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Yahoo
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Stevie Nicks suddenly reschedules 2 months of concerts. What we know
Stevie Nicks has canceled and rescheduled all her August and September concerts on a tour that will resume in Portland on Wednesday, Oct. 1, and includes a Phoenix date at PHX Arena on Tuesday, Oct. 7. Nicks shared the news on her social media accounts Aug. 1. "Due to a recent injury resulting in a fractured shoulder that will require recovery time, Stevie Nicks' scheduled concerts in August and September will be rescheduled," the post begins. "Please note that October dates will be unaffected. What to do if you have Stevie Nicks tickets More information will be available at your point of purchase, the post continued. Ticketholders are advised to hold on to their tickets and consult the list of rescheduled dates. All previously purchased tickets will be honored on the new date. The post signed off with "Stevie looks forward to seeing everyone soon and apologizes to the fans for this inconvenience." Ed has covered pop music for The Republic since 2007, reviewing festivals and concerts, interviewing legends, covering the local scene and more. He did the same in Pittsburgh for more than a decade. Follow him on X and Instagram @edmasley and on Facebook as Ed Masley. Email him at This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Stevie Nicks postpones 2025 concert tour. What to know Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Ultimate guide to Katy Perry's Phoenix concert, from tickets to who's opening
Katy Perry is bringing her first tour in seven years to downtown Phoenix on Saturday, July 12, playing PHX Arena (formerly Footprint Center) on the Lifetimes Tour. The tour is in support of '143,' which hit the Billboard album charts at No. 6 in late September, and is set to feature Perry doing all her hits. Perry's first performance in support of "143" was a sold-out headlining show at Rock in Rio in Brazil in September 2024, which Rolling Stone Australia called 'the high point of the night… the 100,000-strong crowd going wild with dazzling visuals and pyrotechnics that transformed the City of Rock into a vibrant spectacle.' Perry last played metro Phoenix in 2018 when Witness: The Tour hit Glendale for a night at what's now called Desert Diamond Arena, where the singer reminisced about her childhood in the Valley. 'I used to live in Scottsdale,' she announced. 'I, too, have hiked Camelback Mountain. And it made me very thirsty.' Here's everything to know about Katy Perry's Phoenix concert. Katy Perry plays PHX Arena, at 201 E. Jefferson St. in downtown Phoenix, on Saturday, July 12. Like a Virgin: How Madonna proved she was up there with Springsteen and Prince at her '80s ASU debut Rebecca Black, the viral video sensation who gave the unsuspecting world "Friday," a single often celebrated as the worst song ever, is opening for Katy Perry in Phoenix. Doors open at 6 p.m. The concert starts at 7 p.m. As of July 8, Katy Perry tickets were available at starting at $75.45. These are the songs that made the setlist when Katy Perry launched the Lifetimes Tour in Mexico City on Wednesday, April 23. Act 1: ARTIFICIAL 'Artificial' (live debut) 'Chained To The Rhythm' (extended intro; Hot Chip Remix outro) 'Teary Eyes' (extended intro/outro) 'Dark Horse' (extended intro; with elements of "Artificial") Act 2: WOMAN'S WORLD 'Woman's World' (extended intro; shortened) 'California Gurls' (shortened) 'Teenage Dream' 'Hot N Cold"/ 'Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)' (extended intro) 'I Kissed A Girl' (extended outro) Act 3: NIRVANA 'Nirvana' 'Crush' (with elements of "Crush" by Jennifer Paige) 'I'm His, He's Mine' (shortened) 'Wide Awake' (extended intro) Act 3.5: CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE "Not Like the Movies" (first time since 2012) "The One That Got Away" (fan request) 'All the Love' (live debut; acoustic) Act 4: MAINFRAME 'E.T.' (extended intro/outro) 'Part of Me' (extended intro/outro) "Rise" (extended intro) Act 5: ENDGAME 'Roar' 'Daisies' (Oliver Heldens remix) ENCORE 'Lifetimes' (dance break; extended outro) 'Firework' (with elements of "Wonder") No outside food, beverages, coolers, bottles or cans may be brought into PHX Arena, although one sealed plastic water bottle is allowed per guest for Suns, Mercury and Rattlers games. Sealed water bottles may be prohibited for select concerts. Children's items, such as baby bottles and formula, are allowed. Standard backpacks are not permitted inside PHX Arena. Single-compartment drawstring bags, purses and diaper bags that have the appearance of a standard backpack and media backpacks are allowed if they meet the NBA bag-size requirements of 14 by 14 by 6 inches. Guests with bags larger than 4 inches by 6 inches are required to be screened through X-ray machines. Guests with no bags or clutches smaller than 4 inches by 6 inches can use Evolv express entry lanes. The following items are not allowed inside PHX Arena for concerts: Backpacks, with the exception of single-compartment drawstring bags that meet the NBA bag-size requirements and media backpacks that have been screened at the media entrance. Purses and diaper bags are allowed if they meet the size requirements. Bottles, cans and coolers. Video and recording devices, including GoPros & Google glasses. Fireworks. Illegal substances. Laser pointers. Outside food and beverages. Whistles, horns or other noise makers. Weapons of any kind (no knives or mace/pepper spray of any size). Computers and laptops. Halloween-style may not be worn upon entry and in concourses, but will be permitted when the guest is in their seats. Selfie sticks. Offensive clothing or masks. Footprint Center reserves the right to amend the above list without notice. Banners and signs are allowed. They must be constructed of flame-retardant material. Signs must be made of a soft material that can be folded (e.g., poster board or cloth). Banners or signs may not be commercial in nature or obscene, or cause any disturbance to other fans. Banners and signs must be hand-held and may not obstruct the view of other guests or Footprint Center advertising signage or be temporarily or permanently affixed to the building structure. Footprint Center reserves the right to remove any banner or sign. Signs should not be larger than 11 by 17 inches. Cash is not accepted at PHX Arena. Use Visa, Mastercard, American Express or Discover. You can convert cash onto a preloaded Mastercard by visiting one of the venue's reverse ATMs near the Ticket Office or Section 218. PHX Arena is a smoke-free facility with no designated smoking area outside. Smoking of all kinds, including e-cigarettes, is prohibited. Guests who fail to comply will be asked to cease smoking. Those continuing to violate the policy will be ejected. Reentry is not available for any games, concerts or events at PHX Arena. Contact a staff member for assistance. Found items may be turned in to the Guest Services Office. Guests may also call the security department at 602-379-2055. Paramedics and EMTs are present during all events. First aid is on the main concourse across from Section 116. In the event of an emergency, notify any PHX Arena representative or uniformed police officer to ensure that emergency personnel are notified. PHX Arena has more than 700 parking spaces, including parking for guests with disabilities. Parking prices vary by event. Call the parking office at 602-379-2003 for information. You can purchase parking at PHX Arena and nearby lots in advance at PHX Arena is at 201 E. Jefferson St. in downtown Phoenix. If you're coming from north Phoenix/Scottsdale: Take State Route 51 south to the Interstate 10 East interchange. Exit I-10 at Washington/Jefferson Street. Turn right on Washington Street to Third Street. Turn left on Third Street to PHX Arena. If you're coming from west/southwest Phoenix: Take Interstate 10 East to the Seventh Avenue exit. Turn right on Seventh Avenue to Jefferson Street. Turn left on Jefferson Street to First Street. PHX Arena is on the corner of Jefferson Street and 1st Street. If you're coming from east Phoenix: Take Loop 202 west to I-10 west. Take I-10 west to the Seventh Street exit. Turn left on Seventh Street to Washington Street. Turn right on Washington Street to Third Street. Turn left on Third Street to PHX Arena. If you're coming from northwest Phoenix/ Glendale: Take Interstate 17 south to Jefferson Street. Turn left on Jefferson Street to First Street. PHX Arena is on the corner of Jefferson and First streets. If you're coming from the East Valley: Take I-10 west to Washington/Jefferson Street. Turn left on Washington Street to Third Street. Turn left on Third Street to PHX Arena. The Rail Ride Event program allows guests who purchase a ticket to an event at PHX Arena to ride Valley Metro light rail at no additional cost on the day of the event. Valley Metro will recognize the event tickets as valid light rail fare on the day of the event for four hours prior to the start of the event through the end of the transit day. Two important things to know: You must have your event ticket with you when riding light rail and must show it to a fare inspector upon request. Failure to show a valid ticket can result in fines of $50-$500. PHX Arena event tickets are good for light rail only; they are not valid as bus fare. Here's a list of Valley Metro park and ride lots: Phoenix: 19th and Dunlap avenues, 19th and Montebello avenues, 19th Avenue and Camelback Road, Seventh Avenue and Camelback Road, Central Avenue and Camelback Road and 38th and Washington streets. Tempe: Dorsey Lane and Apache Boulevard, McClintock Drive and Apache Boulevard, Loop 101 and Apache Boulevard. Mesa: Sycamore and Main Street; Mesa Drive and Main Street; Gilbert Road and Main Street. There are four recommended pickup/dropoff spots for ride shares: First and Jefferson streets (PHX Arena Plaza); Second Street (The Ryan); Third Street (Phoenix Convention Center) and Jefferson Street (Hotel Palomar/Arrogant Butcher). Ed has covered pop music for The Republic since 2007, reviewing festivals and concerts, interviewing legends, covering the local scene and more. He did the same in Pittsburgh for more than a decade. Follow him on X and Instagram @edmasley and on Facebook as Ed Masley. Email him at This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Katy Perry tour 2025: Tickets, opener, setlist for Phoenix
Yahoo
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
No flops here: Katy Perry's Phoenix concert was a sci-fi spectacle of pop power
Yes, we've all seen the viral clips flooding social media of Katy Perry awkwardly running, levitating and rotating like rotisserie chicken at your local Costco, neon lights flashing and crowds screaming; but if you showed up to her Phoenix concert expecting a flop, you were mistaken. What you were in for was a wild, pleasantly unexpected ride. The second Katy Perry stepped onto the infinity-shaped stage at PHX Arena on July 12 for her Lifetimes Tour concert, time rewound. Before the show began, massive TVs looped her most iconic music videos, taking the crowd from the candy-colored chaos of "California Gurls" to the empowering roar of, well, "Roar." Fans — young, old and every age in between — came dressed in homage: cupcake bras, prism wigs, cotton candy-colored shoes and, yes, many Left Shark costumes. You could feel the inner teen spirit in the room. Perry brought energy, eccentric visuals and a nostalgic dose of pop weirdness. Although during one segment of the show something felt a bit off in the air, her captivating optimism kept the show going and entertaining. The crowd? Loud. The vibes? Sometimes mismatched. Katy Perry setlist 2025: All the songs from her Lifetimes Tour launch concert After an eight-year hiatus from touring, Perry returned with a vengeance and some help from AI. The show opened with a computerized video montage, all butterflies and futuristic vibes, like a promo for a "Tron" sequel. The concert was divided into digital-sounding chapters such as Labyrinth, Shadow Valley and Nirvana. At times, it felt like a Disney ride: hyperspeed visuals, laser beams, robotic narration and enough bass to knock your soul loose. Perry loves to defy gravity. She spent a good chunk of the night suspended in the air, whether floating in a metal orb, riding a giant dragonfly or casually dangling from cables like a sci-fi heroine. The show opened with her wired up and levitating like an AI experiment gone glam and, for a second, she looked almost animatronic — in the coolest, weirdest way. Her remixed songs, especially "Chained to the Rhythm," sent the crowd into a nightclub frenzy. The vibe was '80s hyper-synth pop, and the bass? Maybe a little too intense but only during the beginning of the show. Perry came in blazing with energy, but the Phoenix crowd seemed sluggish at first. During the first few songs, not a single phone was in sight, and not in a good, "live in the moment" kind of way. The audience eventually warmed up, especially when she performed fan favorites like "Teenage Dream," "I Kissed a Girl,' (she mentioned that she still likes to do that) and "The One That Got Away." She also gave a raw, acoustic-style nod to "Harleys in Hawaii" after a fan requested it; riffing off it a bit before saying, "It's not on the list," but delighting the crowd with a snippet and even hinted that it should probably be on the setlist. Let's talk about that moment: Perry's unexpected tumble during 'Part of Me.' Honestly, it almost looked intentional. The way she dropped and then sprang back up with a grin made it feel like part of the choreography. Whether it was a planned bit of slapstick or a genuine misstep, she pulled it off. The audience barely had time to gasp before she was back on her feet, powering through the performance like nothing happened. That said, the show wasn't without its quirks. The massive TV screen setup, though visually striking, sometimes made it hard to see her, especially for fans relying on it for close-ups. There was a QR code moment that was supposed to be interactive, but some fans said it didn't work. And while the 'Mainframe' portion was billed as the high-energy climax, it leaned more into chaotic camp. At one point during "E.T.," Perry seemed more interested in mock battling her backup dancers than hitting the notes, giving off major sci-fi soap opera vibes. When Perry brought a few fans on stage, two young girls stole the show when they said they were from Mexico. The arena erupted in a spontaneous chant: "México! México!" Katy beamed and shouted back, "Viva la México!" Later, she gave a touching shout-out to Arizona, noting that one of her backup dancers, Eric Klich, is from Surprise and a proud University of Arizona alum. She even reminisced about attending Paradise Valley Christian School, hiking Camelback Mountain, and joked, "I'm not gonna talk about the weather, but Phoenix, you are so hot." Oh, and she was also very impressed by the name of Drinkwater Boulevard in Scottsdale. 'Phoenix is so empathetic to its citizens. It reminds its citizens to drink water by naming a street to drink water,' she said. Looking for the ? Sign up for our newsletter. Perry closed the show on a high with everyone's favorite, 'Firework.' Sure, the shortened versions of songs made the setlist feel rushed at times and, yeah, maybe our ears are still ringing. But Perry gave everything she had and here's a shout-out to her for reminding us that pop music can be a total joyride. Phoenix, do better next time. She gave you all her glitter and guts. The least we could do is dance a little harder. Katy Perry is still the zany pop queen she always was, complete with cotton candy accessories, playful banter and cartoonish visuals. There's a chaotic, caffeine-rush energy to her shows that's impossible not to admire. It's refreshing that she hasn't toned herself down. The whole thing felt like a rave, a video game and a childhood fever dream rolled into one. Even after all these years, I found myself belting out every word with the same fire I had in middle school and, judging by the crowd, I wasn't alone. Kids were dancing in LED glasses, parents were mouthing the lyrics and it felt like the music had bridged generations. Seeing her on stage, loud and totally Katy, healed a little piece of my childhood heart. It wasn't just a concert; it was a glittery time machine. Got a story you want to share? Reach out at Follow @tiffsario on Instagram. This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Katy Perry brings neon nostalgia, pop weirdness to Phoenix
USA Today
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Shakira concert setlist 2025: Songs she sang at PHX Arena in Phoenix
Shakira brought the U.S. leg of her rescheduled Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour to downtown Phoenix on Sunday, June 22, 2025, for the first installment of a two-night stand at PHX Arena. When she announced the tour, Shakira promised tracks from her new album, 2024's 'Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran,' while also dusting off the highlights of her catalog of hits. And that's exactly what the superstar delivered in Arizona. The setlist featured five songs from that new release and several medleys of her older hits, reaching back to the '90s for 'Estoy Aqui,' "Pies Descalzos, Sueños Blancos' and 'Antología.' Other highlight ranged from 'Hips Don't Lie' and "TGQ" to 'Chantaje," "BZRP Music Sessions #53,' 'Waka Waka (Esto es África)' and 'She Wolf.' Concert review: From 'She Wolf' to 'Hips Don't Lie,' Shakira sizzled on Night 1 in Phoenix Shakira tour setlist 2025: All the songs she did in Phoenix These are the songs that made the setlist when Shakira brought her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour to downtown Phoenix for the first show of a two-night stand: Ed has covered pop music for The Republic since 2007, reviewing festivals and concerts, interviewing legends, covering the local scene and more. He did the same in Pittsburgh for more than a decade. Follow him on X and Instagram @edmasley and on Facebook as Ed Masley. Email him at
Yahoo
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Shakira is playing 2 nights in Phoenix. Here's everything you need to know about PHX Arena
Shakira is on her way to downtown Phoenix for two concerts at PHX Arena (formerly Footprint Center) as part of her much-anticipated Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour on Sunday and Monday, June 22-23, 2025. The tour takes its name from "Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran,' which became the most-streamed album of 2024 – more than 10 billion streams – within 24 hours of release, debuting at the top of Billboard's Latin Album and Latin Pop Album charts. Shakira last played Phoenix in 2018, when the El Dorado World Tour played that same venue, then called Talking Stick Resort Arena. Since then, she performed one of the more iconic Super Bowl halftime shows in history with Jennifer Lopez. Here's everything you need to know before the Shakira concerts in Phoenix. Yes. Shakira brings her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour to PHX Arena, 201 E. Jefferson St. in downtown Phoenix, on Sunday and Monday, June 22-23, 2025. No opener is listed on the venue website. As of June 17, tickets were available starting at $183 for Sunday's show and $160 for Monday's show at Doors open at 6:30 p.m. The concert starts both nights at 7:30 p.m.. This is the setlist from Shakira's concert at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, on Saturday, June 7, 2025: 'Caloris' (Video interlude) 'La Fuerte' 'GIRL LIKE ME' 'Las de la intuición' / 'Estoy aquí' 'Empire' / 'Inevitable' 'Te felicito' / 'TQG' 'Don't Bother' 'Wolf Children' (Video interlude) 'Acróstico' (With video of Sasha and Milan singing) 'Mermaid' (Video interlude) 'Copa vacía'/ 'La Bicicleta' / 'La tortura' (With Manuel Turizo and Alejandro Sanz) 'Never lie' (Video interlude) 'Hips Don't Lie' (With Mapalé elements) 'Chantaje' (Backstage costume change and return to the stage) 'Monotonía' 'Addicted to You' / 'Loca' 'Soltera' 'Cómo dónde y cuándo' (Followed by the introduction of the band) 'Diamond Tear' (Video interlude) 'Última' 'The Sorceress' (Video interlude) 'Ojos así' 'Pies Descalzos' – 'Baby Shak Poem' (Video interlude) 'Pies descalzos, sueños blancos' (Rock version) 'Antología' 'Underneath Your Clothes' 'Objection (Tango)' (Afro-punk version) 'Braids' (Video interlude) 'Whenever, Wherever' 'Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)' (With Champeta dance, elements of the K-mix, extended intro and outro) Encore: '10 Commandments of a She Wolf' (Video interlude) 'Isabell The Wolf' (Video interlude) 'She Wolf' 'BZRP Music Sessions #53' (With Bizarrap - With elements of the Tiësto Remix and extended outro) No outside food, beverages, coolers, bottles or cans may be brought into PHX Arena, although one sealed plastic water bottle is allowed per guest for Suns, Mercury and Rattlers games. Sealed water bottles may be prohibited for select concerts. Children's items such as baby bottles and formula will be allowed. Standard backpacks are not permitted inside PHX Arena. Single-compartment drawstring bags, purses and diaper bags that have the appearance of a standard backpack and media backpacks are allowed if they meet the NBA bag-size requirements of 14 by 14 by 6 inches. Guests with bags larger than 4 inches by 6 inches are required to be screened through X-ray machines. Guests with no bags or clutches smaller than 4 inches by 6 inches can use Evolv express entry lanes. The following items are not allowed inside PHX Arena for concerts: Backpacks (with the exception of single-compartment drawstring bags that meet the NBA bag-size requirements and media backpacks that have been screened at the media entrance. Purses and diaper bags are allowed if they meet the size requirements. Bottles, cans and coolers. Video and recording devices including Go Pros & Google glasses. Fireworks. Illegal substances. Laser pointers. Outside food and beverages. Whistles, horns or other noise makers. Weapons of any kind (no knives or mace/pepper spray of any size). Computers and laptops. Halloween-style may not to be worn upon entry and in concourses but will be permitted when guest is in seats. Selfie sticks. Offensive clothing or masks. PHX Arena reserves the right to amend the above list without notice. Banners and signs are allowed at PHX Arena; they must be constructed of flame-retardant material. Signs must be made of a soft material that can be folded (e.g., poster board or cloth). Banners or signs may not be commercial in nature or obscene, or cause any disturbance to other fans. Banners and signs must be hand-held and may not obstruct the view of other guests or PHX Arena advertising signage or be temporarily or permanently affixed to the building structure. PHX Arena reserves the right to remove any banner or sign. Signs should not be larger than 11 by 17 inches. Cash is not accepted at PHX Arena. Use Visa, Mastercard, American Express or Discover. You can convert cash onto a preloaded Mastercard by visiting one of the reverse ATMs near the Ticket Office or Section 218. PHX Arena is a smoke-free facility with no designated smoking area outside. Smoking of all kinds, including e-cigarettes, is prohibited. Guests who fail to comply will be asked to cease smoking. Those continuing to violate the policy will be ejected. Reentry is not available for any games, concerts or events at PHX Arena. Contact a PHX Arena staff member for assistance. Found items may be turned in to the Guest Services Office. Guests may also call the PHX Arena Security department at 602-379-2055. In the event of an emergency, notify any PHX Arena representative or uniformed police officer. Paramedics and EMTs are present during all events at PHX Arena. First aid is on the main concourse across from Section 116. PHX Arena has more than 700 parking spaces, including parking for guests with disabilities. Parking prices vary by event. Call the PHX Arena Parking Office at 602-379-2003 for specific information. You can purchase parking at PHX Arena and nearby lots in advance at PHX Arena is at 201 E. Jefferson St. in downtown Phoenix. If you're coming from north Phoenix/Scottsdale: Take State Route 51 south to Interstate 10 East interchange. Exit I-10 at Washington/Jefferson Street. Turn right on Washington Street to Third Street. Turn left on Third Street to PHX Arena. If you're coming from west/southwest Phoenix: Take Interstate 10 East to the Seventh Avenue exit. Turn right on Seventh Avenue to Jefferson Street. Turn left on Jefferson Street to First Street. PHX Arena is on the corner of Jefferson Street and 1st Street. If you're coming from east Phoenix: Take Loop 202 west to I-10 west. Take I-10 west to the Seventh Street exit. Turn left on Seventh Street to Washington Street. Turn right on Washington Street to Third Street. Turn left on Third Street to PHX Arena. If you're coming from northwest Phoenix/ Glendale: Take Interstate 17 south to Jefferson Street. Turn left on Jefferson Street to First Street. PHX Arena is on the corner of Jefferson Street and First Street. If you're coming from the East Valley: Take I-10 west to Washington/Jefferson Street. Turn left on Washington Street to Third Street. Turn left on Third Street to PHX Arena. The Rail Ride Event program allows guests who purchase a ticket to an event at PHX Arena to ride Valley Metro light rail at no additional cost on the day of the event. Valley Metro will recognize the event tickets as valid light rail fare on the day of the event for four hours prior to the start of the event through the end of the transit day. Two important things to know: You must have your event ticket on your person when riding light rail and must show your ticket to a fare inspector upon request. Failure to show a valid ticket can result in fines ranging from $50 to $500. PHX Arena event tickets are good for light rail only; they are not valid as bus fare. Here's a list of Valley Metro park and ride lots: Phoenix: 19th and Dunlap avenues, 19th and Montebello avenues, 19th Avenue and Camelback Road, Seventh Avenue and Camelback Road, Central Avenue and Camelback Road and 38th and Washington streets. Tempe: Dorsey Lane and Apache Boulevard, McClintock Drive and Apache Boulevard, Loop 101 and Apache Boulevard. Mesa: Sycamore and Main Street; Mesa Drive and Main Street; Gilbert Road and Main Street. There are four recommended pickup/dropoff spots for ride shares: First and Jefferson streets (PHX Arena Plaza); Second Street (The Ryan); Third Street (Phoenix Convention Center) and Jefferson Street (Hotel Palomar/Arrogant Butcher). Ed has covered pop music for The Republic since 2007, reviewing festivals and concerts, interviewing legends, covering the local scene and more. He did the same in Pittsburgh for more than a decade. Follow him on X and Instagram @edmasley and on Facebook as Ed Masley. Email him at This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Shakira tour 2025: Ultimate guide to her Phoenix concerts
