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 […]
Show Review: Boys Like Girls mounts triumphant comeback with sold out Speaking Our Language Tour
One of this year’s ultimate nostalgic lineups hit Phoenix last weekend and we’re still missing that feeling. Boys Like Girls is officially back together, making new music and out on the road- their visit to The Van Buren had a sold out crowd singing along like it was 2006. The duo of Sean Foreman and […]
Show Review: Victoria Monét shimmers at sold out Jaguar Tour stop
The Van Buren welcomed a sold out show to the jungle for Victoria Monét’s sold out Jaguar Tour this week. The multitalented performer had fans practically throwing themselves at the stage as she danced and sang her way through an impressive set in celebration of her latest album. Ambient pop singer Ambré opened the show […]
Show Review: Reneé Rapp’s Snow Hard Feelings Tour draws angelic fans in AZ
When Reneé Rapp asked her audience if everyone was okay and the answer was a resounding “no”, that’s how we knew the kids were alright. Gen Z was well-represented at Arizona Financial Theatre this week, with the turnout for Rapp’s Snow Hard Feelings Tour arriving in their weekday best- angel halos and all. Opening the […]
Show Review: Motionless in White scores the end of the world at Mesa Amphitheatre
A burning late afternoon show drew metalcore fans of all ages to Mesa Amphitheatre this week for the return of Motionless in White. The Touring the End of the World Tour boasted one of the most stacked heavy lineups of the year and the brutal Arizona sun did nothing to prevent thousands of black-clad fans […]