This talented rocker with fiery vocals and searing songwriting skills has entered an exciting new chapter marked by a newfound creative freedom and maturity. In the wake of American Idol, Cook endured an emotional rollercoaster marked by career highs mixed with the devastating personal tragedy of losing his beloved brother Adam to brain cancer. He is currently working on his 11th album, the follow-up to his wildly popular “This Loud Morning� release. Tickets are $32.50 - $37.50 and are available online. 480-478-6000 www.mimmusictheater.themim.org/david-cook
January 16 Anthem Young Professionals to Hold Inaugural Meeting Area professionals between the ages of 21 and 39 are invited to attend the first Anthem Young Professionals Group meeting to be held Jan. 16 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Ocho Locos, 3655 W. Anthem Way in the Safeway shopping center. The group will hold events on the third Thursday of each month to socialize, network and get involved in the community and with local charities. www.anthemyoungprofessionals.com
January 20 Josh Ritter at the MIM Recognized for honest lyrics that sing like a dream and a distinctive Americana style, singer-songwriter and guitarist Josh Ritter transports listeners into his musical world and tells a story with every song. Ritter will share his musical talent at the Musical Instrument Museum Jan. 20 at 7 p.m. Often performing and recording with the Royal City Band, Ritter has a loyal fan base who love his folk-leaning, Bob Dylan- and Leonard
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