Things to do in Palm Springs CA include these five regional concerts<\/p>\n From a local metal showcase to a concert headlined by ’90s band Collective Soul, these are the five shows to check out in the desert this week.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/media-video><\/div>\n In the mood for some live entertainment this weekend? Here are The Desert Sun’s picks for the can’t-miss live performances in the Coachella Valley and surrounding communities Jan. 29-31.<\/p>\n More events: <\/strong>14 things to do in the Coachella Valley this week, Jan. 26-Feb. 1<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n Rock: <\/strong>The \u201890s alternative band Collective Soul is enjoying a nostalgia-driven resurgence. After recording the album \u201cHere to Eternity\u201d in 2024 at Elvis Presley\u2019s Honeymoon Hideaway house in Palm Springs<\/a> and releasing the documentary \u201dGive Me a Word: The Collective Soul Story \u201c in 2025, the band is continuing to tour this year and will perform on Friday at Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa.<\/p>\n Collective Soul had seven songs reach No. 1 on Billboard\u2019s Mainstream Rock chart. \u201cShine,\u201d the band\u2019s first hit in 1994, became a staple of \u201890s alternative rock radio, selling over two million copies.<\/p>\n If you go: <\/strong>8 p.m. Friday, Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa, 32-250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. Tickets $39.95 to $79.95. aguacalientecasinos.com<\/a><\/p>\n Punk: <\/strong>The legendary punk band Black Flag is getting attention due to another lineup change. Greg Ginn, the only remaining original member, hired new members Max Zanelly, David Rodriguez and Bryce Weston in 2025 and announced new material is coming in the future. Reviews by those who have seen recent live shows have been positive, but fans of the band\u2019s legacy are skeptical.<\/p>\n See for yourself on Thursday when Black Flag performs at Pappy and Harriet\u2019s.<\/p>\n If you go: <\/strong>9 p.m. Thursday, Pappy and Harriet\u2019s, 53-688 Pioneertown Road, Pioneertown. Tickets $54.14. pappyandharriets.com<\/a><\/p>\n Yacht Rock: <\/strong>If you like your rock smooth with vibes of cruising the ocean on a sunny day, the yacht rock tribute band Yachtley Crew has you covered. This Los Angeles band began when drummer Sailor Hawkins had an idea to put a band together, complete with nautical stage attire, that played covers of ’70s and ’80s love songs following the resurgence of yacht rock around 2016.<\/p>\n But the band also has original material in addition to covering songs by Boz Scaggs, Toto, Steely Dan, and more. See for yourself on Friday when Yachtley Crew performs at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino.<\/p>\n If you go: <\/strong>8 p.m. Friday, Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, 84-245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio. Tickets $42 to $83. fantasyspringsresort.com<\/a><\/p>\n Country: <\/strong>Texas singer-songwriter Hayes Carll has blended his songs of humor and depth with Texas country and Americana. This style can be heard on his notable tunes \u201cShe Left Me for Jesus,\u201d \u201cNice Things,\u201d \u201cBeaumont\u201d and others. Carll\u2019s songs have been covered by artists such as Kenny Chesney, Brothers Osborne and more.<\/p>\n Carll will perform on Saturday at Mojave Gold.<\/p>\n If you go: <\/strong>8 p.m. Saturday, Mojave Gold, 56-193 Twentynine Palms Highway, Yucca Valley. Tickets $28.96 in advance, $34.22 day of show. mojavegolddesert.com<\/a><\/p>\n
\nThe Desert Sun’s weekly Hot Picks column shares can’t-miss live performances.<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n
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Collective Soul at Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa<\/h2>\n
BEST BETS<\/h2>\n
Black Flag at Pappy and Harriet\u2019s<\/h2>\n
Yachtley Crew at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino<\/h2>\n
Hayes Carll at Mojave Gold<\/h2>\n
Mourning High and Instigator at The Dune Room<\/h2>\n