Arts & Culture

Ronnie Glover brings the fun Tue., Nov. 4, 8 p.m., 2008…

The Faint’s dystopian paeans to dysfunctional, metaphorically “mechanized” relations unfold beneath gloomy analog burble and synthetic beats. It’s not exactly ironic, nor is it particularly poignant at this point, though it may not matter after a dozen years building a passionate following. While their fifth studio LP, Fasciinatiion, returns to…

Danish psychobilly band HorrorPops was born from Nekromantix, the psychobilly band HorrorPops co-founder Kim Nekromantix was in when he met future HorrorPops singer Patricia Day. The sultry, raven-haired Day and Nekromantix eventually married, making HorrorPops a family affair. The band’s latest album, Kiss Kiss Kill Kill, showcases the HorrorPop’s dark,…

Hip hop punk rockers the Kottonmouth Kings, fresh from their performance at this year’s Edgefest, return to the Valley to entertain with a show that is sure to be a frightful event. The band’s new The Green Album will no doubt fill out the night’s set list of bizarre theatrics…

The term “hip hop supergroup” gets thrown around a lot, but Bay Area outfit The Mighty Underdogs can make a pretty good case. Composed of MCs Gift of Gab (from Blackalicious) and Lateef the Truthspeaker (of Latyrx), and backed by producer Headnodic (of Crown City Rockers), the group just released…

An estimated 10,000 costumed revelers will be in attendance at this ginormous fete encompassing Axis/Radius and Suede, including numerous VIPs, celebrities, and other glitterati. A costume contest will hand out $10,000 in cash and prizes (for best overall costume, best group, and sexiest), while local rockers EastonAshe and five different…

The artists in this exhibition, including Chen Wenling, Zhang Dali, and the Luo Brothers (whose Welcome to the World’s Famous Brands is pictured), question the cultural, political, and traditional tenets of their homeland with their multimedia works. Thu., Nov. 6, 7-9 p.m., 2008…

Is the apocryphal saying “May you live in interesting times” really intended as a curse? We haven’t experienced any times that weren’t “interesting” – and that’s a blessing and a curse. While humanity chases peace, prosperity, and brotherhood, the nasty opposite conditions always pop up somewhere, like cosmic Whack-a-Moles. Say…

The Red Bar inside the chic Scottsdale hotel will host a comic book-themed affair with local DJs dropping the beats, while the patio gets transformed into a city skyline/rooftop scene where heroes can battle their nemesi. Costumes are encouraged, and a free bottle of Veuve Yellow Label Reservations will be…

Swankiness abounds at the über-elegant celebration, which takes place inside the resort’s Stone Rose Lounge. Old Hollywood glamour will mix with spooky vintage décor (à la the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland) as piano players and DJs provide a scary soundtrack. Tarot card readers, fortune tellers, classic cocktails, celebrity guests, and…

The kickass class is chock-full of wit and wisdom concerning the lovely Maggie, as well as insider’s tips on how to make the so-called perfect one. The price includes appetizers and a private margarita/tequila sampling. Wed., Nov. 5, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 2008…

Pro and amateur chefs battle it out to see who can make the best gumbo and jambalaya, and the lucky attendees are the ultimate winners. All proceeds benefit New Orleans Area Habitat for Humanity and the Joel Monte West Club Scholarship. Sun., Nov. 2, 1-4 p.m., 2008…

World-renowned conservationist Wilson (pictured) and acclaimed scientist Holldobler speak about insect societies and sign their new book, The Superorganism in conjunction with ASU’s Darwinfest. Wed., Nov. 5, 6:30 p.m., 2008…

The world-renowned conservationist and Harvard University professor speaks about “Darwin and the Future of Biology” in conjunction with ASU’s Darwinfest. Tue., Nov. 4, 7 p.m., 2008…

The fest features the Phoenix premiere of Linda Helm Krapf’s Woven Ways (pictured), which details the impact of uranium mining on the Navajo homeland. Also on the agenda: the Citizen Storytellers’ Project, in which eight Native American Valley residents produced short documentaries about “the Indian experience in Phoenix.” Sat., Nov…

The No Festival Required-sponsored event promises “the best in hallowed, strange, gross, controversial, odd, and just plain weird films.” See the Web site for a complete program. Sat., Nov. 1, 8 p.m., 2008…

Outlaws, drag radials, and other classes compete in this event inspired by the new TV show 1320X, which was developed by the producers of Pinks. Sat., Nov. 1, 9 a.m., 2008…

Hit the bars — specifically, Chez Nous, Rose & Crown, Bikini Lounge (pictured), Kincaid’s, Amsterdam, Carly’s Bistro, Hooters, the Copper Door at the San Carlos, Steve’s Grill, the Hard Rock, Coach and Willie’s, Sonoma, and Fate. The blanket admission price includes entertainment, food tastings, and drink specials. Sat., Nov. 1,…

Joe DiMaggio was Mr. Coffee. Reggie Jackson was Mr. October. Bob Uecker claims to be Mr. Baseball. But the real Mr. B is Mr. G, ESPN’s walking encyclopedia of diamond lore. Don’t miss your chance for a clear-headed wrap on the season just passed and a look ahead to the…

It might not count, but here’s your first chance to see whether head coach Charli Turner Thorne (pictured) can work her usual magic on the hardwood. Wed., Nov. 5, 6:30 p.m., 2008…

Turns out you can make a silk purse from a sow’s ear. Find out how at this, which features finalists in a nationwide architectural competition designed to “inspire creative, new visions for the renovation of the small-scale strip shopping plazas that line the streets of this metropolitan area and virtually…

However well they might do this year, Your Sunnies are a team on an inevitable decline. Portland is either the NBA’s team of tomorrow or its biggest bust, and which way the Blazers go depends on the bum foot of presumed superstar Greg Oden (pictured), the big-upside center who’s played…