Critic's Notebook

“We’re three dudes that are fully dedicated to making it happen.”

The rapper is assisting the Phoenix family accosted by cops.

Phoenix’s cool little sibling shows off its festival chops.

Let’s get this bread.

“I think the challenge now is doing as much as we can with what we have.”

These Phoenix-area dads defy definition.

The talented new rapper comes to Phoenix.

Fewer big tours means more local ingenuity.

The “sad boy” band are growing up, fine-tuning their sound, and deciding what it all means.

“It was a dream come true for us.”

“Don’t spend 3/4 of the write up critiquing who we were in high school.”

Here’s where to go when the heat gets to you.

Hopefully Phoenix won’t be “Too Hot” for this show.

The multifaceted outfit are building a new future for Phoenix’s punk scene.

Get your jaw up off the floor.

From pool parties to hip-hop shows, there’s a lot going on.

From Sex Bob-Omb to PaRappa the Rapper.

Kristian Nairn is a legitimate DJ.

“I feel like I finally found my sound and voice.”

“Good music is worth something.”