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How Mega Ran’s Lifelong Love of Basketball Inspired His New Album <i>Live ’95</i>

How Mega Ran’s Lifelong Love of Basketball Inspired His New Album Live ’95

By Benjamin LeathermanOctober 26, 2021

Ball is life for the Phoenix-based geek rapper.

The Five Best Songs From Arizona Musicians in October

The Five Best Songs From Arizona Musicians in October

By Chris CoplanOctober 25, 2021

New releases from Talia Roya, Asphalt Astronaut, and more.

Your Guide to Metro Phoenix’s Best Halloween Parties in 2021

Your Guide to Metro Phoenix’s Best Halloween Parties in 2021

By Benjamin LeathermanOctober 21, 2021

There are plenty of options for Halloween parties this year.

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Best of Phoenix 2021: Things That Happened in the Local Music Scene

Best of Phoenix 2021: Things That Happened in the Local Music Scene

By Phoenix New Times WritersOctober 20, 2021

The biggest stories in local music, including the viral ‘Suns in 4’ song and a local TikTok star.

Here’s How Furious Brewing Company in North Phoenix Will Honor the History of Joe’s Grotto

Here’s How Furious Brewing Company in North Phoenix Will Honor the History of Joe’s Grotto

By Benjamin LeathermanOctober 14, 2021

Including keeping the now-defunct metal venue’s famous sticker-clad mirrors.

How Five Phoenix Musicians Have Practiced for the Return of Concerts

How Five Phoenix Musicians Have Practiced for the Return of Concerts

By Chris CoplanOctober 6, 2021

The gear, songs, and beverages that define the practice sessions of Phoenix musicians.

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Best of Phoenix: Partying Hard on Mill Avenue

Best of Phoenix: Partying Hard on Mill Avenue

By Robrt L. PelaSeptember 30, 2021

A night out on Mill Avenue in Tempe is never boring.

Dubs White Is Signing Off at KWSS

Dubs White Is Signing Off at KWSS

By Chris CoplanSeptember 29, 2021

The local DJ, vinyl fiend, and all-around music champion is ending his show after four years and leaving Phoenix.

The Five Best Songs From Phoenix Musicians in September

The Five Best Songs From Phoenix Musicians in September

By Chris CoplanSeptember 28, 2021

New releases from Mega Ran, Pig City, and more.

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On the 30th Anniversary of Nirvana’s <i>Nevermind</i>, Phoenix Musicians Talk About Its Importance

On the 30th Anniversary of Nirvana’s Nevermind, Phoenix Musicians Talk About Its Importance

By Chris CoplanSeptember 24, 2021

Nirvana’s second album made a big impression on a number of local musicians.

Your Guide to Labor Day Weekend Parties in Metro Phoenix in 2021

Your Guide to Labor Day Weekend Parties in Metro Phoenix in 2021

By Benjamin LeathermanSeptember 2, 2021

The lowdown on LDW events across the Valley.

Talia Roya Roars Back To Life

Talia Roya Roars Back To Life

By Chris CoplanSeptember 1, 2021

The Phoenix singer-songwriter’s new music represents “a journey of self-discovery,” she says.

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Hear Tour Stories From Jimmy Eat World in This New Animated Video

Hear Tour Stories From Jimmy Eat World in This New Animated Video

By Jennifer GoldbergAugust 18, 2021

The band found a way to make their South by Southwest gig more profitable.

Rise Against Hits The Stage Running

Rise Against Hits The Stage Running

By Chris CoplanAugust 9, 2021

Bassist Joe Principe talks about a return to the stage, Rise Against’s new album, and growing up punk.

King Crimson’s Tony Levin Is More Than Just a Pretty Bass

King Crimson’s Tony Levin Is More Than Just a Pretty Bass

By Tom ReardonAugust 5, 2021

What will King Crimson play during their August 7 show in Scottsdale? Not even bassist Tony Levin knows.

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Phoenix Rapper Mega Ran’s Gear and Merch Stolen

Phoenix Rapper Mega Ran’s Gear and Merch Stolen

By Benjamin LeathermanJuly 27, 2021

Including his laptop and Mega Man-inspired plastic arm cannon.

The Five Best Songs From Phoenix Musicians in July

The Five Best Songs From Phoenix Musicians in July

By Chris CoplanJuly 26, 2021

New releases from Breakup Shoes, Bastik, and more.

Tempe Band Katastro’s <i>Sucker</i> Is the Get-Down Album of the Summer

Tempe Band Katastro’s Sucker Is the Get-Down Album of the Summer

By Allison CripeJuly 22, 2021

Sucker is a blast of bright summer sounds and sick reggae beats.

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How Jazz Musician Jermaine Lockhart Finds Inspiration on His Metro Phoenix Farm

How Jazz Musician Jermaine Lockhart Finds Inspiration on His Metro Phoenix Farm

By Amy YoungJuly 22, 2021

He believes that music can soothe the savage beast – humans and animals.

Talking Stick Resort Is Postponing Its EDM Pool Parties (Again)

Talking Stick Resort Is Postponing Its EDM Pool Parties (Again)

By Benjamin LeathermanJuly 21, 2021

EDM fans will have to wait until 2022 to party poolside at TSR.

Phoenix Blues Rockers The Deadbeat Cousins Are Poised for Their Big Break

Phoenix Blues Rockers The Deadbeat Cousins Are Poised for Their Big Break

By Chris CoplanJuly 20, 2021

The Phoenix outfit talk their origins, the power of blues, and much more.

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The Last Record Store Day Drop of the Year Is This Saturday. Here’s What’s Planned in Phoenix.

The Last Record Store Day Drop of the Year Is This Saturday. Here’s What’s Planned in Phoenix.

By Lynn TrimbleJuly 16, 2021

Here’s what record shops around metro Phoenix have planned.

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