John Carroll Kirby live in Arcosanti

Experience John Carroll Kirby live on October 10th

John Carroll Kirby will perform at the Form Arcosanti Festival on October 10, 2026, held at Arcosanti, Arizona. Kirby is a Los Angeles-based musician known for his eclectic and genre-bending approach to composition. His work frequently blends elements of jazz, ambient, new age, and film scoring, often utilizing vintage synthesizers and a distinctly warm, lo-fi aesthetic. He has released albums on labels such as Stones Throw Records and Leaving Records, and has collaborated with artists including Madlib and Toro y Moi. His music is characterized by its textural richness and improvisational feel, often evoking a sense of nostalgia or dreamlike atmosphere.

Form Arcosanti is an annual experimental music and arts festival taking place within Paolo Soleri’s architectural project, Arcosanti – a prototype arcology intended to demonstrate radical design principles for sustainable living. The festival began in 2014 and focuses on showcasing forward-thinking artists across various disciplines including electronic music, visual art, and performance. Its location within the unique environment of Arcosanti is central to the festival's identity; the architecture itself is considered an integral part of the experience.