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May 2, 2012
New Documentary Bigger Than Sound Tracks the Career of Local Promoter Charlie Levy
As a recent graduate from Arizona State University, I can attest to the student showcases the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication regularly hosts. The second floor of the school's downtown building houses the First Amendment Forum, where CNN constantly airs. The public space ... More >>
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April 11, 2012
Our 12 Favorite NSFW Videos (NSFW. DUH.)
See also: Miniature Tigers Get Sexy @ Crescent Ballroom We've documented the fact that Miniature Tigers' new album, Mia Pharaoh has no shortage of totally sexy songs. The group's latest video, "Sex on the Regular" furthers the vibe, featuring a fox lady with a singing vagina. You know, because no ... More >>
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March 30, 2012
White Rabbits, Gull, and Other Successful Animal Rock Bands
Indie rockers White Rabbits are coming up fast and now they're on their way to potentially making it big. They recently appeared on the Late Show With David Letterman, and they released a fantastic music video for their single "Heavy Metal" in support of their album Milk Famous, which also just came ... More >>
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March 22, 2012
Boys & Frogs Break Up; Michael Alexander Starts New Band
After three years, a music feature, and a bunch of gorgeous music videos, Boys & Frogs has decided to call it quits. But it's not so much an ending as beginning, according to songwriter Michael Alexander. "I just think it was time for me, personally, to move on. I've been trying to avoid calling it ... More >>
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March 14, 2012
Getting Punched in the Boob Sucks: A Note on Girl Fights at Phoenix Shows
Ladies, we need to talk. You need to stop getting into fights at shows. I know lots of dudes like watching girl fights, but I'm going to speak on behalf of the gals: Getting punched in the boob sucks. Unlike guys, we fight dirty. We kick, punch, slap, and scratch where it hurts. Aside from some d ... More >>
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March 9, 2012
Miniature Tigers, Pretty & Nice, Geographer, The Chain Gang of 1974 at Crescent Ballroom, 3/8/12
Miniature Tigers Crescent Ballroom Thursday, March 8 See the full Miniature Tigers slideshow here. I'm gonna go ahead and start with the general takeaway feeling from Thursday night's lineup of four, under-the radar(ish) bands playing before an audience of Phoenix's finest (and drunkest) indie ... More >>
Music
March 8, 2012
Miniature Tigers Paint a Sensual Scene with Mia Pharaoh
Miniature Tigers Crescent Ballroom Thursday, March 8 See the full Miniature Tigers slideshow here. I'm gonna go ahead and start with the general takeaway feeling from Thursday night's lineup of four, under-the radar(ish) bands playing before an audience of Phoenix's finest (and drunkest) indie ... More >>
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March 8, 2012
Miniature Tigers, Andrew W.K., Drive-By Truckers, and More in This Week's Issue
This week in Phoenix New Times (on stands and online now): Melissa Fossum catches up with Miniature Tigers, a band that's lineup spans the distance from the OC to NYC. The band's got a sexy new album, Mia Pharaoh, and returns to Phoenix tonight. Dan Gibson brings us a look at Andrew WK's seminal ... More >>
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March 8, 2012
Miniature Tigers' Charlie Brand: "We Wanted To Have This Warm, Beautiful Feeling To The Album"
If Miniature Tigers was ever to have an official "day" in Phoenix, it would be today. The band is playing two shows, one at Crescent Ballroom as part of the Modern Art Records Tour celebrating the release of Mia Pharaoh, and a free in-store performance at Stinkweeds at 5 p.m. There's also a rather l ... More >>
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March 7, 2012
Modern Art Records' Ben Collins on Why Bands Skip Phoenix on Tour
In this week's issue (on stands tomorrow and online later today) I spoke to Miniature Tigers frontman Charlie Brand about the new album, Mia Pharaoh. Call 'em a "Brooklyn band" if you must, but they're showing Phoenix plenty of love: There's that downtown mural, and they're performing twice tomorrow ... More >>
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March 6, 2012
Miniature Tigers Performing at Stinkweeds This Thursday
Miniature Tigers' brand new record, Dieyan Keytan, err, Mia Pharaoh, hits stores today, and in conjunction with the band's complete takeover of Phoenix this week (see our sister blog Jackalope Ranch's post about Joe Pagac's advert-mural on Roosevelt Row, the band is performing a special acoustic gig ... More >>
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February 17, 2012
Happy Birthday Arizona: 100 Songs that Define Arizona, Pt. 4
Editor's Note: An abridged version of this article appears in this week's issue, featuring 100 Songs that Defined Arizona. In celebration of Arizona's centennial, we've rounded up sound clips for (almost) everything featured in our list. Thanks to everyone who submitted song suggestions, all of our ... More >>
Music
February 9, 2012
100 Years of Music That Defined Arizona
Editor's Note: An abridged version of this article appears in this week's issue, featuring 100 Songs that Defined Arizona. In celebration of Arizona's centennial, we've rounded up sound clips for (almost) everything featured in our list. Thanks to everyone who submitted song suggestions, all of our ... More >>
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January 17, 2012
Miniature Tigers' Brandon Lee on New Album, Brooklyn, and Man-Bags
It's been two years since Brandon Lee, longtime bassist for Phoenix-bred trip-hop/alternative band Chronic Future and founding member of indie record label Modern Art Records, moved to Brooklyn, New York. Since then, big things have indeed been happening for B-Lee in BK (along with the rest of ... More >>
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December 7, 2011
Tennis and Miniature Tigers at Crescent Ballroom, 12/6/11
Melissa FossumLet's just put it out there: The first time I heard indie boy-girl buzz band Tennis, I absolutely hated them. For starters, I generally hate chick singers who don't have anything spectacular to offer (though a few of my all-time faves are Victoria Legrand of Beach House and Nek ... More >>
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November 7, 2011
Fall Harvest: 8 Freshly Released Local Songs
LadylikeIn Arizona, we don't really get seasons. Phoenix weather is a wide swing between Satan's sweltering nether-regions and a slight chill. The only real way to indicate the passing of the seasons is with local music, wherein Phoenix's best release a cornucopia (sorry) of music come autumn (or ... More >>
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October 26, 2011
Incoming: O.A.R., The Maine, Alice Cooper's Christmas Pudding
O.A.R. (Of A Revolution) is one of my favorite bands of all time, and I couldn't be more excited that they're coming back to town.Catching the band at the Marquee will be an entirely different beast than getting sloppy at the Birds Nest at the Phoenix Open, where the band has played during the pa ... More >>
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October 3, 2011
Tumblr of the Week: Miniature Tigers
Arizona natives Miniature Tigers have been pretty busy in the last year. They performed with The Roots in the Red Bull Sound Clash, they've been working on their album Mia Pharaoh, they released a new single entitled "Boomerang," and most recently, they have just finished up their fall tour.This ... More >>
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July 20, 2011
Dear and the Headlights Officially Break Up
Dear and the Headlights, a band we once deemed "the most important band in Arizona," officially announced its breakup yesterday, via the band's MySpace and Facebook. "As I'm sure many of you have possibly assumed at this point since there has been absolutely no update as to what we are doing, De ... More >>
Music
March 10, 2011
A Look at the Four Arizona Acts to be Showcased at South by Southwest
Dear and the Headlights, a band we once deemed "the most important band in Arizona," officially announced its breakup yesterday, via the band's MySpace and Facebook. "As I'm sure many of you have possibly assumed at this point since there has been absolutely no update as to what we are doing, De ... More >>
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February 14, 2011
Valentine's Day Songs That Tell it Like it is
Not everyone is either totally head-over-heels in love or bitter and lonely on Valentine's Day.Some people are a little more realistic -- a little more down to earth -- about things.What about the rest of us? Whether you recently got dumped, have a crush, or just wanna get laid, there's a song out t ... More >>
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January 18, 2011
Kinch, Marianne Dissard, Gospel Claws and Mega Ran are the Only Arizona Artists Confirmed for SxSW So Far
As of right now, Arizona only has four acts confirmed for showcases at the king-making SXSW music conference and festival. That number could go up -- organizers say they're still adding acts and will up until mid-March, when the amps click on in Austin -- but so far Marianne Dissard of Tucson, Go ... More >>
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November 22, 2010
Usher, Miniature Tigers, The Roots, and Faeries Over the Weekend
The Roots and Miniature Tigers at American Junkie Last Night Okay, let's go ahead and get this out of the way first: In terms of who would win in a true, neutral-turf battle of the bands between The Roots and the Miniature Tigers, there is really little doubt that it would be The Roots...full ... More >>
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November 22, 2010
Nov. 22 In Blogs: A Bunch of Crock, Miniature Tigers, Poutine, and DMX
In the 24-hour news cycle, it can be difficult to keep up. We have the solution. Check back on Valley Fever every evening for highlights from each of New Times' blogs. Today's entries:
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November 21, 2010
The Roots and Miniature Tigers at American Junkie Last Night
Shawn AndersonBlack Thought of The Roots The Roots & Miniature Tigers American Junkie November 20, 2010 Okay, let's go ahead and get this out of the way first: In terms of who would win in a true, neutral-turf battle of the bands between The Roots and the Miniature Tigers, there is really l ... More >>
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November 20, 2010
The Roots Drummer Questlove Talks Soundclash and the Miniature Tigers
Questlove In terms of pitting two bands to face off against each other in a battle of the bands it seems like a pretty uneven match up between the well established funk hip-hop group The Roots and Brooklyn's Miniature Tigers.Of course, both groups have their advantages and disadvantages. Miniat ... More >>
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November 18, 2010
The Roots, Miniature Tigers, Johnny Rawls, Djentrification, and Other Weekend Events
The Roots are scheduled to perform at American Junkie in Scottsdale on Saturday during the Red Bull Soundclash.Who'd win in a fight between local legends Miniature Tigers and the hip-hop icons of The Roots? Although its feels like we're making a Sophie's Choice between our two favorite children ... More >>
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October 28, 2010
Miniature Tigers Finally Face The Roots in Red Bull-Sponsored Rock Battle
In a case of "why?" and "how did this even come about?," (editors note: to sell energy drinks) once Phoenix-based indie rockers Miniature Tigers will face Philadelphia legends The Roots in a turn-based, Red Bull-sponsored rock battle November 20 in Scottsdale.The whole thing is going down at Amer ... More >>
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October 28, 2010
Oct. 28 In Blogs: Tom Horne, Halloween Origins, Nile Theater, Cactus, and Russell Pearce
In the 24-hour news cycle, it can be difficult to keep up. We have the solution. Check back on Valley Fever every evening for highlights from each of New Times' blogs. Today's entries:
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October 13, 2010
Miniature Tigers Do Daytrotter
Brooklyn-livin' Phoenix-leavin' indie-pop band Miniature Tigers have done a second Daytrotter session.The Chicago-based Quad Cities-based taste-making website writes: "Miniature Tigers are one of the best examples America has of a young band working a something new, something old and something bo ... More >>
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September 20, 2010
Miniature Tigers' "The Wolf" Hits Theaters in 'Easy A'
Joseph FudaMiniature TigersEven if you are not a teenage girl or have no desire to see a movie that is basically a 2010 version of Mean Girls, you might want to check out the new teen comedy Easy A if only to support a formerly local band that is featured in the movie. Indie rock band Miniature ... More >>
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August 29, 2010
Artists for Action Voter Registration Concert and Rally at Marquee Theatre Last Night
Artists For Action featuring Calexico w/ Miniature Tigers, Sergio Mendoza Y La Orkesta, Big Son featuring Sam Means of The Format and Jeff and Chris of Reubens Accomplice, Sand Rubies, Salvador Duran, Kinch, and more...August 27, 2010Marquee Theatre About 1,500 people showed up at the Marquee T ... More >>
Music
August 26, 2010
Artists for Action
Artists For Action featuring Calexico w/ Miniature Tigers, Sergio Mendoza Y La Orkesta, Big Son featuring Sam Means of The Format and Jeff and Chris of Reubens Accomplice, Sand Rubies, Salvador Duran, Kinch, and more...August 27, 2010Marquee Theatre About 1,500 people showed up at the Marquee T ... More >>
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August 5, 2010
Snake! Snake! Snakes! Getting a Push for National College Radio Play
Artists For Action featuring Calexico w/ Miniature Tigers, Sergio Mendoza Y La Orkesta, Big Son featuring Sam Means of The Format and Jeff and Chris of Reubens Accomplice, Sand Rubies, Salvador Duran, Kinch, and more...August 27, 2010Marquee Theatre About 1,500 people showed up at the Marquee T ... More >>
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July 28, 2010
Calexico, Miniature Tigers Play Free SB 1070 Show for Voters ($30 for People Who Will Not Promise to Vote)
Are you interested in seeing Calexico, Miniature Tigers, Sergio Mendoza Y La Orkesta, Big Son (featuring Sam Means of The Format and Jeff and Chris of Reubens Accomplice), Sand Rubies, Kinch, and more for free?Yes?Are you sure?OK, you can, and all you have to do is pledge to vote on November 2. T ... More >>
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July 27, 2010
Miniature Tigers, "Tropical Birds"
Song: Miniature Tigers, "Tropical Birds"Context: Mini T's release Fortress at Rhythm Room tonight -- offering you the chance to see a real live Rock & Roll Mountain Troll. Miniature Tigers - Tropical Birds by ashesofcolor
Blogs
July 23, 2010
Black Cactus Records Co-Op, Justin Bieber, Barenaked Ladies, and More in This Week's Issue
The boys of Black Cactus Records.This week's music feature is on the new, local, DIY, cooperative record label called Black Cactus Records.They're borderline socialists, and they take their business seriously. Oh yeah, and they're releasing a comp album featuring their catalog of local artists on ... More >>
Articles
July 22, 2010
Miniature Tigers
The boys of Black Cactus Records.This week's music feature is on the new, local, DIY, cooperative record label called Black Cactus Records.They're borderline socialists, and they take their business seriously. Oh yeah, and they're releasing a comp album featuring their catalog of local artists on ... More >>
Music
July 22, 2010
Miniature Tigers
The boys of Black Cactus Records.This week's music feature is on the new, local, DIY, cooperative record label called Black Cactus Records.They're borderline socialists, and they take their business seriously. Oh yeah, and they're releasing a comp album featuring their catalog of local artists on ... More >>
Blogs
July 20, 2010
Early Listening: Miniature Tigers - Fortress
Listening to Fortress, the latest album from indie rock quartet Miniature Tigers, is a rather enjoyable affair, yet it leaves me heartbroken. My sorrow is born of the fact that Fortress would have been a top contender for album of the year among Arizona bands, if the band was still operating out ... More >>
Articles
April 15, 2010
Jason DeRulo Breathes New Life Into One Relationship and, Just Maybe, R&B
Listening to Fortress, the latest album from indie rock quartet Miniature Tigers, is a rather enjoyable affair, yet it leaves me heartbroken. My sorrow is born of the fact that Fortress would have been a top contender for album of the year among Arizona bands, if the band was still operating out ... More >>
Blogs
November 9, 2009
Q & A: Bishop Allen's Justin Rice Talks Punk, Being in Depeche Mode (sort of), and Puzzle Obsessions
Bishop Allen are a prim pop confectionary who churned out their third proper full-length last March titled "Grrr..." The candy-coated tracks are worth the impending toothaches, placing Bishop Allen, named for the street where the founding members lived, in cahoots with fellow saccharine rockers ... More >>
Music
October 8, 2009
Modified Arts “Goes Gallery” Just as Yucca Tap Room Makes a Move
Bishop Allen are a prim pop confectionary who churned out their third proper full-length last March titled "Grrr..." The candy-coated tracks are worth the impending toothaches, placing Bishop Allen, named for the street where the founding members lived, in cahoots with fellow saccharine rockers ... More >>
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July 2, 2009
House Party on High
Star Swim special edition raises the roof at the Wyndham
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May 28, 2009
Star Swim
Star Swim special edition raises the roof at the Wyndham
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May 14, 2009
A Devine Show
Star Swim special edition raises the roof at the Wyndham
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March 12, 2009
FauxSW
Star Swim special edition raises the roof at the Wyndham
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January 15, 2009
Bright Chronic Future
Local indie label celebrates new affiliation with Epic
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January 8, 2009
Tiger's tale
Local indie label celebrates new affiliation with Epic
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August 14, 2008
Potty Crashers
Relief is in sight, my friend
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