The Used @ The Rialto Theatre


Utah rock band The Used rose to fame in 2002 after its self-titled debut album hit the airwaves. It was a rough start, as the band members lived in poverty and battled substance abuse after being formed in 2001. Their first self-titled album was certified gold and opened many doors for the four-man band. The Used played at Warped Tour, Ozzfest, and Projekt Revolution and later came out with a CD/DVD package that revealed member bios, never before heard tracks, and behind the scenes footage. A second album was released in 2005 and The Used hit the road on an international tour. They separated Reprise Records after ten years and founded their own record label in 2011 called “Anger Music Group.” The Used released their fifth studio album, “Vulnerable,” and hit the road on a North American headlining tour and performed on the main stage of Warped Tour in 2012. The Used founded a second record label, “Gas Union,” and recently released their latest album this year called “Imaginary Enemy.” Make sure you grab tickets to see The Used and hear their latest hits this Wednesday.

The Rialto Theatre in Tucson, 318 E. Congress St., Wednesday, Oct. 8, 7:30 p.m., $25, Buy tickets here

 

Lil Jon @ Maya Day and Nightclub

Jonathan Smith formed the group Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz and released multiple albums between 1997 and 2004. Lil Jon started his solo career with his first album, “Crunk Rock,” released in 2010 featuring collaborations with artists such as LMFAO, Soulja Boy, Ying Yang Twins, and many more. As a long-time producer, Lil Jon produced many hits like “Salt Shaker” by Ying Yang Twins, “Yeah!” by Usher, and “Freek-a-Leek” by Petey Pablo- just to name a few. Lil Jon finally hit the Billboard Hot 100 with “Turn Down for What” featuring DJ Snake in January 2014. This is the ultimate party song that debuted at No. 38 on the Billboard Hot 100 and climbed to No. 4. Lil Jon knows how to throw a killer party, with his plethora of hits and DJ expertise, you won’t be disappointed.

Maya Day and Nightclub, 7333 E. Indian Plaza, Saturday, Oct. 11, 9 p.m., $20, Buy tickets here 

 

Will Hoge @ The Crescent Ballroom

Will Hoge is a triple threat from Nashville, Tennesse and is playing this weekend in Arizona. Independently, Hoge released his first CD, “Live At The Exit/In,” that was recorded at a local Nashville club. He began touring the American south and grabbed the attention of Atlantic Records. Signed in 2002, he released his debut album, “Carousel”, but later ended up leaving the label retaining all of the rights for it. As a singer, songwriter, and musician, Hoge continued touring and self-released multiple live albums while on the road. His big break came in 2012 when he received a Grammy nomination for “Country Song of the Year”, an Academy of Country Music nomination, and a Country Music Association nomination for “Even If It Breaks Your Heart” recorded by the Eli Young and and made it to #1 on the country charts. Will Hoge is a respected name in country music and has a unique sound that has drawn attention all around the nation.

In the Mix: The Crescent Ballroom, 308 N. 2nd Ave., Saturday, Oct. 11, 8:30 p.m., $14-$16, Buy tickets here