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Benjamin Leatherman

Benjamin Leatherman is a staff writer for Phoenix New Times where he focuses primarily on arts, culture, music and nightlife. He joined New Times in 2003. Prior to that, he contributed to magazines such as Tips & Tricks and The Wrestler. Benjamin has earned multiple awards from the Arizona Press Club including an award for sports enterprise reporting in 2009 and an award for statewide arts reporting in 2014. He holds a bachelor’s of arts in journalism from Arizona State University’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication.

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By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 28, 2023

A cosmic spectacle awaits in the sky this evening.

Best Phoenix Concerts This Week: Weyes Blood, Billy Idol, Harry Mack

By Benjamin Leatherman and OthersMarch 27, 2023

March wraps up with gigs by some iconic artists.

Best Phoenix Concerts This Weekend: Yeat, Genesis Lake Jam, Maná

By Benjamin Leatherman and OthersMarch 24, 2023

It’s the peak of the spring music festival season in the Valley.

The Original Misfits Are Coming to Phoenix This Summer

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 22, 2023

Here’s how to get tickets.

Best Phoenix Concerts This Week: The War and Treaty, Titus Andronicus, Mapache

Best Phoenix Concerts This Week: The War and Treaty, Titus Andronicus, Mapache

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 21, 2023

Death metal icons, indie rockers, and more.

Seven Free Things to Do This Week in Metro Phoenix

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 21, 2023

Looking for something to do on the cheap? Look no further.

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Phoenix’s Best Weekend Concerts: Taylor Swift, ATLiens, Vance Joy

Phoenix’s Best Weekend Concerts: Taylor Swift, ATLiens, Vance Joy

By Benjamin Leatherman and OthersMarch 17, 2023

Taylor Mania is running wild in the Valley.

Your Guide to St. Patrick’s Day Parties in Phoenix in 2023

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 14, 2023

Where to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Phoenix, Tempe, Scottsdale, Glendale, and more.

Best Phoenix Concerts This Week: Old 97’s, The Beths, Drug Church

Best Phoenix Concerts This Week: Old 97’s, The Beths, Drug Church

By Benjamin Leatherman and OthersMarch 13, 2023

Up for seeing a show in Phoenix this week? You’ve got options

Phoenix’s Best Weekend Concerts: Carrie Underwood, Vance Joy, Planet Mammoth

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 10, 2023

You can also hang out with skate punks and metalheads.

Here Are the Biggest Concerts Coming to Phoenix in March 2023

Here Are the Biggest Concerts Coming to Phoenix in March 2023

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 8, 2023

The spring concert season is starting to heat up.

Best Phoenix Concerts This Week: Kimbra, Dvsn, Thee Sacred Souls

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 6, 2023

Up for a concert this week? Your options include Styx, Jimmy Buffett, and more.

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Nine Nerdy Things to Do This March in Metro Phoenix

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 3, 2023

Local geeks are in for a busy month of fun.

Best Phoenix Concerts This Weekend: M3F, Marc Anthony, A-Trak

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 3, 2023

Looking for a memorable concert over the next few nights? Look no further.

Your Guide to M3F 2023: Tickets, Schedule, After-Parties, and More

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 1, 2023

Everything you need to know.

Best Phoenix Concerts This Week: Trippie Redd, Eagles, Betty Who

Best Phoenix Concerts This Week: Trippie Redd, Eagles, Betty Who

By Benjamin LeathermanFebruary 27, 2023

Get ready for a week of hitmakers.

Best Phoenix Concerts This Weekend: Kenia Os, Innings Fest, Grieves

By Benjamin Leatherman and OthersFebruary 24, 2023

Welcome to the unofficial start of the spring concert season.

27 Nightclubs, Hot Spots, and Places to Party Around Phoenix

By Benjamin LeathermanFebruary 23, 2023

Looking for a cool night at a hot club? Here’s where to party in Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tempe.

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Here’s Why Phoenix’s Die-Hard Wrestling Fans Are Hyped for AEW

By Benjamin LeathermanFebruary 22, 2023

AEW mania is running wild in the Valley this week.

All Elite Wrestling’s Tony Khan: ‘We’ve Wanted to Come to Phoenix For Years’

By Benjamin LeathermanFebruary 21, 2023

What’s in store for AEW’s long-awaited debut in the Valley.

Best Phoenix Concerts This Week: Nessa Barrett, The Frights, ¿Téo?

By Benjamin LeathermanFebruary 20, 2023

Indie acts dominate the local live music calendar over the next few nights.

Phoenix’s Best Weekend Concerts: White Reaper, Sam Opoku, Inner Wave

Phoenix’s Best Weekend Concerts: White Reaper, Sam Opoku, Inner Wave

By Benjamin LeathermanFebruary 17, 2023

Your weekend plans just got some live music options.

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