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7 ways live music could help combat the loneliness epidemic

By Nikki Rickard | The Conversation

Jun 20, 2025

Here's how attending concerts can help alleviate feelings of disconnection and despair, even if you don't talk to anyone.

The Nash wants you to relax at its new weekly event

By Amy Young

May 28, 2025

Along with new events and a leadership change, the top brass at the jazz venue want to continue growing their audience.

Phoenix's very own 15-song Mardi Gras (or Fat Tuesday) musical crash course

By Chris Coplan

Mar 4, 2025

Here are some tunes for throwing your very own Mardi Gras/Fat Tuesday celebration.

Lady Blackbird blazes trail of community, honesty en route to Phoenix

By Joseph Darius Jaafari | LOOKOUT

Feb 27, 2025

The "Grace Jones of jazz" brings her powerful stage show to the Valley this weekend.

10 new albums streaming right now for Phoenix music fans (Feb. 7, 2025)

By Chris Coplan

Feb 7, 2025

From pulverizing prog metal to romantic indie rock, we have all the albums you'll need for this weekend and beyond.

The Nash gets jazzed up with a $2.5 million facelift

By Timothy Rawles

Jan 24, 2025

As a key figure in Phoenix's jazz scene, The Nash is now better positioned to hold shows and provide education.

Saxophonist Dave Koz is bringing his sax and holiday spirit to Mesa

By Timothy Rawles

Dec 16, 2024

The renowned saxophonist is lighting up Mesa Arts Center's Ikeda theater with Christmas cheer.

Phoenix jazz venue The Nash closes for $2.5 million summertime expansion

By Benjamin Leatherman

May 31, 2024

“We’re expanding the club and redoing it to make it more attractive with better seating and service."

18 songs for a laid-back smoke session this 4/20

By Chris Coplan

Apr 19, 2024

A high-flying collection featuring Paul Simon, IDLES, Nina Simone and more.

10 places to celebrate Mardi Gras (or Fat Tuesday) in Phoenix

By Jennifer Goldberg

Feb 13, 2024

Concerts, parties and plenty of drinks can be had all over the Valley to celebrate Mardi Gras.

Caroline Polachek, Subtronics and the Best Concerts in Phoenix This Weekend

By Benjamin Leatherman, Ashley Naftule, Glenn BurnSilver and Tom Reardon

Apr 27, 2023

Your options include a bass music rager, a blues benefit, and a hip-hop anniversary party.

Artist-Musician Paul Balazs Marries Comics and Jazz in Hazel

By Chris Coplan

Mar 28, 2023

This Phoenix artists pushes creative boundaries with a new project.

Phoenix Jazz Singer and 'Wild Woman' Francine Reed Celebrates Her New EP

By Tom Reardon

Feb 3, 2023

The local legend isn't done making new music.

Mesa Jazz and Blues Theater to Open This Fall in the East Valley

By Benjamin Leatherman

Aug 17, 2022

The East Valley is about to get more blues, jazz, and R&B concerts.

Westside Blues & Jazz Brings the Swing to West Valley

By Chris Coplan

Feb 23, 2022

Running for just under a year, the club focuses on local jazz and blues acts and a "speakeasy" vibe.

Songs That Make Us Think About Arizona (That Aren't About Arizona)

By Chris Coplan

Feb 9, 2022

A musical celebration of the many splendors (and eyesores) of the Copper State.

Best Phoenix Concerts This Weekend: MisterWives, Slow Pulp, Everclear

By Benjamin Leatherman

Nov 19, 2021

These are the concerts you're looking for.

Best Phoenix Concerts This Week: Slipknot, Japanese Breakfast, Rüfüs Du Sol

By Benjamin Leatherman

Nov 1, 2021

Masked metalheads, Japanese psych-folkers, and an Australian electronic music trio help lead off this month's concert offerings in the Valley.

The Five Best Songs From Phoenix Musicians in July

By Chris Coplan

Jul 26, 2021

New releases from Breakup Shoes, Bastik, and more.

How Jazz Musician Jermaine Lockhart Finds Inspiration on His Metro Phoenix Farm

By Amy Young

Jul 22, 2021

He believes that music can soothe the savage beast — humans and animals.

Jazz

Arizona Jazz Festival announces fall 2025 lineup

Mei Semones is coming to Valley Bar

Jazz

Arizona Jazz Festival announces fall 2025 lineup

Mei Semones is coming to Valley Bar

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