Critic's Notebook

Sneak peek of this week’s pop-up concert and tattoo demo in Mesa.

There’s still time to get in some quality reading this summer.

Phoenix alt-rock group finishes first album courtesy of auto giant, will release at Crescent Ballroom July 31.

Music films around down spotlight punk, rock, and hip-hop creatives.

The reggae masters will perform July 18 at Marquee Theatre in Tempe.

Circa are set for a stripped-down performance at Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum.

Find out who’s dropping the bass at this year’s rave.

Here’s what we want to see out of the new venue.

2019 has been a huge year for awesome singles, albums, and EPs.

“There’s a lot of give and take between audience or musician.”

A Vegas-style EDM joint in the former DeSoto Market building.

If anyone knows how abusive the immigration system can be, it’s 21.

Felix Chevrolet supported Bag of Tricks Cat’s artwork — until they asked him to take it down.

A close relative of the band’s drummer is fighting brain cancer.

“We’ve called Arizona home because we love living here.”

Including Tyler, The Creator, Rico Nasty, Bill Callahan, and more.

“We’re supposed to be a dance band, but we’re not great dancers.”

Including Injury Reserve, Jai Paul, Vampire Weekend, Weyes Blood, and more.

Enough is enough.

“A house show with better beer.”

“People don’t care about catchy songs, they’re looking for guidance to how to feel.”

What has your favorite rapper done for you lately?