There are many options for concertgoers in the Valley who need live music to help them get through the week. The next few nights will see acts like Hembree, the indie rock band, The Meteors and psychobilly pioneers The Meteors as well as Lovelytheband and alt-rockers The Wallflowers take to the stage at local concert venues.
Below are details about these shows as well as other noteworthy gigs taking place in the area from Monday, December 5, through Thursday, December 8. Check out Phoenix New Times ‘ online concert listings For more live music in the Valley, visit our website.

The Meteors

Monday, December 5,
The Rebel Lounge, 2303 East Indian School RoadThe Meteors, an English band pioneering psychobilly music, were around long before The Nekromantix or Tiger Army got their first pompadours. The band was formed by P. Paul Fenech (guitarist and vocalist) in 1980. They began playing in pubs in England like the Sparrow Hawk pub in north London. Their punk-rockabilly fusion added an element of danger to their early years. Fenech was known for his habit of spitting chicken blood onto the crowds. They were loved by their fanbase, known as “crazies”, and created their own dance style, which was a wild mix of fighting and moshing. Today, The Meteors still exist (albeit Fenech is the last OG member), and their gigs remain loud and entertaining without the gory theatrics. With the Joeys and Outlaw Inlaws, 8 p.m., $20 via . Benjamin Leatherman

Siames

Tuesday, December 6
The Rebel Lounge, 2303 East Indian School RoadAlthough “Stoltz & Blakk”, sounds like a German buddy cop duo, they are actually the creators of the Argentinian electropop/rock group Siames. Siames was founded in 2013 by Guillermo “Soltz”, Stolzing, and Juan Manuel “Blakk,” Kokollo. They are both a rock band in theory but a club act in sound and vibes. Siames sounds more like an electropop band that is deeply influenced by the 1980s than many others. They sound like they spent more time writing lyrics about electronic dance music in the ’90s: the glory days of Ace of Base and Haddaway. Their music is brightly colored and energetic, driven by synthesizers and keyboards. Consider a song like 2020’s “Summer Nights,” which is a highlight of their album. Home The Siames collaborator Barbie Williams sings alongside Stoltz, over a backdrop of delicious electronic cheese. Its jelly bracelet-covered sleeves show the music’s heart and influences. Siames is known for his bombastic style, but they are also capable of working in a more relaxed setting. Take a look at the 2022 instrumentals. Faceoff The slinky boom-baps of “Copman”, and the ambient lulls of “Bedcofee,” find them moving into more reserved yet adventurous territory. New Royals, 8 p.m., $30/$35 via . Ashley Naftule

The Wallflowers

Tuesday, December 6
Marquee Theatre 730 North Mill Avenue TempeWhat are some of the benefits of being a member The Wallflowers Jakob Dylan is the frontman of The Wallflowers. You have his incredible songwriting legacy flowing through you, and you also have the pressure to live up to your father’s legacy. Is he going to do it? Although it is unlikely, his musical output should not be dismissed. The rock band made its debut in 1989 and released their best-known album. The Horse is Down Seven years later, it was released. It was quadruple-platinum and produced singles such as “6th Avenue Heartache”, “The Difference” and “Three Marlenas.” “One Headlight” is their biggest hit and an alt-rock radio favourite. Exit Wounds Although Dylan’s solo albums may not have achieved the same success as Bringing Down the Horse’s, Dylan has still won many hearts with the T-Bone Burnett-produced Women + Country From 2010. The Wallflowers will be playing songs from the album; set list as they tour the Valley this week. 7:30 p.m. $67.50-$97.50 via Ticketweb.com. Benjamin Leatherman

Chris Slorach (left), Alex Edkins (center), and Hayden Menzies (right) of METZ.

Norman Wong

METZ

Wednesday, December 7
Valley Bar, 130 North Central AvenueDo you want to mosh with us? Let’s mosh. Canadian punk-rock band METZ, which includes guitarist and vocalist Alex Edkins and bassist Chris Slorach, and drummer Hayden Menzies, thrives in chaos. Their shows are a chaotic mix of aggressive percussion, guitar-heavy angst, and a wild concoction. They’ve released four studio albums since 2008 (the latest being 2020 Sub Pop’s Atlas Vending), two live albums and an EP. There are also tons of singles. METZ will be touring to celebrate the 10th anniversary of their self-titled 2012 release. They’ll be joined by Kowloon Walled City, an Oakland, California-based band whose sound is a mixture of noise rock and post-hardcore and sludge. It’s going be a loud night of rock at Valley Bar’s music hall. 8 p.m., $25 via Seetickets.us. Gannon Hanevold, Benjamin Leatherman 

Hembree

Wednesday, December 7
The Rebel Lounge, 2303 East Indian School RoadIsaac Flynn sings, “When will you swallow all that you are proud of,” on Hembree’s song “Can’t Run Forever.” This moody indie rock is a perfect example of what Kansas City’s band does best. The song is cinematic and melodic, but it doesn’t reach your ears as much as it glides through your ears, propelled by tight rhythms and graceful lyrics. This is just one of many high-key gems in Hembree’s songbook. The core group was formed in 2015 by Flynn, singer/guitarist, and Garrett Childers, bassist/singer. Austin Ward (drums), Alex Ward and Eric Davis (keys) complete the sound. After their song “Holy Water” was featured in an Apple Super Bowl commercial, they began self-releasing their music. Since then, they’ve toured with artists like Phoenix, Elvis Costello and The Get Up Kids. Hembree has a talent for creating memorable melodies, which is something that all of these acts share. It’s a challenge to get rid of the chorus from “It’s A Dream.” This is the pinnacle of Indie Rock. With Little Hurt and Kenzo Cregan; 6:30 p.m. $15/$18 via . Ashley Naftule

Lovelytheband

Thursday, December 8, 2008
Marquee Theatre 730 North Mill Avenue TempeLovelytheband provided a song for all those couples who don’t have the media literacy to dress up as Harlequin and The Joker every Halloween. 2017’s “Broken”, a song about a love story, is the kind of pop-rock song that can be used to serenade couples at karaoke night. Mitchy Collins sings, “I like the fact that you’re broke, broken like I.” Mitchy boy, why are you so serious? Some bands are formed in garages. Lovelytheband was born in a nightclub. After a night out on West Hollywood, Collins, Jordan Greenwald and Sam Price decided to Voltron as a core trio. They’ve been releasing sad boy songs ever since, the type of songs Hot Topic managers would use to make mixtapes for their employees if they were still around. Their music is full of interesting and unusual flourishes, such as the whistling that punctuates the song “sail away” or the strange squeaking sounds that run through “Broken”. They aren’t Weirdtheband, but they do get points for trying. 8 p.m., $27-$57 via ticketweb.com.