click to enlarge Richie With AT (left) and Parker Corey (right) from Injury Reserve. Here’s a recap of the latest midweek music news from the Phoenix Metro scene, including details on the local hip-hop band Injury Reserve returning to town in December, details on the celebrations for the 10th their 8123 festival in January. Injury Reserve Announces Homecoming Show for December Local Injury Reserve fans get a treat for the holidays as the local hip-hop act returns to the Valley in late December. The Tempe-born duo of rapper Ritchie With a T and producer Parker Corey announced dates for their fall tour, which will include a show at Van Buren on Wednesday December 29th. Tickets cost $ 22-25. Fittingly, the tour and local gig will support their new album, By the Time I Get to Phoenix, out next week. It is the first music Injury Reserve has released since founding member Stepa J. Groggs passed away in June 2020. The album was reportedly recorded before the rapper’s death and will include his contributions. Tempe EDM Boutique The Flow Shop becomes Rave Circus EDM-friendly Tempe Boutique The Flow Shop has a new name: Rave Circus. The store, located in the Mill Avenue Shops near Fourth and Mill Avenues, recently announced the news on its Facebook page, saying they wanted a “brand that better represents our customers.” As any Kandi kid in its fan base will tell you, the place sells a variety of rave accessories like hula hoops, juggling props, glowing toys, and lined up poi. click to enlarge Crescent Ballroom has a big 10th birthday planned. Crescent Ballroom Announces 10th Anniversary Plans The Crescent Ballroom in Downtown Phoenix turns 10 next month and its owners are planning a three-day celebration with DJs, bands and musicians to mark the occasion. Parties begin on Friday October 1st with a locally hosted show featuring the Phoenix Afrobeat Orchestra, Black Carl, The Stakes, and Djentrification. Indie bands Shannon and the Clams, Wavves and Strange Lot will perform the following night on Saturday October 2nd with DJ sets from Jazzmaster Jax and Nitro. Soul singer Lee Fields and his band The Expressions will wrap things up on Sunday October 3rd. Samara Cyn, Tucsons Orkestra Mendoza and DJ Johnny D split the bill. Ticket prices vary for each show. More information can be found here. Related Stories I Support Local Community Journalism Support the independent voice of Phoenix and help keep the future of the New Times clear. The Maine Reveals Lineup for 8123 Fest Speaking of big anniversaries and local bands who made it big, pop rock act The Maine have announced who else will be performing at their 8123 Fest in January. The multi-day event, which celebrates the band’s 15th anniversary, consists of several concerts taking place at various venues in downtown Phoenix from January 21 to 24. Artists and acts The Summer Set, 3OH! 3, Tessa Violet, Derek Sanders from Mayday Parade, Beach Weather and John the Ghost are all scheduled for the event. It is the first time since 2019 that the festival has taken place. Tickets are available now on the 8123 Fest website. Click to enlarge Costumed participants of Talking Sticks Wicked Ball in 2019. Benjamin Leatherman Talking Stick Resort Announces Wicked Halloween Ball As all candy, decorations and costumes available at the nearest drugstore suggest, All Hallows Eve is around the corner . As a result, local venues and promoters have started unveiling plans for their Halloween parties. This includes the Talking Stick Resort in Scottsdale, which announced the return of its annual Wicked Ball. This year’s edition of the popular costume party takes place on Saturday October 30th in the resort’s Salt River Ballroom and features performances by electronic dance music DJs / producers Hook N Sling, Gattuso and Matoma. General admission is $ 50 and VIP tickets are $ 90.
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