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Tucson Rocker Turned Author Dan Stuart Is Bringing His Latest Crime Novel to Tempe

By Tom Reardon
Nov 10, 2022

There's music, murder, and golf in Stuart's new book.
Indie Rockers Louden Swain Are Hitting Phoenix This Weekend for the Supernatural Con

By Timothy Rawles
Nov 9, 2022

The indie rockers have a new album and some big things planned for the fan convention.
ASU Football Player Turned Viral Singing Star Gus Farwell Returns to Tempe

By Timothy Rawles
Nov 2, 2022

Gus Farwell got famous for singing on his Barcelona balcony during the pandemic. Here's how you can see him for free.
Three Breakout Stars of the Arizona Music Scene Are Teaming Up for a Can’t-Miss Concert

By Jennifer Goldberg
Oct 20, 2022

Don't skip the show at Arizona Financial Theatre on October 28.
The Doobie Brothers and Tom Johnston Keep on Rollin' While Rockin' Since 1970

By Timothy Rawles
Sep 29, 2022

The singer didn't start out wanting to be a music icon.
The Worldwide Freakout Returns: Film Series Shines Its Light on Shatner

By Amy Young
Sep 28, 2022

Dan Stone is presenting his latest piece of work — Shatner: The Motion Picture — as part of his ongoing series, the Worldwide Freakout, at Majestic Neighborhood Cinema Grill in Tempe on Saturday, October 1.
Phoenix Native Nick Wetta Bootstraps His Own Western Wear Company

By Geri Koeppel
Sep 27, 2022

The love of the Western look and the goal of preserving iconic American fashion led Nick Wetta to start his own company, West Major, in 2019.
Sedona-Based Chapman Stick Master Shares the Story Behind His Songs

By Tom Reardon
Sep 22, 2022

Sedona musician Michael Kollwitz is one of the world’s most prolific players of the Chapman Stick, a little-known stringed instrument that is capable of a wide range of sound.
Johnny Zapp Desires a Music World With 'More Rock' and 'Less Assholes'

By Timothy Rawles
Sep 15, 2022

This may be the most personal record of Johnny Zapp's professional career.
Musician Dave Alvin’s New Highway a Peerless Lyrical Odyssey

By Mark C. Horn
Sep 13, 2022

The veteran singer-songwriter shares a collection of his writings, encompassing lyrics, poems, short stories and eulogies from his 40-plus-year odyssey of music-making.
Jesse Valencia Wants to Be The First Band On Mars

By Chris Coplan
Aug 31, 2022

The actor-singer-writer explores the psychedelic stars for his debut solo album.
Love & Drugs: The New Album by Anarbor Sounds Different Than the Others

By Timothy Rawles
Aug 30, 2022

Lead singer Slade Echeverria says this record hits differently.
Kyle Holbrook Sends Peaceful Message With Murals on Roosevelt Row

By Timothy Rawles
Aug 29, 2022

The antigun message behind Kyle Holbrook's murals is also a personal one.
TJ Friga Goes From Punk to Introspection in Building New Band

By Gannon Hanevold
Aug 26, 2022

Best known for being the lead guitarist for beloved Phoenix punk group Playboy Manbaby, TJ Friga is veering off in an introspective direction with his new band called hhharpies.
Living in Delusionville: Film Doc Puts Some English on Street Art

By Timothy Rawles
Aug 25, 2022

Street artist Ron English talks about creating his work in the new documentary entitled Living in Delusionville.
Valley Favorites The Venomous Pinks Are Growing Up Right Before Our Eyes

By Tom Reardon
Aug 25, 2022

For longtime fans of the band, it must be inspiring to see how The Venomous Pinks have grown during their career.
The Sweet Story Behind the New-Ish Candy & Records

By Chris Coplan
Aug 25, 2022

The Sunnyslope shop, which opened in January 2022, is a grand tale of romance, community, and super clean vinyl.
Phoenix Rapper Pariah Pete Takes Personable Approach to Get His Words Heard

By Gannon Hanevold
Aug 19, 2022

Pariah Pete has a permanent chip on his shoulder, and his musical influence comes from everywhere.
Why '80s Movie Icon Corey Feldman Is All About Making Music Now

By Jennifer Goldberg
Aug 17, 2022

You can see him perform tonight at Marquee Theatre in Tempe.
Sundressed Frontman Trevor Hedges Looks Like a Real 'Winner' This Year

By Gannon Hanevold
Aug 12, 2022

In 2022, the frontman celebrated the Tempe-based punk band's 10th anniversary, released the group’s first new single in two years, and even got married.

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