Show Review: Dean Lewis plays emotional set at The Van Buren
The surprise and sheer joy on Dean Lewis’ face as he took the stage at The Van Buren earlier this week perfectly summed up the atmosphere of the evening. The Aussie singer was joined by Sara Kays on The Future is Bright Tour and a packed house was ready to laugh, cry and throw themselves […]
Show Review: Nothing But Thieves concludes their North American tour with show-stopping AZ performance
Another British favorite of Atlas finally made their way back across the pond for the first time in six years this week. Powerhouse rockers Nothing But Thieves brought their Welcome to the DCC Tour to an absolutely ecstatic crowd at Marquee Theatre as Arizona celebrated the band’s return. Friends of the band Kid Kapichi took […]
Show Review: Bishop Briggs and Misterwives bring powerhouse vocals to The Don’t Look Down Tour in Phoenix
For some of the best voices in the alternative scene right now, look no further than The Don’t Look Down Tour, featuring powerhouses Bishop Briggs, Misterwives, and Natalie Jane, a newcomer who proved she fit the bill just as well. The tour stopped through Phoenix on Monday night and nearly sold out The Van Buren […]
Show Review: Don Broco is ready to do Amazing Things on latest American tour
The air in Mesa’s Nile Theater was steaming on Sunday night for a nearly sold out show with Don Broco. The British rockers made their way back to the States for a proper headlining run, this time joined by The Home Team and an energy that only this band can unleash. Over the years, The […]
Show Review: The All-American Rejects closes their Wet Hot All American Summer Tour in Phoenix
There are some classic pop punk tracks that instantly transport the listener to a simpler time- memories of Warped Tour mosh pits, mixtapes and an idyllic youth all come to mind when The All-American Rejects are mentioned. The band is now back, better and probably weirder than ever and they brought their Wet Hot All […]
Gallery: James Blakes mesmerizes New York at Knockdown Center
British multihyphenate singer James Blake visited New York’s Knockdown Center last week for a soulful show that had the Queens crowd mesmerized. Sandwiched between his own extensive catalog of original tunes- based heavily in ethereal piano- Blake also included covers from Joni Mitchell, Metro Boomin and even a beautiful rendition of “Godspeed” by Frank Ocean. […]
Show Review: Chromeo tells Arizona to Funk Yourself at Marquee Theatre stop
Five years ago, the funk left Arizona, never to return- until this week, that is. Chromeo’s Funk Yourself tour experience landed at Marquee Theatre on Tuesday for a spellbinding night of infectious dance grooves and the most immaculate vibes. House music DJs Coco and Breezy opened the night with a carefully curated mix to get […]
Show Review: Boywithuke counts down to new album with sold out tour closer in Phoenix
The average age of the audience at The Van Buren on Tuesday hovered somewhere in the teens as the kids turned out en masse (parents in tow) for a chance to dance with Boywithuke. The faceless internet sensation was joined by Naethan Apollo for a sold out evening and no one wanted to miss a […]
Gallery: Boys Like Girls adds another epic stop to The Speaking Our Language Tour in California
The Speaking Our Language Tour, fresh from a sold out show in Phoenix, roared into California on Sunday. An enthusiastic crowd greeted Boys Like Girls, State Champs, 3OH!3 and Lolo at the Hollywood Palladium and each artist brought a wealth of energy to the iconic Los Angeles venue. With such a special show comes equally […]
Show Review: Patrick Droney brings a spirited set to sold out Crescent Ballroom
Fans of Patrick Droney’s mellow melodies were in for a treat when the singer-songwriter brought his Runaway Tour to Phoenix’s Crescent Ballroom on Saturday. The sold-out room leaned heavily Gen X, and those who were expecting a low key night out were pleasantly surprised by the lively performance in one of the Valley’s most beloved […]