Critic's Notebook

The album, which comes out this weekend, is pessimistic, angry and permeated with loss.

From sludge to groove, thrash to black, there’s a metal band for every mood.

“I wanted the album to feel like you’re walking into my life,” the artist says.

Arizona’s musical royalty will be inducted into the Arizona Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame this weekend.

The local stoner rock band are celebrating the release of their first full-length album, “Wasting Arizona.”

The Phoenix band have a fresh EP, “TV Bliss,” that kicks off a brave new era.

The indie pop duo on ‘spiritual’ tunes, doing music full time and learning to trust your instincts.

With new music from Tassel, Madilyn Mei, The Lord’s and more.

The “sludge pop” band have a new LP, plenty of tour dates and a heck of a lot to prove.

From Taylor Swift to Doja Cat, put these tunes on your summer playlist ASAP.

With new music from Weston Smith, Grim Moses, Dorsten and more.

They helped change rock music for the better in the late 1980s.

The longtime local faves talk cautious optimism, touring, and being ahead of the curve.

Featuring new music from Citrus Clouds, Mega Ran, Sicksense, and more.

They’re bringing their show to Valley Bar in downtown Phoenix this weekend.

The young Tempe band talk about early successes, staying grounded, and new tour and release plans.

The young band brings new levels of intensity and weirdness with a new EP.

This Phoenix artists pushes creative boundaries with a new project.

Here’s what happened at this month’s M3F Festival during sets by Peach Pit, Toro Y Moi, and many more.

With fresh tracks by Phoenix Afrobeat Orchestra, Touré Masters, Black Caesar Soul Club, and more.

The band have a new album and are stopping in the Valley on their way to South by Southwest.

The combination of classical music and hip-hop will take center stage this weekend.