Phoenix, AZ

Music connected to Phoenix

Sun-drenched and energetic, Phoenix is more than just a desert oasis – it's a musical crossroads. From Glen Campbell's iconic "By the Time I Get to Phoenix" to A$AP Rocky's modern take on the city, the Valley of the Sun has inspired artists across genres. Stevie Nicks, born right here in Phoenix, adds to the city's legendary status. Kings of Leon and Blink-182 have even dropped Phoenix GPS coordinates into their tracks.

But Phoenix is more than just a lyrical muse. Rising from ancient Hohokam ruins, this vital hub, fueled by agriculture and the Southern Pacific Railroad, boasts a unique landscape. Hike Camelback Mountain, keep an eye out for Gila monsters, and marvel at the saguaro cacti that define the Sonoran Desert. As you explore, remember the city's history, from the floods that shaped its infrastructure to the quirky Mystery Castle built with love. Phoenix, with its burgeoning arts and culinary scene, offers a vibrant backdrop to discover your next favorite song.

About Phoenix

• Stevie Nicks, iconic Fleetwood Mac singer, was born at Good Samaritan Hospital.
• Bashas' grocery store chain, a local favorite, began in 1932 in Phoenix.
• Agriculture and the Southern Pacific Railroad established Phoenix as a vital hub.
• Mystery Castle, a quirky homemade mansion, was built by Boyce Gully for his daughter.
• The Great Flood of 1891 devastated the area, prompting vital flood control measures.
• Named for rising from Hohokam ruins, Phoenix was officially incorporated in 1881.
• Over 1.6 million people live here, making it the fifth-most populous U.S. city.
• Sitting at 1,086 feet, the air is thinner than many coastal cities.
• Healthcare and technology are major employers in the Phoenix metropolitan area.
• A sun-drenched, energetic city with a burgeoning arts and culinary scene.
• The Phoenix area's bedrock includes Precambrian granite formed over 1.7 billion years ago.
• Camelback Mountain, known for its distinct double hump, is a popular hiking destination.
• The Salt River, though often dry, is a crucial water source for the Phoenix metropolitan area.
• Gila monsters, venomous lizards, are native to the Phoenix area's desert environment.
• Saguaro cacti, iconic symbols of the Sonoran Desert, thrive in and around Phoenix.
• The Hohokam people created an extensive canal system to irrigate crops in the Phoenix area.
• The Arizona State Capitol building was completed in 1901.
• Interstate 10, a major transcontinental highway, passes directly through Phoenix.
• The Phoenix area is characterized by alluvial deposits from the Pleistocene and Holocene epochs.
• Camelback Mountain, a prominent natural landmark, resembles a kneeling camel.
• The Salt River, a vital water source, flows through the Phoenix metropolitan area.
• Gila monsters, venomous lizards, are native to the Phoenix area.
• Saguaro cacti, iconic symbols of the Sonoran Desert, are abundant in the Phoenix area.
• The Hohokam civilization developed extensive irrigation canals in the Phoenix area centuries ago.
• In 1989, a haboob, or dust storm, caused a 20-car pileup on Interstate 10 near Phoenix.
• The Rosson House Museum, a preserved Victorian home, was built in 1895.
• The Durango Curve on I-17 was notorious for accidents due to its sharp turn.

Artists From Phoenix

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Great Black Swamp Greeley Estates Greg Proops Grey Daze Griffin Kolinski Grupo Laberinto Halford Halocene Harvest Gulgaltha Headspace. Heavy Sunrise Herb G. Hillbilly Devilspeak Howard Roberts Hubb Kapp and The Wheels Icon Igor Cavalera Jr. Incite Jared & the Mill Jeff Martinek Jenny Yates JFA Jim and The Tonic Band Jim Kaufman Jody Miller Joe Albanese Joey Sellers John Lang Johnny Cooper Jon Rauhouse Jonathan Rauch Jordin Sparks Josh Brizuela Josie Joy Oladokun Justin Salter Kacy Hill Kathy Wakefield Kelly David Smith Kenny Holland Kevin Burdick Kevin Hearne KFDDA Kiana Brown Kiana Ledé Kid Kryptic Kill the Lights! Killer Pussy Kimiko Glenn King Blizz Kitten Sparkles Knights of the Abyss Knowdaverbs LV Lady Evil Lago Lance Ong Landmine Marathon Last Friday's Fire Legend Letter 7 Lew Welch Lewis Nash Life Garden Lody Kong Lois Lonna Kelley Los Chukys Lucy Angel Lynda Carter Mali Music Mandy Jiroux Many Worlds Marcy Rosen Marizona Robbins Marty Mitchell Band Max Amini MC Magic Meat Puppets Melody Thornton Michael Abels Michael Bruce Michael J. Lloyd Michael Plaster Mija Mike McDonald Mike Zaher Miniature Tigers Moribund Dawn Mourning Ashes Mr. Mister Ms Krazie Nailbomb Namesake Nancy Farmer Nastyboy Klick NB Ridaz Necrambulant Necrosadist Nevergonnascore NIKA Nuclear Death Nuclear Remains Okilly Dokilly Opiate for the Masses Oscar Noriega Paris 1942 Patrick Bischoff-Brown Paula Matthusen Peachcake perkXsoundlabs Peter Kingsbery Phillip Rhodes Phoenix Bach Choir Phoenix Chorale Phortran Phunk Junkeez Psychic Pawn Pure Rampage Quetzal Guerrero Rachel Ramras Ray Herndon Reactor Redrumed ReEmerge Reubens Accomplice Rhythm Dragons Richard Lin Richie Cavalera Riot Earp Rixxo Xove RJP ROAR Robot (Re)Pair Ronan Thompson RPM Orchestra Run With the Hunted Runaway Diamonds Rusty Isabell Sacred Reich Sam Bruno Samuel L Cool J Sandy Ross Sanguine Imperator Savage Necromancy Save Our Ship Schoolboys Secrets of Lost Empires Serpent of Eve Servile Sect Sessanta Seven Storey Mountain Sher Khan sKitz Kraven Smokescreen Snake! Snake! Snakes! 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Richardson Jr. Whiskey and the Barrels White Noise William Joseph Windigo Wings of Light YB Young Sounds of Arizona Z-Trip Zac Greer Zack Simmons Zoetic Zola Jesus Zyon Cavalera Fairy Bones Wyves Fine China Hogjaw Banana Gun What Laura Says Holy Fawn Nanami Ozone Citrus Clouds Sydney Sprague Kolezanka Violet Choir MRCH Draa Yellow Minute Shining Soul The Feederz Mighty Sphincter Calabrese Playboy Manbaby Diva Bleach Sundressed North Side Kings Exterminators Victory Acres Groundwork Sea of Cortez Common Wounds Pelvic Meatloaf Woundvac N17 Surgical Steel Sorrower Treasure Mammal Dry River Yacht Club J.D. 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Great Black Swamp Greeley Estates Greg Proops Grey Daze Griffin Kolinski Groundwork Grupo Laberinto Halford Halocene Harvest Gulgaltha Headspace. Heavy Sunrise Herb G. Hi Casimir Hillbilly Devilspeak Hogjaw Holy Fawn Hope Morgan Howard Roberts Hubb Kapp and The Wheels Icon Igor Cavalera Jr. Incite Izzy Mahoubi J.D. Stooks JFA James Reams Jared & the Mill Jeff Hornacek and The Smiles Jeff Martinek Jenny Yates Jim Kaufman Jim and The Tonic Band Jody Miller Joe Albanese Joel Goldenthal Joey Sellers John Lang Johnny Cooper Jon Rauhouse Jonathan Rauch Jordin Sparks Josh Brizuela Josie Joy Oladokun Judge Da Boss Juheun Justin Salter KFDDA Kacy Hill Kathy Wakefield Kelly David Smith Kenny Holland Kevin Burdick Kevin Hearne Kiana Brown Kiana Ledé Kid Kryptic Kill Stacy Kill the Lights! Killer Pussy Kimiko Glenn King Blizz Kitten Sparkles Knights of the Abyss Knowdaverbs Kolezanka Krxsraps LV Lady Evil Lago Lance Ong Landmine Marathon Last Friday's Fire Legend Leon J Letter 7 Lew Welch Lewis Nash Life Garden Lody Kong Lois Lonna Kelley Los Chukys Loserfur Lucy Angel Luna Aura Lynda Carter MC Magic MRCH Mali Music Mandy Jiroux Many Worlds Marcy Rosen Margo Reed Mariachi Encanto Mariachi Pasion Mariachi Rodriguez Mariachi Rubor Marizona Robbins Marty Mitchell Band Max Amini Meat Puppets MedafORACLE Melody Thornton Michael Abels Michael Bruce Michael J. Lloyd Michael Plaster Michelle Sparks Mighty Sphincter Mija Mike McDonald Mike Zaher Miniature Tigers Moribund Dawn Mother Helper Mourning Ashes Mr. Mister Ms Krazie Murkemz N17 NB Ridaz NIKA Nailbomb Namesake Nanami Ozone Nancy Farmer Nastyboy Klick Necrambulant Necrosadist Nevergonnascore Noneofficialaz North Side Kings North of Lonesome Nuclear Death Nuclear Remains Okilly Dokilly Opiate for the Masses Oscar Noriega Paris 1942 Paris James Patrick Bischoff-Brown Paula Matthusen Peachcake Pelvic Meatloaf Peter Kingsbery Phillip Rhodes Phoenix Bach Choir Phoenix Chorale Phortran Phunk Junkeez Piyama Pajama Playboy Manbaby Psychic Pawn Pure Rampage Quetzal Guerrero RJP ROAR RPM Orchestra Rachel Ramras Ray Herndon ReEmerge Reactor Redrumed Reubens Accomplice Rhythm Dragons Richard Lin Richie Cavalera Riot Earp Rixxo Xove Robot (Re)Pair Ronan Thompson Royce Union Run With the Hunted Runaway Diamonds Rusty Isabell S.E. 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