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Phoenix band Fayuca’s new album ‘Clementine’ blooms
Features

Phoenix band Fayuca’s new album ‘Clementine’ blooms

By Christina Fuoco-KarasinskiApril 17, 2026

See Fayuca play this weekend at Reggae Rise Up Arizona.

caution tape and warning signs bar people from approaching a warehouse purchased in surprise to become an ICE detention center.
Politics & Government

Arizona candidate makes AI show tune about ICE’s Surprise facility

By Morgan FischerApril 2, 2026

How much do you like musical theater? ICE? AI? The answers will determine how much you like this song.

Features

New Phoenix band Ones Loved drops daydreamy pop-rock EP ‘Oleander’

By Amy YoungFebruary 11, 2026

‘I feel like the songs are very hopeful,’ Jim Andreas, the prolific guitarist and singer, says of the new record.

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Features

Benefit helps families affected by ICE raids

By Amy YoungJanuary 31, 2026

Gather for music, art and activism.

Critic's Notebook

11 anti-ICE songs from local and national artists

By Andrew DirstJanuary 30, 2026

With ICE now in Phoenix, here are some recently-released protest tracks from the likes of Springsteen and more.  

Features

Phoenix rocker Mike Skullbuster knew he was a poet all along

By Tom ReardonJanuary 30, 2026

His latest poetry book features original paintings and drawings.

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Phoenix concertgoers gathered for a recent show put on by The Coven.
Concerts

Why this Phoenix promoter postponed a concert due to ICE

By Benjamin LeathermanJanuary 30, 2026

“I have little doubt it was the wrong call.”

Features

Playboy Manbaby is taking ‘Violence’ on the road

By Anwar NewtonJanuary 27, 2026

The band is now “a self-annointed corporation”

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Features

Fountain Hills Music Fest announces 2026 lineup

By Amy YoungJanuary 20, 2026

Bands, parking and more: Here’s everything we know.

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Critic's Notebook

9 beloved Arizona bands from the ’80s and ’90s

By Chad CarnahanJanuary 15, 2026

How many do you remember?

Features

‘The Longest War’: Scorpion vs. Tarantula drops new record, hosts show

By Tom ReardonJanuary 14, 2026

“Eleven skull-piercing, blood-curdling tracks”

Features

Phoenix benefit concert raises funds for Tucson Folk Festival

By Amy YoungJanuary 13, 2026

15 Arizona bands perform at the Rhythm Room. Here’s the lineup.

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Features

Phoenix band heads to Memphis for International Blues Challenge

By Christina Fuoco-KarasinskiJanuary 9, 2026

Rino kicks off their trip with a Jan. 10 local show.

Features

Pelvic Meatloaf turns 35 as one member opens cat rescue

By Tom ReardonJanuary 8, 2026

To celebrate, heavy metal and animal care merge at an all-day benefit show.

Features

Hardcore finds a way: For the Rezkids 2025 benefit brought 1,000 fans to boxing gym

By Mike BengoecheaDecember 22, 2025

“This genre thrives in unconventional spaces.”

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Features

End of an Era: Family and friends remember Kevin Daly

By Tom Reardon and OthersDecember 18, 2025

Stories and memories about the rocker, gearhead and all-around good dude.

Features

‘Circling the wagons’: The Piersons hold holiday show at Yucca Tap Room

By Amy YoungDecember 17, 2025

Longtime Tempe rockers are joined by bands and author Laurie Notaro to celebrate the season, rock ‘n’ roll style.

Critic's Notebook

5 must-hear records by Phoenix bands

By Tom ReardonDecember 15, 2025

These bands got aurally absorbed on a cross country driving trip. Here’s how they fared.

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Opinion | Community Voice

‘How one of the worst shows ever turned into a legendary house party’: Psyko Steve Presents turns 25

By Stephen ChiltonDecember 15, 2025

The prolific promoter takes a look back at more than two decades of concerts. How many of these shows did you see?

Concerts

The Maine announce long-awaited headlining tour dates

By Amy YoungDecember 8, 2025

Formed in Tempe, these hometown faves will play The Van Buren in March.

Features

The Paper Hats are back: A one-night reunion that’s all about joy

By Joe GolfenDecember 8, 2025

It’s been 8 years since their last gig.

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Features

Roger Clyne is eager to show off new album

By Christina Fuoco-KarasinskiDecember 3, 2025

Hear “Hell to Breakfast” at upcoming Roger Clyne & the Peacemakers Dec. 6 show.

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