Critic's Notebook

The late rapper, who died on Friday, lived in the Valley for several years.

Citrus Clouds, CERAMICS?, AJJ, and more.

Fifty years ago, the music legends came together in Los Angeles to record songs, and we finally get to hear the result.

Record Store Day happens on June 12 and July 17 this year.

The shock rocker’s new album is a love letter to the much-maligned city of Detroit and its legendary music scene.

Violet Choir, Glixen, Mile High Actors, and more.

He released 33 songs last year, and he’s not slowing down.

Commemorate the month of romance with some poignant love songs from Phoenix artists.

Music, ghosts, and burritos are some of the things you’ll hear about.

Phoenix Lights, meanwhile, is still up in the air.

2021 kicked off with tasty tunes from Teek Hall, Jerusafunk, and other Phoenix musicians.

From club kids to fitness fans.

He leaves behind a legacy of positive vibes and hard work.

A rare chance to peruse the offerings of one of Phoenix’s biggest vinyl collectors.

The rocky year of 2020 closes out with even more great music from local artists.

Sam Means, Playboy Manbaby, It’s Embarrassing, Kareem Ali, and more.

A new column by Robrt Pela delves into Phoenix vinyl culture.

Including which B-52s song inspired Lennon to get back into the recording studio.

Our fall music preview finally pays huge dividends with great new tunes.

The Soulfly and Sepultura singer has a new album with his metal supergroup, Killer Be Killed

But if it’s going to last another 15, it needs help with its annual fundraising campaign.

The “Old Town Road” singer does a fly-by of one of our state’s natural wonders.