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Arizona's Most Influential Musicians

Phoenix New Times Music Writers July 28, 2017 12:45PM

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The venue's being inducted into the Arizona Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame.
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Including Jane N' The Jungle, Sara Robinson Band, and PAO.
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