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Inside the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ overlooked music catalog
Sure, everyone knows the theme song, but the ‘heroes in a half-shell’ have a trove of tunes.
5 most-anticipated albums of 2026
Hip-hop, raucous electro-post-punk and country among this batch of records dropping early in the year that we can’t wait to hear.
Where to order Chinese takeout on Christmas Day
If feasting on noodles and fried rice in your pajamas sounds like the perfect holiday, here’s where to order.
Don’t want to cook on Christmas? 10 Phoenix restaurants to visit instead
Let the pros handle the cooking this Christmas with holiday buffets, special menus and takeout options.
The 10 best new Phoenix restaurants of 2025
Dozens of restaurants have opened around the Valley over the last year. These 10 stand out above the rest.
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Maynard James Keenan’s shared songlist is a tribute to ‘80s goth
Here’s what the entire band listened to while recording their upcoming studio release.
The 10 best Chinese restaurants in Phoenix
From cafes serving delicious dim sum to family restaurants fit for a feast, these spots sell the best Chinese food in town.
Flies and foul fish: The 9 worst restaurant inspections of November
Along with eight other problematic eateries, one Valley grocery store had major issues last month.
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These carolers ditched traditional Christmas tunes for rowdier ones
Raucous holiday songs that will shake your figgy pudding.
Here are the top artists Phoenix listened to on Spotify this year
We see you Phoenix: You have Kendrick and Drake on the brain.
Lost in the Kaleidoscope: Curating the internet’s favorite obscure psych playlist
Created during the pandemic, this trippy collection of tracks has become a go-to.
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The 7 most exciting new restaurant openings of November
Last month brought a new steakhouse and cocktail bar to Phoenix, a pizzeria and arcade to Tempe and a fine-dining restaurant to Gilbert.
Sonic attacks: 10 top diss tracks that waste no words
Lily Allen, Ice Cube and even the Apostle Paul have thrown some brutal lyrical shade.
10 Phoenix restaurants to dine out on Thanksgiving Day
Want to go out to eat on Thanksgiving Day? Here are 10 Valley spots to make a reservation.
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5 top fictional bands in film history
Before Huntr/X and Saja Boys battled it out, a slew of movie bands gave us earworms.
25 Phoenix restaurants with private dining areas
Perfect for holiday parties and family gatherings, these spots offer space for every size of event.
3 Valley spots named among nation’s best restaurants of 2025
An eatery known for romance, plus two surf and turf spots were named some of the best restaurants in the country.
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Mold and chemicals: The worst restaurant inspections in October
County health inspectors found moldy food, rusted machinery and chemicals in unsafe places last month.
The Top 100 Bars in Phoenix
From classic dives to cocktail spots, beer and wine taprooms and neighborhood favorites, here are our top 100 bars to grab a drink across the Valley.
The top 10 burger joints in Phoenix
Whether you’re craving a crispy smash burger or a meatball-sized patty, these 10 Valley burger joints have you covered.
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Seven perfect albums to listen to during a breakup
Splitting up can suck. These records and an ugly cry alone in your room may be just what you need.