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Modern Day Rockstar Machine Gun Kelly to Headline Friday Night of 2023 Coors Light Birds Nest

September 20, 2022 by WM Phoenix Open Leave a Comment

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FOUR-NIGHT CONCERT SERIES RUNS FEB. 8 – 11, TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW AT COORSLIGHTBIRDSNEST.COM

The 2023 Coors Light Birds Nest lineup has added another premier headliner to its four-night lineup as Machine Gun Kelly has committed to perform at the Friday, Feb. 10 show. The popular concert series will take place over four nights (Feb. 8-11) during WM Phoenix Open week, tickets are available now and can be purchased online at  www.coorslightbirdsnest.com.

The Coors Light Birds Nest Lineup is nearly set – Jason Aldean and special guest MacKenzie Porter will take the stage on Thursday, Feb. 9; while The Chainsmokers and special guest Gryffin will close out the final night on Saturday, Feb. 11.  The special guest performing with Machine Gun Kelly and Wednesday’s lineup will be announced at a later date.

Machine Gun Kelly is an atomic force in music, entertainment, film and fashion. In 2020, the Cleveland, Ohio native eclipsed genre expectations releasing a Rock/Pop Punk album, the widely acclaimed Tickets to My Downfall. The platinum album topped the Billboard 200 and became his first No. 1 effort. Tickets to My Downfall landed 18 tracks on the Hot Rock Songs chart and spawned two No. 1 songs on the alternative side with “bloody valentine” and “my ex’s best friend,” which both went platinum. In 2022 he followed with Mainstream Sellout, his second album to hit No. 1 on the Billboard 200 cementing his status as a chart-topping artist. As of 2022, MGK has had a record 45 entries on Hot Rock & Alternative Songs, the most among any solo artist. The genre-bending musician has amassed numerous awards over his career “Favorite Rock Artist for the 2021 AMAs, Top Rock Album and Top Rock Artist” for the 2021 Billboard Music Awards, 2020 and 2021 MTV VMA’s for “Best Alternative Video”, a 2021 iHeart Radio Award for “Alternative Rock Album of the Year” and 2022’s “Alternative Artist of the Year.”

Coors Light Birds Nest general admission tickets will start at $85, while VIP tickets are available starting at $285 each and provide exclusive access to an enhanced VIP area where guests are treated to complimentary food and drinks and access to a premium viewing area for the shows.  Organizers encourage fans to buy their tickets early as ticket prices will increase as the event draws closer.

“The demand for tickets this year has already been through the roof, with sellout shows already for Jason Aldean and The Chainsmokers, we expect Machine Gun Kelly to sell out quickly as well,” said 2023 WM Phoenix Open Tournament Chairman Pat Williams.  “

The Coors Light Birds Nest doors will open at 3:30 p.m. each day with its expanded outdoor patio area that will feature more live music, outdoor games, entertainment, and various food and beverage offerings.  The special guest opening act will take the main stage inside the 48,000 square foot tent at approximately 6:30 p.m. each night, with the headliners going on stage at approximately 8:30 p.m.

The Coors Light Birds Nest is located directly across from the main WM Phoenix Open tournament entrance at 82nd Street and Bell Road.  The entertainment venue opens at 3:30 p.m. and closes at 10:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. Headline acts will take the main stage each evening at approximately 8:30 p.m. The Coors Light Birds Nest is a 21-and-over venue. For more information about the Coors Light Birds Nest visit www.coorslightbirdsnest.com.

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ABOUT THE ARTISTS

 

ABOUT MACHINE GUN KELLY

Machine Gun Kelly is an atomic force in music, entertainment, film and fashion. In 2020, the Cleveland, Ohio native eclipsed genre expectations releasing a Rock/Pop Punk album, the widely acclaimed Tickets to My Downfall. The platinum album topped the Billboard 200 and became his first No. 1 effort. Tickets to My Downfall landed 18 tracks on the Hot Rock Songs chart and spawned two No. 1 songs on the alternative side with “bloody valentine” and “my ex’s best friend,” which both went platinum. In 2022 he followed with Mainstream Sellout, his second album to hit No. 1 on the Billboard 200 cementing his status as a chart-topping artist. The album was supported with a sold-out stadium and arena North American and Europe tour. The US leg ended in his hometown of Cleveland at the FirstEnergy Stadium playing to 50,000 fans, making him the first and only Ohio native to sell out the stadium. As of 2022, MGK has had a record 45 entries on Hot Rock & Alternative Songs, the most among any solo artist. The genre-bending musician has amassed numerous awards over his career including “US Artist About to Go Global” at the 2012 MTV EMA’s, MTV’s 2012 “Breaking Woodie” Award, 2013 “Woodie of the Year” beating out A$AP Rocky, Fun, Grimes and Kendrick Lamar, “Favorite Rock Artist for the 2021 AMAs, Top Rock Album and Top Rock Artist” for the 2021 Billboard Music Awards, 2020 and 2021 MTV VMA’s for “Best Alternative Video”, a 2021 iHeart Radio Award for “Alternative Rock Album of the Year” and 2022’s “Alternative Artist of the Year.” He’s appeared on SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE, THE VOICE, THE TONIGHT SHOW WITH JIMMY FALLON, THE LATE LATE SHOW WITH JAMES CORDEN, ELLEN, THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW, BET’s 106 AND PARK, GOOD MORNING AMERICA, THE NICKELODEON KIDS CHOICE AWARDS and several other programs and award shows.

 

ABOUT JASON ALDEAN

Multi-Platinum entertainer Jason Aldean has learned a thing or two about the music he has made over the past 17 years, but as far as he’s come, Aldean always looks back home to Macon, Georgia. Both where he is from and how far he has taken his signature sound is reflected throughout his 10th studio album MACON, GEORGIA, as the expansive release “kicks off his career’s next era” (Tennessean) with 20 new tunes and 10 unheard live tracks showcasing everything he does. Aldean has bolstered 27 No. One hits, 15 billion streams and has sold more than 20 million albums. Notably, seven of Aldean’s previous studio albums have been certified PLATINUM or more and he has the most Top 10 song on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart, more than any other artists, since making his chart debut in 2005. The recent CRS Humanitarian Award recipient created Wolf Moon Bourbon, an 80-proof bourbon that has been distilled from Midwestern grains and aged for four years offering a finish of caramel, oak and spice. The three-time ACM “Entertainer of the Year” is currently on his ROCK N’ ROLL COWBOY TOUR, with special guests Gabby Barrett, John Morgan and Dee Jay Silver. It was recently announced that Aldean will be joined by Tracy Lawrence, Travis Tritt and Chase Rice this fall for select dates. For more information visit www.jasonaldean.com.

 

ABOUT MACKENZIE PORTER

Canada-born, Nashville-based star MacKenzie Porter is rising to international acclaim with a distinct country-pop style. Building momentum with a six-week U.S. #1 in Dustin Lynch collaboration “Thinking ‘Bout You,” Porter made her own mark simultaneously, releasing brand-new songs “Coming Soon To A Bar Near You,” “Pickup,” “Unlonely Me” and “Heaven Heard Me.” Her “mesmerizing vocals and hook-driven songs” (Billboard) continue to spark headline-worthy accolades, debuting on the Grand Ole Opry in late 2021, earning three 2022 CCMA Awards nominations, and a 2021 JUNO nomination for her Joey Moi-produced Country Album of the Year contender, DRINKIN’ SONGS: THE COLLECTION. Making history, Porter is the first Canadian female artist this century to have five #1 songs at country radio. Porter also earned her first crossover Top 10 at Canadian pop radio – a first since 2003 for a Canadian country artist – with “These Days (Remix),” and joined CMT’s elite Next Women of Country class of 2021. The triple threat previously starred in cult-followed sci-fi television series Travelers now on Netflix, and has opened for Blake Shelton, Kenny Chesney, Walker Hayes, Jordan Davis, Brad Paisley, Rascal Flatts, as well as labelmates Dallas Smith and Chris Lane.

 

ABOUT THE CHAINSMOKERS

Grammy® Award-winning and Billboard Chart topping artist/producer duo, The Chainsmokers, have evolved into a dominating musical force with a diverse repertoire of songs that have led them to become one of music’s hottest recording artists.  Comprised of Alex Pall and Drew Taggart, their signature sound deftly reaches across indie, progressive, and pop realms and has seen them develop some of the biggest breakthrough songs over the course of the last few years. In 2016, the group catapulted to worldwide stardom with 3 Multi-Platinum certified hits – “Roses,” featuring Rozes, “Don’t Let Me Down” featuring Daya and “Closer,” featuring Halsey, which went on to become the longest running #1 single of 2016 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. In April of 2017, the group released their debut album via Disruptor/Columbia Records titled Memories…Do Not Open. The album, which has been certified Platinum, debuted at #1 in the U.S. on the Billboard 200 chart and produced Multi-Platinum certified smash hits “Paris” and “Something Just Like This” featuring Coldplay. In December 2018, The Chainsmokers released building album Sick Boy, which includes the Platinum certified single “This Feeling,” featuring Kelsea Ballerini and “Side Effects,” featuring longtime collaborator Emily Warren.

 

In December 2019, the duo released new music to comprise their latest building album, titled World War Joy, which includes the 2 Platinum certified singles “Who Do You Love” featuring 5 Seconds of Summer and “Call You Mine” featuring Bebe Rexha, and the 2 Gold certified songs “Takeaway” with ILLENIUM featuring Lennon Stella and “Hope” featuring Winona Oak. The duo was nominated for a 2019 MTV Video Music Award, multiple 2019 Teen Choice Awards and was honored with two wins at the 2019 Billboard Music Awards for Top Dance/Electronic Artist and Top Dance/Electronic Album for Sick Boy. The guys took their latest album on the road for the 2019 Fall headlining “WORLD WAR JOY” North American arena tour, while also maintaining their extended Wynn Nightlife Residency in Las Vegas. The brand-new live show featured some next-level production elements never done by The Chainsmokers, including a 60ft+ custom mega structure, levitating stages, and a 5,000 pound ‘Globe of Death.’

For the last few years, The Chainsmokers have been working on their next chapter of music for TCS4, kicking off with their first singles “High” in January and “iPad” in March 2022.

 

ABOUT GRYFFIN

With his debut single “Heading Home” featuring Josef Salvat, Gryffin introduced the world to his magnetic take on electronic music: infinitely melodic, immaculately composed, massive in emotion. In the three years since that track shot to #1 on Spotify’s US and Global Viral charts, the LA-based producer has pushed his artistry to a bold new level, transcending genre boundaries while drawing larger and larger crowds for his unforgettable multi-instrumental, live show. Now, with his debut album Gravity on the horizon, Gryffin plans to deliver his most fully realized work to date, a sonically adventurous body of work that instantly transports the audience into a universe of his own making.

Arriving in December 2018, the first part of the album, Gravity Pt. 1 includes hit singles like “Nobody Compares to You” feat. Katie Pearlman — a beautifully bittersweet future-bass track that’s amassed over 63 million plays on Spotify. With Pt. 1 also featuring hugely successful singles like “Tie Me Down” feat. Elley Duhé (a #2 hit on Spotify’s US Viral Chart) and “Remember” feat. Zohara (a track that topped Billboard’s Dance Club Songs chart and earned support from Tiesto), Gryffin looks to further broadens his eclectic sound on Gravity Pt. 2. “To me it feels like a bigger version of Pt. 1, with some very left-field indie and dance-music collaborations,” notes the musician otherwise known as Dan Griffith.

In the spirit of defying expectations, Gryffin has dramatically expanded the scale of his live show, dreaming up an elaborate set and light design that visually manifests the cosmic themes threaded throughout Gravity. A longtime guitarist and classically trained pianist, he’s now joined onstage by a drummer and guitarist/keyboardist, transforming the most precisely crafted tracks into arena-sized anthems with a thrillingly raw energy. As witnessed on The Gravity Tour — Gryffin’s biggest North American headlining run so far including a career-defining hometown, sold-out show at Bill Graham Civic Auditorium in San Francisco, with second shows added to several major cities in response to immediately-sold-out dates — the result is a highly immersive spectacle that’s theatrical yet undeniably intimate, thanks to the pure emotional impact of each song.

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Tickets and Hospitality Packages on Sale for 2023 WM Phoenix Open

September 16, 2022 by WM Phoenix Open Leave a Comment

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GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS AND HOSPITALITY PACKAGES CAN BE PURCHASED AT wmpodev.wpenginepowered.com/

The Thunderbirds, hosts of the WM Phoenix Open, announced today tickets are now on sale for the 2023 edition of “The People’s Open,” scheduled to be played Feb. 6-12 at TPC Scottsdale.

Daily general admission ticket prices will remain the same as 2022. Tickets for Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday are still $50, while Friday and Saturday general admission tickets remain $75. Additionally, a weekly sponsor badge which includes four daily general admission tickets (Wednesday through Sunday) and one good all week general parking pass is available for $850.  Thanks to your Arizona Ford Dealers, all patrons will once again receive free admission to Monday’s Carlisle Pro-Am and Tuesday practice rounds as part of Ford Free Days.

All-inclusive hospitality packages also are on sale including Members Club, 1937 Club, Skybar, Chairman’s Club and the ever-popular Greenskeeper package. These packages offer a wide range of food and beverage options, VIP seating, enhanced viewing areas and other additional benefits.

Additional Information, pricing and purchase options for all 2023 ticket packages can be found HERE.

The 2023 WM Phoenix Open will take place February 6-12 at TPC Scottsdale. “The People’s Open” has been named the Tournament of the Year by the PGA TOUR numerous times to acknowledge the tournament’s legendary status as one the most unique events in golf. The 2023 edition will mark the 88th playing of the event (one of the five oldest events on the PGA TOUR) and the 14th with WM as title sponsor.

The Thunderbirds were founded in 1937 with the mission of promoting the Valley of the Sun through sports. The Thunderbirds consist of 55 “active” members and more than 280 “life” members who have helped the tournament eclipse $165 million in charitable giving since its inception in 1932 (through the 2021 tournament).  For more information on The Thunderbirds or the 2023 WM Phoenix Open, visit thunderbirdscharities.org.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][mk_button dimension=”flat” size=”medium” url=”/tickets/” target=”_blank” align=”center” fullwidth=”true”]VISIT TICKETS PAGE[/mk_button][/vc_column][/vc_row]

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Multi-Platinum Entertainer Jason Aldean to Headline Thursday Night of 2023 Coors Light Birds Nest with Special Guest Mackenzie Porter

September 6, 2022 by WM Phoenix Open Leave a Comment

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FOUR-NIGHT CONCERT SERIES RUNS FEB. 8 – 11, TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW AT COORSLIGHTBIRDSNEST.COM

The 2023 Coors Light Birds Nest lineup continues to take shape as multi-platinum entertainer Jason Aldean has committed to perform at the Thursday, Feb. 9 show along with special guest MacKenzie Porter.  The popular concert series will take place over four nights (Feb. 8-11) during WM Phoenix Open week, tickets are available now and can be purchased online at  www.coorslightbirdsnest.com.

Earlier this summer officials announced The Chainsmokers with special guest Gryffin will close out the Coors Light Birds Nest on Saturday, Feb. 11 – the remaining lineup will be announced as more artists are confirmed.

“Jason Aldean is a top-notch worldwide entertainer known for his electric live performances, he is a great addition to our four-night lineup and is sure to put on quite a show this year for our Coors Light Birds Nest fans,” said Pat Williams, Tournament Chairman for the 2023 WM Phoenix Open.

Additionally, officials announced something new for this year as the 2023 Coors Light Birds Nest will feature four-day music packages that include admission to all four nights of the concert series.  The general admission four-day pass sells for $330, while the four-day VIP pass is $1,100.

“This new ticket option is a great opportunity for music fans to make the most of the concert series,” said Coors Light Birds Nest Chairman Billy Malkovich.  “This is very much in line with how music festivals package their tickets, we are looking forward to unveiling this for the first time at the Coors Light Birds Nest.”

Coors Light Birds Nest daily general admission tickets for Jason Aldean start at $90, while daily VIP tickets are available starting at $290 each and includes exclusive access to an enhanced VIP area where guests are treated to complimentary food and drinks and access to a premium viewing area for the shows.  Organizers encourage fans to buy their tickets early as ticket prices will increase as the event draws closer.

The Coors Light Birds Nest doors will open at 3:30 p.m. each day with its expanded outdoor patio area that will feature more live music, outdoor games, entertainment, and various food and beverage offerings.  The special guest opening act will take the main stage inside the 48,000 square foot tent at approximately 6:30 p.m. each night, with the headliners going on stage at approximately 8:30 p.m.

Opening the Thursday night show for Jason Aldean is country-pop trailblazer MacKenzie Porter. Known for captivating vocals and catchy lyrics, her star continues to skyrocket, most recently teaming up with Dustin Lynch for their massive duet “Thinking ‘Bout You” which claimed the No. 1 spot at U.S. country radio for six weeks. Making her mark with releases such as crossover smash “These Days” and earworm track “Pickup,” she continues to make genre history as the first Canadian female artist this century to have five No. 1 songs at country radio. A CMT Next Women of Country inductee, Porter crossed another milestone off her bucket list in late 2021 with her debut on the iconic Grand Ole Opry stage. A performer to her core, she has joined some of country’s biggest names on the road including Blake Shelton, Kenny Chesney, and Brad Paisley.

The Coors Light Birds Nest is located directly across from the main WM Phoenix Open tournament entrance at 82nd Street and Bell Road.  The entertainment venue opens at 3:30 p.m. and closes at 10:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. Headline acts will take the main stage each evening at approximately 8:30 p.m. The Coors Light Birds Nest is a 21-and-over venue. For more information about the Coors Light Birds Nest visit www.coorslightbirdsnest.com.

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ABOUT THE ARTISTS

 

ABOUT JASON ALDEAN
Multi-Platinum entertainer Jason Aldean has learned a thing or two about the music he has made over the past 17 years, but as far as he’s come, Aldean always looks back home to Macon, Georgia. Both where he is from and how far he has taken his signature sound is reflected throughout his 10th studio album MACON, GEORGIA, as the expansive release “kicks off his career’s next era” (Tennessean) with 20 new tunes and 10 unheard live tracks showcasing everything he does. Aldean has bolstered 27 No. One hits, 15 billion streams and has sold more than 20 million albums. Notably, seven of Aldean’s previous studio albums have been certified PLATINUM or more and he has the most Top 10 song on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart, more than any other artists, since making his chart debut in 2005. The recent CRS Humanitarian Award recipient created Wolf Moon Bourbon, an 80-proof bourbon that has been distilled from Midwestern grains and aged for four years offering a finish of caramel, oak and spice. The three-time ACM “Entertainer of the Year” is currently on his ROCK N’ ROLL COWBOY TOUR, with special guests Gabby Barrett, John Morgan and Dee Jay Silver. It was recently announced that Aldean will be joined by Tracy Lawrence, Travis Tritt and Chase Rice this fall for select dates. For more information visit www.jasonaldean.com.

 

ABOUT MACKENZIE PORTER
Canada-born, Nashville-based star MacKenzie Porter is rising to international acclaim with a distinct country-pop style. Building momentum with a six-week U.S. #1 in Dustin Lynch collaboration “Thinking ‘Bout You,” Porter made her own mark simultaneously, releasing brand-new songs “Coming Soon To A Bar Near You,” “Pickup,” “Unlonely Me” and “Heaven Heard Me.” Her “mesmerizing vocals and hook-driven songs” (Billboard) continue to spark headline-worthy accolades, debuting on the Grand Ole Opry in late 2021, earning three 2022 CCMA Awards nominations, and a 2021 JUNO nomination for her Joey Moi-produced Country Album of the Year contender, DRINKIN’ SONGS: THE COLLECTION. Making history, Porter is the first Canadian female artist this century to have five #1 songs at country radio. Porter also earned her first crossover Top 10 at Canadian pop radio – a first since 2003 for a Canadian country artist – with “These Days (Remix),” and joined CMT’s elite Next Women of Country class of 2021. The triple threat previously starred in cult-followed sci-fi television series Travelers now on Netflix, and has opened for Blake Shelton, Kenny Chesney, Walker Hayes, Jordan Davis, Brad Paisley, Rascal Flatts, as well as labelmates Dallas Smith and Chris Lane.

 

ABOUT THE CHAINSMOKERS
Grammy® Award-winning and Billboard Chart topping artist/producer duo, The Chainsmokers, have evolved into a dominating musical force with a diverse repertoire of songs that have led them to become one of music’s hottest recording artists.  Comprised of Alex Pall and Drew Taggart, their signature sound deftly reaches across indie, progressive, and pop realms and has seen them develop some of the biggest breakthrough songs over the course of the last few years. In 2016, the group catapulted to worldwide stardom with 3 Multi-Platinum certified hits – “Roses,” featuring Rozes, “Don’t Let Me Down” featuring Daya and “Closer,” featuring Halsey, which went on to become the longest running #1 single of 2016 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. In April of 2017, the group released their debut album via Disruptor/Columbia Records titled Memories…Do Not Open. The album, which has been certified Platinum, debuted at #1 in the U.S. on the Billboard 200 chart and produced Multi-Platinum certified smash hits “Paris” and “Something Just Like This” featuring Coldplay. In December 2018, The Chainsmokers released building album Sick Boy, which includes the Platinum certified single “This Feeling,” featuring Kelsea Ballerini and “Side Effects,” featuring longtime collaborator Emily Warren.

In December 2019, the duo released new music to comprise their latest building album, titled World War Joy, which includes the 2 Platinum certified singles “Who Do You Love” featuring 5 Seconds of Summer and “Call You Mine” featuring Bebe Rexha, and the 2 Gold certified songs “Takeaway” with ILLENIUM featuring Lennon Stella and “Hope” featuring Winona Oak. The duo was nominated for a 2019 MTV Video Music Award, multiple 2019 Teen Choice Awards and was honored with two wins at the 2019 Billboard Music Awards for Top Dance/Electronic Artist and Top Dance/Electronic Album for Sick Boy. The guys took their latest album on the road for the 2019 Fall headlining “WORLD WAR JOY” North American arena tour, while also maintaining their extended Wynn Nightlife Residency in Las Vegas. The brand-new live show featured some next-level production elements never done by The Chainsmokers, including a 60ft+ custom mega structure, levitating stages, and a 5,000 pound ‘Globe of Death.’

For the last few years, The Chainsmokers have been working on their next chapter of music for TCS4, kicking off with their first singles “High” in January and “iPad” in March 2022.

 

ABOUT GRYFFIN

With his debut single “Heading Home” featuring Josef Salvat, Gryffin introduced the world to his magnetic take on electronic music: infinitely melodic, immaculately composed, massive in emotion. In the three years since that track shot to #1 on Spotify’s US and Global Viral charts, the LA-based producer has pushed his artistry to a bold new level, transcending genre boundaries while drawing larger and larger crowds for his unforgettable multi-instrumental, live show. Now, with his debut album Gravity on the horizon, Gryffin plans to deliver his most fully realized work to date, a sonically adventurous body of work that instantly transports the audience into a universe of his own making.

Arriving in December 2018, the first part of the album, Gravity Pt. 1 includes hit singles like “Nobody Compares to You” feat. Katie Pearlman — a beautifully bittersweet future-bass track that’s amassed over 63 million plays on Spotify. With Pt. 1 also featuring hugely successful singles like “Tie Me Down” feat. Elley Duhé (a #2 hit on Spotify’s US Viral Chart) and “Remember” feat. Zohara (a track that topped Billboard’s Dance Club Songs chart and earned support from Tiesto), Gryffin looks to further broadens his eclectic sound on Gravity Pt. 2. “To me it feels like a bigger version of Pt. 1, with some very left-field indie and dance-music collaborations,” notes the musician otherwise known as Dan Griffith.

In the spirit of defying expectations, Gryffin has dramatically expanded the scale of his live show, dreaming up an elaborate set and light design that visually manifests the cosmic themes threaded throughout Gravity. A longtime guitarist and classically trained pianist, he’s now joined onstage by a drummer and guitarist/keyboardist, transforming the most precisely crafted tracks into arena-sized anthems with a thrillingly raw energy. As witnessed on The Gravity Tour — Gryffin’s biggest North American headlining run so far including a career-defining hometown, sold-out show at Bill Graham Civic Auditorium in San Francisco, with second shows added to several major cities in response to immediately-sold-out dates — the result is a highly immersive spectacle that’s theatrical yet undeniably intimate, thanks to the pure emotional impact of each song.

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The Chainsmokers to Make Return to Coors Light Birds Nest, Will Close Out the Popular Four-Night Concert Series with Special Guest Gryffin

August 16, 2022 by WM Phoenix Open Leave a Comment

EVENT RUNS FEB. 8 – 11, TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW AT COORSLIGHTBIRDSNEST.COM

The lineup for the 2023 Coors Light Birds Nest is starting to take shape as officials confirmed that GRAMMY Award-winning duo The Chainsmokers have committed to perform at the popular four-night concert series, which will take place Feb. 8-11 during WM Phoenix Open week.  The Chainsmokers will take to the stage on Saturday, Feb. 11, closing out the Coors Light Birds Nest with multi-platinum special guest Gryffin.

Tickets for this Saturday show are now on sale and can be purchased by visiting CoorsLightBirdsNest.com. The remaining Coors Light Birds Nest lineup will be announced as more artists are confirmed.

“The Chainsmokers put on an electric show at the Coors Light Birds Nest back in 2019, we are excited to have them back again for a second time,” said Pat Williams, Tournament Chairman for the 2023 WM Phoenix Open.  “This is just the first of four big name artists and performers we plan on hosting here this year, we can’t wait to unveil the rest of the lineup in the coming months.”

The Chainsmokers are recognized in the music industry as two of the best electronic dance musicians in the world, evolving into a dominating musical force with a diverse portfolio of songs that have helped them become one of music’s hottest recording artists.  In 2016, the group catapulted to worldwide fame with three multi-Platinum certified hits such as the GRAMMY-nominated song “Closer,” which went on to become the longest running No. 1 single of 2016 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.  The duo has won multiple awards, including the 2017 GRAMMY for Best Dance Recording (“Don’t Let Me Down”), two American Music Awards (2016, 2017), and 10 Billboard Music Awards.  The Chainsmokers recently released their fourth studio album “So Far So Good” which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Dance/Electronic Album Chart.

Since first breaking onto the global scene, Gryffin has cemented his status as one of the most crowd-thrilling and forward-thinking producers in the dance/electronic world. Along with delivering a steady stream of smash singles (including platinum-certified hits like “Tie Me Down” ft. Elley Duhé), making his full-length debut with Gravity (a 2019 release that quickly shot to #1 on Billboard’s Dance/Electronic Albums chart), and amassing over two-and-a-half billion streams on Spotify alone, the Los Angeles-based multi-instrumentalist has earned his name as an unforgettable live act, endlessly tapping into the sophisticated musicality he’s honed as a classically trained pianist and longtime guitarist. Gryffin is now returning with his hotly anticipated sophomore album Alive and a national headlining tour, including stops at such legendary venues as Red Rocks Amphitheatre (already sold out) and Los Angeles State Historic Park—an auspicious constellation of events sure to make 2022 his biggest year yet.

The Coors Light Birds Nest doors will open at 3:30 p.m. each day with its expanded outdoor patio area that will feature more live music, outdoor games, entertainment, and various food and beverage offerings.  The special guest opening act will take the main stage inside the 48,000 square foot tent at approximately 6:30 p.m. each night, with the headliners going on stage at approximately 8:30 p.m.

“The atmosphere at the Coors Light Birds Nest, both inside the main concert venue and outside in the expanded patio area, are catered to create the ultimate fan experience with a music festival atmosphere,” said 2023 Coors Light Birds Nest Chairman Billy Malkovich.  “The feedback we received from fans last year was incredible, stay tuned as we create more innovative ways to build upon our outdoor pavilion and enhance the experience for 2023.”

Coors Light Birds Nest general admission tickets will start at $75, while VIP tickets are available starting at $275 each and provide exclusive access to an enhanced VIP area where guests are treated to complimentary food and drinks and access to a premium viewing area for the shows.  Organizers encourage fans to buy their tickets early as ticket prices will increase as the event draws closer.

The Coors Light Birds Nest is located directly across from the main WM Phoenix Open tournament entrance at 82nd Street and Bell Road.  The entertainment venue opens at 3:30 p.m. and closes at 10:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. Headline acts will take the main stage each evening at approximately 8:30 p.m. The Coors Light Birds Nest is a 21-and-over venue. For more information about the Coors Light Birds Nest visit www.coorslightbirdsnest.com.

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The Thunderbirds Partner with Arizona Department of Transportation with Specialty License Plate for Thunderbirds Charities

June 9, 2022 by WM Phoenix Open Leave a Comment

PROCEEDS FROM SPECIALTY LICENSE PLATE WILL GO TOWARD THE THUNDERBIRDS SCHOLARS PROGRAM

The Thunderbirds, hosts of the WM Phoenix Open Presented by Taylor Morrison, announced today a partnership with the Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division to offer a new Thunderbirds Charities specialty license plate.  This specialty license plate is available now through the MVD for $25 per year, with $17 of each plate sold supporting The Thunderbirds Scholars program.

Founded in 2019, The Thunderbirds Scholars program provides a full-tuition scholarship awarded each year to two deserving high school seniors who will attend either Arizona State University, the University of Arizona, or Northern Arizona University in a four-year degree program. The Thunderbirds want to help deserving students succeed and create real opportunities for a positive future for Arizona youth.

“The Thunderbirds are extremely excited to have a specialty license plate that will highlight Thunderbirds Charities and what we do in the community,” said Michael Golding, Big Chief of The Thunderbirds and President of Thunderbirds Charities.  “This is just another great way people can get involved with Thunderbirds Charities and ultimately make a bigger impact for kids in Arizona.”

For those who already have a personalized license plate but want to upgrade to The Thunderbirds specialty plate, applications for the new plate design can be filled out at an MVD office, an authorized third-party office or online at www.azmvdnow.gov. Go to www.azmvdnow.com/plates and select The Thunderbirds plate to begin. The fees are charged each year upon registration renewal. To learn visit /thunderbirds-plate/.

The 2023 WM Phoenix Open will take place in early February at TPC Scottsdale. “The People’s Open” has been named the Tournament of the Year by the PGA TOUR four times since 2014 to acknowledge the tournament’s legendary status as one the most unique events in golf. The 2023 edition will mark the 88th playing of the event (one of the five oldest events on the PGA TOUR) and the 14th with WM as title sponsor.

The Thunderbirds were founded in 1937 with the mission of promoting the Valley of the Sun through sports. The Thunderbirds consist of 55 “active” members and more than 280 “life” members who have helped the tournament eclipse $165 million in charitable giving since its inception in 1932 (through the 2021 tournament).  For more information on The Thunderbirds, visit thunderbirdscharities.org.

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Special Olympics Arizona and The Thunderbirds Celebrate Grand Opening of New State Office and Distribution Center in Goodyear

March 23, 2022 by WM Phoenix Open Leave a Comment

The Thunderbirds – hosts of the WM Phoenix Open – have been long-time supporters of Special Olympics Arizona (SOAZ) and were on site this week to celebrate the official grand opening of SOAZ’s new state office and distribution center in Goodyear. The project was made possible thanks to The Thunderbirds who awarded SOAZ a $1 million donation for the project, the largest single gift handed out by Thunderbirds Charities since its inception in 1937.

Additionally, Arizona Governor Doug Ducey was on hand to announce a $1 million grant from the State of Arizona which will be gifted to SOAZ to continue to develop its inclusive health and wellness programs which are crucial for the more than 21,000 SOAZ athletes in Arizona.

Specifically, that $1 million can help in the following ways:

  • Ensure vital health screening for an additional 1,000 athletes throughout Arizona
  • Provide health education to another 1,500 students
  • Provide hands-on provider training and experience opportunities for 300 healthcare students and professionals
  • Expand critical mental health provider access, screenings and education for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)

The office and distribution center will provide statewide support for programs and events that are not just for Special Olympic athletes and personnel, but also for the community and sporting events that focus on inclusion.  It will provide a center for distribution services, uniform production, equipment, and an efficient facility for youth and inclusive sports in the state of Arizona.

The Arizona Department of Corrections is a partner with Special Olympics Arizona and has created an inmate work crew to benefit SOAZ.  The building is being sustained by inmate labor conducting equipment inventory, repair and management, while also providing job skills training for inmates to stop recidivism into the prison system.

Congrats to Special Olympics Arizona and special thanks to Governor Ducey!

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