Critic's Notebook

As the Phoenix punk scene continues to flourish, here are some non-local records to

Fans of metalcore, hard rock and post-grunge are in for a treat.

The Phoenix-based academy provides music education for students from lower-income families across the Valley.

We spoke with past and present players about how everyone benefits from this event where randomized bands compete for glory.

The prolific and ‘absurdly talented’ Phoenix artist/writer died on Jan. 5 at age 74.

The band are touring the U.S. in support of the forthcoming “Quiet Pleasures” EP.

As a key figure in Phoenix’s jazz scene, The Nash is now better positioned to hold shows and provide education.

The Jamaican-born vocalist, MC and DJ died on Jan. 8.

As TikTok is about to be banned in the U.S., we look at these old jams and pop hits that should have been viral sensations.

The Phoenix duo talk about the placement of their 2022 single “Anxious and Angry” on the HBO series as well as new plans.

There was plenty to see in Cottonwood on Dec. 14, when There Is No Us performed at Maynard James Keenan’s Cottonwood record store.

These albums by The Cult, New Order and more are entering their fifth decade this year.

Be it Death Grips or Taylor Swift, these albums should make for a much better 2025.

The popular Phoenix band marked the debut of “Back for Another Round” with a lively show in downtown Phoenix.

A look back at the parties and PLUR of the Valley’s rave landscape of yesteryear.

Santa won’t be the only thing stirring after dark.

Readers wanted to know about Phoenix venues past and present, concert news and Maynard James Keenan.

The renowned saxophonist is lighting up Mesa Arts Center’s Ikeda theater with Christmas cheer.

Johnny Zapp, Truckers on Speed, and Big Finish will rock Phoenix this weekend.

For frontman Jim Louvau, it’s a chance to do something new: play music and exhibit his photography in one event.

The album features covers from JFUNK/Jerusafunk, Golden Boots and No Stones, among others.

“Born Innocent: The Redd Kross Story” is a new documentary about the longtime L.A. rock band.