26 July 11th-July 17th, 2024 phoenixnewtimes.com PHOENIX NEW TIMES | NEWS | FEATURE | FOOD & DRINK | ARTS & CULTURE | MUSIC | CONCERTS | CANNABIS | Questions? Feedback? Email me at [email protected] • Follow me on RATING (out of 5 McFly’s) ALMOST AS MAJESTIC AS TELLURIDE, CO: 2024 KIA TELLURIDE SX-PRESTIGE X-PRO V6 2024 KIA TELLURIDE SX-PRESTIGE X-PRO V6 T he full name is long but he full name is long but don’t let that throw you don’t let that throw you off. If you’ve ever been off. If you’ve ever been to Telluride, CO, you know to Telluride, CO, you know how incredible and majestic how incredible and majestic the town is. The size of the the town is. The size of the mountains, the quantnice mountains, the quantnice of the town and the beauty of the town and the beauty that surrounds you at every that surrounds you at every turn. There is something turn. There is something for everyone in Telluride and for everyone in Telluride and the 2024 Kia Telluride is no the 2024 Kia Telluride is no different. There is something different. There is something for every driver and everyone for every driver and everyone in the family. in the family. Let’s start with interior Let’s start with interior space. There is a third row space. There is a third row of seats can fit 3 adults, of seats can fit 3 adults, the second row captains the second row captains chairs are spacious and chairs are spacious and comfortable. The kids will comfortable. The kids will love it and your adult friends love it and your adult friends can almost throw a party there can almost throw a party there is so much space. Cargo in is so much space. Cargo in the rear is not ideal but you the rear is not ideal but you can fold down the seats to can fold down the seats to make magic. The stylings of make magic. The stylings of the cabin are slightly above the cabin are slightly above average, nothing crazy but average, nothing crazy but very comfortable and full of very comfortable and full of technology. Customizable technology. Customizable ambient lighting, heated and ambient lighting, heated and ventilated front and second ventilated front and second row seats, surround-view row seats, surround-view cameras and all the safety cameras and all the safety driving features. driving features. The 3.8L gas direct The 3.8L gas direct injection V6 engine delivers injection V6 engine delivers 291 horsepower and 262 lb- 291 horsepower and 262 lb- ft of torque which provides ft of torque which provides for an enjoyable drive and for an enjoyable drive and a little pep. The 18/24 MPG a little pep. The 18/24 MPG is respectable for a vehicle is respectable for a vehicle of this size but I’d love to of this size but I’d love to see Kia pick this up in future see Kia pick this up in future models. Priced at $55,540, models. Priced at $55,540, the value of the 2024 the value of the 2024 Telluride is out of this world! Telluride is out of this world! Almost like Almost like Comfort: Value: Fuel Economy: Looks: The Drive: Safety & Security: Overall: Sound System: Bells & Whistles: Support Phoenix New Times’ continued coverage Chandler Center for the Arts free summer concert series lineup Here’s a complete rundown of all the artists and bands performing during Chandler Center for the Arts’ summer concert series. Each show will begin at 7:30 p.m. Lisa ‘Thee Oracle’ Hightower July 26 Arizona singer, songwriter and music producer Lisa “Thee Oracle” Hightower contains multitudes. Her dynamic perfor- mances blend jazz, blues, R&B and soul, all deeply influenced by her gospel roots. Hightower’s versatile repertoire and powerful voice have made her a favorite at various venues, including the Musical Instrument Museum and The Nash. Traveler Aug. 2 World music trio Traveler serves up memorable sonic adventures. Utilizing global rhythms and instruments from throughout the world, the group craft unique and mesmerizing soundscapes. Their intricate melodies and powerful rhythms whisky you away on a journey across continents, from the deserts of the Middle East to the gypsy camps of Eastern Europe. Scotty and Sabrina Aug. 9 The Lake Havasu City-based country music duo Scott and Sabrina Perry deliver heartfelt, down-home music that resonates with audiences. The couple’s songs, including tunes like “Tennessee Whiskey” and “Girl Crush,” are a little bit country and a little bit rock ’n’ roll, meshing classic country roots and soulful harmonies with contemporary riffs and raw energy. Jaleo Band Aug. 16 You can’t help but move whenever the long- running Arizona band Jaleo musicians begin performing their colorful and electri- fying blend of salsa, cumbia, merengue, bachata, bolero, cha cha and Latin jazz. Consisting of a rotating lineup of highly polished, skilled and versatile group of local professional musicians who always put on an unforgettable show. The Sugar Thieves Aug. 23 The Sugar Thieves are considered to be one of the Valley’s best roots/blues acts. Serving up “meat shakin’” sounds that showcase the singing talents of singer/songwriter/ guitarist Mikel Lander, who boasts a Tom Waits-meets-Nick Cave growl, and vocalist Meredith Moore, who boasts an astounding vocal range that’s always pitch-perfect. Over the last decade, they’ve won the Arizona Blues Challenge on multiple occasions, gigged at venues across the Valley and put out several albums of intoxicating tunes. Top: Lisa “Thee Oracle” Hightower is scheduled to perform at Chandler Center for the Arts on July 26. Bottom: Mikel Lander, Meridith Moore and the rest of The Sugar Thieves will perform as part of the free summer concert series at the center. 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