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'Cosmic Ray,' Writer of Arizona Biking and Hiking Guides, Dies at 74

By Ray Stern

Oct 15, 2020

He helped us explore our great outdoors.

Guitar Legend Eddie Van Halen Is Dead at 65

By Jennifer Goldberg

Oct 6, 2020

We say farewell to another rock legend.

Remembering Reggae Music Legend Toots Hibbert

By Mark C. Horn

Oct 6, 2020

The man who coined the term "reggae" died last month at the age of 77.

Phoenix Artists Create Good Trouble Bucket Inspired by Civil Rights Icon John Lewis

By Lynn Trimble

Jul 20, 2020

Here's how the late Congressman inspired their work.

Remembering Kristopher 'DJ Steel' Chupp, Longtime Valley Nightlife Fixture

By Benjamin Leatherman

Jul 17, 2020

Chupp passed away earlier this week due to complications from COVID-19.

DJ Steel Has Died

By Jennifer Goldberg

Jul 13, 2020

Kristopher Chupp, a.k.a. DJ Steel, was a longtime member of the metro Phoenix music scene.

Teddy Bernal, Owner of Frank and Lupe's Restaurants, Has Died

By Lauren Cusimano

Jul 7, 2020

He was only 45 years old.

Stepa J. Groggs of Injury Reserve Has Died

By Jennifer Goldberg

Jun 30, 2020

The hip-hop artist was only 32.

Rick Rosati of Rosati’s Pizza Has Died at 70

By Lauren Cusimano

Jun 26, 2020

Though Rosati resided in Crystal Lake, Illinois, he was in Arizona at the time of his death, assisting with a new pizza location.

How the Late Stefan Pruett Influenced the Metro Phoenix Music Scene

By Benjamin Leatherman

Jun 19, 2020

Remembering the late Peachcake frontman and "magical human being."

Former Arizona Opera Artistic Director Joel Revzen Has Died

By Jennifer Goldberg

May 26, 2020

Joel Revzen led 31 productions while at Arizona Opera.

Cecelia Miller, Activist and Founder of Fry Bread House, Has Died

By Chris Malloy

May 11, 2020

We celebrate Cecelia Miller, an icon of Phoenix food.

Phoenix-Area Restaurateur Patrick W. King Has Died

By Lauren Cusimano

Apr 9, 2020

King is said to have assisted in opening and developing more than 70 restaurants.

An Unearthed 2009 Interview With John Prine

By Serene Dominic

Apr 8, 2020

The gifted songwriter died yesterday of complications related to COVID-19 at the age of 73.

Doug Clark of Mighty Sphincter Is Dead at 58

By Tom Reardon

Mar 26, 2020

The death rock guitarist was a sensitive soul.

Sacred Reich Founder Jason Rainey Dead at 53

By Tom Reardon

Mar 24, 2020

He was the guitarist of the best thrash metal band in Arizona history.

Genesis Breyer P-Orridge Spent Her Life Mapping Out the Underworld

By Ashley Naftule

Mar 18, 2020

The artist's influence is felt even in Arizona's music scene.

Curtain Call: Actress Joy Bingham Strimple Has Left Us

By Robrt L. Pela

Feb 18, 2020

The local theater fixture was 79.

A Tribute to The Brand's Sarah Shelton

By Tom Reardon

Feb 14, 2020

The local punk legend died at the age of 38.

Remembering Bob Shane, Kingston Trio Co-Founder and Longtime Phoenix Resident

By Robrt L. Pela

Feb 10, 2020

He was the last surviving member of the influential folk group.

R.I.P.

Seven Terrible Rock 'N' Roll Accidents

Eight of the Best Alex Trebek Clips of All Time

R.I.P.

Seven Terrible Rock 'N' Roll Accidents

Eight of the Best Alex Trebek Clips of All Time

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