Phoenix bars and music venues open on Christmas Eve and Day
Where to drink, dance or see a show over the 2025 holidays.
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See Lady Gaga’s concert film Christmas Eve, ahead of Phoenix shows
A holiday gift from the iconic pop singer.
Hardcore finds a way: For the Rezkids 2025 benefit brought 1,000 fans to boxing gym
“This genre thrives in unconventional spaces.”
Carrying the torch: Sublime’s unexpected revival
Jakob Nowell stepped into dad Bradley’s shoes as frontman and is making history.
Why this beloved Phoenix music venue is closing soon
“It’s really, really hard to let it go.”
End of an Era: Family and friends remember Kevin Daly
Stories and memories about the rocker, gearhead and all-around good dude.
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‘Circling the wagons’: The Piersons hold holiday show at Yucca Tap Room
Longtime Tempe rockers are joined by bands and author Laurie Notaro to celebrate the season, rock ‘n’ roll style.
Lady Gaga’s Mayhem Ball Tour marks a return to the darkness that defined her
Gloriously gloomy, with its blend of heavy synth sounds, deep subject matter and lush gothic palette.
Maynard James Keenan’s shared songlist is a tribute to ‘80s goth
Here’s what the entire band listened to while recording their upcoming studio release.
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Tempe names Dec. 11 Kevin Daly Day for punk guitarist
How a grassroots push turned into an official city honor for a local music scene lifer.
The Paper Hats are back: A one-night reunion that’s all about joy
It’s been 8 years since their last gig.
These carolers ditched traditional Christmas tunes for rowdier ones
Raucous holiday songs that will shake your figgy pudding.
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What Record Store Day Black Friday looked like at Stinkweeds
The popular central Phoenix music store saw folks lining up before dawn.
Why this weekend’s Toys for Tots benefit in Phoenix is the ‘anti-Punk in the Park’
The event at Rips on Saturday will showcase 10 local bands performing for charity.
Roger Clyne is eager to show off new album
Hear “Hell to Breakfast” at upcoming Roger Clyne & the Peacemakers Dec. 6 show.
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Lost in the Kaleidoscope: Curating the internet’s favorite obscure psych playlist
Created during the pandemic, this trippy collection of tracks has become a go-to.
Andy Bell explains what it means to ‘dance for mercy’
The synth-pop singer and member of Erasure brings his Ten Crowns solo tour to town.
‘Presto’: The impact of Rush’s 1989 album
A deep, and personal dive, into the ‘Holy Triumvirate’s’ 13th studio release.
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Honoring Kevin Daly: The local music legend has died
Kind, cool and beloved. The elder statesman of the Phoenix music scene’s battle with cancer ended on Thanksgiving Eve.
Danny Brown brings the art of not fitting in to Tempe on Stardust Tour
The rapper’s latest ‘lays out a techno pop charcuterie board’ for listeners.
The Rebel Lounge offers Black Friday ticket BOGO
Upcoming shows are aplenty and include Greyhaven, The Antlers and Louis XIV.
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Remembering Jimmy Cliff: Reggae’s first international star
A look at the groundbreaking musician’s uncompromising politics.