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How the Phoenix Rock Lottery benefits Rosie’s House
The Phoenix-based academy provides music education for students from lower-income families across the Valley.
Phoenix Rock Lottery concert turns random bands into musical gold
We spoke with past and present players about how everyone benefits from this event where randomized bands compete for glory.
Remembering Phoenix punk musician and writer Robert X. Planet
The prolific and ‘absurdly talented’ Phoenix artist/writer died on Jan. 5 at age 74.
Deafheaven announce new album, North American tour for April and May
The band’s new album, ‘Lonely People With People,’ drops March 28 ahead of a Mesa show on May 23.
Phoenix DJ Bloom Phase wins M3F’s Battle of the DJs competition
The upstart beatmaker has earned a slot to perform at M3F Fest 2025.
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The 5 best ABBA songs ahead of tribute band’s Phoenix concert
Because who needs an excuse to gush over the magic of ABBA?
Sleigh Bells return with new song, spring North American tour
The noise pop duo have released their first new song in three years, ‘Wanna Start a Band.’
Dear Post Malone, RSD Ambassador: please fix these 5 things about vinyl collecting
A short letter to Post Malone about how to make vinyl records fun, accessible and inclusive.
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Katy Perry returns to Phoenix for first time in 7 years
The pop singer’s The Lifetimes Tour will visit Phoenix’s Footprint Center on July 12.
Simple Minds announce North American tour for May and June
The ’80s legends are bringing Soft Cell and Modern English for a jaunt across the U.S. and Canada.
Glixen announce new headlining tour ahead of latest EP
The band are touring the U.S. in support of the forthcoming “Quiet Pleasures” EP.
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The Nash gets jazzed up with a $2.5 million facelift
As a key figure in Phoenix’s jazz scene, The Nash is now better positioned to hold shows and provide education.
Swedish House Mafia out, TiÁ«sto in for 2025 Coors Light Birds Nest in Scottsdale
The Dutch DJ-producer tags in for Swedish House Mafia on the Open’s closing day (Feb. 8).
Kraftwerk unveil new North American tour for March and April
The electronic music pioneers are visiting Phoenix on April 14 at the Orpheum Theatre.
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Billy Idol, Joan Jett & The Blackhearts plot joint North American tour
Billy Idol and Joan Jett & The Blackhearts will kick off a new tour in Phoenix on April 30.
‘A true Rasta’: Remembering Phoenix reggae icon Tony Culture
The Jamaican-born vocalist, MC and DJ died on Jan. 8.
The Linda Lindas launch North American tour for March and April
The young punk rockers are touring in continued support of 2024’s excellent ‘No Obligation.’
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The 5 reasons Sting rules as a proper rock star (even if he postpones shows)
Sting’s Phoenix concert on Jan. 23 may have been rescheduled, but the man still rules 10 ways to Sunday.
Nine Inch Nails announce world tour, Phoenix show for Sept. 16
Nine Inch Nails’ Sep. concert in Phoenix is their first in nearly five years.
Justin Timberlake’s six solo albums ranked ahead of Phoenix concert
The singer-actor, who performs in Phoenix on Jan. 23, has a robust and dynamic catalog of big hits and deep cuts.
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Photos: LöFest celebrated art, music, expression and bread at Last Exit Live
The Phoenix-born music and arts celebration featured performances by HammrLöf, Snailmate, A Casual Divorce and more.