, weekly music to Tucson. Don't miss some of Southern Arizona's finest local musicians at Tucson Premium Outlets this Spring. A creative collaboration between Tucson Premium Outlets and the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance, the family-friendly concerts bring opportunities for local musicians to showcase their talents to the community.
The popular free concert series, held every Saturday evening, will feature a variety of weekly performances from local musicians and bands. The concerts will be held each Saturday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Mountain Court at Tucson Premium Outlets. Coupled with delicious food from Market Hall and over 70 stores offering extraordinary savings, the evenings provide the perfect outing for the whole family. "Community is a cornerstone of our philosophy at Tucson Premium Outlets," said Elyse Munger, Director of Marketing and Business Development. "The concert series is a weekly event the whole family can enjoy, and we are proud to provide this regular opportunity to support local talent." Performance Lineup: January 6 Heart & Soul Pop / Soul Heart & Soul performs music that feels good, grooves hard, and keeps audiences dancing and singing. Their music ranges from current Top 40 songs to funky, soulful renditions of contemporary blues, rock, and pop material. Fronted by Gary Roberts and EJ Loveres, Heart and Soul features vocals that are sweet, expressive and soulful, often drawing comparisons to Bruno Mars and Michael Jackson. January 13 Jim Howell Band Americana / Country Fronted by a versatile, multi-instrumentalist performer and singer-songwriter, the Jim Howell Band performs a captivating blend of Arizona and Texas flavored country mixed with the powerful zest of rock and soul. The band’s sonic road-trips carry audiences from the deserts of their native Tucson to the pulsing beats of Memphis, Motown, Nashville, Bakersfield, New Orleans, and Austin.Jim Howell ably drives the band on guitar, harmonica and lead vocals. Throughout his career, Jim has supported many award-winning acts as a multi-instrumentalist sideman, including such regional, national and international touring acts as REY, The Mission Creeps, The Wyatts, Rich Hopkins & Luminarios, and Truck. January 20 What's the Big Idea Progressive Jazz What's The Big Idea is Phoenix's funkiest jazz trio featuring David Drew (drums), Josh Kneisel (bass), and Michael Kleinschmidt (piano). With a new album "Margin + Growth" released in 2017, this innovative trio performs a traditional jazz repertoire while also bringing modern music from the likes of Radiohead & Pink Floyd into the jazz format. January 27 People Who Could Fly Indie Pop / Rock People Who Could Fly is an indie pop band formed in 2013 and based in Phoenix, AZ. The group’s style draws influence from acts such as Walk the Moon, the 1975, Cage the Elephant and Two Door Cinema Club. People Who Could Fly has performed with national acts including Rick Springfield, Howard Jones, Roger Clyne, and Reel Big Fish and also provided entertainment for the Arizona Cardinals (NFL) in 2016. Their album “Neon Electric” was produced by Grammy-winner Robb Vallier (Gin Blossoms, Foo Fighters, Miranda Lambert). February 3 Heart & Soul Pop / Soul Heart & Soul performs music that feels good, grooves hard, and keeps audiences dancing and singing. Their music ranges from current Top 40 songs to funky, soulful renditions of contemporary blues, rock, and pop material. Fronted by Gary Roberts and EJ Loveres, Heart and Soul features vocals that are sweet, expressive and soulful, often drawing comparisons to Bruno Mars and Michael Jackson. February 10 Sunday at Noon Rock Sunday at Noon is a raucous 4 piece rock band hailing from Phoenix, AZ led by Jack VanDerPol. With a charismatic stage presence reminiscent of the quintessential 1970s rock bands, Jack is backed by his brother Nate on drums, a phenom whose skills far exceed his young age; and guitarists Dylan Welker and Anthony Airdo. Sunday at Noon writes and performs high energy pure rock music with the goal of connecting with fans on a personal level and sharing their belief that there isn’t a situation in life that music can’t fix. They draw inspiration from Led Zeppelin, Foo Fighters, and Queens of the Stone Age. Their sound is a unique blend of youthful exuberance, impressive classic guitar riffs, and richly expressive vocals. February 17 Little House of Funk Funk, R&B and Blues Little House of Funk welcomes you to their open-door groove-house reverberating with Sonoran Soul and deep-fried blues. Fronted by charismatic singer Connie "Mama" Brannock, they play a high-spirited blend of funky, groove-oriented R&B, Jazz, and Soul. Their shows have been called “WD-40 for the hips” and they will keep the dance floor full and the audience smiling. February 24 The Dust Devils Kick up your boots with Tucson's rising bluegrass favorites, The Dust Devils. Featuring the rich tenor vocals of David VanGelder and three part harmony singing, The Dust Devils perform a mix of original music, driving bluegrass classics, and familiar songs from Merle Haggard, Billy Joe Shaver, and the Eagles. March 3 Heart & Soul Pop / Soul Heart & Soul performs music that feels good, grooves hard, and keeps audiences dancing and singing. Their music ranges from current Top 40 songs to funky, soulful renditions of contemporary blues, rock, and pop material. Fronted by Gary Roberts and EJ Loveres, Heart and Soul features vocals that are sweet, expressive and soulful, often drawing comparisons to Bruno Mars and Michael Jackson. March 10 Good Question Rock & Country Good Question is a classic rock, rhythm & blues, and country music cover band showcasing four-part male harmony singing and a solid drive. With songs ranging from George Strait, the Rascals, and Jimmy Buffet to the Allman Brothers, Tom Petty, and the Rolling Stones, Good Question's live show is sure to delight fans with their versatility and variety of beloved songs. Winner of the 2011 Harley Davidson Battle of the Bands, Good Question is one of the most in-demand live bands in Tucson. March 17 Peter Dalton Ronstadt y Los Tucsonenses Folk/Roots/Americana Peter Dalton Ronstadt Y Los Tucsonenses, led by multi-instrumentalist Peter Dalton Ronstadt, perform innovative original material combined with a fresh take on traditional Southwestern and Mexican folk songs to audiences young and seasoned discovering the treasure of roots music. This musical journey will take you from the past to the present steeped in the deep Americana vein, carrying forward a sound rooted in the Ronstadt legacy of Peter’s aunt, Linda, his father, Michael, and great grandfather Federico Jose Maria Ronstadt. Featuring a talented cadre of performers on guitars, saxophone, banjo, and accordion, Peter Dalton Ronstadt fronts this dynamic group as a writer, interpreter of song, and post-modern American songster proudly from the Southwest. March 24 Split Decision Classic Rock Split Decision is a four-piece classic rock band. Featuring three-part harmony and the classic rock lineup of two guitars, bass, and drums, Split Decision plays all your favorites from Jim Morrison to Bob Marley, to Jimi Hendrix and the Rolling Stones. March 31 County Line Country Rock / Southern Rock County Line is a five-piece country rock band that plays all your favorite Top 40 country hits and more. With a new album set for release in 2018, they will be a featured performer at the 2018 Tucson Country Fest during Rodeo weekend following up on their popular performances at the Fox Theater, Pima County Fair, and Sahuarita Lake Concert Series. County Line will keep the dance floor full and party rocking as they share their love of music and good times with fans. April 7 Heart & Soul Pop / Soul Heart & Soul performs music that feels good, grooves hard, and keeps audiences dancing and singing. Their music ranges from current Top 40 songs to funky, soulful renditions of contemporary blues, rock, and pop material. Fronted by Gary Roberts and EJ Loveres, Heart and Soul features vocals that are sweet, expressive and soulful, often drawing comparisons to Bruno Mars and Michael Jackson. April 14 Vinyl Tap Classic Rock Vinyl Tap is a six-piece Classic Rock band featuring groovy renditions of timeless radio hits and masterful five-part harmony singing. Recreating the golden years of the vinyl record – the 1960's, '70s and '80s - Tucson's own Vinyl Tap plays all the favorites from bands like Steppenwolf, Eric Clapton, ZZ Top, Van Morrison Bad Company and more. Vinyl Tap will certainly have you singing and dancing along to all your favorite hits! April 21 What's the Big Idea Progressive Jazz What's The Big Idea is Phoenix's funkiest jazz trio featuring David Drew (drums), Josh Kneisel (bass), and Michael Kleinschmidt (piano). With a new album "Margin + Growth" released in 2017, this innovative trio performs a traditional jazz repertoire while also bringing modern music from the likes of Radiohead & Pink Floyd into the jazz format. April 28 Sunday at Noon Rock Sunday at Noon is a raucous 4-piece rock band hailing from Phoenix, AZ led by Jack VanDerPol. With a charismatic stage presence reminiscent of the quintessential 1970s rock bands, Jack is backed by his brother Nate on drums, a phenom whose skills far exceed his young age; and guitarists Dylan Welker and Anthony Airdo. Sunday at Noon writes and performs high energy pure rock music with the goal of connecting with fans on a personal level and sharing their belief that there isn’t a situation in life that music can’t fix. They draw inspiration from Led Zeppelin, Foo Fighters, and Queens of the Stone Age. Their sound is a unique blend of youthful exuberance, impressive classic guitar riffs, and richly expressive vocals. May 5 Heart & Soul Pop / Soul Heart & Soul performs music that feels good, grooves hard, and keeps audiences dancing and singing. Their music ranges from current Top 40 songs to funky, soulful renditions of contemporary blues, rock, and pop material. Fronted by Gary Roberts and EJ Loveres, Heart and Soul features vocals that are sweet, expressive and soulful, often drawing comparisons to Bruno Mars and Michael Jackson. May 12 People Who Could Fly Indie Pop / Rock People Who Could Fly is an indie pop band formed in 2013 and based in Phoenix, AZ. The group’s style draws influence from acts such as Walk the Moon, the 1975, Cage the Elephant and Two Door Cinema Club. People Who Could Fly has performed with national acts including Rick Springfield, Howard Jones, Roger Clyne, and Reel Big Fish and also provided entertainment for the Arizona Cardinals (NFL) in 2016. Their album “Neon Electric” was produced by Grammy-winner Robb Vallier (Gin Blossoms, Foo Fighters, Miranda Lambert). May 19 Mason Blues Rock Mason is a Tucson-based blues rock group with a newly released album, 'Midnight Road'. Featuring the soulful vocals of Jacob Acosta, the modern retro style they've sculpted is reminiscent of rock music of the 60's, with Hendrix-like vocals, bracing guitar solos, Zeppelin-esque drums, and overdriven bass much like Muse or Royal Blood. The 10 original tracks on Midnight Road are all stripped down, short blasts of blue-collar blues, heavy on the rock with some contemporary flash. Vents magazine called their music a "superb reinvention of the genre's power and musicality”. May 26 Little House of Funk Funk, R&B and Blues Little House of Funk welcomes you to their open-door groove-house reverberating with Sonoran Soul and deep-fried blues. Fronted by charismatic singer Connie "Mama" Brannock, they play a high-spirited blend of funky, groove-oriented R&B, Jazz, and Soul. Their shows have been called “WD-40 for the hips” and they will keep the dance floor full and the audience smiling. Concert schedule is subject to change. Please visit www.saaca.org for updates. Tucson Premium Outlets Concert Series When: Weekly, Saturday Evenings 5 p.m. to 8p.m. Where: Tucson Premium Outlets, 6401 Marana Center Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85742 Cost: Free Online: www.saaca.org Phone: (520) 797-3959 NOTE TO MEDIA: Photos available About Tucson Premium Outlets Offering designer and name brands at savings of 25 to 65 percent, Tucson Premium Outlets is Tucson's premiere outlet shopping destination. The outdoor center is located at the intersection of I-10 and Twin Peaks Road and features a diverse mix of more than 60 retailers, including Banana Republic Factory Story, Coach, Gap Factory Store, J. Crew, Michael Kors, NIKE Factory Outlet, U.S. Polo Assn., Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5th and many more. About Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance The Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance (SAACA) is a not-for-profit organization that exists to ensure that, through engagement in arts and culture, our communities produce strong, inspired citizens. SAACA enlists artists, businesses, governments, and individuals to expand artistic and cultural opportunities in their respective communities. To enhance access to the arts and to promote cultural awareness in the communities it serves, SAACA presents large-scale festivals, events and other programs. The Alliance also promotes educational opportunities in the arts and culture for all ages. For more information about programs and events produced by the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance please visit www.saaca.org. Listen to your Holiday Favorites and Support Local Music While Shopping for Great Gifts at the Phoenix Premium Outlets Celebrate the holidays in style at Phoenix Premium Outlets as they host local bands performing holiday classics. Every Saturday night in December, you can enjoy free music as part of the fall concert series. Immediately following each show, the bands will pose for photos at the photo booth!
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance, the free weekly performances will take place Saturdays from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Arroyo Court at Phoenix Premium Outlets. Coupled with delicious food from Market Hall and over 70 stores offering extraordinary savings, the evenings provide the perfect outing for the whole family. The concerts are a creative collaboration between Phoenix Premium Outlets and the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance, bringing opportunities for local musicians to showcase their talents to the community, and new arts and business partnerships in new and innovative ways. Phoenix Premium Outlets Concert Series Lineup – December 2017: December 2 - April Anne is originally from Boston, MA but has called Arizona home since 1990. April has been writing music and poetry since she could put a pen to paper. April released her first full length studio album in February 2017. She will be performing a mix of pop, country covers and folksy holiday classics. December 9 –Sunday at Noon is a raucous four piece rock band hailing from Phoenix, AZ led by Jack VanDerPol, who has a charismatic stage presence that is reminiscent of the quintessential front men of 1970s rock bands. Formed in 2015, Sunday at Noon instantly became a local fan favorite and distinguished itself as a noteworthy member of the vibrant Phoenix music community. They are excited to perform some rockin’ holiday songs on December 9th! December 16 –Chicago-based singer-songwriter Laura Joy has been known to quell dark, angry bars full of ornery old Irishmen. ‘Tis the Season, she’ll work in a smattering of Holiday Cheer into her performance to get you in the spirit! December 23 –Greg Spivey has been entertaining Southern Arizonans for years. His current four-piece ensemble, Greg Spivey Band, is one of the most sought after groups in Tucson, AZ and surrounding areas. With a mix of current, and older Country, some classic Rock & Roll thrown in and twangy Christmas tunes, you are guaranteed to have a great time! December 30 – Come Back Buddy is 3-piece rock-n-roll band inspired by the legendary "Buddy Holly and the Crickets." The trio's repertoire includes the music of many artists from the 50's era including Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, Ricky Nelson, and of course, Buddy Holly. Visit saaca.org for more information about the bands. Phoenix Premium Outlets Concert Series When: Weekly, Saturday Evenings 5 p.m. to 8p.m. Where: Phoenix Premium Outlets, 4976 Premium Outlets Way, Chandler, AZ 85226 Cost: Free Online: www.saaca.org Phone: (520) 797-3959 NOTE TO MEDIA: Photos available About Simon Premium Outlets The global Simon Premium Outlets portfolio offers exceptional brands at extraordinary savings through a diverse mix of luxury, designer and popular retailers representing the best in fashion, family and home. The 86 Simon Premium Outlets in the United States, Puerto Rico, Canada, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico and South Korea are some of the most iconic and productive shopping destinations for residents and travelers including Woodbury Common (New York City), Orlando, Desert Hills (Palm Springs), Las Vegas and Wrentham Village Premium Outlets (Boston). For more information visit premiumoutlets.com or follow Premium Outlets on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest. Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance The Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance (SAACA) is a not-for-profit organization that exists to ensure that, through engagement in arts and culture, our communities produce strong, inspired citizens. SAACA enlists artists, businesses, governments, and individuals to expand artistic and cultural opportunities in their respective communities. To enhance access to the arts and to promote cultural awareness in the communities it serves, SAACA presents large-scale festivals, events and other programs. The Alliance also promotes educational opportunities in the arts and culture for all ages. For more information about programs and events produced by the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance please visit www.saaca.org. Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance and Tucson Premium Outlets collaboration brings free weekly, family-friendly to Tucson Don't miss some of Southern Arizona's finest local musicians at Tucson Premium Outlets this Fall. The popular free concert series, held every Saturday evening, will feature a variety of weekly performances from local musicians and bands.
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance, the free weekly performances will take place Saturdays from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Mountain Court at Tucson Premium Outlets. Coupled with delicious food from Market Hall and over 70 stores offering extraordinary savings, the evenings provide the perfect outing for the whole family. "Events like these are exactly what Mountain Court was designed for, and we are thrilled to welcome families out to gather and enjoy the space as it gets cooler out." said Elyse Munger, Director of Marketing and Business Development. "We have an excellent lineup of performers that we can't wait for our shoppers to enjoy." The concerts are a creative collaboration between Tucson Premium Outlets and the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance, bringing opportunities for local musicians to showcase their talents to the community, and new arts and business partnerships in new and innovative ways. Performance Lineup: September 16 Sunday at Noon, Rock September 23 Greg Spivey Band, Country September 30 What's The Big Idea, Jazz October 7 Heart & Soul, Pop/Classic Rock October 14 Giant Blue, Blues October 21 Greg Spivey Band, Classic Country October 28 RailBirdz, Blues, R&B, Funk November 4 Heart & Soul, Classic Rock/Pop November 11 East2West, Blues & Rock November 18 Good Question, Rock & Country November 25 Come Back Buddy, 50's Covers December 2 Heart & Soul, Classic Rock/Pop December 9 People Who Could Fly, Pop December 16 Desert Melodies, Vocals December 23 Santa Pachita, Latin December 30 Mama Sings Jazz, Jazz The series continues through May 2018, and the remaining lineup will be announced in January 2018. Concert schedule is subject to change. Please visit www.saaca.org for updates. Tucson Premium Outlets Concert Series When: Weekly, Saturday Evenings 5 p.m. to 8p.m. Where: Tucson Premium Outlets, 6401 Marana Center Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85742 Cost: Free Online: www.saaca.org Phone: (520) 797-3959 NOTE TO MEDIA: Photos available About Tucson Premium Outlets Offering designer and name brands at savings of 25 to 65 percent, Tucson Premium Outlets is Tucson's premiere outlet shopping destination. Recently opened in October 2015, the outdoor center is located at the intersection of I-10 and Twin Peaks Road and features a diverse mix of more than 60 retailers, including Banana Republic Factory Story, Coach, Gap Factory Store, J. Crew, Michael Kors, NIKE Factory Outlet, U.S. Polo Assn., Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5th and many more. About Simon Premium Outlets The global Simon Premium Outlets portfolio offers exceptional brands at extraordinary savings through a diverse mix of luxury, designer and popular retailers representing the best in fashion, family and home. The 86 Simon Premium Outlets in the United States, Puerto Rico, Canada, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico and South Korea are some of the most iconic and productive shopping destinations for residents and travelers including Woodbury Common (New York City), Orlando, Desert Hills (Palm Springs), Las Vegas and Wrentham Village Premium Outlets (Boston). For more information visit premiumoutlets.com or follow Premium Outlets on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest. About the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance The Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance (SAACA) is a not-for-profit organization that exists to ensure that, through engagement in arts and culture, our communities produce strong, inspired citizens. SAACA enlists artists, businesses, governments, and individuals to expand artistic and cultural opportunities in their respective communities. To enhance access to the arts and to promote cultural awareness in the communities it serves, SAACA presents large-scale festivals, events and other programs. The Alliance also promotes educational opportunities in the arts and culture for all ages. For more information about programs and events produced by the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance please visit www.saaca.org. |
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