Amy Young

Amy Young is the Music Editor at Phoenix New Times. She joined the New Times staff in May 2025 after more than a decade of covering arts and music for the publication. In her role, Amy writes about music, searches for compelling news and works with writers who are also dedicated to bringing quality music and music-related stories to readers across the Valley and beyond. Previously, Amy worked for the Arizona Republic, Hearst Connecticut Media Group and Newsbreak.

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Basic Elements Play First Phoenix Show Since ’89 for KWSS Spring Fundraiser

By Amy YoungApril 19, 2023

Synth player Jonathan Goldman is stoked for the band’s first show in nearly 35 years.

Mayme Kratz’s ‘Dark Garden’ Art Exhibit at Lisa Sette Gallery Explores the Mysteries of the Desert

By Amy YoungApril 10, 2023

See the fascinating works through the end of April.

Four Can’t-Miss Art Museum Exhibits You Should See Right Now Around Phoenix

By Amy YoungApril 4, 2023

See historic photos in Chandler, a surfing exhibit in Phoenix, and more.

5 Things to Do in Phoenix This Weekend: Body Art Expo, PHXAM, Dragon Boats, Wine, Live Theater

By Amy YoungMarch 24, 2023

There’s wine, body art, and The Vagina Monologues among the entertainment options in metro Phoenix this weekend.

Skate Culture on Deck as Cowtown’s Annual PHXAM Competition Returns

By Amy YoungMarch 23, 2023

Tricks, talents and a weekend of skate culture.

How One Scottsdale Gallery Is Paying Tribute to a Local Art Legend

By Amy YoungFebruary 15, 2023

Royse Contemporary is showing the work of the late Fred Tieken through the end of the month.

The Electric Bat Pinball Arcade in Tempe Just Got a Major Upgrade

By Amy YoungJanuary 19, 2023

And the changes to the beloved arcade aren’t done yet.

How Phoenix Business Cowtown Skateboards Is Giving Boards to Deserving Kids (Hint: It’s You)

By Amy YoungDecember 21, 2022

The local skateboard shop chain wants to set up 2,000 kids with boards this holiday season.

Metro Phoenix’s Best Things to Do This Week: Tianguis Night Market, Hanukkah, and More

By Benjamin Leatherman and OthersDecember 19, 2022

How to fit in some last-minute holiday events.

Phoenix’s Best Weekend Concerts: Smashing Pumpkins, Jane’s Addiction, Descendents

By Benjamin Leatherman and OthersNovember 18, 2022

Gen Xers of the Valley rejoice. Punk and alt-rock favorites are headed your way.

Metro Phoenix’s Nine Best Things to Do This Weekend

By Benjamin Leatherman and OthersOctober 28, 2022

It won’t be hard to scare up something to do.

Metro Phoenix’s Five Best Things to Do This Week

By Benjamin Leatherman and OthersOctober 24, 2022

Got plans?

Best Phoenix Concerts This Week: A Day to Remember, Hawthorne Heights, OFF!

By Benjamin Leatherman and OthersOctober 24, 2022

Emo bands from When We Were Young and more.

Metro Phoenix Things to Do This Weekend: Fushicho Daiko, Horror Fest, and More

By Benjamin Leatherman and OthersOctober 21, 2022

There are more than just Halloween events happening.

Metro Phoenix Things to Do This Weekend: Mariachis, Muggles, and More

By Benjamin Leatherman and OthersSeptember 30, 2022

September wraps up and October begins with lots of activities around town.

The Worldwide Freakout Returns: Film Series Shines Its Light on Shatner

By Amy YoungSeptember 28, 2022

Dan Stone is presenting his latest piece of work – Shatner: The Motion Picture – as part of his ongoing series, the Worldwide Freakout, at Majestic Neighborhood Cinema Grill in Tempe on Saturday, October 1.