Alanis Morissette, Junior Brown and more: 5 shows to see in the Coachella Valley this week
Here are my picks for this weekend's can't-miss live performances in the Coachella Valley and surrounding communities.
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HOT PICK
Thursday
Alternative: When Alanis Morissette released the album "Jagged Little Pill" in 1995 and rose to prominence, the Canadian singer became a trailblazer for women in rock — and pop — music. Her impactful album paved the way for artists like Fiona Apple, Pink, Kelly Clarkson and even Taylor Swift. The songs on the album, such as "All I Really Want" and "You Oughta Know," featured confessional lyrics with an energetic rock sound. However, she also showcased her versatility by creating entertaining pop songs like "Ironic" and "You Learn."
"Jagged Little Pill" topped the charts in 13 countries with sales of more than 33 million units, making it one of the best-selling albums of all time. The album won five Grammys, including Album of the Year. At the time, she was the youngest artist ever to win Album of the Year.
Many were also surprised to learn Morissette was one of the child actors on the Canadian children's TV show "You Can't Do That On Television."
Morissette will perform on Thursday at Acrisure Arena with special guests Joan Jett and the Blackhearts and support from Morgan Wade.
If you go: 7 p.m. Thursday, Acrisure Arena, 75-702 Varner Road, Palm Desert. Tickets start at $53.40. acrisurearena.com
BEST BETS
Friday
Mexican: Regional Mexican music bands Los Nuevos Rebeldes (which translates to “The New Rebels”) and Las Voces Del Rancho (which translates to "The Voices of the Ranch") will perform on Friday at Morongo Casino Resort and Spa.
Attendees can expect to hear Los Nuevos Rebeldes’s most popular songs, including “Juan Ignacio” (2013), “Luto En El Cielo” (2012), “Soldado Imperial” (2014), and “Tipo Tren” (2013), among many others. The group has maintained a strong presence in their genre over the last two decades, releasing over 19 albums since 2003 — at an average of more than one album per year since their debut.
Las Voces del Rancho is a Norte?o duet featuring Mexico-born artists Edgar Rodriguez and Mariano Fernandez. The Los Angeles-based pair plays many traditional song styles, but with a contemporary edge. At this concert, expect to hear them play regional Mexican music radio hits like "El Lunar," "Donde Están," and "De un Rancho a Otro."
If you go: 8 p.m. Friday, Morongo Casino Resort and Spa, 49-500 Seminole Drive, Cabazon. Tickets start at $68.25. morongocasinoresort.com
Saturday
Magic: Even though magician Lance Burton considers himself retired, the Academy of Magical Arts honoree enjoys doing select shows across the United States and the world featuring illusions, sleight of hand, audience participation and more. Since appearing on "The Tonight Show" in 1981, Burton has appeared on television many times, including the NBC annual TV specials "Lance Burton Master Magician."
Burton will perform on Saturday at Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa.
If you go: 8 p.m. Saturday, Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa, 32-250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. Tickets $25 to $75. aguacalientecasinos.com
Country: Fans of the show "Better Call Saul" are probably familiar with the catchy country theme of the show, which is performed by Texas singer-songwriter Junior Brown. His one-of-a-kind steel guitar is also featured on his '90s hits "Highway Patrol" and the Country Music Association award-winning tune "My Wife Thinks You're Dead."
Brown will perform on Saturday at Pappy and Harriet's.
If you go: 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Pappy and Harriet's, 53-688 Pioneertown Road, Pioneertown. Tickets $40. pappyandharriets.com
Mexican: Corridos singer Gerardo Coronel has enjoyed a career in Mexican music since he debuted in his teens with the singles "Te Quiero a Morir" and "No Era Penal." His hit song "Inevitable" quickly accumulated over a million views on YouTube, which made him a popular live act in Mexico and the U.S. The singer continues to gain notoriety with many hit songs.
Coronel will perform on Saturday at Spotlight 29 Casino.
If you go: 8 p.m. Saturday, Spotlight 29 Casino, 46-200 Harrison Place, Coachella. Tickets start at $33.65. spotlight29.com
Features Editor Niki Kottmann contributed to this report.
Brian Blueskye covers arts and entertainment for the Desert Sun. He can be reached at [email protected] or on Twitter at @bblueskye.
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