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In Conversation with Max Cavalera

In Conversation with Max Cavalera

ButlerFest Is a Benefit Show for a Local Metal Hero

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Joe's Grotto: An Oral History of Phoenix's Now-Defunct Metal Haven

By Benjamin Leatherman
Oct 30, 2020

"In the '80s, all the musicians were partying and snorting coke together, going 'Yeah, I'm going to open up a bar someday,' and I eventually did it."
Rob Halford on His New Memoir, Plans for Judas Priest, and the Power of Hugs

By Lauren Wise
Oct 14, 2020

The heavy metal icon and Paradise Valley resident talks about his new autobiography — and where he shops for Halloween.
SiriusXM's Jose Mangin Found a Passion for Heavy Metal in Small-Town Arizona

By Lauren Wise
Jul 29, 2020

The radio host doesn't miss a chance to talk about his home state on the air.
The Five Best Local Songs of June 2020

By Chris Coplan
Jun 29, 2020

Here's a sampling of the diverse and dynamic sounds currently defining metro Phoenix.
The Pandemic Hasn't Slowed Down Megadeth's David Ellefson

By Lauren Wise
Jun 18, 2020

Streaming concerts, new albums — and even a Post Malone cover.
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.
These Arizona Music Nonprofits Are Taking Action

By Lauren Wise
May 26, 2020

Here are three ways you can help out locally.
How Alice Cooper and His Family Are Keeping Busy in Quarantine

By Lauren Wise
May 11, 2020

A new podcast, a new album, and tap dancing lessons. (Yes, really.)
25 Metal Jams for Your Quarantine

By Lauren Wise
Apr 14, 2020

Here are some songs to feed the soul during your isolation.
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.
A Guide to Creating the Perfect Running Playlist

By Jason Keil
Mar 31, 2020

Some songs to help you stay steady.
Five Experimental Albums to Dive Into (Now That We Have Time)

By Chris Coplan
Mar 26, 2020

This is one bizarre collection of tunes.
The Five Best Local Songs of February 2020

By Chris Coplan
Mar 4, 2020

Here is a sampling of the diverse and dynamic sounds currently defining the Valley.
Sorrower Grind on for a Decade

By Tom Reardon
Feb 6, 2020

The local grindcore band show their softer side.
We Ask Club Red's Owner About Metal Band Ghoul Throwing Blood and Guts

By Chris Coplan
Jan 31, 2020

The Valley's bastion for metal and hip-hop doesn't just take care of the audience.
Soulfly's Max Cavalera: 'I Still Get Nervous Before Shows!'

By Lauren Wise
Jan 30, 2020

The metal frontman dishes on this year's hometown show.
The Five Best Local Songs of January 2020

By Chris Coplan
Jan 29, 2020

A smattering of the diverse and dynamic sounds currently defining the Valley.
Local Dark Rockers Holy Fawn Talk About Their Surprise EP

By Ashley Naftule
Jan 24, 2020

If an EP drops and no one knows, does anyone listen?
Here Are Your Musical Horoscopes for 2020

By Chris Coplan
Jan 17, 2020

No matter what's coming in 2020, we've got your soundtrack.
Seven Obscure Local Releases From 2019

By Logan Lowrey-Rasmussen
Jan 8, 2020

Just because we missed them doesn't mean you should.