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Here Are August's Best New Songs From Arizona Musicians

By Chris Coplan

Sep 1, 2020

Listen to these new tunes immediately.

Until the Shows Go On: Music Lovers Share Their Favorite Summer Concerts

By Chris Coplan

Aug 11, 2020

Hey, do you miss concerts? Yeah, us too.

The Five Best Local Songs of July 2020

By Chris Coplan

Jul 30, 2020

Here's a sampling of the diverse and dynamic sounds currently defining metro Phoenix.

Arizona's 40 Most Influential Musicians

By Benjamin Leatherman

Jun 11, 2020

A "who's who" of the most iconic, most important, and most influential musicians and bands who are associated with our state.

The Senators Dream of the 'Wild Wide Open'

By Jason Keil

May 5, 2020

It was shot inside The Van Buren.

Exclusive: The Senators Premiere Music Video Series Filmed Inside The Van Buren

By Jason Keil

Apr 28, 2020

The folk-rock group remind us that we're all in this together.

Lumberjerk Records Is Bringing Back the Comp Album

By Chris Coplan

Apr 9, 2020

It’s a collection of 55 tracks that showcases local talent.

Help Us Build Our Social Distancing Playlist

By Phoenix New Times Music Writers

Mar 25, 2020

Because staying at home needs a soundtrack.

A Field Guide to the Valley's All-Ages Venues

By Chris Coplan

Feb 19, 2020

The best venues for exploring weird art, whether you're 16 or 65.

The Senators Sing Beautiful Tales

By Jason Keil

Jan 14, 2020

The folk band widen their scope by paring things back.

Rex Orange County Loves You Madly

By Chris Coplan

Jan 10, 2020

The 21-year-old sensation won over everyone at The Van Buren.

AJJ Celebrates Can't Maintain's Anniversary at Cowtown S.K.A.T.E.'s Annual Fundraiser

By Amy Young

Oct 1, 2019

The show will raise funds for a skate park.

Scottsdale Arts Spotlights Local Musicians With Live & Local Series

By Lynn Trimble

Sep 23, 2019

For starters, it has a new Live & Local series.

Who Got the Woodstock Bump?

By Serene Dominic

Aug 19, 2019

The artists who were helped (or hurt) by the festival.

How a Fortoul Brothers Sketch Inspired The Senators' New Album Cover

By Lynn Trimble

Aug 15, 2019

How The Senators Snagged Album Art by the Fortoul Brothers.

Calexico and Iron & Wine: A More Perfect Union

By Amy Young

Aug 14, 2019

The 14-year wait was worth it.

Phoenix New Times' Favorite Albums of 2019 (So Far)

By Douglas Markowitz

Jul 3, 2019

Including Tyler, The Creator, Rico Nasty, Bill Callahan, and more.

Rev Up Those Banjos: Mumford & Sons Are Coming Back to Phoenix

By Douglas Markowitz

Jun 24, 2019

Mum's the word.

FORM Arcosanti 2019: Skrillex, DJ Koze, Fred Armisen Wrap Up Day Three

By Douglas Markowitz

May 13, 2019

An oh-so-peaceful ending.

Violent Femmes' Brian Ritchie: 'We Never Use A Setlist'

By Amy Young

Apr 30, 2019

There's nothing punk about planning your show.

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The Five Best Local Songs of October 2020

Fall 2020 Phoenix Music Preview

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The Five Best Local Songs of October 2020

Fall 2020 Phoenix Music Preview

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