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Serene Dominic

Serene Dominic is New Times’ oldest surviving freelance writer as well as musician, livecaster and author. He is currently creating an Arizona based soap opera with A.I. generated characters.

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The First Annual Bookburners Convention Turns Bookstore Work Into a Supernatural Romp

By Serene DominicSeptember 6, 2018

Playwright Ashley Naftule drew on his time working at Half Price Books and Zia Record Exchange to write the play.

The 10 Best Concerts in Phoenix This Weekend

The 10 Best Concerts in Phoenix This Weekend

By Benjamin Leatherman and OthersJune 8, 2018

Got any big plans this weekend? Consider checking out a concert.

Cinemania Finally Gives You … <i>Head</i> from The Monkees!

Cinemania Finally Gives You … Head from The Monkees!

By Serene DominicJune 7, 2018

FilmBar sets screening on 50th anniversary of Monkees’ one and only film, Head.

The 13 Best Concerts in Phoenix This Weekend

The 13 Best Concerts in Phoenix This Weekend

By Benjamin Leatherman and OthersMay 25, 2018

Memorial Day weekend’s concert scene features both freaks and geeks.

KONGOS Roll Out New Doc-Series, Bus Call

By Serene DominicMay 3, 2018

Alt-pop band tells compelling backstory of how it all began.

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’s Most Uncomfortable Moments

By Serene DominicMay 1, 2018

From Blondie to the Beatles.

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Meet the Musicians Behind Heartstrings

Meet the Musicians Behind Heartstrings

By Serene DominicApril 20, 2018

They’re the advanced band class at One Step Beyond Institute.

Backup Track: The Search for Arizona’s Unsung Anthem

Backup Track: The Search for Arizona’s Unsung Anthem

By Serene DominicFebruary 8, 2018

A ranking of potential alternate state songs for Arizona.

The Sweet Give the U.S. a Wink with Steve Priest

The Sweet Give the U.S. a Wink with Steve Priest

By Serene DominicJanuary 28, 2018

“When we start playing, it’s like a well-oiled machine.”

The Lost and Found History of Celebrity Theatre

The Lost and Found History of Celebrity Theatre

By Serene DominicNovember 15, 2017

Much of what we know about the venue comes from longtime staffers.

After a 10-Year Hiatus, Hospice Rocks Returns

After a 10-Year Hiatus, Hospice Rocks Returns

By Serene DominicNovember 10, 2017

With a show featuring Fred Green, Crushed, Zig Zag Black, and Oil.

The Pistoleros Celebrate the Happiest of 25 Years with <i>Silver</i>

The Pistoleros Celebrate the Happiest of 25 Years with Silver

By Serene DominicOctober 28, 2017

“One morning, we just get an email saying ‘time to do another record.'”

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A Hard Doll’s Night: No Longer Minors, Doll Skin Are Poised for Major Success

A Hard Doll’s Night: No Longer Minors, Doll Skin Are Poised for Major Success

By Serene DominicOctober 25, 2017

Toughly two years ago, these four teenage girls from Phoenix signed to Megadeth bassist David Ellefson’s EMP label.

Megadeth’s Dave Ellefson Is in a Good Place — Arizona

Megadeth’s Dave Ellefson Is in a Good Place — Arizona

By Serene DominicOctober 7, 2017

“I always knew that you can’t go back to something, but sometimes things from your past can come around to your future.”

Scorpions Celebrate 50 Years on the Road — Your Mileage May Vary

Scorpions Celebrate 50 Years on the Road — Your Mileage May Vary

By Serene DominicSeptember 25, 2017

Catching up with Klaus Meine.

How Snailmate Achieved Road Warrior Status

How Snailmate Achieved Road Warrior Status

By Serene DominicAugust 22, 2017

Touring is the whole reason Snailmate exists.

Metallica Is Hardwired to Arizona — Here’s Why

Metallica Is Hardwired to Arizona — Here’s Why

By Serene DominicAugust 1, 2017

The biggest of the Big Four and their inextricable ties to the Copper State.

Fairy Bones’ <i>Billboard</i> Bid Falls Short — for Now

Fairy Bones’ Billboard Bid Falls Short — for Now

By Serene DominicJune 23, 2017

“The Valley was meant to hear the song first, whether y’all wanted it or not, and now it’s time to unleash it everywhere else.”

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Here’s How You Can Help Fairy Bones Chart on <i>Billboard</i>

Here’s How You Can Help Fairy Bones Chart on Billboard

By Serene DominicJune 16, 2017

“No One Can Suffer Like I Can” is available for 99 cents.

Meet the Mescal Porch Collective, Brandon Decker’s New Music Label

Meet the Mescal Porch Collective, Brandon Decker’s New Music Label

By Serene DominicJune 8, 2017

Well, sort of music label.

How 15 Rock Bands Reacted to The Beatles’ <i>Sgt. Pepper</i>

How 15 Rock Bands Reacted to The Beatles’ Sgt. Pepper

By Serene DominicMay 23, 2017

What British Invaders and American rockers did after the record forever changed the game.

Why the 10 Most Overrated Rock Guitarists Get Such a Bad Rap

Why the 10 Most Overrated Rock Guitarists Get Such a Bad Rap

By Serene DominicApril 11, 2017

Let’s start with Jack White.

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