DESERT STORIES

The famed foodist reflects on his decades in food media, presents his favorite culinary mega-hacks, and sings some of his funny food songs.

Eternal kicks off their tour with a night of metal mayhem in Tempe, joined by Dogyard, High on Formaldehyde, and High Castle.

SkaterCon 10 took over Goodyear Skatepark with pro skaters, punk bands, wild tricks, vendors, and a skate hurricane with an epic afterparty.

Brutal Bash 2 ravages The Nile Underground with six death metal bands delivering grotesque lyrics and sonic violence to devoted genre fans.

The first-ever Best in Grass Arizona awards highlighted top brands and products in the Valley, chosen by everyday consumers turned judges.

Tempe’s DIY scene unites to preserve Danelle Plaza as redevelopment looms, celebrating art, music, and community at POWER’S OUT.

The 11th annual Phoenix Rock Lottery took 25 local musicians and made five new bands to perform songs as a fundraiser for Rose's House

Rorschach Test brought raw industrial power to Phoenix's Rebel Lounge, with Torso and There Is No Us opening the intimate showcase.

Silverstein celebrates 25 years of music with Split Chain, Arm's Length and Thursday for a night of MySpace vibes only elder emos can get.

Belarusian cold-wave trio MOLCHAT DOMA sold out The Van Buren, turning it into a Safdie movie set with sinister synths and snake-like moves.

BONGINATOR and FROG MALLET packed The Nile on their "Froginator4 Modern Tourfare" co-headlining tour, featuring intense moshing and comedy