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Best in Grass holds first-ever Arizona awards; Ariez, Alien Labs and MPX dominate the night
The first-ever Best in Grass Arizona awards highlighted top brands and products in the Valley, chosen by everyday consumers turned judges.
Syd Schwartz
Mar 5


POWER’S OUT celebrates the 7th anniversary of The Danelle Project while reminding Tempe the culture it is at risk of losing
Tempe’s DIY scene unites to preserve Danelle Plaza as redevelopment looms, celebrating art, music, and community at POWER’S OUT.
Syd Schwartz
Mar 1


LAMB OF GOD and MASTODON rock the Valley on anniversary tour
LAMB OF GOD and MASTODON lit up The Arizona Financial Theater on Friday, August 23, 2024 on their "Ashes of Leviathan" tour.
Syd Schwartz
Sep 4, 2024

Dab into 710 with these stand-out concentrates
In-depth review of concentrate badder and cartridge oil from 22Red, Gelato Canna Co. and Muha Meds.
Syd Schwartz
Jul 10, 2024


GHOST turns cinemas across the world into chapels of Ritual with first-ever concert film
GHOST debut first-ever concert film, "Rite Here, Rite Now" with insane lore drops and amazing live performances
Syd Schwartz
Jun 25, 2024


TWENTY ONE PILOTS fans come together for an early listen of "CLANCY"
Twenty One Pilots fans got an early listen of their new album "Clancy"
Syd Schwartz
May 19, 2024


DETHKLOK is SO back, much to The Tribunal’s displeasure
Metal and adult animation icons DETHKLOK announced that they are officially back during their “Mutilation on a Spring Night” tour.
Syd Schwartz
Apr 25, 2024


Record Store Day 2024 brings vinyl collectors–experienced and new–together across Arizona
The 17th annual Record Store Day was another success in the books.
Syd Schwartz
Apr 24, 2024


The Valley comes ablaze and rings in the stoner new year at Budsapalooza
Bud’s Glass Joint in Phoenix, Arizona, hosted their third annual Budsapalooza celebration on April 19, 2024 to ring in the “new year”
Syd Schwartz
Apr 24, 2024


Local musician Ryan DeBenedetti celebrates 21st birthday with single from new project Arjayade
Ryan DeBenedetti is no stranger to the Phoenix music scene, having produced music since he was around 15, and spending a majority of his...
Syd Schwartz
Apr 11, 2024
MINISTRY is still going strong with their decade-long efforts to stick it to the man
Industrial metal legends MINISTRY graced the vintage Rialto Theater in Tucson, Arizona, on April 5, 2024, as the finale for their tour.
Syd Schwartz
Apr 10, 2024


22Red founder Shavo Odadjian meets fans at dispensaries across the Valley
Cannabis enthusiast and System of a Down bassist Shavo Odadjian visited the Valley yesterday, March 26, and today, March 27, on a tour of...
Syd Schwartz
Mar 27, 2024


Dreams come alive as Mute Swan proves “shoegaze” goes hard
Tucson indie band Mute Swan was joined by friends Angelhood, Evergreen and Twinstar last Saturday, March 9, 2024 to bring the Linger...
Syd Schwartz
Mar 18, 2024


Indie pop group Internet Tears release first single as part of new partnership with Black Barrel Records
The East Coast indie pop group Internet Tears released their new single "Death & His Friends” on March 1, 2024. This is the first of a...
Syd Schwartz
Mar 10, 2024


Fall Out Boy and Jimmy Eat World band together to make America emo again
Emo icons Fall Out Boy brought their friends and idols from Daisy Grenade, The Maine and Jimmy Eat World together last month to kick off...
Syd Schwartz
Mar 8, 2024


Alternative pop-rock band Phatt James debuts music video for third single “Seven Days”
Connecticut-based trio Phatt James, who blends the sounds of alternative rock and pop music for fans of artists like The Red Hot Chili...
Syd Schwartz
Feb 28, 2024


Olivia Rodrigo spills her grown-up guts in the Valley on second night of world tour
Rising pop icon Olivia Rodrigo–who just celebrated her 21st birthday on February 20, 2024–continued the start of her 2024 word tour for...
Syd Schwartz
Feb 26, 2024

Relentless Beats brings new initiative and event space to Phoenix’s warehouse district
One of Arizona’s largest sources for techno and EDM news and concerts, Relentless Beats, is elevating their support for the growing...
Syd Schwartz
Feb 20, 2024


Candy & Records celebrate second birthday with all-day bash featuring local vendors and live music
The Phoenix record store—founded by husband and wife Josh and Monika Golembiewski—went all out for its second birthday, bringing together...
Syd Schwartz
Feb 18, 2024


Phoenix’s longest-running Rocky Horror Picture Show shadowcast perform first show of the year
Frankie’s Fishnets performed their first semi-monthly show of the year at the Landmark Theater at Scottsdale Quarter on Saturday, January...
Syd Schwartz
Jan 29, 2024
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