Critic's Notebook

Some of the best bands in Phoenix, period.

Sundressed – “Limelight” with Charles Barth The moments leading up to the release of Sundressed’s A Little Less Put Together are killing me with anticipation. “Limelight,” featuring Charles Barth of Saddles, is the latest single from the album, and it’s another killer track from your favorite weasel punks. Each song…

The Valley’s newest record shop opened in December.

And so begins the reign of King Fuckboy, First of His Name.

Phoenix Afrobeat Orchestra isn’t standing still as Donald Trump becomes president.

Things are really moving along with Charlie Levy’s new music venue in downtown Phoenix.

It’s the end of an era for weird downtown music.

new music abounds

The “Soul Man” singer will perform at the president-elect’s inauguration party.

The Night of Neuralgia #4 is happening in solidarity with the Nasty Women: Phoenix Unite exhibition.

Just outside of Cave Creek, Katy Davidson got her start playing along with Liz Phair and Pearl Jam CDs.

The kids are alright.

Darkwave: Like new ewave, but more depressed.

Hot new singles from your area.

If you’re living on a prayer, try entering this contest.

Some people say couples who have been married for decades start to look like each other. Others joke that pet owners start to resemble their dog or cat after years of companionship. The idea that prolonged physical proximity can create a physical resemblance might be malarkey, but it is true…

The amount of artistry that went into music videos in the local scene this year is impressive.

It’s quite the treat for the eyes.