Latest Stories

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  10 Absolutely Essential Phoenix Records

  June 4 at 7 a.m.

  From the classic Duane Eddy hit "Rebel Rouser" to Andrew Jackson Jihad's 21st-century folk punk sound, here are 10 recordings that reflect the best of Phoenix's musical heritage.

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  The Past Lives of Tempe's Bars and Restaurants

  June 4 at 5 a.m.

  Here’s 11 Tempe locations that have amassed a long list of memorable (or not-so-memorable) tenants over the years.

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  Visual Aid: The Past Lives of Tempe's Bars and Restaurants

  June 4 at 5 a.m.

  Not so long ago, Tempe was one of the few drinking and dining destinations in central Arizona. Over the years, many a restaurateur or tavern proprietor has set up shop in Tempe, hoping to attract business from the alternative thinkers — and alternative drinkers — who’ve come for Arizona State University but stuck around after discovering the charms of life in a scruffy college town.
  
  Many of those establishments, of course, closed. New ones arose. The circle of life. But occasionally, we find ourselves thinking about those old ghosts, scratching our heads trying to recall the name of such-and-such place.
  
  Here’s a visual aid to 11 Tempe locations that have amassed a long list of memorable (or not-so-memorable) tenants over the years.

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  The Black Moods Let the Sunshine In

  May 7 at 7 a.m.

  They are a radio-ready band thriving in the streaming era.

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  Major Players: Phoenix Musicians Opening Bars and Restaurants

  April 30 at 8 a.m.

  Last month, we published a story on a current Phoenix-area phenomenon — members of the Phoenix music scene now opening their own bars and restaurants.
  
  In "Demos to Dining: Phoenix Musicians Are Opening Bars and Restaurants," we talked with local business owners behind Crescent Ballroom and Gracie's Tax Bar, Thunderbird Lounge and the Dirty Drummer. We also chatted with a major developer here to preserve Phoenix's culture, and a member of one of the latest restaurant groups in town, Instrumental Hospitality.
  
  The results were sweet and inspiring. The story was even highlighted on KJZZ's radio program The Show.
  
  But if you'd like to put a face to some of the story's major players, including our cover figure Grace Perry and Charlie Levy, take a spin through our accompanying slideshow.

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  Growing Up — Urban Farms Have the Potential to Transform Phoenix

  April 2 at 6 a.m.

  A in-depth look at the many urban farms across greater Phoenix.