Show Review: CIX’s Save Me, Kill Me world tour lights up Tempe
As the KPOP wave continues to grow, more groups have made Arizona a regular stop on their tours- and Tempe’s Marquee Theatre was treated to an appearance by CIX last month. The five member group showed off their incredible performing chops on the Save Me, Kill Me Tour. The LED screen behind them lit up […]
Show Review: half alive takes fans through the seasons at Phoenix tour opener
A massive white sheet obstructed the stage as the first notes of “Tip Toes” resounded through the speakers, and shadows danced behind the curtain to create dizzying changing shapes — such was the memorable introduction to half alive’s set in Phoenix, their first show on the U.S. leg of their Conditions of a Punk tour. […]
Show Review: OnlyOneOf’s Grand America Tour is a rainbow extravaganza in Phoenix
Phoenix’s Orpheum Theatre was awash in all the colors of the rainbow in anticipation of OnlyOneOf’s first visit to Arizona. Armed with pride flags, light sticks and banners, fans filled the historic venue for an unforgettable night. The six-member group has made waves in the KPOP world for their queer-friendly concepts and the result has […]
Show Review: Phoneboy gets the party going at Valley Bar
Last week had downtown Phoenix buzzing with springtime cheer as the weather was perfect for a beautiful First Friday of a new season. Coming all the way from New Jersey, Phoneboy visited Valley Bar, accompanied by none other than Phoenix natives Breakup Shoes. Unsurprisingly, the crowd was already packed by the time Breakup Shoes graced […]
Show Review: M83 mesmerizes Phoenix at Fantasy Tour kickoff
More than a decade after the release of the iconic “Midnight City,” M83 is back in the game with new album Fantasy and their first tour in several years. The group kicked off their run with two nights in Phoenix, resurrecting tracks that haven’t been played live in more than a decade and bringing the […]
Show Review: Pop Evil brings eclectic group of fans together for memorable Skeletons Tour stop
“We all have skeletons,” explained Pop Evil frontman Leigh Kakaty. Regardless of your age, color, or creed, every person has this in common, and the group has centered on this theme for new album Skeletons and its eponymous tour that hit Tempe over the weekend. And it came to life in the Marquee Theatre, where […]
Show Review: Joshua Bassett’s Complicated Tour keeps it simple in Phoenix
The Complicated Tour began with a literal leap in Phoenix last week when Joshua Bassett bounded onstage, practically landing in the outstretched arms of his adoring fans. The Van Buren’s sold out crowd showed that level of love all night for a concert that radiated joy and light. Opening act Lindsey Lomis was all smiles […]
Show Review: Bryce Vine’s Serotonin Tour is just what the doctor ordered
A shot of serotonin was just what the doctor ordered this week and Bryce Vine showed up just in time to deliver. His tour landed at The Van Buren in Phoenix for a sold out night of good vibes and- count ‘em- 26 songs on a jam-packed setlist. Here to get the show on the […]
Show Review: Stray Kids concludes the Maniac World Tour with massive stadium encore
The silhouette of eight imposing figures emerged in a flash of light and fog as the members of Stray Kids surveyed a sold out BMO Stadium in California this past weekend. After over a year on the road, their massive Maniac World Tour came to its conclusion with two encore concerts that drove home the […]
Album Review: Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness’ latest is stunning, honest soundscape
Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness- the umpteenth magical musical brainchild of Andrew McMahon- is already on its fourth studio album. Tilt at the Wind No More is a collection of 11 tracks that find us where we always end up with McMahon- on a journey through soaring highs, painful lows and never shying away from […]