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Rise 'n' shine: The Dirty Drummer's annual Rooster Club celebration is August 3

By Amy Young

Jul 30, 2025

The early morning shindig celebrates the repeal of the ban on Sunday morning booze sales.

Phoenix musician Veronica Everheart is moving to New York

By Natalia Jarrett

Jul 25, 2025

The indie-pop artist plays her last show this weekend at Rebel Lounge.

Jolthrower headlines a night of noise music in Miami, AZ

By Amy Young

Jul 24, 2025

Obscure audiologist whose sets are fueled by Jolt Cola joins Arizona and California bands for a night of sonic disruption.

'Only the Strong Survive': Murkemz makes his mark with Wu-Tang

By Mike Madriaga

Jul 18, 2025

Murkemz teams up with Inspectah Deck on a booming new single while continuing to build his career. Here's how it happened.

‘A positive force in the music community’: Remembering Phoenix vocalist Nancy Jackson

By Benjamin Leatherman

Jul 17, 2025

The singer and former co-owner of iconic Tempe nightclub Chuy’s died on June 25.

Thunderbird Lounge announces Living Room Sessions concert series

By Amy Young

Jul 17, 2025

The Melrose District hotspot invites you into close quarters for intimate performances by local acts.

Siblings and bandmates Dorsten talk about their creative process

By Andrew Dirst

Jul 16, 2025

The Phoenix brother and sister duo discuss a lifetime of playing together and their upcoming single, 'Porcelain Heart.'

Valley medical team goes mobile for musicians in need

By Natalia Jarrett

Jul 15, 2025

Dr. Housecalls of the Valley has performers covered, providing on-site treatment, from injuries to an invigorating IV.

Part Olympian, part rapper: Meet South Phoenix’s sonic outlier Will Claye

By Geoff Spears

Jul 14, 2025

'He’s not out here chasing a hit. He’s telling his story.'

WayneFest in Phoenix announces its 2025 lineup. Here's who is playing

By Benjamin Leatherman

Jul 10, 2025

The Coronado neighborhood's annual "micro" music festival on Nov. 7 will showcase local bands and artists.

The Format will reunite for a trio of shows

By Amy Young

Jul 9, 2025

The beloved indie-pop band is reuniting for a short run of shows.

Phoenix music club needs your help to survive the summer

By Amy Young

Jul 9, 2025

The owner explains the set of challenges inspiring the ask for community support.

Space Cadet Festival announces second year lineup

By Amy Young

Jul 3, 2025

Celebrating all things outer space, local and national bands land at Walter Studios for music and extra-terrestrial fun.

Legendary Phoenix record store in midtown is for sale

By Amy Young

Jul 1, 2025

Ever dream of owning a music store? Aisles of vinyl could be yours.

Skate punk legends JFA to play an intimate museum show in October

By Amy Young

Jun 27, 2025

Two of the band's members will play a special set of their iconic songs as part of a night of music and conversation.

Tempe Center for the Arts 48 Live series returns in October

By Amy Young

Jun 27, 2025

Tempe Center for the Arts will feature statewide acts at a Thursday night series starting in October. Here's the lineup.

Photos, flyers and memories: Two local music archives are IG havens for joy and nostalgia

By Tom Reardon

Jun 27, 2025

Arizona Music Scene Archive and AZ Punk Rock Museum's pages are full of pictures and show art from the '90s and early 2000s.

Mega Ran's second kids album is more than just child's play

By Benjamin Leatherman

Jun 26, 2025

"I realized there were just new layers of teaching that could happen through music."

Chandler Center for the Arts free summer concerts return in July. Here's the lineup

By Benjamin Leatherman

Jun 25, 2025

Chandler Center for the Arts summer concert series returns in July. Here's the lineup

Venomous Pinks' drummer Cassie Jalilie is battling cancer and more

By Tom Reardon

Jun 23, 2025

She talks about her challenges and the importance of self-advocacy.

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Andrew Cline from Astrologer's 'secret history'

Freakshow Cartel drop debut EP

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