15) Taylor Swift Made 15,000 New Best Friends in Glendale Last Night “They say with enough repetition, even the most asinine messages start to have a ring of truth to them. Hell, that’s not even just true in government propaganda. It’s the whole basis of the radio industry — “we’ll…
While it’s impossible to pass through a minute of social media quality time this week without being reminded of the sad demise of Motörhead’s Lemmy Kilmister, it does also remind me that one band was rechristened his namesake because of some club owner’s mistake in New Times. “It was one…
On Christmas Eve in 1945, Lemmy Kilmister entered our world, destined to become an integral part of rock and roll culture. On December 28, 2016, just a few days after he learned of his extremely aggressive cancer, he passed away. Lemmy left a musical legacy that will most likely exceed…
West Phoenix based rapper José “Low Key” Hernandez was in the process of making positive changes in his life. He was less than a year home from a six-month prison sentence for assault, but instead of boasting about it on records he decided to completely change his ways. But unfortunately…
It could be said that a lot of clowns grace the stage at Crescent Ballroom, but just over a year ago, the term held a little more weight when Puddles Pity Party visited for a fun night of music and, uh, you know, clowning around. Puddles himself is a sad…
Christmas came early for digitally attuned music fans this year, as the Beatles announced on Christmas Eve that their entire catalog would become available on streaming music services. (Remember that Michael Jackson bought the catalog in the ’80.) In just five days since becoming available, the 10 most popular Beatles…
In the realm of popular music, Detroit has always been a cultural powerhouse, churning out some of the most memorable tunes of the 20th century. Detroit can point to everyone from Bob Seger to Big Sean , and artists frequently integrate this identity into their music and brand. The idea…
The Maine – “Steal My Sunshine” The Maine are still riding high on the vibe of their celebrated album American Candy released last March and leaving no time to rest on their laurels have recently released a three-song EP called Covers (Side A), which features their take on tunes by…
Only a handful of days remain until 2015 turns into 2016 and there happens to be great concerts and live music events to check out almost every night. That’s especially true of Thursday, December 31, as tons of local bands and DJs will be out celebrating the occasion. Check out…
So how did your 2015 go? Whatever your answer, we’re guessing the past year was nowhere near as pimp as it was for the members of Jack Ü, the EDM superduo featuring Skrillex and Diplo. The artist formerly known as Sonny Moore, for instance, collaborated with everyone from Chance the…
Yes, we’re well aware that Christmas happens to take place this weekend and — in all likelihood — most of y’all will be busy with trimming the tree, decking the halls, making the yuletide bright, and whatnot. If you need a break from all the holiday hullabaloo, there happens to…
Since there’s inevitably going to be people out there who need a drink or three to get them through the holidays
Mitchell Hillman listens to more local music than just about anyone in the Valley. He presents his picks for best new music in his column, Right Hear, Right Now. The Love Me Nots – “Santa Bring My Baby Back To Me” I could think of no better way of kicking…
California-based musician Kepi Ghoulie, who primarily handles vocal and bass duties in his projects, is a man on a mission. He tours nonstop playing his signature garage-y, catchy, pop-punk songs, is continuously making new music, and creates original art that he sells at shows. He was in Chixdiggit, and spent…
Fans of the Valley’s old-school dance music scene are about to get a chance to check out some of their heroes from back in the day in action once again. That’s because some of Phoenix’s more legendary turntablists and selectors will be hitting the decks over the next couple of…
Ask yourself what you were doing in 1995 and the answer might depend on how old you were. If you were in your 30s, you were probably enjoying your regularly scheduled midlife crisis and getting divorced. In your 20s? Enjoying grunge and toying with a substance abuse habit, but of…
Looking for somewhere to bid a fond farewell to 2015 or experience a rockin’ New Year’s Eve? You’ve got no shortage of parties to choose from, as dozens upon dozens of affairs and events, ranging from the stylish to the salacious, will be happening across the Valley, each offering its…
Scottsdale party monsters have one less place to get their drink or groove on over the holidays as BLUR Nightclub has closed. The drinking and dancing spot, which was located just south of Camelback Road along Indian Plaza, quietly shut down earlier this month after only a year in operation…
This is part two of Mitchell Hillman’s 25 Best Albums Made by Phoenix Bands in 2015. Find part one here. Hillman listens to more local music than just about anyone in the Valley, and he selects his picks for best new music in his column, Right Hear, Right Now. 10. PRO…
For almost two decades, Zakk Wylde has always been equal parts influence and inspiration in the realm of rock and metal. By the time he was 20, he’d sparked Ozzy Osbourne’s interest and went on to co-write and record several albums with the Prince of Darkness, including the multi-platinum No…
Pyrotechnics and Aqua Net hair spray could normally be a combustible combination but thankfully no one’s spandex caught fire when Alice Cooper and Motley Crue rolled through town Saturday night at the Talking Stick Resort Arena. Co-headliner Cooper pulled out all the stops (and props) with a head-spinning romp…
25. Red Tank! – I Want You To Crowdsurf My Body at My Funeral Red Tank! probably could have made this list for the album title alone, but also they put out what was arguably the best punk album of the year with I Want You To Crowdsurf My Body…
