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Compton Terrace

Coordinates: 33°26′49″N 111°57′27″W / 33.447012°N 111.957577°W / 33.447012; -111.957577
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Compton Terrace was a name given to two former outdoor amphitheaters for concerts, located in the Phoenix metropolitan area of Arizona. It was named in honor of local radio personality and music promoter, William Edward "Bill" Compton.

History

The first Compton Terrace was located on the grounds of Legend City in Phoenix, from 1979 until its closing and demolition in 1983. It was owned by Jess Nicks, the father of musician and singer Stevie Nicks.

A new and second Compton Terrace amphitheater opened in Chandler in 1985, located next to the Firebird International Raceway. The venue's capacity was approximately 20,000.[1] In 2010 it was also closed and demolished.

Past performers

Notable past performers include U2, Metallica, Def Leppard, Morrissey, Eurythmics, Fleetwood Mac, Aerosmith, AC/DC, Phil Collins, Grateful Dead, Guns N' Roses, Queen, Iron Maiden, Pat Benatar, Scorpions, Molly Hatchet, Van Halen, Phish, Jane's Addiction, Living Colour, Nine Inch Nails, Depeche Mode, The Cure, The Power Station, OMD, Rage Against the Machine [2] and Bon Jovi.[3][4]

References

  1. ^ Ellefson, David (1997). Making Music Your Business: A Guide for Young Musicians - David Ellefson - Google Books. ISBN 9780879304607. Retrieved 2014-06-01.
  2. ^ http://phish.net/setlists/phish-october-11-1995-compton-terrace-amphitheater-chandler-az-usa.html
  3. ^ "Compton Terrace, Chandler, AZ, USA Concert Setlists". setlist.fm. Retrieved 2013-09-04.
  4. ^ https://calendar.songfacts.com/july/18/16511

33°26′49″N 111°57′27″W / 33.447012°N 111.957577°W / 33.447012; -111.957577