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Music Awards

  • Blogs

    February 13, 2012

    Adele Won and Nicki Minaj Creeped; We Recap the Grammys

    ​If Adele could rap, she probably would have won that Grammy as well. Sunday night's Grammy Awards made for interesting viewing, with Adele's sweep, some amazing tributes, performances, and a downright weird and horrible showing from Nicki Minaj. Host LL Cool J opened up with a prayer for Whitne ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 1, 2011

    Jim Adkins of Jimmy Eat World Reflects on MTV's 30th Anniversary

    Jimmy Eat World​Cable channel MTV turns the big 3-0 today. Maybe this would be a big deal to music fans if the station was actually dedicated to music, like it was back when it launched on August 1, 1981, but these days, MTV's demographic keeps getting younger and the programming keeps moving towa ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 13, 2010

    The MTV Video Music Awards Get Worse Every Year

    ​MTV's annual Video Music Awards have been working their way steadily downhill for a few years now.This year's show was pretty damn near the bottom of the slope, one would hope. The 2010 iteration included predictable performances, a lack of pans to stars in the crowd, and a lack of award winners ... More >>

  • Calendar

    June 17, 2010

    Height Night

    “Award-winning play” is an understatement

  • Blogs

    March 15, 2010

    More Than 50 Grammy Winners Perform in the Same Room on the Same Night. Who Wins?

    Jen RogersThe Phoenix Chorale tearing up Seattle.​If you believe that record sales equal musical relevance, then you may think that classical music -- which accounted for less than 3 percent of all record sales in 2009 -- needs to be locked up in some museum archive along with the dinosaur bones. ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 28, 2010

    New House Shows in Phoenix Arts District: Do House Shows Matter?

    ​It looks like Phoenix DIYers are getting a new house to see shows at, this one at 9th Street and Pierce, very near the so-called "Arts District." The headliner is Lenguas Largas, a Tucson lo-fi indie act.There's still a month until the show, which leaves plenty of time for it to be canceled becau ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 30, 2009

    Lady Gaga Sexy, Vulnerable on 'The Fame Monster'

    ​Everyone knows about the crazy side of Lady Gaga. There's the bubble outfit, the time she smeared (fake?) blood on herself at the MTV Video Music Awards and her affinity for not wearing pants. But on her new eight-song EP, The Fame Monster (the songs are also available on a deluxe ... More >>

  • Music

    November 19, 2009

    John Prine Has Had Help from Many Famous Fans

    ​Everyone knows about the crazy side of Lady Gaga. There's the bubble outfit, the time she smeared (fake?) blood on herself at the MTV Video Music Awards and her affinity for not wearing pants. But on her new eight-song EP, The Fame Monster (the songs are also available on a deluxe ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 12, 2009

    Darius Rucker Is The CMA's Best New Artist? Wait A Minute, That's Hootie!

    ​A lot of things about last night's CMAs confused me. For example, why was there not a break in the middle so ABC could broadcast Modern Family at its regularly scheduled time? And why did no one (rightfully) interrupt Taylor Swift to point out how much better Beyonce is than her?Oh, and why was H ... More >>

  • Music

    September 10, 2009

    The Gaslight Anthem

    ​A lot of things about last night's CMAs confused me. For example, why was there not a break in the middle so ABC could broadcast Modern Family at its regularly scheduled time? And why did no one (rightfully) interrupt Taylor Swift to point out how much better Beyonce is than her?Oh, and why was H ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 12, 2009

    Guitar Center Holding Blues Contest

    ​Guitar Center is hosting a contest to find "the next great blues guitarist" with local tryouts across the country, including Phoenix and Tempe. The winner of the national contest gets $40,000 in cash and prizes. Local sign-ups have begun -- they're allowing a maximum of 30 contestants per store ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 11, 2009

    Top Ten Musicians Spawned From Other Musicians

    Bob Dylan's canceled show in Glendale tonight got us thinking about his son, Jakob Dylan, who is still young and fit enough to perform in just over 100 degree weather. He's less at risk for heatstroke, sure, but, of course, the number of folks who will shell out cash to see Jake is definitely not in ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 27, 2009

    Chris Brown: A Monster, Even Though He Sees It Otherwise

    Is this man 'a monster?' Yeah, pretty much.Total dickhead and social pariah Chris Brown has released a 37 second video blog post today in which he updates his fans -- at 12 of them -- on his new album as well as defending his name. It's a noble effort by the R&B singer and almost-star of the mov ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 25, 2009

    Britney Spears to Incorporate Magic in 'Circus' Tour

    Introducing magician Britney SpearIntroducing magician Britney Spears Move over Criss Angel - Britney Spears may be after your gig. The pop songstress, known for lip-synching her way through her shows, will bring some magic to her "Circus" tour, according to E! Illusionist/comedian Ed "The Misfit ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 23, 2009

    The Roots' Things Fall Apart: 10 Years Later

    10 years later and this album cover still gives me chillsToday marks an important day in the vibrant history of hip-hop music. 10 years ago, Philadelphia hip-hop pioneers The Roots released their breakthrough album, Things Fall Apart. Bolstered by the strength of the irresistible single "You Got Me, ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 9, 2009

    Chris Brown Ditches All-Star Weekend Following His Recent Arrest (With Updates)

    Maybe the "v" stands for "villain"? Can't say we didn't see this coming. E! Online is reporting that Chris Brown has canceled his participation in a few of this weekend's festivities surrounding the NBA All-Star Game. The 19-year-old R&B artist was arrested early Sunday morning in connection w ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 6, 2009

    Does Anyone Know How to Play Live Anymore?

    An interesting thing is happening. It seems these days everyone is lip-synching. It used to be the case that is was the random pop hack or teen puppet who was exposed in the act. But now it seems that some of the best and talented artists in entertainment are guilty. Take Yo-Yo Ma, rega ... More >>

  • Music

    January 22, 2009

    Lil Wayne’s Live Performance Track Record Might Make You Think Twice about Attending His Show

    An interesting thing is happening. It seems these days everyone is lip-synching. It used to be the case that is was the random pop hack or teen puppet who was exposed in the act. But now it seems that some of the best and talented artists in entertainment are guilty. Take Yo-Yo Ma, rega ... More >>

  • Music

    December 25, 2008

    Soul Train

    An interesting thing is happening. It seems these days everyone is lip-synching. It used to be the case that is was the random pop hack or teen puppet who was exposed in the act. But now it seems that some of the best and talented artists in entertainment are guilty. Take Yo-Yo Ma, rega ... More >>

  • Music

    December 18, 2008

    Soweto Gospel Choir

    An interesting thing is happening. It seems these days everyone is lip-synching. It used to be the case that is was the random pop hack or teen puppet who was exposed in the act. But now it seems that some of the best and talented artists in entertainment are guilty. Take Yo-Yo Ma, rega ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 11, 2008

    Rolling Stone: Still Blowing Bob Dylan

    Rolling Stone, that music magazine that felt it necessary to feature the ladies from MTV's The Hills on the cover of its May issue, just released its list of top 50 albums of 2008. Wouldn't you know it; they put Bob Dylan at number two. Why not number one, Rolling Stone? Maybe because they realize ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 12, 2008

    Future Shock: Horns up, Metallica is coming

    Rolling Stone, that music magazine that felt it necessary to feature the ladies from MTV's The Hills on the cover of its May issue, just released its list of top 50 albums of 2008. Wouldn't you know it; they put Bob Dylan at number two. Why not number one, Rolling Stone? Maybe because they realize ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 28, 2008

    Local Grammy Award-Winning Group Changes Name

    Rolling Stone, that music magazine that felt it necessary to feature the ladies from MTV's The Hills on the cover of its May issue, just released its list of top 50 albums of 2008. Wouldn't you know it; they put Bob Dylan at number two. Why not number one, Rolling Stone? Maybe because they realize ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 19, 2008

    You Asked for It: Black Lodge

    Rolling Stone, that music magazine that felt it necessary to feature the ladies from MTV's The Hills on the cover of its May issue, just released its list of top 50 albums of 2008. Wouldn't you know it; they put Bob Dylan at number two. Why not number one, Rolling Stone? Maybe because they realize ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 16, 2008

    Future Shock: Lyle Lovett, Melissa Etheridge, and more

    Rolling Stone, that music magazine that felt it necessary to feature the ladies from MTV's The Hills on the cover of its May issue, just released its list of top 50 albums of 2008. Wouldn't you know it; they put Bob Dylan at number two. Why not number one, Rolling Stone? Maybe because they realize ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 25, 2008

    Future Shock: The Helio Sequence, Ted Nugent, Rockstar Energy Mayhem Festival, and more

    Rolling Stone, that music magazine that felt it necessary to feature the ladies from MTV's The Hills on the cover of its May issue, just released its list of top 50 albums of 2008. Wouldn't you know it; they put Bob Dylan at number two. Why not number one, Rolling Stone? Maybe because they realize ... More >>

  • Music

    February 21, 2008

    Which female celeb should Marilyn Manson boink next? A few ideas

    Rolling Stone, that music magazine that felt it necessary to feature the ladies from MTV's The Hills on the cover of its May issue, just released its list of top 50 albums of 2008. Wouldn't you know it; they put Bob Dylan at number two. Why not number one, Rolling Stone? Maybe because they realize ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 13, 2008

    Phoenix Bach Choir and the Grammys

    Rolling Stone, that music magazine that felt it necessary to feature the ladies from MTV's The Hills on the cover of its May issue, just released its list of top 50 albums of 2008. Wouldn't you know it; they put Bob Dylan at number two. Why not number one, Rolling Stone? Maybe because they realize ... More >>

  • Music

    February 7, 2008

    The Editors, Louis XIV, and Hot Hot Heat

    Rolling Stone, that music magazine that felt it necessary to feature the ladies from MTV's The Hills on the cover of its May issue, just released its list of top 50 albums of 2008. Wouldn't you know it; they put Bob Dylan at number two. Why not number one, Rolling Stone? Maybe because they realize ... More >>

  • Music

    December 20, 2007

    Pity: Our Greatest Marketing Tool

    A look at 2007's most successful train wrecks

  • Music

    December 7, 2006

    Panic! At the Disco

    Emo! at the Arena

  • Music

    September 1, 2005

    The Volebeats

    Like Her
    (Turquoise Mountain)

  • Music

    November 11, 2004

    Bad Religion

    The "old school" teaches the new

  • Music

    December 12, 2002

    Immigration Blues

    Latin artists such as Volovan hope to crack the U.S. But they have to crack immigration officials first.

  • Music

    September 5, 2002

    Revenge of the N*E*R*D

    After stepping out of the studio, Pharrell Williams finds the rock-star role suits him just fine

  • Music

    March 29, 2001

    Music: Response

    He produced Madonna's Music, but Mirwais has been around for 20 years and has influenced a legion of French DJs

  • Music

    November 9, 2000

    The Vision

    Native American singer-songwriter Bill Miller's formula for change is right there -- in his music and his life

  • Music

    September 7, 2000

    Billy Bacon and the Forbidden Pigs

    Pig Latin (Triple X)and Big Sandy and the Fly-Rite Boys
    Night Tide
    (Hightone Records)

  • Music

    August 24, 2000

    Unholy Union

    When porn star Raylene and Pantera double for a Zia in-store, music becomes an afterthought

  • Music

    July 20, 2000

    Toe-Tapping Zapping

    Game soundtracks struggle for legitimacy in an industry obsessed with killing machines, not killer tunes

  • Music

    January 20, 2000

    Hit Me, Baby, One More Time

    Jimmy Eat World gets some Rolling Stone-size love from Blink-182

  • Music

    May 29, 1997

    KRS-One, What's the Frequency?

    The rapper they call "The Teacher" knows the medium is the message

  • Calendar

    February 20, 1997

    Pic Hits for the week

    The rapper they call "The Teacher" knows the medium is the message

  • Music

    April 11, 1996

    Trouble in Paradise

    The Oasis brothers (Noel and Liam Gallagher) indulge in a spot of gin-and-tonic-stoked, sibling-on-sibling bickering

  • Music

    February 22, 1996

    Presidential Precis

    A rock resume with about as much fat on it as a PUSA tune (and that ain't much)

  • Music

    November 17, 1994

    NOW IT'S MILLER TIME

    JODY "QUEEN OF THE HOUSE" MILLER IS BACK JTO RECLAIM HER CROWN

  • Music

    March 23, 1994

    YOU CAN'T KEEP A BAD MAN DOWNWITH A DRUG-FREE HEAD AND A HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA, WAYLON JENNINGS FIGHTS THE GOOD FIGHT AGAINST NASHVILLE

    JODY "QUEEN OF THE HOUSE" MILLER IS BACK JTO RECLAIM HER CROWN

  • Music

    August 25, 1993

    SPLENDOR IN THE BLUEGRASSALISON KRAUSS, THE GRAND OLE OPRY,S NEWEST SUPERSTAR, PLAYS SECOND FIDDLE TO NO ONE

    JODY "QUEEN OF THE HOUSE" MILLER IS BACK JTO RECLAIM HER CROWN

  • Music

    April 14, 1993

    THE WORTHY DISCIPLENANCI GRIFFITH LEADS A FOLK RENAISSANCE BY HARKENING TO THE MASTER

    JODY "QUEEN OF THE HOUSE" MILLER IS BACK JTO RECLAIM HER CROWN

  • Music

    April 29, 1992

    GROWING AGAINST THE GRAINONCE ONLY A SIDEMAN, RODNEY CROWELL IS CLEAN, SINGLE AND SUCCESSFUL

    JODY "QUEEN OF THE HOUSE" MILLER IS BACK JTO RECLAIM HER CROWN

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