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Critic's Notebook

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Wes Ringel Is Arizona’s Unlikely Piano Man

Wes Ringel Is Arizona’s Unlikely Piano Man

By Chris CoplanNovember 22, 2019

His is a tale of creative uncertainty and a showman’s passion.

Dani’s Local Dish: Feeling Thankful

By Dani CutlerNovember 21, 2019

KWSS 93.9 FM’s Dani Cutler is already unwrapping musical presents.

A Field Guide to the Valley’s Latin Dance Clubs

A Field Guide to the Valley’s Latin Dance Clubs

By Chris CoplanNovember 21, 2019

These clubs exemplify the rich Latin music scene across the region.

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Dead Hot Workshop’s Enduring Mystique

By Serene DominicNovember 20, 2019

Drummer Curtis Grippe keeps local music alive

Here’s the Lineup for the Arizona Hip Hop Festival 2019

Here’s the Lineup for the Arizona Hip Hop Festival 2019

By Benjamin LeathermanNovember 15, 2019

It gets underway this weekend.

KISS Aren’t Done: They Return to the Valley Next Year

KISS Aren’t Done: They Return to the Valley Next Year

By Jason KeilNovember 14, 2019

The cock rockers have extended their final tour.

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<i>Don’t</i> Panic Baby: The Local Favorites Finally Release Their Debut

Don’t Panic Baby: The Local Favorites Finally Release Their Debut

By Britt KempNovember 14, 2019

It almost didn’t happen.

Dani’s Local Dish: Youth Gone Wild

Dani’s Local Dish: Youth Gone Wild

By Dani CutlerNovember 14, 2019

The kids are full of life, energy, and new music, so buckle up.

Cold War Kids Go Beyond the Norms

By Amy YoungNovember 13, 2019

The indie band funk things up on their new album.

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Andy Warpigs on Building a Local Music Community

Andy Warpigs on Building a Local Music Community

By Em CasalenaNovember 11, 2019

The local folk-punk star wants to empower musicians.

Photographer Cynthia Connolly Brings D.C. Punk History to FilmBar

Photographer Cynthia Connolly Brings D.C. Punk History to FilmBar

By Ashley NaftuleNovember 7, 2019

She explains the connection between D.C. and Phoenix.

Dani’s Local Dish: I’m a Little Bit Country

Dani’s Local Dish: I’m a Little Bit Country

By Dani CutlerNovember 7, 2019

Two country-blues favorites are releasing new music this weekend.

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Battered Suitcases Release A Killer Bob Dylan Cover

Battered Suitcases Release A Killer Bob Dylan Cover

By Amy YoungNovember 6, 2019

And they’re now signed to a label.

The New Norman: Ghetto Cowgirl’s Lead Singer is Running for Tempe City Council

By Serene DominicNovember 5, 2019

Being a musician has prepared Marc Norman for politics, sort of.

Scottsdale’s Mia Studio Caters to the Film and Music Community

Scottsdale’s Mia Studio Caters to the Film and Music Community

By Serene DominicNovember 4, 2019

This isn’t your average recording facility.

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Here’s Why Helmet Don’t Have an Opening Band for Their 30th-Anniversary Tour

Here’s Why Helmet Don’t Have an Opening Band for Their 30th-Anniversary Tour

By Tom ReardonNovember 4, 2019

The band are outdone by their openers almost every time.

Halocene Accuse Australian Reality Show of Stealing Their Billie Eilish Cover

Halocene Accuse Australian Reality Show of Stealing Their Billie Eilish Cover

By Sara EdwardsNovember 1, 2019

The local band might be pursuing legal action over their “Bad Guy” cover.

Rush Bass Pro Geddy Lee Talks Shop

By Ashley NaftuleOctober 31, 2019

His new book is an ode to all things with four-strings.

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Dani’s Local Dish: Welcome to November Ye Playful Prisoners of Spacetime

By Dani CutlerOctober 31, 2019

Some Valley favorites are releasing new music this weekend!

Scare and Shout! Local Artists Share Their Creepy Tales

Scare and Shout! Local Artists Share Their Creepy Tales

By Chris Coplan and OthersOctober 30, 2019

These are the cultural equivalents of both a trick and a treat.

Performing Covers Isn’t A Gimmick for Lucy Dacus

Performing Covers Isn’t A Gimmick for Lucy Dacus

By Adam VitcavageOctober 28, 2019

The songs on her upcoming EP reveal a deeper connection.

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Christone ’Kingfish’ Ingram Brings a Youthful Spin to the Blues

Christone ’Kingfish’ Ingram Brings a Youthful Spin to the Blues

By Laura LatzkoOctober 28, 2019

The 20-year-old is already playing with legends.

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