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'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' actors Brian Tochi and Kenn Scott on how the 1990 movie has held up

By Benjamin Leatherman

Jun 2, 2023

“The Ninja Turtles helped change the world."

Q&A: Talking tacos with food festival host David Tyda

By Sara Crocker

May 9, 2023

Bar owner and food festival host David Tyda is bringing a brand new taco festival to downtown Phoenix.

Phoenix Suns Announcer Al McCoy on If They Can Win It All This Year

By Benjamin Leatherman

Apr 9, 2023

The legendary play-by-play announcer shares some memories of his epic career behind the microphone.

All Elite Wrestling’s Tony Khan: 'We’ve Wanted to Come to Phoenix For Years'

By Benjamin Leatherman

Feb 21, 2023

What's in store for AEW's long-awaited debut in the Valley.

Markus Schulz Wants You to Upload His Old Sets on Cassette

By Benjamin Leatherman

Feb 15, 2023

How the EDM legend got his start in Phoenix.

A Warm Welcome: Food Critic Dominic Armato Joins Phoenix New Times

By Tirion Boan

Feb 15, 2023

Dominic Armato joins the Phoenix New Times team to share his expertise with a monthly restaurant review series.

Power-Pop Legends Pollen's Forgotten Second Album Finds New Life on Vinyl

By Ashley Naftule

Aug 11, 2022

Pollen drummer and primary songwriter Bob Hoag revisits the power-pop quintet's long-neglected sophomore album, 1995's Crescent, after its recent re-release.

The Sopranos' Steve Schirippa on His Mesa Event, Family Ties, and the Show's Legacy

By Amy Young

Oct 13, 2021

He'll be at Mesa Arts Center this weekend with two other Sopranos alumni.

Dom Flemons on How His Favorite Phoenix Spots Influenced His Career

By Benjamin Leatherman

Jun 24, 2021

Including Ziggies, Stinkweeds, Encanto Park, and more.

The Chic Chef Is Opening a Spice Shop and Restaurant in Midtown Phoenix

By Bahar Anooshahr

Apr 20, 2021

Nik Fields, a personal chef to celebrities, is opening a spice shop next month.

Q&A: Rene Andrade on Grilling, Sonora, and His New Grand Avenue Restaurant

By Chris Malloy

Mar 22, 2021

One of the Valley's best young Mexican chefs is making big moves.

Lindsey Stirling Hangs by Her Hair for Her New Holiday Special

By Jason Keil

Dec 9, 2020

The former Gilbert resident has many talents beyond playing the violin.

Phoenix Indie Film Max Reload and the Nether Blasters Is 'Not Just For Gamers'

By Benjamin Leatherman

Aug 7, 2020

But they'll definitely get all the jokes and references in the flick.

Down and Out: Four Venues From the Phoenix Punk Heyday

By Chris Coplan

Oct 25, 2019

These gone-but-not-forgotten dives supported the city's dynamic punk scene.

Better Know a Musician: Closet Goth's Col Bauer Went to Wrestling School

By Ashley Naftule

Aug 21, 2019

The leader of the party band went to wrestling school.

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

By Amy Young

Apr 30, 2019

There's nothing punk about planning your show.

John Vanderslice Brings Songs From The Cedars to Valley Bar

By Tom Reardon

Apr 9, 2019

The singer-songwriter's other job is running a pair of record studios.

Get an Intro to the Music Industry at Fervor Music Business Summit 2019

By Amy Young

Apr 2, 2019

Wanna learn how to make it in music?

On Their New Album, The Maine Want to Make Sure You Are Ok

By Jason Keil

Mar 26, 2019

The band's new album drops this Friday.

Robyn Hitchcock: 'These Songs Are My Memoir. This Show Is My Life'

By Tom Reardon

Mar 26, 2019

The self-described "troubadour" plays the Musical Instrument Museum Tuesday, April 2.

Q&A

3 metro Phoenix music venues gone before their time

Henry Rollins coming to Mesa

Q&A

3 metro Phoenix music venues gone before their time

Henry Rollins coming to Mesa

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