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Dork and Roll: The 7 Coolest Musical Acts in Nerd Culture

Dork and Roll: The 7 Coolest Musical Acts in Nerd Culture

By Chris CoplanMay 22, 2019

From Sex Bob-Omb to PaRappa the Rapper.

There’s a <i>Game of Thrones</i> Rave Happening With Hodor at The Van Buren

There’s a Game of Thrones Rave Happening With Hodor at The Van Buren

By Douglas MarkowitzMay 21, 2019

Kristian Nairn is a legitimate DJ.

Luna Aura Explores a Raw New Sound With New Single ‘Crash Dive’

Luna Aura Explores a Raw New Sound With New Single ‘Crash Dive’

By Jason KeilMay 16, 2019

“I feel like I finally found my sound and voice.”

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Run Boy Run’s Grace Rolland Steps Out on Her Own With Rising Sun Daughter EP

Run Boy Run’s Grace Rolland Steps Out on Her Own With Rising Sun Daughter EP

By Gerrit FeenstraMay 15, 2019

“Good music is worth something.”

Police Arrest Three Men in Theft of Lamb of God Guitars, Which Remain Missing

By Ray SternMay 14, 2019

The guitars are still missing

Homesick in San Francisco, decker. Returns to Arizona to Record a Live Album

Homesick in San Francisco, decker. Returns to Arizona to Record a Live Album

By Jason KeilMay 9, 2019

The Sedona singer-songwriter will be at Last Exit Live on May 10.

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<i>Knock Knock</i>-ing at Heaven’s Door: DJ Koze Makes His FORM Debut

Knock Knock-ing at Heaven’s Door: DJ Koze Makes His FORM Debut

By Gerrit FeenstraMay 8, 2019

“Pick Up” what this guy’s putting down.

Someone Tried to Sell Lamb of God’s Stolen Guitar on OfferUp

Someone Tried to Sell Lamb of God’s Stolen Guitar on OfferUp

By Ray SternMay 8, 2019

Guitarist Will Adler: “That’s 100 percent mine.”

Lamb of God Says Two Guitars Were Stolen From Ak-Chin Pavilion Before Show

Lamb of God Says Two Guitars Were Stolen From Ak-Chin Pavilion Before Show

By Ray SternMay 6, 2019

The metal band’s guitarist blames Ak-Chin for the theft.

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Concert Review: Slayer Play All the Brutal Hits, Kicking Off Final Tour in Phoenix

Concert Review: Slayer Play All the Brutal Hits, Kicking Off Final Tour in Phoenix

By Lauren WiseMay 3, 2019

One last devastating night with the metal legends.

After 40 Years, X Is the Last Original Punk Band Standing

After 40 Years, X Is the Last Original Punk Band Standing

By Mark C. HornMay 3, 2019

Singer Exene Cervenka on the band’s surprising longevity.

HEALTH Bring Their Punishing Sound to the Next Level

HEALTH Bring Their Punishing Sound to the Next Level

By Gerrit FeenstraMay 2, 2019

VOL. 4 :: SLAVES OF FEAR is the band most punishing record yet.

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<i>Afro-Punk</i> Director James Spooner Shows a Different Shade of Punk at FilmBar

Afro-Punk Director James Spooner Shows a Different Shade of Punk at FilmBar

By Jason KeilMay 1, 2019

“Realizing that punk had a black identity all along made it something I could embrace.”

Violent Femmes’ Brian Ritchie: ‘We Never Use A Setlist’

Violent Femmes’ Brian Ritchie: ‘We Never Use A Setlist’

By Amy YoungApril 30, 2019

There’s nothing punk about planning your show.

Earl Sweatshirt Fan Throws Drink Onstage During Mesa Show, Gets Thrown Out

Earl Sweatshirt Fan Throws Drink Onstage During Mesa Show, Gets Thrown Out

By Douglas MarkowitzApril 29, 2019

“You wasn’t expecting no public humiliation.”

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The Cactus Blossoms Shine on Independent New LP <i>Easy Way</i>

The Cactus Blossoms Shine on Independent New LP Easy Way

By Gerrit FeenstraApril 29, 2019

David Lynch’s favorite country band stops in Phoenix.

Smino: A Rapper Who’s the Real Deal Comes to Crescent Ballroom

Smino: A Rapper Who’s the Real Deal Comes to Crescent Ballroom

By Alma SchofieldApril 22, 2019

HIs Hoopti Tour comes to Phoenix on Monday, April 22.

Freedom at 21: Cayucas Look Back on ’98 on Pop-Forward New LP <i>Real Life</i>

Freedom at 21: Cayucas Look Back on ’98 on Pop-Forward New LP Real Life

By Gerrit FeenstraApril 18, 2019

Indie rock duo will be in Phoenix to launch their latest tour on April 21 at The Rebel Lounge.

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The <i>Phoenix New Times</i> Guide to Saturday’s Record Store Day 2019

The Phoenix New Times Guide to Saturday’s Record Store Day 2019

By Julian HernandezApril 12, 2019

Time to go crate-digging!

The Name of This Band Is Puppy and The Handjobs

The Name of This Band Is Puppy and The Handjobs

By Serene DominicApril 11, 2019

You may not find a crazier punk band this side of the border.

How Okilly Dokilly Got Their Song on <i>The Simpsons</i>

How Okilly Dokilly Got Their Song on The Simpsons

By Jason KeilApril 10, 2019

A dream come true for the Phoenix parody metal band.

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MRCH Turn a Bad Year Into a Great Song on New Single “Some Days”

MRCH Turn a Bad Year Into a Great Song on New Single “Some Days”

By Julian HernandezApril 8, 2019

“Across the board when we’re on tour, we get told, ‘You’re better live,’”

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