St. Paul & The Broken Bones
Apr 5, 2026 / 7:30 p.m.
Part revival, part rock-and-soul spectacle, all high-energy charisma—it’s a celebration of soul in all its forms: joy, pain, faith, funk, and catharsis. Singer-songwriter Tyler Ballgame will open.
Sun & Sounds March 15 | Mo Maduro | Mario Why
Mar 15, 2026 / 12:00 p.m.
Food, drinks, and free music under the Arizona sun ... now with vendors from Merchantile Market!
Our longest-running concert series is back and better than ever during our 50th anniversary season, now with dozens of crafty and artistic vendors via the Merchantile Market! Unwind to music from Arizona's top talent under the sun. Add an expanded food footprint, a cocktail bar, and a whole lot of community spirit, and you’ll find a perfect way to cap off the weekend. Furry friends included!
Program
10 a.m.–4 p.m. Merchantile Market
Noon–1:30 p.m.: Mo Maduro (indie/blues)
2–4 p.m.: Mario Why (indie/canyon pop)
Mo Maduro
Mo Maduro is an emerging Phoenix-based singer-songwriter, known for a new age blend of blues, jazz, and soul. A multi-instrumentalist who plays guitar, piano, drums, and bass, she is recognized for her soulful vocals, laid-back, groovy sound, and performances around the Valley.
Mario Why
Mario Yñiguez (he/him) is a songwright, composer, multi-instrumentalist, director, and creator. He is known for his versatility across genres, sincere craftsmanship, and a conceptually holistic approach to creation. Yñiguez can be seen weaving his work through solo projects under Mario Why, as a guitarist and vocalist for the band Harrison Fjord, and in the pits of musicals. In May 2025, Yñiguez released his debut EP, Their Hearts Were Full of Spring, under Mario Why. Transforming his musical theatre and classical vocal expertise into what one can describe as “lusciously-indie” or “baroque canyon pop” and with alternative odes to chamber music and Americana, Mario Why’s debut shines a new light on his artistic identity.
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