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There Is No Us brought the house down at Cottonwood record store

There Is No Us brought the house down at Cottonwood record store

By Jennifer GoldbergJanuary 12, 2025

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

10 classic albums turning 40 in 2025

10 classic albums turning 40 in 2025

By Tom ReardonJanuary 12, 2025

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

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The 10 albums for actually achieving your New Year’s resolutions

By Chris CoplanDecember 31, 2024

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

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Photos: Bad Cactus Brass Band celebrate new album with Valley Bar show

Photos: Bad Cactus Brass Band celebrate new album with Valley Bar show

By Jennifer GoldbergDecember 29, 2024

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

Here’s what the Phoenix rave scene looked like in the 1990s

By Benjamin LeathermanDecember 27, 2024

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

Where in Phoenix to party and drink on Christmas Eve and Christmas Night

By Benjamin LeathermanDecember 23, 2024

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

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The 10 most-read Phoenix New Times music stories of 2024

By Benjamin LeathermanDecember 18, 2024

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

Saxophonist Dave Koz is bringing his sax and holiday spirit to Mesa

Saxophonist Dave Koz is bringing his sax and holiday spirit to Mesa

By Timothy RawlesDecember 16, 2024

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

Johnny Zapp and friends bring supercharged rock to Last Exit Live

Johnny Zapp and friends bring supercharged rock to Last Exit Live

By Timothy RawlesDecember 13, 2024

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

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Phoenix band There Is No Us to play Maynard James Keenan’s new cafe

Phoenix band There Is No Us to play Maynard James Keenan’s new cafe

By Jennifer GoldbergDecember 13, 2024

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

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New tribute album honors Phoenix punk legends Sun City Girls

By Chris CoplanDecember 11, 2024

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

Phoenix screening of Redd Kross film promises a rockin’ good time

Phoenix screening of Redd Kross film promises a rockin’ good time

By Tom ReardonDecember 5, 2024

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

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The 10 best music venues in Phoenix

By Phoenix New Times WritersDecember 2, 2024

From epic concert halls to intimate rock bars, here are the top spots in Phoenix to see a show.

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Phoenix DJ collective Ladies Who Brunch spin for a good cause

By Tom ReardonNovember 25, 2024

The trio of turntablists want to participate in charity events and bring more women into the local DJ community.

Your guide to Better Together EDM festival in Phoenix

By Benjamin LeathermanNovember 21, 2024

Everything to know about the vibrant new EDM event headlined by TiÁ«sto, Fisher and Carl Cox.

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Tempe rock band Katastro will sing out forever

Tempe rock band Katastro will sing out forever

By Chris CoplanNovember 18, 2024

The band discuss their final album as both a celebration of the late Andy Chaves and a career-defining effort.

Your guide to Techno Snobs’ Obsidian 2024, the most unique EDM festival in Phoenix

By Benjamin LeathermanNovember 14, 2024

Phoenix’s most infamous EDM collective is putting on a rager in a unique location. What to know.

Your ultimate guide to Halloween 2024 parties in Phoenix

By Benjamin LeathermanOctober 25, 2024

Seven nights of spooky celebrations await at bars and clubs across the Valley.

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Punx for Pups brings together punk music and puppies for one-night festival

Punx for Pups brings together punk music and puppies for one-night festival

By Spencer WestOctober 24, 2024

The one-night punk festival will bring together punk music and puppies for a Howl-O-Ween event.

The final Bloodfest rave in Mesa was a crimson-soaked EDM freakfest

By Benjamin LeathermanOctober 18, 2024

The infamous Arizona dance party staged one last blowout with fire, freaks and a lot of fake blood.

Phoenix label Fervor Records marks 35 years with Rhythm Room show

Phoenix label Fervor Records marks 35 years with Rhythm Room show

By Tom ReardonOctober 17, 2024

Some of the biggest names in local music will be there to celebrate the record label.

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Phoenix Gen-Xers welcomed Live, Stone Temple Pilots with open arms

Phoenix Gen-Xers welcomed Live, Stone Temple Pilots with open arms

By Jennifer GoldbergSeptember 29, 2024

It was a night heavy on the rock ‘n’ roll and the 1990s nostalgia.

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