We’re willing to wager a few pounds, boy-o, that your eyes, Irish or otherwise, will be smiling in the days leading up to this year’s celebration of St. Patrick’s Day and on the actual drinking holiday. Or, at the very least, they’re going to be a wee bit bloodshot. Given…
Tempe Beach Park has hosted major concert fests and outdoor gigs over the last decade — a lot of ’em, in fact. However, few are as high-profile and star-studded as this weekend’s four-day Pot of Gold Music Festival at the park. It’s definitely one the longest, as the springtime music…
While there are an estimated 2.2 million weddings held every year in the U.S., we’re pretty sure that few of these joyous affairs get as wild and weird as the Brides of March. After all, when the last wedding you attended that included a high-heel race, veils adorned with condoms,…
Tis’ the season for great festivals in the Valley — and we aren’t just referring to all those massive indoor and outdoor concert extravaganzas that are happening almost every weekend until the summertime. There are also events celebrating art, food, makers, and anything else of a creative nature. That includes…
So, have you heard anything recently about that alleged Banksy piece that suddenly appeared over at The Lost Leaf? Probably so, since news of the alleged creation by the enigmatic street artist has been all over social media and the talk of Roosevelt Row. If you’re not up on the…
When it comes to biggest cities in the U.S. for DJ culture, Phoenix has (sadly) played second fiddle to the likes of Las Vegas, NYC, Chicago, and L.A. That’s not to say that our town hasn’t produced loads of world-class artist or hosted some phenomenal gigs, its just that those…
We sincerely hope you’ve got loads of disposable income stocked up, because — like it or not — the music festival season is upon us. Over the next three months or so, an exhaustive number of indoor and outdoor mega-concerts and big-ticket music events are scheduled to take place both…
As you might have heard recently, Steve Aoki is cutting back on the cake. More specifically, the electronic dance music icon has stated that he’s ceasing his trademark stunt of throwing sheet cake at audience members during shows, at least at big EDM festivals where he’s a support act. “If…
Say what you will about the power of positive thinking, but it has helped some some folks people succeed now and again. e. For proof, look no further than DJ Akshen, the Valley turntablist who won the Red Bull Thre3style regional qualifier this past weekend at Monarch Theatre. Akshen bested…
If there’s one thing that’s become abundantly clear to us while covering geek culture in the Valley, it’s that everyone nerds out for something, no matter who they are. That’s especially true with members of the cosplay crowd, who put their particular passion on display for the world to see…
Call us crazy, but we’re starting to suspect that organizers of Phoenix Comicon might be fans of the Whedonverse. Okay, it’s not that big of a stretch, considering that they’re die-hard geeks and all, but if you look at some of the bigger guests they’ve lined up for the event…
Fans of the old Big Bang in Tempe, lend us your ears. In fact, if you’ve been mourning the loss of the beloved Mill Avenue basement bar and its dueling pianos, you’d should cheer up and get ready to rock out once more. That’s because RCK CTY, the glitzy nightclub…
When it all boils down to it, comic book conventions are ultimately about just that: comic books. While it seems like most ‘cons both locally and nationally include every possible aspect of geekdom imaginable — ranging from science fiction and fantasy to video games, costuming, fan fiction, RPGs, and animation…
When it all comes down to it, DJs wield a certain degree of power — and we ain’t just referring to all the money, fame, and influence that comes with the job. Instead, we’re referencing their talents at controlling the energy and driving the dance floor at whatever gig they…
If you happened to be cruising through either central or midtown on Saturday, February 7, there’s a good chance you caught a glimpse of this year’s Idiotarod in progress. After all, its participants certainly made it easy enough to spot them. As with any of the previous versions of the…
Mick Foley lives for entertaining a crowd, and it’s something he’s been doing for most of his life. For almost three decades, the now-retired pro wrestler was a star of the ring in the WWE and other notable promotions. He also has been a best-selling author, made several appearances on…
Just as the last remnants of Super Bowl XLIX are leaving downtown Phoenix, something far more crazy, colorful, and chaotic is about to roll through this weekend. And just like the big game, it’s centered on competition, although nary any football is involved. We’re referring to the Phoenix Idiotarod, the…
As if you weren’t already aware by now, we’re currently hip deep in the utter madness of Super Bowl week as the showdown is less than 48 hours away. And even though the onslaught of parties and concerts associated with the game are already taking place, a high-profile event was…
Downtown Phoenix is a bit busy right now, you might say. Between all the people roaming Super Bowl Central, the football fans heading for NFL Experience, and the usual downtown crowd, its streets and sidewalks are a hive of activity and attractions. And one of the most curious Super Bowl-related…
Heard any good jokes lately about New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady and his (allegedly) soft balls? We’re guessing that you have, since many a comedian (not to mention sports wags nationwide) have gotten a lot of mileage out of the whole hullabaloo surrounding Deflategate. And such cracks and quips…
The 1st and Ten Kickoff Concert and Party made a big splash in September, when it was one of the first local Super Bowl nightlife events to be announced, promising a huge selection of performers and enormous crowds. Turns out it was more of a belly flop, however. Earlier today,…
The biggest question about Super Bowl XLIX’s halftime show starring Katy Perry isn’t if the pop starlet will top Bruno Mars’ record-setting ratings from last year, what songs she’ll sing, or even if it will be any good. Instead, the world seems focused on how she’ll publicly diss Taylor Swift…
