Gallery: Lil Tjay stays ‘True 2 Myself’ at dynamic Phoenix show
Eighteen year old Bronx rapper Lil Tjay brought the hype to The Pressroom on Thursday in support of his debut album. The young artist was joined by a plethora of up and coming hip hop acts to pump up the crowd before his lively headlining set. A number of unnamed DJs hit the stage, kicking […]
Gallery: The Glorious Sons, Des Rocs bring the rock show to Phoenix
A lineup of stellar winter tours continued this weekend with a sold out Crescent Ballroom for The Glorious Sons. The Canadian rockers brought their eclectic flair to Arizona, joined by Des Rocs, for a night of good old-fashioned rocking out from fans of all ages. New York-based Des Rocs was the sole opener of the […]
Show Review: Marc E. Bassy sells out first stop of headlining tour in Arizona
R&B’s most underrated, velvet-voiced king came back to Phoenix for a sold out headliner at Crescent Ballroom on Friday. Marc E. Bassy is out promoting his latest album, PMD, and brought Gianni & Kyle along for the ride. Despite the madness of the first night of the tour, Gianni & Kyle took the stage right on […]
Gallery: Atmosphere and The Lioness’ Wherever Tour touches down in Arizona
“Are you trying to take my job?” Slug asked the crowd at Tempe’s Marquee Theater on Tuesday night, laughing. Everyone had just gotten done rapping along with him on one of the classics— “Sunshine,” “Yesterday,” “Godlovesugly,” one of the know-every-word tracks. He looked back to Ant, who of course had nothing to add. And he […]
The Format Reunite: Live at the Mayan screening turns into band’s comeback gig
This is a love letter to some Arizona originals and the inspiration behind so much of our devotion to the Phoenix music scene. Where were you when The Format returned? For about 100 lucky Phoenicians (and this ecstatic Atlas writer), the location was 850 W. Lincoln on a chilly February Monday. After announcing their hiatus […]
Show Review: Band of Brothers Roadshow forms American Authors, Magic Giant supergroup
Some perfect tour lineups could never be dreamed up until the show is happening onstage. The Band of Brothers Roadshow, featuring American Authors and Magic Giant, is one such epic example. The two ideally suited acts were joined by PUBLIC for a night that filled The Van Buren with uplifting vibes and plenty of dancing. […]
Gallery: King Princess brings drag queens, more to Cheap Queen Phoenix show
The first thing to know about King Princess is that she was offered a record deal at age 11. The second thing is that she turned down the offer because she wanted to better define her music and maintain creative control when she finally did sign a deal. Her decision showed a surprising maturity even […]
Show Review: Saint Motel’s Motion Picture Show captivates Phoenix
Saint Motel has been working their way up in Phoenix’s live music scene for the past five years, from having onstage dance parties at Pub Rock with their fans in 2014 to nearly selling out The Van Buren in 2020. This tour, dubbed the Motion Picture Show and featuring LA-based KOLARS, is the world’s introduction […]
Show Review: Motion City Soundtrack’s return fills The Van Buren with delighted fans
After nearly four years away, Motion City Soundtrack have returned- just don’t call it a comeback. The alt-rock powerhouse group visited The Van Buren for a lengthy set performed to a packed house. Atlas arrived just in time for our favorites in Mom Jeans. Judging by the energy radiating from the crowd, the room was […]
Gallery: Scary Kids Scaring Kids return for first hometown show in 10 years
Arizona hardcore legends Scary Kids Scaring Kids returned from a lengthy hiatus for their first hometown show in nearly 10 years on Friday. A sold out Pressroom drew fans of all ages, fully prepared to lose their voices at the command of current vocalist Cove Reber. The former Saosin singer prowled the stage, spending nearly […]