SOUNDCHECK
SOUNDCHECK at Phoenix Art Museum is a live music series. Every third Thursday from 6-7 pm, we're bringing popular local acts to the Museum for raw, unmissable performances.
Tickets are included with all-day access to Phoenix Art Museum —arrive early and explore the galleries before the show. Pre-purchase a $10 drink ticket and save up to $5 compared to the standard on-site bar pricing. Valid for one spirit or glass of wine. Must be 21+ with a valid ID. Performances are FREE for PhxArt Members—be sure to reserve your ticket to guarantee your spot.
April 16th
Pariah Pete
Presented in partnership with VIVA PHX, enjoy a blend of musical genres by Pariah Pete.
ABOUT PARIAH PETE
Pariah Pete, also known as "Pariah Like Mariah with a P," is a unique artist known for blending Hip-Hop, Indie, and Jazz/Soul, while cultivating a strong sense of community through his music. Defining his style as “desert jazz rap,” his mission is simple: to build connections—whether through his onstage rapport or personally delivering tickets across Phoenix. His vulnerable lyrics and the melodic sounds of his backing band, The Mercuries, create a perfect harmony. Drawing inspiration from both classic and contemporary artists like Kendrick Lamar, Erykah Badu, and Gil Scott-Heron, Pete’s music is shaped by a wide range of influences.
As a Phoenix-based artist, he began writing music at just 9 years old. Raised by a single Polish immigrant, one of his earliest musical memories is of 50 Cent's "In Da Club," which contrasted with the jazz his mother often played at home—an influence that would shape his own sound. Currently, Pete is focused on releasing music and performing alongside his band, refining his unique position in the musical landscape, and building his community both online and offline.
About VIVA PHX
Downtown Phoenix comes together for VIVA PHX 2026, April 15-20. Six days of mostly FREE concerts, art, talks, culinary experiences, and community.
Whether you’re local or visiting from beyond, this is your invitation to connect with everything that makes Arizona special. Culture happens when we're together.
SOUNDCHECK is made possible through the generosity of Presenting Sponsor Men’s Arts Council, with additional support from Desert Financial Credit Union and the Angela and Leonard Singer Endowment for the Performing Arts.