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We Ate It: Denny's Nerd-Bait "The Hobbit" Menu

As we reported earlier, the Hobbit menu landed nationwide earlier this week. Given that the movie comes out in a month and that there's going to be plethora of midnight showings, it seemed prudent to check to see if Denny's was really serving up something that fulfill your late-night eating post-The ... More >>

TK Newman, What Are You Listening To?

TK Newman Newman is the co-founder of upscale wedding dress reseller Hustle Your Bustle. For more info, go here. When you put your key in the ignition and turn on the radio, what station would play right now? Either 100.7-FM or 102.5-FM -- I'm a country girl at heart. What's the first album you b ... More >>

Top Five Phoenix Music Stories of the Week

The news waits for no one -- at least that's what we read somewhere -- so it's perfectly understandable that you, the reader, might have missed out on a musical tidbit, breaking news about your favorite venue, or one of our rants. So enjoy this digest-style sampling of some of our biggest stories f ... More >>

Five Things to Eat and Drink This Weekend

Looking for something to put in your mouth this weekend? We've got you covered. Check out what's on our plate. See also: - Pie Social 2012: All the Sweet Details - Biltmore's Central Bistro Announces Grand Opening Date (It's This Sunday!) Human Rights Campaign's COOK Phoenix The Human Rights Camp ... More >>

Jane's Addiction, Veterans Memorial Coliseum at the Arizona State Fair, 10/24/12

Jane's Addiction @ Veteran's Memorial Coliseum|10/25/12I have a confession to make. I've never taken Jane's Addiction all that seriously. I think it's largely due to guitarist and modern-rock caricature Dave Navarro. His dedication to choosing mascara over shirts remains laughable. But you'd have ... More >>

Top Five Must-See Shows This Week

Yeah, yeah, yeah...we get it. Mondays suck (we've read Garfield). But it means the start of a new week, which means a bunch of killer shows in and around Phoenix. And here are a few of the coolest -- our top five must-see shows this week.

Top Five Must-See Shows This Weekend

Curious about what's going on around town this weekend? Need some suggestions where to rock, dance, or krump in the Valley of the Sun? Don't fret: These are our Five Shows to See This Weekend.

Top Five Shows to See This Weekend

Curious about what's going on around town this weekend? Need some suggestions where to rock, dance, or krump in the Valley of the Sun? Don't fret: These are our Five Shows to See This Weekend. Unable to get out of town and head to the massive Apache Lake Music Festival this weekend? Don't worry, t ... More >>

Just Announced Shows: Snoop Lion, David Bazan, Jimmy Vaughan, Nas, and More

You remember that infamous clip of Joaquin Phoenix on Letterman? The one where he announced to the world he was retiring from acting to pursue a career as a rap artist? Well, thank Baby Jesus, that turned out to be a hoax. But you know what isn't? Snoop Lion. "I want to bury Snoop Dogg, and become ... More >>

Alanis Morissette, John Legend, Japandroids, and More Just Announced Concerts

She might be person most to blame for the misuse of the word "ironic" in America, but who cares? We've always had a soft spot for Alanis Morissette. Jagged Little Pill was such an unforgettable album from the '90s, and its "pissed off at the world" attitude felt relatable at the time (and it still d ... More >>

Brian Kohatsu, What Are You Listening To?

Brian Kohatsu The comedian and media producer performs tonight at 3rd Place Neighborhood Grill at 7:30 p.m. His full schedule is here.  When you put your key in the ignition and turn on the radio, what station would play right now? Mix 96.9-FM or 96.3-FM Real Country. What's the fi ... More >>

Johnny Tapia, Tortured Professional Boxer Beloved To Many, Died This Weekend

It was October 1989 when we went to the Arizona State Fair for a boxing card that included our friend Michael Carbajal, then an up-and-comer straight from the Olympic Games in South Korea one year earlier. On the undercard was a 22-year-old from Albuquerque who weighed in at 115 pounds, about ten ... More >>

Laurie Notaro's Chicken Pot Pie, Pot-Infused Vodka and 8 More Favorite Recipes of 2011

​Boy, are we full. 2011 was a year of great new restaurants, delicious morsels -- and many new recipes to try. Here are a few of the favorites Chow Bella shared with you this last year.  10. Laurie Notaro's Chicken Pot Pie Not only was our favorite funny lady kind enough ... More >>

Fox News to Celebrate 15th Anniversary in Phoenix (Nobody Tell Joe Arpaio)

Live from Phoenix October 20.​Governor Jan Brewer's BFFF is coming to town...Next month, Greta Van Susteren -- Jan's number one gal pal -- will broadcast her show, On the Record With Greta Van Susteren live from Phoenix as part of the Fox News Channel's 15th anniversary tour.It could have been wor ... More >>

Of Montreal, Love Me Nots, Bret Michaels, King of Tranny, and My Friend Jason's Beach House Rave Over the Weekend

​My Friend Jason's Beach House at Madison Event Center It was Friday the 13th this past weekend, which means it was the perfect time for the annual Jason Vorhees-themed dance party put on by local rave promoter Clix Bag of Trix. This year's edition had a bit of a beach party twist as hockey ma ... More >>

Pavle Milic, What Are You Listening To?

Pavle Milic​Pavle Milic You can find the co-owner of restaurant FnB at the Old Town Farmers' Market in Scottsdale every Saturday from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. When you put your key in the ignition and turn on the radio, what station would play right now? If my wife drove, it's highly likely that NPR will ... More >>

Macy Gray, Third Eye Blind, Joe Sib, 2 Tone Lizard Kings, and Other Weekend Events

Macy Gray is scheduled to perform at CityScape on Friday.Macy Gray and Phoenix Mayor Phil Gordon hanging out at the same party?Such will be the case this weekend as the R&B star is scheduled to stage a free concert tomorrow night during this weekend's grand opening celebration of CityScape in do ... More >>

Gorillaz at Comerica Theatre Last Night

Luke Holwerda​ Gorillaz Comerica Theatre 10/26/2010 Twelve years ago Damon Albarn and Jamie Hewlett decided to create a cartoon band. The concept was to separate celebrity from pop music. This was the perfect vehicle for someone like Albarn, who is probably best known as the front man for B ... More >>

Bret Michaels at Arizona State Fair Last Night

Tom Bryant - www.avnewstodayonline.comBret MichaelsVeterans Memorial Coliseum at the Arizona State FairSaturday, October 23, 2010​Last night's Bret Michaels concert came with a fair amount of trepidation. What were fans to expect? Was Michaels going to play a show full his newer, solo material wit ... More >>

Incoming: E-40, Bryan Adams, Montgomery Gentry, Rascal Flatts, Clay Walker

Rascal Flatts Hersey's Chocolate = America.​It's no secret that musicians often jump in bed with a brand name to help bump up their paychecks. Hell, I've seen country music top hat-aficionados Big & Rich in concert -- a concert in which they thanked Chevrolet multiple times for being a spons ... More >>

Deep Fried Everything: Finding the Craziest Fair Food

Heather Hoch The epicenter of fair eats has a delighful view of the ferris wheel.​The Arizona State Fair always seems to attract some rather eccentric food vendors. There are a few running themes in fair fare this year, though. First, if you can batter something like a corn dog, it can be d ... More >>

Twilight's Dr. Cullen Charms Fans at AZ State Fair

Yes, Twerds, Twerps, Twilighters (or whatever moniker Twilight fans are going by these days), Dr. Carlisle Cullen paid a visit to the Arizona State Fair this past Sunday. Or rather, actor Peter Facinelli, who plays the leader of the Cullen clan in the movie series based on the popular YA novels. ... More >>

Brewer Gives $1.7 Million in Stimulus Money to Fix Coliseum Roof so State Fair Events Can Go On

Arizona Veterans Memorial Coliseum​Governor Jan Brewer announced that she's releasing money from the state's Fiscal Stabilization Government Services Fund to finish repairs on the saddle-shaped roof of the Veterans Memorial Coliseum.Brewer says in a press release that she's pledged $1.7 mill ... More >>

Green Day Brings Classic Rock Feel To U.S. Airways Show

Luke HolwerdaGreen Day's Billy Joe Armstrong on stage at U.S. Airways Center in Phoenix.​Depending on who you ask, there's something either: a) vaguelyorb) obviously and irredeemably pathetic about a 37-year-old man in skinny black jeans. So, yes, Green Day singer Billy Joe Armstrong immediatly ... More >>

Bob Dylan, American Idols, and Throwback Acts Dominate 2009 State Fair Concert Line-up

​ If you were one of the jilted music fans who got burned when Bob Dylan wimped out of his scheduled outdoor performance a couple weeks back, the folk rock legend has a way to make it up to you: He's putting on a free show...sorta. Dylan is set to perform at the Veterans Memorial Coliseum during ... More >>

Concert Schedule for This Weekend: LL Cool J, Phunk Junkeez, The Faint, Greeley Estates, and more

For Coolio, Naughty by Nature, and Tone Loc, the View Looked Better From the Top

For Coolio, Naughty by Nature, and Tone Loc, the View Looked Better From the Top

Concert Schedule for This Weekend: Fear Before, High Places, The Bakerton Group, and Jonas Brothers

Point/Counterpoint: Beck and MGMT at Dodge Theatre on Monday, September 22

Future Shock: Blackest of the Black Tour, Weezer, Kid Rock, and more

Al's Fair

The gospel accordion to Yankovic

The Write Stuff

Everybody still loves Raymond

Butter Tart

Sculptor plays with food

Spawn Shop

McFarlane's got toys for tots and tools

Here Comes the Wayne Again

Whose Line cutup combines wit, rhythm and rhyme

Sturdy Branch

Sedona's contribution to teen pop has emerged as the anti-Britney

Flashes

From the week of November 2, 2000

Flashes

09-07-2000

Letters 05-25-2000

Night & Day

October 22 - 28, 1998

Night & Day

April 23 - 29, 1998

Child Con Carny

Abominable showmen bring new life to jarring midway attraction

Kid Pics for the week

Ballots Over Broadway

Pic Hits for the week

Pic Hits for the week

Wax On

Pic Hits for the week

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