Compton Terrace

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.  The venue's capacity was approximately 20,000. 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. 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
 and Bon Jovi.

References

Category:Amphitheaters in the United States
Category:Music venues in Arizona
Category:Buildings and structures in Phoenix, Arizona
Category:Demolished buildings and structures in Arizona
Category:Demolished music venues in the United States
Category:Buildings and structures demolished in 2010
Category:Buildings and structures completed in 1979
Category:1979 establishments in Arizona
Category:Buildings and structures in Chandler, Arizona
Category:History of Phoenix, Arizona