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Supporting Tucson’s Live Music Scene Since 2000
Created and managed by local fans & musicians to support the music Tucson loves.
Our mission is simple: grow the scene, support the bands, and keep Tucson’s tip jars overflowing — at no cost to the artists.
Teddy! And friends at The Hut Tucson
You just have to love this town 🌵❤️🎵
Here’s to the start of another wonderful weekend in Tucson! Paul Opocensky Project kicking things off at Corbett brewery with an original Summertime.
You can catch him tomorrow at Sawmill Run too!
06/12/2026
🎭 Venue Spotlight: Green Valley Recreation – West Center Auditorium
Looking for live music south of Tucson? The Green Valley Recreation West Center Auditorium hosts a packed calendar of concerts, tribute shows, comedy, dances, movies, and community events in a comfortable theater setting designed for live entertainment. The venue is one of Green Valley's premier performance spaces and regularly brings nationally touring tribute acts and special events to Southern Arizona.
Check out the venue listing at: https://f.mtr.cool/mzmuovdqhm
Green Valley Recreation - West Center Auditorium - Tucson Local Bands The GVR West Center Auditorium is Green Valley’s premier entertainment venue, welcoming audiences for live concerts, comedy shows, dances, movies, lectures,
06/12/2026
🎤 Band Spotlight: PretendAZ
Love the Pretenders? PretendAZ brings the music The Pretenders to life with a high-energy live show packed with hits, crowd favorites, and plenty of dance-worthy '80s vibes.
From Brass in Pocket to Back on the Chain Gang, this Tucson-area tribute band delivers a full concert experience celebrating one of rock's most distinctive sounds.
Whether you're a lifelong Pretenders fan or just looking for a fun night out, PretendAZ keeps the dance floor moving.
🎸 Check out the band profile:
https://f.mtr.cool/xunzrzgkxo
06/11/2026
From The Beatle Brothers at Roadies and Dusty City Blues Band at Monterey Court on Friday to The AmoSphere, The Coolers, and Revival Collective on Saturday, there's no shortage of great live music happening around town this week.
Whether you're looking for blues, rock, funk, soul, country, brunch music, or a late-night dance floor, you'll find plenty of opportunities to get out, support local musicians, and help fill a few tip jars along the way.
📅 Weekly Roundup:
https://f.mtr.cool/sxnjwxdqwa
There are dozens of shows happening across Tucson this week. Check out the full roundup for highlights, then browse the calendar to find even more live music near you.
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06/09/2026
🎶 Featured Tucson Band: Bear Down Bear
With Bear Down Bear, Jeff and Jessey Eagan double down on nostalgia rock with a strong sense of humor. They combine simple melodies with tight vocal harmonies to craft songs that evoke fond, awkward memories of simpler times when grades and friends were of utmost concern.
👉 Band profile: https://f.mtr.cool/hoaduixbca
Got an upcoming gig for them? Drop the details in the comments so we can help spread the word! 🎤
🎸 CONFESSION TIME. Derek Salois says Bryan Dean is the only local musician he's ever tried to steal a riff from.
And yes, he admits it on camera.
Catch this moment and the full conversation in Desert Sound Check Episode 3, now live!
https://f.mtr.cool/gyovcsncbl
06/07/2026
🎙️ Desert Sound Check Episode 3 is now live!
In this episode, Derek Salois and Bryan Dean explore songwriting, creativity, Tucson music history, and the experiences that shape a lifetime of making music.
It's a conversation filled with laughter, reflection, great stories, and honest discussion about why artists create and share their work.
Watch the full episode here:
https://f.mtr.cool/yjturfsydr
Then drop a comment and let us know what part of the conversation resonated with you.
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