Show Review: Xdinary Heroes had Los Angeles feeling nice on their Beautiful Mind World Tour
The Hollywood Palladium’s marquee blazed out the name Xdinary Heroes, illuminating the sold out crowd waiting to see the up and coming Korean rock group. The band’s Beautiful Mind World Tour touched down in Los Angeles last week, shattering expectations and delivering a fiery show for their eager fans, affectionately known as Villains. The six […]
Gallery: Flipturn puts on heartfelt, upbeat performance in Tucson
Flipturn stopped through the Rialto Theatre last night as The Burnout Days Tour nears its final North American dates, marking their first time playing in Tucson. There was an unmistakable sense of anticipation as fans filed in, ready to experience the band’s high-energy live show that’s earned them a reputation as a must-see act. Sun […]
Artist Spotlight: RYLAI releases latest single; talks passion project, collaboration and connecting with listeners
If indie-pop rising star RYLAI isn’t on your radar yet, he’s about to be in a big way. The singer, songwriter and driving creative force behind his latest single “Fall For You” is already making waves since his debut in June- and listeners are taking notice. This latest song is a passion project that brought […]
Show Review: Fitz and the Tantrums makes Scottsdale’s hands clap at Talking Stick Resort
It was a night of pure groove and infectious energy at Talking Stick Resort as Fitz and The Tantrums rolled into Scottsdale on Saturday night, bringing their signature retro-pop revival and magnetic stage presence to a crowd that was more than ready to dance. But before the headliners lit up the stage, Chicago-based band Ax […]
Artist Spotlight: Minnesota Yacht Club artists talk favorite artists, what’s next and hypothetical yachts
Countless incredible musicians gathered in beautiful Saint Paul last weekend at the second annual Minnesota Yacht Club Festival. With the Mississippi River serving as the backdrop, artists also became fans, cheering on their colleagues and making new friends along the way. Atlas threw some rapid-fire questions at a few of our favorites on this year’s […]
Show Review: Harbour and friends serve up feel-good vibes at Crescent Ballroom
It was a triple bill that hit all the right notes Sunday night at Phoenix’s Crescent Ballroom, where Sam MacPherson, Hate Drugs, and HARBOUR took the stage for an evening of feel-good indie pop perfect for summer nights. Sam MacPherson opened the night with nothing but his guitar, his voice, and stories about his songs. […]
Show Review: Goo Goo Dolls continues their story on the Summer Anthem Tour
When a band with over three decades of history steps onto a stage, the air carries more than just anticipation. It hums with memory. That hum turned electric on Sunday, as the Goo Goo Dolls kicked off their Summer Anthem Tour at Arizona Financial Theatre in Phoenix, co-headlining with Dashboard Confessional. For fans who’ve held […]
Show Review: Betty Who extends Pride Month celebration at Crescent Ballroom
Here’s the thing: Betty Who belongs on a bigger stage. That, and when you’re watching her and her dancers move in sync as colorful lights flash behind them, you forget you don’t have floor tickets to an arena show (SWEAT Tour, I’m looking at you). It’s better, though, the intimacy of a smaller format show […]
Gallery: The Blue Stones are full speed ahead at sold out METRO tour stop in Phoenix
All aboard the METRO for a rip-roaring Saturday night with The Blue Stones and Meltt, who sold out Phoenix’s Crescent Ballroom so far in advance that a second show was added for Sunday. Formed in Vancouver, Meltt — featuring Chris Smith (lead vocals, guitar, bass, keys), Jamie Turner (drums, percussion), James Porter (guitar, keys, vocals), […]
Gallery: Tash Sultana captivates a packed house at The Van Buren
Sunday night at The Van Buren delivered an electric blend of artistry, precision, and soul as Tash Sultana brought their Return to the Roots tour to downtown Phoenix. The crowd, a diverse sea of longtime fans and new listeners, filled the venue with contagious energy from the moment the lights dimmed. Opening the night was […]