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What's the Latest on Metro Phoenix's Struggling Music Venues?

What's the Latest on Metro Phoenix's Struggling Music Venues?

Local Arts CEO Hasn't Forgotten Her Electro-Pop Band Days

Local Arts CEO Hasn't Forgotten Her Electro-Pop Band Days

Here's Every Musician With a Beef or Lawsuit Against Donald Trump

By Benjamin Leatherman
Sep 16, 2020

A rundown of artists pissed at the president for using their jams.
These Arizona Music Nonprofits Are Taking Action

By Lauren Wise
May 26, 2020

Here are three ways you can help out locally.
'Know The Rules Before You Break 'Em:' A History of Phoenix Punk in the '80s

By Chris Coplan
May 14, 2020

Fans and bands talk about the pillars of Phoenix's punk scene.
We Heart Phoenix: Four Love Letters to the Valley's Music Scene

By Chris Coplan
May 13, 2020

Four love letters about what makes Phoenix a true musical hot spot.
This Is Bad for Everyone: How the Coronavirus Devastated the Phoenix Concert Scene

By Benjamin Leatherman
Mar 23, 2020

“It’s affected every part of the industry. Nobody’s been spared."
RIP Stan Devereaux: His Star Shines Bright After 50 Years

By Chris Coplan
Dec 3, 2019

"I've always been a singer. When I die, I'm gonna be a singer."
Phoenix Rapper Ali Tomineek Makes His Netflix Debut

By Alma Schofield
Oct 8, 2019

His appearance on Rhythm + Flow is a small part of his big year.
Danny Levie Talks The Lunchbox's Closing, Phoenix Culture, and What Comes Next

By Chris Coplan
Jul 18, 2019

"It was the best experience of my life — it changed me 360 percent," says owner Danny Levie.
Rapper and Actor Common Continues His Legacy of Love with New Album, Tour

By Alma Schofield
Jul 18, 2019

Rapper Common has a new album and book and bringing his act to The Van Buren on Sunday, July 21.
Jazz Club The Nash Is Looking to Leave Its Current Location on Roosevelt Row

By Lynn Trimble
Jun 13, 2019

Will they stay in Roosevelt Row?
'Basically Annual' Phoenix Independents Bowl Returns in July

By Jason Keil
Jun 7, 2019

Stay out of the gutter.
How Does the Phoenix Music Scene Survive the Summer Slump?

By Chris Coplan
Jun 6, 2019

Fewer big tours means more local ingenuity.
Commentary: Why I'm Saying No to Coachella

By Douglas Markowitz
Apr 16, 2019

Festival costs too much, funds homophobia, and then there's the "Radius Clause."
Get an Intro to the Music Industry at Fervor Music Business Summit 2019

By Amy Young
Apr 2, 2019

Wanna learn how to make it in music?
Could Phoenix Have Its Own SXSW?

By Chris Coplan
Mar 7, 2019

The Austin festival's decline could give the Valley a chance to shine.
As Phoenix Festivals Loom, Will M3F and Innings Succeed Where Lost Lake Failed?

By Chris Coplan
Feb 27, 2019

In an overstocked festival market, Lost Lake's failure begs the question: Does Phoenix need a city-defining music festival?
Do the Grammys Still Matter? Musical Trends to Keep and Leave Behind in 2019

By Chris Coplan
Feb 8, 2019

A new year brings new changes to both the national and local music scenes. What's to keep and what's got to go in 2019
The Rebel Lounge Will Launch a 'Make It Loud' Panel Discussion Series

By Ashley Naftule
Jan 14, 2019

Wanna learn how to make it in Arizona music? Look no further.
Travis Scott's Expensive Merch Proves That Streetwear Prices Are Out of Control

By Douglas Markowitz
Dec 20, 2018

I went to Astroworld and all I got was a $50 T-shirt.
Native Arizonan Stevie Nicks Makes Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Class of 2019

By Douglas Markowitz
Dec 17, 2018

She'll be joined by Radiohead, The Cure, Janet Jackson, and more.

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