Critic's Notebook

It was shot inside The Van Buren.

The American Idol finalist on his journey through hell and back.

Here is a sampling of the diverse and dynamic sounds currently defining the Valley.

Help Arizona artists get what they’re owed.

Some made us laugh and others gave us the feels.

The folk-rock group remind us that we’re all in this together.

Checking in with the folks behind Fervor Records, Lumberjerk Records, and Moone Records about keeping the music alive.

Bob Dylan wasn’t the first to have a hit song that’ll have you checking your watch.

The skater is honored (we think) by the tune that bears his name.

Jim Bachmann added a new twist to the Facebook Live performance.

His face mask is sequined like his shirts.

Here are some songs to feed the soul during your isolation.

But there are a few catches, of course.

Get advice on how to stay creative from local artists.

The Tucson native gets down to business.

It’s a collection of 55 tracks that showcases local talent.

Time to put some melody in your quarantine.

The Tempe band are getting creative on YouTube.

Being a good neighbor and a kickass musician takes some courtesy.

Grace Slick tried to dose who?

Here is a sampling of the diverse and dynamic sounds currently defining the Valley.

The owner of the Scottsdale venue has done it all.